This episode is presented by Ankin Law - Injury Law Made Personal.
Episode Summary
The Chicago White Sox not only won a series against the Atlanta Braves, but also moved into first place.
Episode Notes
Rundown
- [Intro] Davis Martin opens the show by sharing his appreciation for White Sox fans, followed by Chris Getz addressing the media. This segment explores why now was the right time to promote Braden Montgomery, along with Getz's thoughts about the upcoming trade deadline and some injury updates.
- [7:58] Series Preview: Los Angeles Dodgers - keep an eye on Shohei Ohtani's injury status as he was pulled from Thursday's game due to knee inflammation.
- [9:36] Pinch-podcasting for Jim and James is a friend of the show, Courtney Finnicum of Baseball Isn't Boring. She shares her excitement that the White Sox are now a first-place team.
- [11:06] Is this White Sox team for real? Do they have enough to make the postseason?
- [15:49] Will Venable didn't have a great night managing against Atlanta, with several bunts not working out. But how do we feel about the job Venable is doing overall?
- [21:51] Derek Hill gets traded to Philadelphia, but the outfield arrangement is a puzzle that Venable will have to work on using platoons to the team's advantage.
- [28:37] How concerned should we be about Colson Montgomery's back?
- [30:33] Chris Getz is suddenly a buyer at the trade deadline. What types of moves do we approve of the White Sox making?
- [34:40] Quick-fire questions: Who has been the most impressive player? Biggest surprise? Who needs to step up? Who will be the White Sox X-factor from now until the trade deadline?
