https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-catbird-speaks--3387396enSportsCopyright Bret Sayrehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/57651931158307113d5f07368b22ef16.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-catbird-speaks--3387396Fri, 01 Mar 2024 16:44:21 +0000Bret SayreBret Sayrefeeds@spreaker.comAn analytical, scattered, and sometimes humorous look at the Chicago White Sox presented on a semi-regular basis.true0500efe2-1435-5066-a7b0-a935147e4528episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2-19-19-white-sox-fumble-machado-on-the-1-yard-line--17172492
--Despair;

--Frustration;

--...Prospects?]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2019/02/20/21919-white-sox-fumble-machado-on-the-1-yard-lineWed, 20 Feb 2019 06:00:00 +0000Bret SayreThe White Sox randomly found themselves ready to sign Machado for a bargain and instead the Padres actually met his demands and now we're basically left with the 2018 roster plus Jon Jay and Yonder Alonso. --Despair; --Frustration; --...Prospects?
--Despair;

--Frustration;

--...Prospects?]]>4593free agency,manny machado,mlb,white soxtruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/1-11-19-anthony-rescan-on-machado-harper-and-more--17172493
1. Signing Manny Machado and where he'd play and whether that will happen;

2. What the White Sox can do if they don't land someone big; and 

3. Talk about the state of the current roster.]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2019/01/11/11119-anthony-rescan-on-machado-harper-and-moreFri, 11 Jan 2019 14:30:00 +0000Bret SayreAnthony Rescan of the BP R&D team joins Nick Schaefer to talk about the wild range of possibilities for the White Sox from: 1. Signing Manny Machado and where he'd play and whether that will happen; 2. What the White Sox can do if they don't land...
1. Signing Manny Machado and where he'd play and whether that will happen;

2. What the White Sox can do if they don't land someone big; and 

3. Talk about the state of the current roster.]]>3348truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-catbird-speaks-10-2-18-sixty-two-and-one-hundred--17172498
-The general disappointment of the pitching staff. What to make of Lucas Giolito, Reynaldo Lopez, and Carlos Rodon going forward.

-The fact that there's still hope for Yoan Moncada, and optimism over Tim Anderson's production.

-Thoughts on the White Sox's timeframe for contention, particularly given the glut of injuries to Michael Kopech and various other prospects.

-Team-building thoughts coming off the success of this season's Milwaukee Brewers.

-Postseason thoughts. Who is going to win the World Series? Who do we want to win the World Series?]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2018/10/01/the-catbird-speaks-10218-sixty-two-and-one-hundredMon, 01 Oct 2018 21:00:00 +0000Bret SayreThe White Sox 2018 season is over. They went 62-100. Nick Schaefer, Collin Whitchurch, and Frank Firke got together to talk about it. Among the subjects: -The general disappointment of the pitching staff. What to make of Lucas Giolito, Reynaldo...
-The general disappointment of the pitching staff. What to make of Lucas Giolito, Reynaldo Lopez, and Carlos Rodon going forward.

-The fact that there's still hope for Yoan Moncada, and optimism over Tim Anderson's production.

-Thoughts on the White Sox's timeframe for contention, particularly given the glut of injuries to Michael Kopech and various other prospects.

-Team-building thoughts coming off the success of this season's Milwaukee Brewers.

-Postseason thoughts. Who is going to win the World Series? Who do we want to win the World Series?]]>5006baseball,chicago,chicago white sox,mlb,white soxfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-catbird-speaks-8-3-18-free-eloy--17172496
-Disappointment over the fact that the White Sox have yet to promote phenom Eloy Jimenez as he continues to lay waste to Triple-A pitching.

-Michael Kopech's bumpier minor league season and when we should expect to see him in Chicago.

-Possible August trade candidates, such as James Shields, Leury Garcia, and a host of bullpen options.]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2018/08/02/the-catbird-speaks-8318--free-eloyThu, 02 Aug 2018 22:00:00 +0000Bret SayreCollin Whitchurch, Mark Primiano, and Frank Firke got together on a Thursday evening to talk about a number of White Sox things. Such as: -Disappointment over the fact that the White Sox have yet to promote phenom Eloy Jimenez as he continues to lay...
-Disappointment over the fact that the White Sox have yet to promote phenom Eloy Jimenez as he continues to lay waste to Triple-A pitching.

-Michael Kopech's bumpier minor league season and when we should expect to see him in Chicago.

-Possible August trade candidates, such as James Shields, Leury Garcia, and a host of bullpen options.]]>3712baseball,chicago white sox,mlb,sports,white soxfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-2018-midseason-50-prospect-podcast-feat-jeff-paternostro--17172495
--Eloy Jimenez;

--Michael Kopech;

--Dylan Cease;

--Luis Robert;

--Bryce Harper?!]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2018/07/14/the-2018-midseason-50-prospect-podcast-feat-jeff-paternostroSat, 14 Jul 2018 23:00:00 +0000Bret SayreJeff Paternostro, the head of Baseball Prospectus' prospect team, joins Nick Schaefer to discuss the list, the White Sox prospects on it, the system in general, and the organization's future. --Eloy Jimenez; --Michael Kopech; --Dylan Cease; --Luis...
--Eloy Jimenez;

--Michael Kopech;

--Dylan Cease;

--Luis Robert;

--Bryce Harper?!]]>3793baseball,baseball prospectus,eloy jimenez,prospects,white soxtruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/4-24-2018-the-white-sox-have-won-a-game--17172497
--Carson Fulmer had a good outing;

--Yoan Moncada is looking like a monster all of a sudden;

--Justin Verlander is a big whiny baby;

--Jose Abreu is still the best;

--Is Giolito okay?

And so much more!]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2018/04/25/4242018-the-white-sox-have-won-a-gameWed, 25 Apr 2018 13:00:00 +0000Bret SayreSince our last podcast, the White Sox have played 16 games and even won one of them!  --Carson Fulmer had a good outing; --Yoan Moncada is looking like a monster all of a sudden; --Justin Verlander is a big whiny baby; --Jose Abreu is still the...
--Carson Fulmer had a good outing;

--Yoan Moncada is looking like a monster all of a sudden;

--Justin Verlander is a big whiny baby;

--Jose Abreu is still the best;

--Is Giolito okay?

