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Japan’s reaction to Munetaka Murakami’s scorching start with the White Sox
Apr 30, 2026
35m 08s
Inside the White Sox clubhouse with Miguel Vargas
Apr 28, 2026
29m 31s
Josh Barfield on Murakami, Montgomery and how they're rebuilding the White Sox
Apr 23, 2026
28m 01s
Can Munetaka Murakami be the next Kyle Schwarber with MLB Network’s Dan Plesac
Apr 21, 2026
44m 59s
This is the BEST VERSION of Davis Martin
Apr 16, 2026
31m 37s
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 4/30/26 | Japan’s reaction to Munetaka Murakami’s scorching start with the White Sox✨ | Murakami ManiaJapanese baseball+4 | Yuri Karasawa | JapanBallWorldBaseball.com | JapanChicago | Munetaka Murakamihome runs+7 | — | 35m 08s | |
| 4/28/26 | Inside the White Sox clubhouse with Miguel Vargas✨ | White Soxclubhouse mindset+5 | Miguel Vargas | — | — | White SoxMiguel Vargas+7 | — | 29m 31s | |
| 4/23/26 | Josh Barfield on Murakami, Montgomery and how they're rebuilding the White Sox✨ | Chicago White Soxprospect development+5 | Josh Barfield | Chicago White SoxChicago Blackhawks | — | Chicago White SoxJosh Barfield+7 | — | 28m 01s | |
| 4/21/26 | Can Munetaka Murakami be the next Kyle Schwarber with MLB Network’s Dan Plesac✨ | baseballWhite Sox+4 | Dan Plesac | MLB NetworkCHSN | South Side | Munetaka MurakamiKyle Schwarber+7 | — | 44m 59s | |
| 4/16/26 | This is the BEST VERSION of Davis Martin✨ | Davis MartinWhite Sox+5 | Davis Martin | White Sox | Kansas City | Davis MartinWhite Sox+8 | — | 31m 37s | |
| 4/14/26 | Charlotte Knights Manager Chad Pinder on Noah Schultz and Sam Antonacci✨ | MLB debutplayer development+4 | Chad Pinder | Oakland Athletics | — | Noah SchultzSam Antonacci+5 | — | 36m 39s | |
| 4/9/26 | Mike Vasil: This is the beginning of Dark Knight Rises✨ | Tommy John surgeryrecovery+5 | Mike Vasil | The Dark Knight Rises | — | Tommy John surgeryMike Vasil+6 | — | 19m 24s | |
| 4/7/26 | Tristan Peters on his JOURNEY from the Savannah Bananas to the White Sox✨ | baseball journeyminor leagues+4 | Tristan Peters | Savannah BananasSIU | CanadaBlue Jays | Tristan PetersSavannah Bananas+6 | — | 23m 57s | |
| 4/2/26 | Ozzie Guillen talks keys to early-season turnaround and Opening Day memories✨ | White Soxearly-season struggles+4 | Ozzie Guillen | Chicago Sports Network | — | White SoxOzzie Guillen+7 | — | 58m 29s | |
| 3/31/26 | Pat Murphy: White Sox will be something to be RECKONED with✨ | White SoxMLB+5 | Anthony Castrovince | MLB NetworkMiami Marlins | AL CentralMilwaukee Brewers | White SoxAnthony Castrovince+6 | — | 44m 45s | |
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| 3/25/26 | Will Venable is hoping for a significant leap in 2026✨ | White SoxSpring Training+4 | Will Venable | White Sox | — | White SoxWill Venable+5 | — | 13m 53s | |
| 3/23/26 | 2026 Season Predictions Show✨ | season predictionsWhite Sox+3 | Connor McKnightBrooke Fletcher | — | South Side | White Soxseason predictions+5 | — | 44m 18s | |
| 3/18/26 | ![]() Breaking down Mike Vasil's SEASON-ENDING injury | The Podcast-pa-looza rolls on as Brooke Fletcher joins the show to break down the tough news surrounding Mike Vasil, who is set to undergo season-ending Tommy John surgery. Vasil also shares his own perspective on the injury and the road ahead, offering insight into how he’s handling this major setback. Later, the duo dive into the Chicago White Sox naming their starting rotation, highlighting arms like Shane Smith, Erick Fedde, and Davis Martin, before shifting to the future. They close by previewing the Spring Breakout Game, where several White Sox prospects will get a chance to showcase their talent on a bigger stage. | 26m 06s | ||||||
| 3/17/26 | ![]() Why Derek Shomon is bullish on the White Sox bats | Chuck Garfien’s Spring Training Podcast-pa-looza rolls on with new White Sox hitting coach Derek Shomon, who shares his first message to the team and the hunger he’s already seeing from the group in camp. He explains the kind of coach he aims to be while highlighting the collective effort from hitters this spring, including standout skills like William Bergolla Jr.’s ability to bunt and the progress Korey Lee has shown after making offseason adjustments. Shomon also discusses the development of several key players, including Colson Montgomery as he looks to build off his rookie season, and the early impressions of new slugger Munetaka Murakami, whom he calls "savvy." The conversation also touches on Luisangel Acuña, the strong impression Sam Antonacci has made in camp and on the international stage, and where Jared Kelenic stands as a non-roster invitee this spring. | 25m 09s | ||||||
