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

Brian Anderson talks Blackout Game, Getz, and more | Episode 33

Jordan Lazowski, Nik Gaur, and Michael Suareo are joined by former White Sox outfielder Brian Anderson to call back to better days on the South Side. Anderson talks about coming up through the White Sox organization, reminisces about his role in the 2008 Blackout Game on its 15th anniversary, and calls back to some of his struggles and what he learned from them.

Later, he talks more about Chris Getz and the job he thinks he will do, as well as what he thinks may be a missing piece in the clubhouse for the White Sox and around baseball in general.

Front office hires and MiLB recap | Episode 32

With just six games left in 2023, Jordan Lazowski and Nik Gaur are joined by Senior Contributor Tim Moran to discuss the recent front office hires for the White Sox. How do you feel about Chris Getz’s front office vision? The crew also discusses some recent developments on the field for the White Sox. How confident should fans be in those players still under contract for 2024?

Later, Minor League Contributor Michael Suareo joins to recap the MiLB season now that it has come to a close. Suareo highlights some positives and negatives for the White Sox, what he’s looking for in the White Sox’s Arizona Fall League participants, and who he wants to see as the next Director of Player Development.

Should the White Sox bring back Tim Anderson? | Episode 31

Duke Coughlin and Nik Gaur are joined by Sox On 35th contributor Tommy Gross to start thinking about the 2024 season for the White Sox. The biggest question on most people’s minds - what should the White Sox do about Tim Anderson’s option? The crew debates the merits of picking it up and letting him walk. What would you do?

Later, they take a look at some of the potential future pieces on the field right now. Is there anyone who is impressing you and making a name for themselves in the future? Or is this team doomed to repeat a longer rebuilding process yet again?

Is Pedro Grifol the right man for the job? | Episode 30

Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur discuss Michael Kopech’s move to the bullpen and its long-term effects on the right-hander. Plus, with Chris Getz wanting the team to become more “athletic,” the crew discusses which names come to mind as players who could be traded as a result.

Later, Sox On 35th contributor Maddie Spagnola joins to discuss Pedro Grifol as the White Sox’s manager. Does the team’s decision to bring him back make sense? What growth does he need to show in year two to quiet the concerns around his leadership?

In Getz We Trust? | Episode 29

Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur break down the White Sox’s decision to promote Chris Getz to general manager. What are your feelings on the hire - and the process that led to Getz? How do you feel about the comments Jerry Reinsdorf made during the press conference? And is there any silver lining we can point to in all of this?

The crew discusses this and more in giving their unique perspective on the promotion.

Picking the next White Sox head of baseball ops | Episode 28

The full crew is back together this week, as Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur discuss the latest news and rumors surrounding the next White Sox head of baseball operations. Would you be happy with a Getz/Moore combination? Who are some other candidates from around baseball that would be worth considering? Our crew throws some names out there for discussion.

Plus, just how dysfunctional was the front office towards the end, and how did the Hahn/Williams dynamic affect trades?

White Sox fire Kenny Williams and Rick Hahn | Episode 27

Duke Coughlin and Nik Gaur provide their instant reactions to the firings of White Sox executive vice president Kenny Williams and general manager Rick Hahn. For more coverage, visit SoxOn35th.com. 

The Nashville White Sox? | Episode 26

Duke Coughlin and Nik Gaur start their latest review of the joy that is being a White Sox fan by talking about the rumors that Jerry Reinsdorf could look to sell the team - or threaten to move them to Nashville. How do these rumors affect you as a fan? How would our cre react to the relocation of the White Sox?

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The duo is later joined by Sox On 35th contributors Michael Suareo and Thatcher Zalewski to talk about their latest Top 30 White Sox Prospect rankings. Who were the biggest risers and fallers from the preseason top 30? Who else should fans get familiar with in the minors? Michael and Thatcher share this and more!

Clubhouse Culture Problems and Andrew Vaughn’s Future | Episode 25

Duke Coughlin and Jordan Lazowski recap a wild week of headlines after that TA7/JRam fight. Where does this team’s lack of culture come from? Where are they going to find their leaders? And how come veterans continue to see playing time in a lost season?

They are later joined by Sox On 35th contributor Adam Kaplan to discuss a polarizing player in Andrew Vaughn. How does he view Vaughn’s season? And how confident is he that Vaughn is a part of the team’s future plans?

RIP the Rebuild with White Sox Dave | Episode 24

Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur are joined by Barstool Sports’ Dave Williams to mark the official end of the rebuild. They discuss Dave’s beginnings at Barstool and as a Sox fan, but more importantly, vent about the frustrations of being a South Sider right now.

Plus, how should we view the aftermath of the Tim Anderson/Jose Ramirez brawl? The crew discusses this and much more as they mark the beginning of hopefully better times to come.