And so much more!]]>3607al central,lucas giolito,mlb,white sox,yoan moncadatruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/4-4-2018-real-white-sox-baseball-for-better-or-for-worse--17172494
Tune in for:

--Tim Anderson and Matt Davidson talk;

--The encouraging start of Reynaldo Lopez;

--Royals & Tigers schadenfreude; 

--The Twins being ridiculous; and

--Animal chat.]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2018/04/03/442018--real-white-sox-baseball-for-better-or-for-worseTue, 03 Apr 2018 13:30:00 +0000Bret SayreNick, Mark, and Frank chat White Sox, early 2018 MLB, animals, and the Unwritten Rules. Tune in for: --Tim Anderson and Matt Davidson talk; --The encouraging start of Reynaldo Lopez; --Royals & Tigers schadenfreude;  --The Twins being ridiculous;...
Tune in for:

--Tim Anderson and Matt Davidson talk;

--The encouraging start of Reynaldo Lopez;

--Royals & Tigers schadenfreude; 

--The Twins being ridiculous; and

--Animal chat.]]>2948blue jays,lb,mlb,white soxtruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-catbird-speaks-3-9-18-the-young-and-the-guestless--17172501
-The White Sox roster situation, including Collin citing way too many Spring Training stats.

-The remaining free agents, including reaction to the Mike Moustakas deal that was reported during recording.

-Some self-indulgent fantasy talk, White Sox players we might target during our drafts, and general draft strategy.]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2018/03/09/the-catbird-speaks-3918--the-young-and-the-guestlessFri, 09 Mar 2018 04:00:00 +0000Bret SayreLacking a guest, Collin Whitchurch and Nick Schaefer got together to talk about the latest White Sox Spring Training happenings, the free agent market, and some Fantasy Baseball. Among the topics: -The White Sox roster situation, including Collin...
-The White Sox roster situation, including Collin citing way too many Spring Training stats.

-The remaining free agents, including reaction to the Mike Moustakas deal that was reported during recording.

-Some self-indulgent fantasy talk, White Sox players we might target during our drafts, and general draft strategy.]]>4171baseball,chicago white sox,major league baseball,mlb,white soxfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-catbird-speaks-2-18-18-fegan-v-boye--17172500
In the other corner you have Paul Boyé, contributor to The Good Phight, BP Short Relief contributor, one of Nick Schaefer's best pals, and someone who has never met nor spoken to Collin Whitchurch before this episode was recorded.

Listen, as the two match wits in guessing which BP Annual White Sox comments were written by Nick, and which were written by Collin, in an intense game in which you, the listener, is ultimately the winner.]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2018/02/18/the-catbird-speaks-21818--fegan-v-boySun, 18 Feb 2018 00:00:00 +0000Bret SayreIn one corner you have James Fegan, editor emaritus of BP South Side, White Sox beat writer for The Athletic, and someone who has edited countless Collin Whitchurch and Nick Schaefer posts over the years. In the other corner you have Paul Boyé,...
In the other corner you have Paul Boyé, contributor to The Good Phight, BP Short Relief contributor, one of Nick Schaefer's best pals, and someone who has never met nor spoken to Collin Whitchurch before this episode was recorded.

Listen, as the two match wits in guessing which BP Annual White Sox comments were written by Nick, and which were written by Collin, in an intense game in which you, the listener, is ultimately the winner.]]>3660baseball,baseball prospectus,chicago white sox,mlb,white soxfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-catbird-speaks-1-26-18-roster-construction--17172507
-The Brewers' acquisitions of Christian Yelich and Lorenzo Cain, what that means for them in 2018, and if this kind of model can be expected from the White Sox in a year or two.

-What the White Sox roster is going to look like heading into Spring Training, as well as if they will or should take advantage of the stalled free agent market.

-The differences in prospect lists from source to source, including some deep diving into the backend of the White Sox farm system rankings.

-Jim Thome's election into the Baseball Hall of Fame, and some thoughts on the ballot as a whole.

Be sure to follow BP South Side on Twitter @BPSouthSide. You can follow Collin @cowhitchurch and Nick @Nick_BPSS.]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2018/01/26/the-catbird-speaks-12618--roster-constructionFri, 26 Jan 2018 02:00:00 +0000Bret SayreWe're less than one month from pitchers and catchers reporting, so Collin and Nick got together to talk about what the White Sox roster looks like, as well as reactions to the latest Hot Stove dealings and the 2018 Hall of Fame class. Among the...
-The Brewers' acquisitions of Christian Yelich and Lorenzo Cain, what that means for them in 2018, and if this kind of model can be expected from the White Sox in a year or two.

-What the White Sox roster is going to look like heading into Spring Training, as well as if they will or should take advantage of the stalled free agent market.

-The differences in prospect lists from source to source, including some deep diving into the backend of the White Sox farm system rankings.

-Jim Thome's election into the Baseball Hall of Fame, and some thoughts on the ballot as a whole.

Be sure to follow BP South Side on Twitter @BPSouthSide. You can follow Collin @cowhitchurch and Nick @Nick_BPSS.]]>5453baseball,chicago white sox,hall of fame,mlb,white soxfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-catbird-speaks-12-17-2017-frank-firke-chats-machado-and-more--17172528
--Giancarlo Stanton trade;

--Jeter's ownership group;

--The Mets;

--Jack Morris & Alan Trammell;

--Manny Machado rumors;

--White Sox "buying" prospects?]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2017/12/18/the-catbird-speaks--12172017--frank-firke-chats-machado-and-moreMon, 18 Dec 2017 12:00:00 +0000Bret Sayre--Ohtani signing; --Giancarlo Stanton trade; --Jeter's ownership group; --The Mets; --Jack Morris & Alan Trammell; --Manny Machado rumors; --White Sox "buying" prospects?
--Giancarlo Stanton trade;

--Jeter's ownership group;

--The Mets;

--Jack Morris & Alan Trammell;

--Manny Machado rumors;

--White Sox "buying" prospects?]]>4542hall of fame,machado,stanton,white sox,yankeesfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-catbird-speaks-thanksgiving-hall-of-fame-edition--17172502
--The slam dunk candidates like Thome and Chipper;

--The no chance but fun guys like Johnny Damon;

--Defense-driven careers and weird profiles;

--The candidates that will infuriate Nick for unhealthy reasons!