| 3/12/26 | ![]() Braden Montgomery’s BIG dreams for his major league career | Chuck Garfien’s Spring Training Podcast-pa-looza continues with White Sox prospect Braden Montgomery, who dives into the mindset that fuels his game and his passion for hitting. Montgomery discusses the challenge of developing as a switch-hitter, how he processes failure and uses it as motivation, the hype surrounding his rise, and the improvements he’s made as he pushes toward the majors. He also shares his reaction to taking Shota Imanaga deep, if he's picked any teammates' brains, and the work he’s put in this offseason to get stronger. Plus, Montgomery talks about his big-picture goals, including Hall of Fame aspirations, the type of player he hopes to become, and why he’s excited about the future of the White Sox. | 26m 30s | ||||||
| 3/10/26 | ![]() Andrew Benintendi on why the White Sox can make a bigger jump in 2026 | Chuck Garfien’s Spring Training Podcast-pa-looza continues with a sit-down featuring White Sox outfielder Andrew Benintendi, who shares what he’s seeing from the 2026 Chicago White Sox and why he believes the club can take a step forward after a strong finish to 2025. Benintendi explains why the word “gritty” best describes the identity this team is trying to build and discusses his role as a veteran presence alongside new additions like Austin Hays and Munetaka Murakami. Benintendi also opens up about playing through an Achilles injury and the growth he’s seeing in teammates like Opening Day starter Shane Smith. Plus, he talks about his hitting relationship with his dad, his mixed feelings about the Trajekt machine (while giving Chuck some swing advice), his Italian heritage and potential World Baseball Classic future with Italy, and what he hopes fans will say about the 2026 White Sox when the season is over. | 26m 27s | ||||||
| 3/5/26 | ![]() Grant Taylor and the White Sox expect to win in 2026 | Chuck Garfien’s Spring Training Podcast-pa-looza rolls on with White Sox right-hander Grant Taylor, who joins the show after turning heads at SoxFest and building momentum late last season. Taylor reflects on the biggest lessons from his rookie year, the mentality he carried to the mound in 2025, and how finishing strong shaped his confidence heading into camp, plus what it means to hear praise from GM Chris Getz. The conversation also dives into the bullpen dynamic, from who brings the most heat to working alongside arms like Seranthony Dominguez, and he also talks about what it's like working with new pitching coach Zach Bove. Taylor shares what he emphasized this offseason, why there’s real buzz around the team, how he stays connected with Paul Skenes, and the special bond he has with his brother as his journey in pro ball continues to unfold. | 22m 50s | ||||||
| 3/3/26 | ![]() The Must-Listen Colson Montgomery Interview | Chuck Garfien’s Spring Training Podcast-pa-looza rolls on with White Sox shortstop Colson Montgomery, who opens up about returning to Arizona with a new mindset after refining his swing last season alongside White Sox hitting director Ryan Fuller. Montgomery reflects on his incredible second half, which saw him record the second-most home runs and RBIs in the A.L., the work that fueled it, and the hustle play in the final game of 2025 that defined his edge. He also shares what it’s like living in the spotlight, the text he sent prospect Billy Carlson on draft day, and how veterans have helped shape his growth. Plus, Montgomery breaks down what he’s seeing from the 2026 White Sox and why he believes this group could surprise people. | 36m 48s | ||||||
| 2/26/26 | ![]() Kyle Teel & Ryan Fuller on the pitching machine that’s revolutionizing baseball | Chuck Garfien’s Spring Training Podcast-pa-looza rolls on with a deep dive into one of baseball’s most talked-about training tools: the Trajekt machine. Ryan Fuller joins the show to break down the evolution from the old model to the new, how it’s set up, what kind of feedback they’re getting from players and pitchers, and whether the results are actually translating onto the field. From usage during games to player feedback, Fuller explains why the technology is becoming a staple across clubhouses. Later, Kyle Teel jumps in to share his firsthand experience, how close Trajekt feels to facing a real pitcher, how much it’s helped his development, and the toughest arm he’s faced on the machine. He also discusses how often players use it, its success rate, and even reacts to Chuck stepping in to take a few swings himself. The episode wraps with Teel reflecting on representing his country of Italy in the World Baseball Classic. | 21m 20s | ||||||
