Best Bruce S Insights Podcasts (2025)

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MLB.com's Scott Merkin on Luis Robert Jr.’s Slump and Trade Outlook 25:29

9h ago25:29

25:29

Luis Robert Jr. is in a deep slump, and Chuck Garfien is joined by Scott Merkin of MLB.com to unpack everything surrounding the White Sox center fielder—from his on-field struggles to the trade rumors swirling around him. Is the pressure getting to Robert? Can he turn it around before the deadline? And how much has his value dipped? The guys also d…

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White Sox Director of Hitting Ryan Fuller on Miguel Vargas, Colson Montgomery, Kyle Teel, Tim Elko and many more 16:55

5d ago16:55

16:55

Chuck Garfien gets the inside scoop about many of the White Sox hitters of the present and future from Director of Hitting Ryan Fuller. They talk about how Miguel Vargas transformed himself in 2025, working with Colson Montgomery during his break from Triple-A in Arizona, plus Braden Montgomery, Kyle Teel, Andrew Vaughn, Tim Elko and more.…

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Ozzie Guillen and Bruce Bochy on their 40-year friendship, old school managing, Will Venable and more. 14:39

7d ago14:39

14:39

Ozzie Guillen and Bruce Bochy first met when they played on the same Winter League team in Venezuela in 1984. Four decades later they remain close friends. Chuck Garfien got them together when the Texas Rangers were in town to reminisce about their time as teammates, managing against each other, being an old school manager in the game today, Will V…

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Jonathan Cannon’s wild Tim Elko story, learning how to win in the majors and more 28:21

14d ago28:21

28:21

Chuck Garfien speaks with White Sox pitcher Jonathan Cannon about how he’s improved as a pitcher in his second season in the majors and what it will take for the White Sox to become a winning team. Plus, a must-listen story about how Tim Elko crushed home runs in college against Cannon’s Georgia Bulldogs while playing with a torn ACL, Edgar Quero’s…

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Are the White Sox turning the corner? 25:40

19d ago25:40

25:40

After already surpassing their win total from April, the White Sox are playing better baseball in May. How much better? Chuck Garfien speaks with White Sox field reporter Connor McKnight to discuss whether the White Sox are turning the corner in the rebuild. They talk about Chase Meidroth, Edgar Quero, Miguel Vargas and Shane Smith. Plus, is their …

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Nancy Faust and the Sound of the South Side 16:16

22d ago16:16

16:16

On the day that famed organist Nancy Faust played her first White Sox game in Chicago in 15 years, Chuck Garfien joined her in the organist booth that bears her name to talk about her career, her connection with White Sox fans, walk-up music, “Na Na Hey Hey Kiss Him Goodbye” and what it means to be back playing the organ for White Sox games this se…

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How Edgar Quero is setting the tone for the Chicago White Sox 26:05

26d ago26:05

26:05

Chuck Garfien speaks with White Sox rookie catcher Edgar Quero who has quickly made an impact since being called up to the major leagues in mid-April. They talk about the feel in the clubhouse after a heartbreaking loss in Kansas City, why he got so emotional when he was told he was being called up to the majors, his approach with two strikes, the …

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Harold Baines reflects on his White Sox career and the surgeries that saved his life 34:36

28d ago34:36

34:36

Chuck Garfien speaks with Hall of Famer Harold Baines about the biggest moments of his White Sox career, how he learned to be clutch, his thoughts on analytics and the way the game is played today, playing and coaching with Ozzie Guillen, receiving a heart transplant and kidney transplant on back to back days and his hopes of meeting the family tha…

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How Rule-5 pick Mike Vasil went from unprotected to unhittable with the White Sox 19:10

1M ago19:10

19:10

Chuck Garfien speaks with pitcher Mike Vasil about his breakout April with the White Sox. They talk about his struggles last season as a starter in Triple-A, and his 1.10 ERA out of the bullpen with the White Sox. Plus, his Massachusetts bond with teammates Shane Smith and Sean Burke, how he was the one who told Smith he was picked up by the White …

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What happened to the White Sox and the path forward with Vinnie Duber 44:56

1M ago44:56

44:56

Vinnie Duber is back on the podcast for the first time since February of 2022, just as the White Sox were expected to contend for that year’s World Series. But instead, a steep decline was about to begin with many players on that team and their opponent on Opening Day in 2022 now mirrors where the White Sox are right now. Chuck and Vinnie talk abou…