All of this and more.]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2017/11/21/the-catbird-speaks--thanksgiving-hall-of-fame-editionTue, 21 Nov 2017 14:00:00 +0000Bret SayreThere are seven former White Sox on the 2018 Hall of Fame ballot. Dr. Mark Primiano, fresh off his honeymoon, joins Nick Schaefer to discuss the candidacies and remember the careers of everyone from Lidge to Isringhausen.  --The slam dunk candidates...
--The slam dunk candidates like Thome and Chipper;

--The no chance but fun guys like Johnny Damon;

--Defense-driven careers and weird profiles;

--The candidates that will infuriate Nick for unhealthy reasons!

All of this and more.]]>3218arry bonds,hall of fame,jim thome,omar vizquel,roger clemenstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-catbird-speaks-11-17-17-the-white-sox-top-10-prospects-list--17172504
-The overall state of the White Sox farm system.

-The upside of Eloy Jimenez and Michael Kopech, what sets them apart from the rest of the system, and what went into picking between the two for the No. 1 spot.

-The high upside but risk of a prospect like Dylan Cease.

-Alec Hansen's roller coaster ride from potential No. 1 draft pick to terrible college performance to top prospect.

-How the hell you rank Luis Robert.

-The next group of guys, what to like and dislike from Jake Burger, Dane Dunning, Blake Rutherford, and Zack Collins.

-Thoughts on guys outside the Top 10, including Micker Adolfo, Spencer Adams, A.J. Puckett, Yeyson Yrizarri, and more.

-Some always necessary talk about Japanese wrestling between Jarrett and Collin, while Nick tries not to fall asleep.

Be sure to subscribe to this podcast on iTunes by searching for "The Catbird Speaks." Please be sure to rate and review us!]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2017/11/17/the-catbird-speaks-111717--the-white-sox-top-10-prospects-listFri, 17 Nov 2017 00:00:00 +0000Bret SayreThe White Sox Top 10 Prospects list was released Friday on Baseball Prospectus, and Jarrett Seidler of BP's prospect team joined Collin and Nick to talk about what went into the construction of the list. Among the topics: -The overall state of the...
-The overall state of the White Sox farm system.

-The upside of Eloy Jimenez and Michael Kopech, what sets them apart from the rest of the system, and what went into picking between the two for the No. 1 spot.

-The high upside but risk of a prospect like Dylan Cease.

-Alec Hansen's roller coaster ride from potential No. 1 draft pick to terrible college performance to top prospect.

-How the hell you rank Luis Robert.

-The next group of guys, what to like and dislike from Jake Burger, Dane Dunning, Blake Rutherford, and Zack Collins.

-Thoughts on guys outside the Top 10, including Micker Adolfo, Spencer Adams, A.J. Puckett, Yeyson Yrizarri, and more.

-Some always necessary talk about Japanese wrestling between Jarrett and Collin, while Nick tries not to fall asleep.

Be sure to subscribe to this podcast on iTunes by searching for "The Catbird Speaks." Please be sure to rate and review us!]]>4926baseball,chicago white sox,mlb,prospects,white soxfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/10-9-2017-bonus-cast-nick-mo-talk-yankees-fantasy--17172503
--Perspective on the Yankees' season

--Danny Tartabull

--Macro level fantasy strategy

--Pax Diamondbacks]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2017/10/10/1092017-bonus-cast-nick-mo-talk-yankees-fantasyTue, 10 Oct 2017 03:00:00 +0000Bret SayreThe White Sox aren't in the postseason and the offseason hasn't begun in earnest yet. So we sat down with Mo Narang, Yankee fan extraordinaire, and get some perspective from a fan whose team is a little further along in the rebuild than the White Sox...
--Perspective on the Yankees' season

--Danny Tartabull

--Macro level fantasy strategy

--Pax Diamondbacks]]>2597fantasy,yankeestruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-catbird-speaks-9-21-17-every-white-sox-prospect-as-told-by-james-fegan--17172505
-If Lucas Giolito's September success is sustainable.

-Carson Fulmer's impressive few starts after a disasterous season.

-Yoan Moncada is who we thought we was.

-James' latest iteration of the White Sox Top 30 prospects.

-Why James loves the Twins and Royals so much.

You can subscribe to this podcast on Twitter by searching for "The Catbird Speaks."]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2017/09/21/the-catbird-speaks-92117--every-white-sox-prospect-as-told-by-james-feganThu, 21 Sep 2017 19:00:00 +0000Bret SayreOld friend James Fegan of The Athletic joins Collin and Nick to discuss the White Sox as the season winds to a close. Among the topics: -If Lucas Giolito's September success is sustainable. -Carson Fulmer's impressive few starts after a disasterous...
-If Lucas Giolito's September success is sustainable.

-Carson Fulmer's impressive few starts after a disasterous season.

-Yoan Moncada is who we thought we was.

-James' latest iteration of the White Sox Top 30 prospects.

-Why James loves the Twins and Royals so much.

