This episode is presented by Ankin Law - Injury Law Made Personal.
Sox Machine joins Foul Territory Network
Today's podcast marks the first for Sox Machine under the Foul Territory Network. We are very excited to join Foul Territory as they have been producing one of the most-watched baseball shows today. They needed a Chicago White Sox show and approached Sox Machine a few weeks ago. To join a network with already established podcasts, fellow beat reporters, and ex-major leaguers was too good an opportunity to pass up.
We want to thank Scott Braun and Marc Weiner for giving us this opportunity. Also, a huge shoutout to Jeremy Meyer, who has been a saint in helping Sox Machine make this transition.
What does this mean for you?
Audio versions of the show should continue to flow normally for all RSS feeds. If you notice an issue in which new audio episodes are not displaying in your podcast players, please send Josh an email at josh@soxmachine.com.
For those who have subscribed to the Sox Machine YouTube Channel, you've already noticed we are producing more videos. Thanks to Foul Territory, we have a new video software platform to enhance our productions. Yes, live streams will be coming back to Sox Machine after a hiatus.
Moving forward, Sox Machine will release three podcasts per week during the regular season. Given how well the team has been playing and the trade deadline rapidly approaching, the number of shows will probably exceed three in a week. Regardless, more podcasts are coming your way.
Whether you are finding Sox Machine after the Foul Territory news or have been listening to the show since our SoundCloud days, we appreciate you for stopping by.
Show Description and Rundown
Sox Machine crew recaps the 2026 MLB All-Star Game from a Chicago White Sox perspective and explores the idea of a contract extension for Munetaka Murakami
Rundown
- [Intro] Sox Machine is joining Foul Territory Network! A very exciting time to join a baseball-only network that will help enhance Sox Machine's videos and podcasts. All while delivering Chicago White Sox content to the network.
- [3:00] 2026 All-Star Break Recap: James Fegan shares funny stories of covering the festivities from a beat reporter's perspective. Why Miguel Vargas's home run is one of the best moments in 2026.
- [19:00] During the All-Star Game festivities, Munetaka Murakami was asked if he would be interested in signing a contract extension to stay in Chicago. Josh Nelson made his case for why the White Sox should make a deal. Jim Margalus likens the situation to the Philadelphia Phillies signing Kyle Schwarber, and James points out the potential pitfalls that may prevent the White Sox from completing such a deal.
- [30:18] If not Murakami, who else on the White Sox should be prioritized for an extension?
- [36:15] Series Preview: Toronto Blue Jays