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Kannapolis manager Chad Pinder on Braden Montgomery, George Wolkow and how the Cannon Ballers lead the minors in stolen bases 36:30

1M ago36:30

36:30

Chuck Garfien speaks with former Oakland A's infielder Chad Pinder who is now in his first season as manager for Class-A Kannapolis. Chad talks about driving in the game-winning run against the White Sox in the 2020 Wildcard Series to joining the White Sox organization as a first time manager and why. Plus, how the Cannon Ballers are on the attack …

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Ask Chuck and Ozzie anything! 19:06

1M ago19:06

19:06

Chuck Garfien and Ozzie Guillen answer questions from White Sox fans. What are the positives they’ve seen comparing 2025 to 2024? When will the White Sox be contenders again? When will Tim Elko be called up? Should Cam Booser be the closer? Who was Ozzie’s biggest rival as manager? And more!By Chicago Sports Network

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How Shane Smith went from Rule-5 pick to the pitcher everyone’s talking about 24:34

2M ago24:34

24:34

It took a lot for Shane Smith to get here. A pandemic wiped out one season. Tommy John surgery ended another. Chuck Garfien speaks with Smith about his baseball journey, how he ended up with the White Sox in the Rule-5 Draft, the pitch mix that has fooled the likes of Shohei Ohtani, Steven Kwan and Jose Ramirez, how much his parents have meant to h…

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What Chase Meidroth is already bringing to the White Sox 43:23

2M ago43:23

43:23

It didn’t take long for Chase Meidroth to make an impact with the White Sox. Chuck Garfien speaks with CHSN field reporter Brooke Fletcher about the rookie infielder who made history in his MLB debut and prevented history by breaking up Garrett Crochet’s no-hitter in the 8th inning against his former team. Chuck and Brooke share stories about conve…

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Why MLB Network's Dan Plesac thinks Shane Smith is the real deal 31:46

2M ago31:46

31:46

Dan Plesac knows pitching. He pitched 18 years in the majors and follows every team in the majors on MLB Network. He joined Chuck Garfien on the podcast to talk about White Sox rookie Shane Smith who has dominated the Guardians and Twins in his first two major league starts. They also discuss how Dan grew up a diehard White Sox fan, his unfulfilled…

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Early season hot takes about the White Sox cold start 51:04

2M ago51:04

51:04

Chuck Garfien and White Sox field reporter Connor McKnight discuss the White Sox slow start to the season. They share what they’ve liked and haven’t liked so far, the biggest overreactions to what’s happened, which players are flying under the radar, early season hot takes and more.By Chicago Sports Network

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Great White Sox insight from new outfielder Travis Jankowski 16:17

2M ago16:17

16:17

Chuck Garfien speaks with outfielder Travis Jankowski who asked out of his contract with the Cubs during spring training to sign with the White Sox. The 11-year veteran talks about what attracted him to the South Side, the kind of baseball the White Sox will play this year, his relationship with manager Will Venable, making the best catch of his li…

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White Sox starters red-hot start with catcher Korey Lee 17:35

2M ago17:35

17:35

Chuck Garfien speaks with White Sox catcher Korey Lee about Sean Burke, Shane Smith and a starting rotation that has been on fire to begin the season. Lee also talks about his new and improved batting stance and mechanical change, Andrew Vaughn’s impact on his career, what manager Will Venable has brought to the team and more.…

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White Sox season preview with Ozzie Guillen 44:38

2M ago44:38

44:38

Chuck and Ozzie are back together, talking all things White Sox in this 2025 season preview. What advice would Ozzie give to new manager Will Venable? What should your expectations be for this season? Is there a chance the White Sox surprise people in 2025? Is a breakout season coming for Lenyn Sosa? Plus, they discuss Luis Robert Jr., Sean Burke, …

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White Sox season predictions for 2025 48:39

2M ago48:39

48:39

What will happen with the White Sox in 2025?Chuck Garfien, Connor McKnight and Brooke Fletcher are looking into the future to make predictions for 2025. Who will be the best offseason addition? Who will be the most improved player? Who will be the best prospect of the year? When will Colson Montgomery make his major league debut? How many wins? Plu…