You can subscribe to this podcast on Twitter by searching for "The Catbird Speaks."]]>4506baseball,baseball podcast,baseball prospectus,chicago white sox,white soxfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-catbird-speaks-9-7-17-giolito-s-success-and-the-al-wild-card-mess--17172506Lucas Giolito's most recent start, as well as how good he's looked during his brief time thus far with the White Sox.Reynaldo Lopez's return and whether or not there's any concern over the minor injury that kept him out for two weeks.Tim Anderson's rebound during the last month and what that means for his future.The Tigers' recent trades, what that means for them and what acquiring Justin Verlander means for the Astros.The mess of the AL Wild Card race and which teams, if any, are actually good.
You can subscribe to this podcast on iTunes by searching for "The Catbird Speaks."]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2017/09/07/the-catbird-speaks-9717--giolitos-success-and-the-al-wild-card-messThu, 07 Sep 2017 18:00:00 +0000Bret SayreNick and Collin got together on a Thursday afternoon to discuss the success of the White Sox young pitchers, the state of the AL Wild Card race, and a number of other random things. Among the topics: Lucas Giolito's most recent start, as well as how...Lucas Giolito's most recent start, as well as how good he's looked during his brief time thus far with the White Sox.Reynaldo Lopez's return and whether or not there's any concern over the minor injury that kept him out for two weeks.Tim Anderson's rebound during the last month and what that means for his future.The Tigers' recent trades, what that means for them and what acquiring Justin Verlander means for the Astros.The mess of the AL Wild Card race and which teams, if any, are actually good.
You can subscribe to this podcast on iTunes by searching for "The Catbird Speaks."]]>4447baseball,chicago white sox,mlb,white soxfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-catbird-speaks-8-22-17-bad-but-interesting--17172510Carson Fulmer's rotation cameo and what his terrible season means for his future.Reynaldo Lopez's two starts, his injury, and what we've seen out of him in his brief time with the team.Leury Garcia's surprisingly successful season and chances of sticking around when the White Sox are ready to compete again.Season-long improvements from Avisail Garcia, and where he fits in with the White Sox in the future.2018 free agency and long-term financial implications.Jose Abreu being awesome forever and always.
You can subscribe to this podcast on iTunes by searching for "The Catbird Speaks."]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2017/08/22/the-catbird-speaks-82217--bad-but-interestingTue, 22 Aug 2017 19:00:00 +0000Bret SayreCollin and Nick got together on a Tuesday afternoon to talk about recent White Sox activity and all the interesting stuff going on with an otherwise bad baseball team. Among the topics: Carson Fulmer's rotation cameo and what his terrible season means...Carson Fulmer's rotation cameo and what his terrible season means for his future.Reynaldo Lopez's two starts, his injury, and what we've seen out of him in his brief time with the team.Leury Garcia's surprisingly successful season and chances of sticking around when the White Sox are ready to compete again.Season-long improvements from Avisail Garcia, and where he fits in with the White Sox in the future.2018 free agency and long-term financial implications.Jose Abreu being awesome forever and always.
You can subscribe to this podcast on iTunes by searching for "The Catbird Speaks."]]>5406baseball,chicago white sox,mlb,sports,white soxfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-catbird-speaks-8-10-17-the-baseball-girl--17172508
-Nicky Delmonico and what he's shown during his brief major league stint.

-The patience of Yoan Moncada.

-What to expect out of Reynaldo Lopez in his White Sox debut.

-Tim Anderson's rough 2017 season.

You can subscribe to this podcast on iTunes by searched for The Catbird Speaks. Follow up on Twitter! Nick: @Nick_BPSS, Collin: @cowhitchurch, BP South Side: @BPSouthside]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2017/08/10/the-catbird-speaks-81017--the-baseball-girlThu, 10 Aug 2017 19:00:00 +0000Bret SayreCat Garcia (@TheBaseballGirl), former BPSS contributor and current White Sox writer for WLS-AM, joins Collin and Nick to talk about all the White Sox recent promotions and more. Among the topics: -Nicky Delmonico and what he's shown during his brief...
-Nicky Delmonico and what he's shown during his brief major league stint.

-The patience of Yoan Moncada.

-What to expect out of Reynaldo Lopez in his White Sox debut.

-Tim Anderson's rough 2017 season.

You can subscribe to this podcast on iTunes by searched for The Catbird Speaks. Follow up on Twitter! Nick: @Nick_BPSS, Collin: @cowhitchurch, BP South Side: @BPSouthside]]>3677baseball,chicago white sox,mlb,white soxfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-catbird-speaks-7-21-17-another-trade-moncada-s-promotion-and-more--17172509-The return for Todd Frazier, David Robertson, and Tommy Kahnle.-The high difference of opinions on Blake Rutherford.-Whether trading Kahnle was the right thing to do.-Any other trades likely? Does anyone want Tommy Kahnle?-The insanely mediocre American League Central-Yoan Moncada's promotion and what to watch from him the rest of the season-Other prospects who might get called up this season. Reynaldo Lopez? Lucas Giolito?
You can subscribe to this podcast on iTunes by searching for "The Catbird Speaks.]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2017/07/21/the-catbird-speaks-72117--another-trade-moncadas-promotion-and-moreFri, 21 Jul 2017 19:30:00 +0000Bret SayreCollin Whitchurch and Nick Schaefer got together to react to the latest White Sox trade as well as the promotion of heralded prospect Yoan Moncada. Among the talking points: -The return for Todd Frazier, David Robertson, and Tommy Kahnle.-The high...-The return for Todd Frazier, David Robertson, and Tommy Kahnle.-The high difference of opinions on Blake Rutherford.-Whether trading Kahnle was the right thing to do.-Any other trades likely? Does anyone want Tommy Kahnle?-The insanely mediocre American League Central-Yoan Moncada's promotion and what to watch from him the rest of the season-Other prospects who might get called up this season. Reynaldo Lopez? Lucas Giolito?
You can subscribe to this podcast on iTunes by searching for "The Catbird Speaks.]]>4858baseball,chicago white sox,sports,white soxfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-catbird-speaks-7-13-17-jose-quintana-trade-reactions--17172511
Among the topics:

-The trade market for Quintana, why they didn't trade him earlier, and why they said yes this time around.

-What the additions of Eloy Jimenez and Dylan Cease bring to the White Sox.

-The state of the White Sox farm system post-trade.

-Randomly, the 2008 Futures Game, famous prospect busts, and how far the White Sox farm system has come in such a short time.

-What Jose Quintana has meant to the White Sox from a fan's perspective.

-What this means in terms of other White Sox trades that could be coming down the road.

Be sure to read Ryan Schultz's quick take on the Quintana trade at BPSouthside.com. You can also read Nick Schaefer's Wednesday chat at BaseballProspectus.com, and several members of our staff participated in BP's Top 50 Prospect Busts list. Also be sure to head over to BPWrigleyville.com for perspective on the trade from the Cubs' point of view. And finally, check out the official Transaction Analysis at BP, as well.]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2017/07/13/the-catbird-speaks-71317-jose-quintana-trade-reactionsThu, 13 Jul 2017 23:00:00 +0000Bret SayreA mere hours after the news of the White Sox trade that sent Jose Quintana to the Chicago Cubs broke, Collin Whitchurch and Nick Schaefer got together to give us some instant reactions. Among the topics: -The trade market for Quintana, why they...
Among the topics:

-The trade market for Quintana, why they didn't trade him earlier, and why they said yes this time around.