| 2/24/26 | ![]() A new home and new outlook for Jarred Kelenic | Chuck Garfien’s Spring Training Podcast-pa-looza rolls on with White Sox non-roster invitee Jarred Kelenic, who explains why signing with the South Side felt like the right move at this stage of his career. The Waukesha, Wisconsin, native reflects on growing up playing ball in the Chicago area, handling the spotlight as a former top-10 prospect, and the whirlwind path that took him from being drafted by the New York Mets to a blockbuster trade involving Robinson Cano and Edwin Diaz that sent him to the Seattle Mariners. Kelenic opens up about the adversity and growth that have shaped his confidence today, why he believes he’s always swung the bat well at Rate Field and Wrigley Field, and how those experiences fuel his belief in what he can bring to the club. He also shares his outlook on what the 2026 White Sox could become and the role he hopes to carve out moving forward. | 28m 02s | ||||||
| 2/23/26 | ![]() Inside Murakami-mania at White Sox Spring Training | Chuck Garfien’s Spring Training Podcast-pa-looza rolls on as Brooke Fletcher joins the show with the latest on Munetaka Murakami and his transition to the White Sox. Chuck shares a lighthearted English lesson with Murakami, while Brooke provides insight into his interpreter, Kenzo Yagi, and the dynamic helping him adjust on and off the field. Murakami also recounts witnessing a car accident on his way to the ballpark. The episode breaks down Murakami’s first couple of games in a Sox uniform and what early impressions are forming around his game. Plus, Chuck reacts to comments from Jordan Hicks about the 2026 White Sox and what they signal about the direction of the club. | 25m 22s | ||||||
| 2/19/26 | ![]() Matt Davidson on what to expect from Munetaka Murakami | Chuck Garfien’s Spring Training Podcast-pa-looza rolls on with former White Sox infielder Matt Davidson, who reflects on his time on the South Side and the unforgettable moment in 2018 when he launched three home runs on Opening Day against the Royals in Kansas City. Now playing in the KBO after a 2023 season in Japan’s NPB, Davidson breaks down the similarities and differences between baseball overseas and in MLB, including his experience facing Munetaka Murakami. He also discusses what he expects from Murakami in 2026 with the White Sox, what continues to drive him to play, and how much longer he sees himself staying in the game. | 13m 28s | ||||||
| 2/18/26 | ![]() Edgar Quero believes the Sox will push for the playoffs | Chuck Garfien’s Spring Training Podcast-pa-looza continues with White Sox catcher Edgar Quero as he heads into his sophomore season. He breaks down his work on framing, what he’s learning from bench coach Walker McKinven, and why he supports the ABS challenge system from a catcher’s point of view, while also sharing how he felt at the plate and the kind of hitter he believes he can become. Quero discusses his offseason training at Driveline Baseball and how it’s shaping his growth. He highlights pitchers who stand out to him, explains how he fooled runners with pickoffs last season, weighs in on Munetaka Murakami, and shares why he believes the 2026 Sox can push for a postseason spot. | 18m 48s | ||||||
| 2/17/26 | ![]() Why Austin Hays believes the White Sox can take a big step in 2026 | Chuck Garfien’s Spring Training Podcast-pa-looza rolls on with new White Sox outfielder Austin Hays, who explains why he chose the South Side and what he sees brewing inside the 2026 clubhouse. Hays reflects on going from 110 losses to 101 wins in a two-year span in Baltimore and draws parallels to a Sox team looking to rebound from a 102-loss season, while sharing what he can bring to help spark that turnaround. He also compares this group to last year’s Reds club that battled through adversity to reach the postseason. Hays opens up about overcoming a kidney infection in 2024 and how a conversation with Kyle Schwarber helped him address the issues he was dealing with, plus his strong relationship with hitting director Ryan Fuller, who played a key role in his 2023 All-Star campaign. He offers advice to Colson Montgomery on avoiding a sophomore slump and gives his early impressions of the 2026 Sox. And yes, he gives his two cents on Japanese slugger Munetaka Murakami, too. | 25m 09s | ||||||
| 2/16/26 | ![]() Why 2026 could be the year for Noah Schultz | Chuck Garfien sits down with White Sox top prospect Noah Schultz to break down the growth he’s made since being drafted and how adversity shaped his 2025 season. Schultz opens up about battling knee tendinitis, what he learned during the downtime, and why he’s entering 2026 confident and ready for a bounce-back year. He also explains how simplifying his mechanics has taken his game to another level. Schultz talks about his offseason workouts alongside Luis Robert Jr., Juan Soto, Mark Vientos, and Joey Gallo, and what he’s picked up from training with them. He talks about how he looked up to future Hall of Famer Clayton Kershaw and the process behind developing his signature pitch. Plus, Chuck asks whether he’s looking forward to a future showdown with new Sox slugger Munetaka Murakami. | 22m 44s | ||||||
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