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Inside the 2025 White Sox with GM Chris Getz 32:52

3M ago32:52

32:52

With Opening Day just one week away, Chuck Garfien sits down with GM Chris Getz to get a pulse of the team and what’s happening behind the scenes with the White Sox as they get ready for the season. Getz explains why he believes this rebuild will be different than the last one, Will Venable’s affect on the team in his first year as manager, the pla…

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10 spring training surprises with Connor McKnight 31:12

3M ago31:12

31:12

Chuck Garfien speaks with White Sox insider and field reporter Connor McKnight about his new job covering the team. They then talk about 10 players who have been spring training surprises in camp: Brandon Drury, Miguel Vargas, Shane Smith, Penn Murfree and William Bergolla and more!By Chicago Sports Network

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Chase Meidroth on his hitting philosophy and why he plays the game like a ‘dirtbag’ 19:08

3M ago19:08

19:08

Chuck Garfien speaks with White Sox infielder Chase Meidroth about his knack for getting on base, his favorite stat in baseball, his favorite player, winning baseball, his love for hitting with two strikes, getting his uniform dirty, his dream of reaching the majors and more.By Chicago Sports Network

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Colson Montgomery sent down to Triple-A/Dylan Cease interview 18:35

3M ago18:35

18:35

Chuck Garfien and White Sox sideline reporter Brooke Fletcher react to the news that shortstop Colson Montgomery will not make the team out of spring training. Chris Getz and Will Venable explain why Montgomery will begin the season in Triple-A. Plus, who might be the starting shortstop on Opening Day? Then, Chuck speaks with Dylan Cease after he f…

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How NBA superstar Kevin Durant is playing a role in the comeback of White Sox pitcher Justin Dunn 26:56

3M ago26:56

26:56

Chuck Garfien speaks with pitcher Justin Dunn, a former first round pick and top prospect who is trying to make a comeback with the White Sox. They talk about Justin’s upbringing in New York, his younger brother Ryan who is a rookie with the Phoenix Suns, Kevin Durant coming to watch him pitch in a Cactus League game last week, Justin not giving up…

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Is a breakout season coming for Sean Burke? 29:37

3M ago29:37

29:37

Chuck Garfien speaks with White Sox pitcher Sean Burke about growing up pitching in cold weather in Massachusetts, coming back from a shoulder injury last season, wanting to be “a horse” in the starting rotation this year, the future Hall of Famer he wants to pitch like in the majors, giving White Sox fans hope for the future and more!…

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Why Rikuu Nishida is one of the most exciting players in the White Sox farm system 17:27

3M ago17:27

17:27

You won’t find 5-foot-6 second baseman Rikuu Nishida on any White Sox top 30 prospect lists, but the 23-year-old Japanese leadoff hitter has played a big role on every minor league team he’s played on since the White Sox drafted him in 2023. Last season, his 114 runs scored led all of the minor leagues. Chuck Garfien speaks with Nishida, Sergio San…

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Inside the new pitch that might transform Davis Martin’s career 19:54

3M ago19:54

19:54

Chuck Garfien sits down with pitcher Davis Martin at spring training to talk about the “kick change” pitch he started throwing at the end of last season and how it has become a game changer for the White Sox right-hander. They discuss the impact veteran Martin Perez is having on the clubhouse, why Sean Burke is a pitcher to watch this year, his imp…

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🚨 Our 1,000th episode with special guest 2005 World Series MVP Jermaine Dye! 🚨 35:55

3M ago35:55

35:55

Chuck Garfien celebrates the 1,000th episode of the podcast with a salute to White Sox fans for listening to the pod since its launch in 2016. Then, he speaks with 2005 World Series MVP Jermaine Dye who comes on the podcast for the very first time and answers questions from White Sox fans. Dye shares inside stories about the 2005 World Series, if h…

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Why Mike Tauchman is a great fit for the White Sox 11:48

3M ago11:48

11:48

Chuck Garfien speaks with new White Sox outfielder Mike Tauchman about his decision to sign with the White Sox, his fighter mentality at the plate, growing up in the Chicago suburbs, his love for the game and more.By Chicago Sports Network

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The White Sox are a family affair for new sideline reporter Brooke Fletcher 33:27