-What the additions of Eloy Jimenez and Dylan Cease bring to the White Sox.

-The state of the White Sox farm system post-trade.

-Randomly, the 2008 Futures Game, famous prospect busts, and how far the White Sox farm system has come in such a short time.

-What Jose Quintana has meant to the White Sox from a fan's perspective.

-What this means in terms of other White Sox trades that could be coming down the road.

Be sure to read Ryan Schultz's quick take on the Quintana trade at BPSouthside.com. You can also read Nick Schaefer's Wednesday chat at BaseballProspectus.com, and several members of our staff participated in BP's Top 50 Prospect Busts list. Also be sure to head over to BPWrigleyville.com for perspective on the trade from the Cubs' point of view. And finally, check out the official Transaction Analysis at BP, as well.]]>5008baseball,chicago white sox,eloy jimenez,jose quintanafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-catbird-speaks-7-7-17-midseason-top-50-prospects-with-craig-goldstein--17172513
Among the specific topics:

-Why Reynaldo Lopez was omitted from the Top 50.

-The difficulty of slotting in the newly signed Luis Robert.

-What's the deal with Lucas Giolito?

-Why Yoan Moncada isn't in the majors yet.

-Lower ranked White Sox prospects and what Craig thinks of them.

-Best names in the White Sox farm system.

You can subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or our BlogTalkRadio page by searching for The Catbird Speaks.]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2017/07/07/the-catbird-speaks-7717--midseason-top-50-prospects-with-craig-goldsteinFri, 07 Jul 2017 02:30:00 +0000Bret SayreBaseball Prospectus minor league editor Craig Goldstein joined Collin and Nick to talk prospects after BP released its Midseason Top 50 Prospects list on Thursday. Among the specific topics: -Why Reynaldo Lopez was omitted from the Top 50. -The...
Among the specific topics:

-Why Reynaldo Lopez was omitted from the Top 50.

-The difficulty of slotting in the newly signed Luis Robert.

-What's the deal with Lucas Giolito?

-Why Yoan Moncada isn't in the majors yet.

-Lower ranked White Sox prospects and what Craig thinks of them.

-Best names in the White Sox farm system.

You can subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or our BlogTalkRadio page by searching for The Catbird Speaks.]]>4604baseball,baseball prospectus,chicago white sox,prospects,white soxfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-catbird-speaks-6-19-17-james-fegan-returns-to-impart-white-sox-wisdom--17172512
-Miguel Gonzalez's injury and James Shields' return.

-The trade value of the White Sox bullpen pieces, as well as Todd Frazier and Melky Cabrera.

-Why none of the White Sox top prospects are putting together particularly good numbers.

-Rick Renteria's affect on the clubhouse.

-And More!

You can subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or your favorite podcast app by searching for "The Catbird Speaks."]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2017/06/19/the-catbird-speaks-61917--james-fegan-returns-to-impart-white-sox-wisdomMon, 19 Jun 2017 00:30:00 +0000Bret SayreOur old, dear friend, James Fegan, the Chicago White Sox beat writer for The Athletic, returns home for one glorious day to banter about baseball with his good pals Collin Whitchurch, Nick Schaefer, and Mark Primiano. Among the topics: -Miguel...
-Miguel Gonzalez's injury and James Shields' return.

-The trade value of the White Sox bullpen pieces, as well as Todd Frazier and Melky Cabrera.

-Why none of the White Sox top prospects are putting together particularly good numbers.

-Rick Renteria's affect on the clubhouse.

-And More!

You can subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or your favorite podcast app by searching for "The Catbird Speaks."]]>4211baseball,chicago white sox,the athleticfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-catbird-speaks-5-8-17-we-called-answer-dave-and-he-answered--17172515
-How and why Dave grew up a White Sox fan.

-The White Sox better-than-expected start to the season and what it means for the future of Jose Quintana.

-The surprising good starts of the likes of Avisail Garcia, Leury Garcia, and Matt Davidson.

-Why the Kansas City Royals are bad now.

-Which Star Wars character would Jose Quintana be?

You can subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or your favorite podcast app by searching for "The Catbird Speaks."]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2017/05/08/the-catbird-speaks-5817--we-called-answer-dave-and-he-answeredMon, 08 May 2017 02:00:00 +0000Bret SayreDave Brown joined Collin and Nick to talk about the White Sox. Among the topics: -How and why Dave grew up a White Sox fan. -The White Sox better-than-expected start to the season and what it means for the future of Jose Quintana. -The surprising...
-How and why Dave grew up a White Sox fan.

-The White Sox better-than-expected start to the season and what it means for the future of Jose Quintana.

-The surprising good starts of the likes of Avisail Garcia, Leury Garcia, and Matt Davidson.

-Why the Kansas City Royals are bad now.

-Which Star Wars character would Jose Quintana be?

You can subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or your favorite podcast app by searching for "The Catbird Speaks."]]>4554avisail garcia,baseball,chicago white sox,jose quintana,leury garciafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-catbird-speaks-5-1-17-talking-baseball-with-the-ringer-s-michael-baumann--17172514
-Jose Quintana's trade market.

-How to deal with following a rebuilding team. (Michael's a Phillies fan, so...)

-MLB Draft, including some top college prospects to keep an eye on.

-The progress of White Sox pitching prospects Dane Dunning and Alec Hansen.

-The movie "Backdraft" and a new nickname for Anthony Swarzak.

You can subscribe to this podcast on iTunes by searching for "The Catbird Speaks," as well as on our BlogTalkRadio page or your favorite podcast app. ]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2017/04/30/the-catbird-speaks-5117-talking-baseball-with-the-ringers-michael-baumannSun, 30 Apr 2017 22:00:00 +0000Bret SayreWith one month of the season in the books, Michael Baumann from The Ringer joins Collin Whitchurch and Nick Schaefer to talk about a variety of topics. Among them: -Jose Quintana's trade market. -How to deal with following a rebuilding team....
-Jose Quintana's trade market.

-How to deal with following a rebuilding team. (Michael's a Phillies fan, so...)

