Sox On 35th Podcast - Weekly Show on the Chicago White Sox

Drafting the best Crosstown Classic Moments | Episode 56

Another week of White Sox baseball, and another week where some of the best storylines don't involve the play on the field.

Jordan Lazowski, Nik Gaur, and Tim Moran are first joined by Sox On 35th contributor Maddie Spagnola to talk about her Windy City Thunderbolts first pitch adventure. What were the vibes like, what was it like to meet Bobby Jenks, and how is she getting ready to throw out ANOTHER first pitch on June 22?

Later, the crew talks a bit about Tommy Pham and John Schriffen (again) before getting you ready for the start of the Crosstown Classic this week with a draft. The topic: the best Crosstown Classic moments for White Sox fans. Who do you think won this draft?  

Tune in for a packed episode!

 

In Noah Schultz We Trust | Pipeline to 35th

Michael Suareo is joined by Sox On 35th contributor Noah Phalen in the third installment of Pipeline to 35th. The duo talks about the recent demotion of Bryan Ramos, promotions of Jacob Gonzalez and Noah Schultz to Double-A Birmingham, and positive developments on the pitching side of things. Michael and Noah also give the prospects they're highest and lowest on!

We're not as "flat" as the White Sox | Episode 55

Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur don't talk much about the team's latest 1-9 stretch in this latest episode. Instead, they focus on Pedro Grifol's latest comments about the team's "flat" performance, the players' responses, and what this all means for the locker room.

Later, they create some interesting ideas for two separate topics: (1) what they would do if Pedro Grifol was fired mid-season, and (2) whether they would consider a Garrett Crochet extension.

This and much more on this episode!

Should the Andrew Vaughn era come to an end? | Episode 54

Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur recap a week full of strong performances against Washington, a sweep in New York, and the storylines that come along with those. With Andrew Vaughn and Andrew Benintendi struggling so mightily, is it about time the team starts thinking about cutting their losses?

The crew also talks about the positives of the Jacob Gonzalez and Noah Schultz promotions and wonders who might be next with Double-A currently holding so much talent.

And, yes, of course, they do talk about the latest regarding John Schriffen - hopefully for the last time all season.

Should the White Sox trade Luis Robert Jr. or Garrett Crochet? | Episode 53

The full crew - Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur - is back to discuss some improved baseball, Pedro Grifol's job security, and what the club should do with Bryan Ramos throughout this season.

Later, they discuss a hot topic among White Sox fans - is it worth kicking the tires on trades of Luis Robert Jr. and Garrett Crochet, following media reports that the South Siders are open for business with ALL players? This and much more in the episode!

Better baseball, Kopech, and the Great Schriffen Debate | Episode 52

Duke Coughlin and Jordan Lazowski are joined by the newest Sox On 35th contributor Brett Haffner to talk about the latest in White Sox baseball. With the White Sox playing better baseball recently, is there anything we can learn? And while Michael Kopech has looked good out of the bullpen, does his role need to be better defined?

The crew also discusses a favorite topic on White Sox social media: the first month on the job for new broadcaster John Schriffen. Is the criticism warranted? This and much more on the latest episode!

Elijah Evans of FutureSox joins to talk Birmingham Barons | Pipeline to 35th

Michael Suareo recaps the first month of the minor league season in the second episode of Pipeline to 35th. The MiLB managing editor talks about recent promotions, performances from top prospects, and names to watch in the Arizona Complex League. He also welcomes Elijah Evans of FutureSox to discuss the impressive talent on the Double-A Birmingham Barons roster. 

Interview with Ken Smoller, Author of Last Comiskey | Episode 51

Instead of talking about the White Sox this week, Duke Coughlin and Jordan Lazowski are joined by Ken Smoller, author of Last Comiskey and owner of the blog "Stadium Vagabond."

Ken starts by discussing the process that led him to write Last Comiskey, his role in the documentary, and his favorite memories at Comiskey Park that turned him into the stadium expert that he is today. He also talks about his thoughts on the White Sox's latest stadium proposal in the South Loop and even teases his next book idea! Most importantly, he shares a ton of great facts about Comiskey Park, Guaranteed Rate Field, and his favorite stadiums around the world.

You can find more on Ken, Last Comiskey, and even order your copy of the book at www.stadiumvagabond.com.

Nick Nastrini, save us | Episode 50

On the exciting 50th episode of our Sox On 35th Podcast, Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur welcome Nick Nastrini to the South Side after Sunday's reports. What should we expect out of him as fans, and who might we see less of in the rotation as a result of this promotion?

Later, Duke and Jordan get in a heated discussion about who is to blame for the team's horrific 2-13 start, and close by debating who should get the majority of the playing time left vacant by Yoan Moncada's injury.

Drafting the best of the 2024 White Sox | Episode 49

Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur are back for the first of our weekly episodes for the 2024 season. They recap the first nine games of the season, discuss some standout players and some hopeful bounce backs, and decide if there is any hope for making this offense watchable.

To end the episode, they each draft five players from the 40-man roster to build their mini-team to follow throughout the season. Whoever drafts the best team after the season is over wins! Make sure to listen to who they'll each be rooting for.