3M ago33:27

33:27

Chuck Garfien speaks with CHSN’s Brooke Fletcher who has joined the White Sox broadcast team as a sideline reporter. They talk about the many connections between her family and the White Sox, starting with Brooke’s dad, Scott Fletcher, who played for the White Sox in the 1980’s and 90’s. Brooke shares stories about how and why she became a sportsca…

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A soul searching Tim Anderson reflects on his White Sox career and new chapter with Angels 19:57

3M ago19:57

19:57

Chuck Garfien catches up with Tim Anderson in Arizona to talk about his White Sox career, his struggles the last two seasons and his new opportunity with the Los Angeles Angels. Tim talks about how problems off the field in his personal life affected his play, the changes he made this off-season, his bond with Angels manager Ron Washington, his wil…

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Playing winning baseball with new infielder Josh Rojas 18:38

3M ago18:38

18:38

Josh Rojas saw firsthand how the Arizona Diamondbacks went from losing 110 games in 2021 to advancing to the World Series two years later. He speaks with Chuck Garfien about how seasons can go off the rails like it did with the White Sox last season and what it takes to quickly turn things around. He talks about why he focuses so much on his defens…

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How new bench coach Walker McKinven will help the White Sox win more games 20:53

4M ago20:53

20:53

Chuck Garfien speaks with bench coach Walker McKinven about what he does behind the scenes before and during games that will put the White Sox in a better position to win 2025. He talks about his relationship with new manager Will Venable and how he is bringing what was successful with the Milwaukee Brewers to the White Sox. Plus, catcher Omar Narv…

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Why Martin Perez believes the White Sox will be a surprise team in 2025 18:55

4M ago18:55

18:55

Chuck Garfien speaks with new White Sox pitcher Martin Perez who explains why the World Series champion signed with the White Sox and believes they will surprise people after losing 121 games last season. Plus, why he considers himself a leader, the importance of having a good clubhouse, what will be Will Venable’s greatest strength as a manager. A…

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Braden Montgomery won’t stop until he makes it to the major leagues 19:55

4M ago19:55

19:55

Chuck Garfien speaks with prospect Braden Montgomery about getting traded to the White Sox in the Garrett Crochet deal this offseason, overcoming a broken ankle at Texas A&M in June, the importance of bringing energy to the field and being a great teammate, his desire to reach the majors this season and more.…

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Ethan Katz breaks down the White Sox pitching staff on Day One of spring training 21:41

4M ago21:41

21:41

Chuck Garfien speaks with pitching coach Ethan Katz about Jonathan Cannon’s emergence last season, the new pitch that might change the arc of Davis Martin’s career, the wow factor coming from Noah Schultz and Hagen Smith, the pitcher who made the biggest impression on the first day of spring training and more.…

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10 burning questions for Sox Machine’s James Fegan 39:52

4M ago39:52

39:52

With the White Sox starting spring training in Arizona, Chuck Garfien is at Camelback Ranch asking Sox Machine’s James Fegan 10 pressing questions about the White Sox heading into camp. Among the topics: what will be the starting infield on Opening Day? Who's going to be the closer? Will Luis Robert be traded during spring training? What prospect w…

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Spring training prospect preview with Director of Player Development Paul Janish 44:18

4M ago44:18

44:18

With many of the White Sox top prospects invited to big league camp for spring training, Chuck Garfien gets a preview of what’s ahead, speaking with Paul Janish about all of the big names (Noah Schultz, Hagen Smith, Colson Montgomery, etc.) and others to watch during the Cactus League. Paul explains what they’re doing to make sure this rebuild work…

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Why the Reds are the “perfect fit” for Luis Robert Jr. 41:18

4M ago41:18

41:18

If the White Sox end up trading Luis Robert Jr., Reds beat writer Gordon Wittenmyer of the Cincinnati Inquirer believes the White Sox and Reds are a perfect fit. Chuck Garfien speaks with Gordon about why the Reds need Robert, who the White Sox could get in return, what held up trade talks last week, what will it take for the two sides to make a de…

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Edgar Quero dreaming about his major league debut 21:16

4M ago21:16

21:16

Chuck Garfien speaks with catcher Edgar Quero about his journey from Cuba to the United States, the importance of learning English, modeling his game after Yadier Molina, and how he dreams of playing in the major leagues every night he goes to sleep. Plus, Chuck shares one stat the White Sox should be much better at this season.…