-MLB Draft, including some top college prospects to keep an eye on.

-The progress of White Sox pitching prospects Dane Dunning and Alec Hansen.

-The movie "Backdraft" and a new nickname for Anthony Swarzak.

You can subscribe to this podcast on iTunes by searching for "The Catbird Speaks," as well as on our BlogTalkRadio page or your favorite podcast app. ]]>3140baseball,chicago white sox,ringer,theringerfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-catbird-speaks-4-3-17-it-s-opening-day--17172516
You can subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or your favorite podcast app by searching for "The Catbird Speaks."]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2017/04/03/the-catbird-speaks-4317--its-opening-dayMon, 03 Apr 2017 07:00:00 +0000Bret SayreOpening Day is here, and Collin Whitchurch, Nick Schaefer, and Frank Firke get together to discuss the 25-man roster, including the decisions the White Sox made regarding certain positions, and what options they have going forward. Later, they talk...
You can subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or your favorite podcast app by searching for "The Catbird Speaks."]]>5031baseball,chicago white sox,opening dayfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-catbird-speaks-3-13-17-spring-training-odds-and-ends--17172531
-Charlie Tilson's latest injury, what it means for him as well as what it means for the makeup of this year's roster.

-Jose Quintana owning at the World Baseball Classic and how awesome that is.

-The trade value of David Robertson.

-The construction of this year's roster, what it might look like given Tilson's injury and the departure of Brett Lawrie.

-Observations and insight from Collin after covering Sox camp last week in Glendale.

-And we answer questions from our Twitter followers!

You can subscribe to this podcast on iTunes, BlogTalkRadio, or your favorite podcast app by searching for "The Catbird Speaks."]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2017/03/13/the-catbird-speaks-31317--spring-training-odds-and-endsMon, 13 Mar 2017 06:00:00 +0000Bret SayreAs the White Sox make their way through Spring Training, Collin, Nick, and Cat get together to discuss all the latest musings out of Glendale. Among the topics: -Charlie Tilson's latest injury, what it means for him as well as what it means for the...
-Charlie Tilson's latest injury, what it means for him as well as what it means for the makeup of this year's roster.

-Jose Quintana owning at the World Baseball Classic and how awesome that is.

-The trade value of David Robertson.

-The construction of this year's roster, what it might look like given Tilson's injury and the departure of Brett Lawrie.

-Observations and insight from Collin after covering Sox camp last week in Glendale.

-And we answer questions from our Twitter followers!

You can subscribe to this podcast on iTunes, BlogTalkRadio, or your favorite podcast app by searching for "The Catbird Speaks."]]>5014baseball,chicago white sox,spring trainingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-catbird-speaks-2-13-17-spring-training-preview-with-james-fegan--17172518
Among the topics:

-Why all the new, young arms are among the things to most look forward to at camp,

-What the catcher position is going to look like this season,

-The trade markets of Jose Quintana and Jose Abreu,

-Playing time for young players vs. trade chips,

-Why Whataburger is a superior fast food chain to In-N-Out,

-How much James loves and misses us already.

You can subscribe to this podcast on iTunes, BlogTalkRadio or your favorite podcast app by searching for "The Catbird Speaks."]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2017/02/13/the-catbird-speaks-21317--spring-training-preview-with-james-feganMon, 13 Feb 2017 08:30:00 +0000Bret SayreJames Fegan, White Sox reporter for The Athletic Chicago and BPSouthside.com's Editor Emaritus, returns to the podcast fresh off of his flight to Arizona for Spring Training to help us preview White Sox camp. Among the topics: -Why all the new,...
Among the topics:

-Why all the new, young arms are among the things to most look forward to at camp,

-What the catcher position is going to look like this season,

-The trade markets of Jose Quintana and Jose Abreu,

-Playing time for young players vs. trade chips,

-Why Whataburger is a superior fast food chain to In-N-Out,

-How much James loves and misses us already.

You can subscribe to this podcast on iTunes, BlogTalkRadio or your favorite podcast app by searching for "The Catbird Speaks."]]>3173baseball prospectus,chicago white sox,james fegan,spring training,the athleticfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-catbird-speaks-2-6-17-talking-prospects-with-jeff-paternostro--17172517
-Whether or not Reynaldo Lopez, Carson Fulmer, and other top pitching prospects are likely to be starters or relievers.

-Zack Collins' bat, and his chances of sticking at catcher

-Yoan Moncada's best position and whether or not he's destined for stardom

-The White Sox U25 list and how he'd rank Moncada with the likes of Carlos Rodon and Tim Anderson

This podcast is available for subscription on iTunes and Blog Talk Radio by searching "The Catbird Speaks"]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2017/02/06/the-catbird-speaks-2617--talking-prospects-with-jeff-paternostroMon, 06 Feb 2017 08:00:00 +0000Bret SayreCollin Whitchurch and Nick Schaefer welcome Baseball Prospectus Senior Prospect Writer Jeff Paternostro to talk about the White Sox Top 10 prospects. Among the topics: -Whether or not Reynaldo Lopez, Carson Fulmer, and other top pitching prospects...
-Whether or not Reynaldo Lopez, Carson Fulmer, and other top pitching prospects are likely to be starters or relievers.

-Zack Collins' bat, and his chances of sticking at catcher

-Yoan Moncada's best position and whether or not he's destined for stardom

-The White Sox U25 list and how he'd rank Moncada with the likes of Carlos Rodon and Tim Anderson

This podcast is available for subscription on iTunes and Blog Talk Radio by searching "The Catbird Speaks"]]>2049baseball prospectus,chicago white sox,jeff paternostro,lucas giolito,yoan moncadafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-catbird-speaks-1-30-16-silent-sql-queries--17172519
--Excitement for the new prospect arms

--Awkwardness for Jose Quintana and Todd Frazier

--Tim Anderson's extreme confidence

--Hope for Zack Collins at catcher

--Rick Hahn's long-term rebuilding vision

--Ceviche pedantry!