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Mark Buehrle gets a statue, buys beers for White Sox fans, 2005 memories and more! 33:15

4M ago33:15

33:15

To celebrate the 20th anniversary of the 2005 World Series, Chuck Garfien hosts a panel at SoxFest with Mark Buehrle, Freddy Garcia, Jose Contreras and Harold Baines. They talk about the four straight complete games in the World Series, how Garcia guaranteed they’d win it all after Game 2 of the World Series, Buehrle drinking beers before getting t…

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Why MLB Network’s Brian Kenny would vote Mark Buehrle into the Hall of Fame 26:52

4M ago26:52

26:52

White Sox legend Mark Buehrle might be a long shot to eventually be inducted into the baseball Hall of Fame, but MLB Network’s Brian Kenny believes that he belongs in Cooperstown. Brian joins Chuck Garfien to discuss Buehrle’s case for the Hall of Fame, why the perception of his career improves over time, and if he’ll ever find his way into the Hal…

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How much better will the White Sox be in 2025 with MLB’s Anthony Castrovince 49:44

5M ago49:44

49:44

Chuck Garfien speaks with Anthony Castrovince of MLB.com and MLB Network to make sense of what happened with the White Sox last season and why they should be better this season—and how much better. Plus, Anthony gives a bold prediction about the White Sox in 2025.By Chicago Sports Network

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Conversation with Ray Durham, the most underrated White Sox player in the last 30 years? 41:12

5M ago41:12

41:12

Since 2025 marks the 125th year of the White Sox franchise, we’re bringing former White Sox players onto the podcast throughout the year to talk about their time on the South Side. Today, it’s Ray Durham who played on the White Sox from 1995-2002. He made two All-Star teams, scored over 100 runs in six straight seasons and had the longest run at se…

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Why Sergio Santos is excited about the White Sox future, his new job as Triple-A manager and more 39:38

5M ago39:38

39:38

Chuck Garfien speaks with former White Sox pitcher Sergio Santos about how the Birmingham Barons won a Double-A championship last season in his first year as manager. Santos also breaks news on the podcast saying that he’ll be the White Sox Triple-A manager next season in Charlotte. Santos talks about Noah Schultz and how close he is to the majors,…

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Who the White Sox are getting in the Garrett Crochet trade with Red Sox Double-A broadcaster Emma Tiedemann 36:18

5M ago36:18

36:18

As the radio voice of the Portland Sea Dogs, Emma Tiedemann was in the broadcast booth calling games for new White Sox prospects Kyle Teel, Chase Meidroth and Wikelman Gonzalez. She speaks with Chuck Garfien about what all three of them bring to the table. Emma also talks about her rise in the broadcasting business and her grandfather Bill Mercer w…

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White Sox fans take over the podcast: New Year’s edition! 1:02:27

5M ago1:02:27

1:02:27

With 2024 thankfully coming to a close, it’s time to look ahead to next year and the future for the White Sox. Chuck Garfien takes questions from White Sox fans covering all sorts of topics like the realistic expectations for 2025 and when the White Sox will be contenders again? Chris Getz, Jerry Reinsdorf, trading Luis Robert Jr. and Andrew Benint…

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What Boston thinks of the Garrett Crochet trade and how it happened with the Boston Globe's Alex Speier 37:01

5M ago37:01

37:01

Chuck Garfien speaks with Red Sox beat writer Alex Speier of the Boston Globe to get Boston's opinion of the Garrett Crochet trade. Speier gives the inside scoop about how the trade went down behind the scenes, who the White Sox are getting in Kyle Teel, Braden Montgomery, Chase Meidroth and Wikelman Gonzalez, and what people in Boston think of the…

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Kyle Teel on being traded to the White Sox, reaching the majors, being the post-game DJ and much more! 30:01

6M ago30:01

30:01

Chuck Garfien speaks with new White Sox prospect Kyle Teel about coming to the White Sox in the Garrett Crochet trade and how close he thinks he is to reaching the major leagues. They discuss what it's like being a catcher, the big hitting adjustment he made last season in Triple-A, and how he becomes a DJ in the clubhouse after every win. Kyle sha…

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