This podcast is available for subscription on iTunes and Blog Talk Radio by searching "The Catbird Speaks"]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2017/01/30/the-catbird-speaks-13016--silent-sql-queriesMon, 30 Jan 2017 06:00:00 +0000Bret SayreJames is fresh from visiting SoxFest for his new work with The Athletic Chicago, and delights his friends Nick Schaefer, Frank Firke and Mark Primiano with tales of what the White Sox are saying about their state of affairs. --Excitement for the new...
--Excitement for the new prospect arms

--Awkwardness for Jose Quintana and Todd Frazier

--Tim Anderson's extreme confidence

--Hope for Zack Collins at catcher

--Rick Hahn's long-term rebuilding vision

--Ceviche pedantry!

This podcast is available for subscription on iTunes and Blog Talk Radio by searching "The Catbird Speaks"]]>4570chicago white sox,jose quintana,tim anderson,todd frazier,zack collinsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-catbird-speaks-1-16-17-rymer-slimer-or-leury-slurry--17172523
--Look at all these big-time prospects

--Who makes a deal for Quintana? (Rockies? Pirates? Astros? Yankees? Braves? Mets?)

--Some actual trade rumor info

--Where are Frazier and Lawrie going to go?

--When will this prospect bounty make it to the majors?

--The Mariners look bad

--Reacting to James' bad jokes

--2017 White Sox win total

Remember that there are two ways to subscribe, by searching for "The Catbird Speaks" either on iTunes or on BlogTalkRadio.com. Also keep an eye on the 'podcasts' tab on the BP South Side home page. ]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2017/01/16/the-catbird-speaks-11617--rymer-slimer-or-leury-slurryMon, 16 Jan 2017 11:00:00 +0000Bret SayreJames Fegan, Mark Primiano and Nick Schaefer broke the incredibly long drought of The Catbird Speaks recordings this weekend with the first episode since the White Sox teardown began in earnest. This episode finds the staff acclimating to the new Sox...
--Look at all these big-time prospects

--Who makes a deal for Quintana? (Rockies? Pirates? Astros? Yankees? Braves? Mets?)

--Some actual trade rumor info

--Where are Frazier and Lawrie going to go?

--When will this prospect bounty make it to the majors?

--The Mariners look bad

--Reacting to James' bad jokes

--2017 White Sox win total

Remember that there are two ways to subscribe, by searching for "The Catbird Speaks" either on iTunes or on BlogTalkRadio.com. Also keep an eye on the 'podcasts' tab on the BP South Side home page. ]]>4558chicago white sox,chris sale,jose quintana,trade rumors,tradesfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-catbird-speaks-11-30-16-waiting-for-death--17172520
--Will Chris Sale get traded? How long will it take? Can they rebuild without dealing Sale?

--What about one-year rentals for Todd Frazier and Melky Cabrera? When do the Sox get moving on that?

--If the Sox don't move Sale, do they roll the dice on winning in 2017 without making any effort to improve?

--Can Jose Abreu get traded in this market?

--What if the Sox keep Jose Quintana? Can they build around him?]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2016/11/30/the-catbird-speaks-113016--waiting-for-deathWed, 30 Nov 2016 17:00:00 +0000Bret SayreThe gang of James Fegan, Ethan Spalding, Collin Whitchurch and Mark Primiano gather together to once again ponder the seemingly immiment but possibly never happening White Sox rebuild. --Will Chris Sale get traded? How long will it take? Can they...
--Will Chris Sale get traded? How long will it take? Can they rebuild without dealing Sale?

--What about one-year rentals for Todd Frazier and Melky Cabrera? When do the Sox get moving on that?

--If the Sox don't move Sale, do they roll the dice on winning in 2017 without making any effort to improve?

--Can Jose Abreu get traded in this market?

--What if the Sox keep Jose Quintana? Can they build around him?]]>4292chicago white sox,chris sale,jose abreu,jose quintana,rick hahnfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-catbird-speaks-10-28-16-the-offseason-plan--17172521
Or actually, they spent most of the podcast discussing the BP South Side Offseason Plan, a simple $140 million path to winning in 2017. ]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2016/10/28/the-catbird-speaks-102816--the-offseason-planFri, 28 Oct 2016 10:00:00 +0000Bret SayreJames Fegan and Collin Whitchurch gathered together to discuss the most important and shocking news that the White Sox world has to offer, such as Adam Eaton being a Gold Glove finalist and James Shields opting into the last two seasons of his...
Or actually, they spent most of the podcast discussing the BP South Side Offseason Plan, a simple $140 million path to winning in 2017. ]]>3676chicago white sox,david robertson,dexter fowler,pedro alvarez,steve pearcefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-catbird-speaks-10-9-16-the-only-rule-is-the-season-has-to-end-on-time--17172522
--What was with all the weird machinations put in place just for Robin to step down?

--Rick Renteria should be good, right?

--The Sox are probably not rebuilding

--Notable White Sox in the playoffs]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2016/10/08/the-catbird-speaks-10916--the-only-rule-is-the-season-has-to-end-on-timeSat, 08 Oct 2016 10:00:00 +0000Bret SayreIt's playoff time, baby! That means the BP South Side gang is gathering around to talk about something else, because the White Sox are done for the year. James Fegan, Nick Schaefer and Frank Firke gathered together to discuss: --What was with all the...
--What was with all the weird machinations put in place just for Robin to step down?

--Rick Renteria should be good, right?

--The Sox are probably not rebuilding

--Notable White Sox in the playoffs]]>3370chicago white sox,chris sale,rick hahn,rick renteria,robin venturafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-catbird-speaks-9-28-16-we-will-not-be-ruled-by-fatalism--17172525
--Anxiety about a possible Sale departure

--Managing the Tyler Saladino-Brett Lawrie situation

--Possible free agent targets

--Why trading Sale or Quintana but not both doesn't make sense

--Can the Sox ever break out of the middle?

 

Subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or Blog Talk Radio by searching "The Catbird Speaks."]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2016/09/28/the-catbird-speaks-92816--we-will-not-be-ruled-by-fatalismWed, 28 Sep 2016 10:00:00 +0000Bret SayreMark and James gathered together for a near-end of season podcast on the also-ran 2016 White Sox. Items of fun and uplifting discussion include: --Anxiety about a possible Sale departure --Managing the Tyler Saladino-Brett Lawrie situation...
--Anxiety about a possible Sale departure

--Managing the Tyler Saladino-Brett Lawrie situation

--Possible free agent targets

--Why trading Sale or Quintana but not both doesn't make sense

--Can the Sox ever break out of the middle?

 

Subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or Blog Talk Radio by searching "The Catbird Speaks."]]>3508carlos rodon,chicago white sox,chris sale,jose quintana,rick hahnfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-catbird-speaks-9-23-16-the-end-is-near--17172526
 ]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2016/09/23/the-catbird-speaks-92316--the-end-is-nearFri, 23 Sep 2016 12:00:00 +0000Bret SayreJames, Collin, and Matt get together for a late night discussion about what's even left to care about with the 2016 White Sox. There are complaints, expressions of sorrow, and James borrows from the greats of literature to express just how deep the...
 ]]>3474white soxtruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-catbird-speaks-9-11-16-why-watch-the-white-sox--17172527
--Carlos Rodon's ascent to becoming one of the best starters in the AL

--Chris Sale's bid for the AL Cy Young

--Tim Anderson being good

--A suprise cameo from BP's own Mauricio Rubio to talk about Sox prospects

--Todd Frazier's weird season

--Jose Abreu's recovery

--FRANK THOMAS WAS LITERALLY PERFECT, YOU JACKALS

 

Subscribe to The Catbird Speaks on iTunes or BlogTalk Radio and follow @BPSouthSide on Twitter.]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2016/09/11/the-catbird-speaks-91116--why-watch-the-white-soxSun, 11 Sep 2016 06:30:00 +0000Bret SayreEthan Spalding and James Fegan gathered on a fine September weekend in Chicago to discuss what's left to enjoy about the dog days of the White Sox season. They settled on: --Carlos Rodon's ascent to becoming one of the best starters in the AL...
--Carlos Rodon's ascent to becoming one of the best starters in the AL

--Chris Sale's bid for the AL Cy Young

--Tim Anderson being good

--A suprise cameo from BP's own Mauricio Rubio to talk about Sox prospects

--Todd Frazier's weird season

--Jose Abreu's recovery

--FRANK THOMAS WAS LITERALLY PERFECT, YOU JACKALS

 

Subscribe to The Catbird Speaks on iTunes or BlogTalk Radio and follow @BPSouthSide on Twitter.]]>4728carlos rodon,chicago white sox,chris sale,frank thomas,tim andersonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-catbird-speaks-8-31-16-late-nights-with-craig--17172529
Topics for this spirited affair include:

--Tim Anderson

--How does a prospect like Anderson compare to a prospect like Carlos Rodon?

--How do you build the next White Sox contender?

--What will the White Sox do instead of that?

--Comparing the Sox to the Dodgers, a team that acutally competed while strengthening their depth

--25 Tim Andersons

 

This podcast can be subscribed to on iTunes or on Blog Talk Radio. Just search for "The Catbird Speaks"]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2016/08/31/the-catbird-speaks-83116--late-nights-with-craigWed, 31 Aug 2016 12:00:00 +0000Bret SayreEthan Spalding and James Fegan are joined by Baseball Prospectus' Minor League Editor Craig Goldstein for a late night cast discussing the future of the White Sox, as the present is not worth discussing (per usual). Topics for this spirited affair...
Topics for this spirited affair include:

--Tim Anderson

--How does a prospect like Anderson compare to a prospect like Carlos Rodon?

--How do you build the next White Sox contender?

--What will the White Sox do instead of that?

--Comparing the Sox to the Dodgers, a team that acutally competed while strengthening their depth

--25 Tim Andersons

 

This podcast can be subscribed to on iTunes or on Blog Talk Radio. Just search for "The Catbird Speaks"]]>4086carlos rodon,chicago white sox,chris sale,jose quintana,tim andersontruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-catbird-speaks-7-31-16-this-could-wind-up-like-a-911-call--17172540
-How can we know what the Sox are doing for next year, if we don't understand what they did this year?

-Compete in 2017 or total rebuild?

-Will the Sox spend to make this a competitive club?

-How much are Jose Abreu and Carlos Rodon to blame for sinking 2016?

-Much more!

 

This podcast can be found on iTunes and Blog Talk Radio by searching "The Catbird Speaks"]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2016/07/31/the-catbird-speaks-73116--this-could-wind-up-like-a-911-callSun, 31 Jul 2016 13:00:00 +0000Bret SayreNick Schaefer and James Fegan sat down to discuss the White Sox in the midst of trade deadline madness and a bizarre game against the Twins. Nothing happened and Chris Sale wasn't traded while they reacted and started screaming in real time. -How can...
-How can we know what the Sox are doing for next year, if we don't understand what they did this year?

-Compete in 2017 or total rebuild?

-Will the Sox spend to make this a competitive club?

-How much are Jose Abreu and Carlos Rodon to blame for sinking 2016?

-Much more!

 

This podcast can be found on iTunes and Blog Talk Radio by searching "The Catbird Speaks"]]>4521falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-catbird-speaks-7-14-16-the-theoretical-white-sox-deli--17172536
--Do they still have playoff hopes?

--Should they buy at the deadline?

--Why the moves they didn't make are responsible for putting them here

--Should they keep their core together going forward?

--What did their draft accomplish? Was it worth sitting out of most free agency?

--Will James' bird feeder survive in this rainstorm?

 

Subscribe to this podcast by searching for "The Catbird Speaks" on iTunes or Blog Talk Radio]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2016/07/14/the-catbird-speaks-71416--the-theoretical-white-sox-deliThu, 14 Jul 2016 06:30:00 +0000Bret SayreNick and James sit down and gab forever about where the White Sox stand at the All-Star break. --Do they still have playoff hopes? --Should they buy at the deadline? --Why the moves they didn't make are responsible for putting them here --Should...
--Do they still have playoff hopes?

--Should they buy at the deadline?

--Why the moves they didn't make are responsible for putting them here

--Should they keep their core together going forward?

--What did their draft accomplish? Was it worth sitting out of most free agency?

--Will James' bird feeder survive in this rainstorm?

 

Subscribe to this podcast by searching for "The Catbird Speaks" on iTunes or Blog Talk Radio]]>5752avisail garcia,chicago white sox,chris sale,jose quintana,podcastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-catbird-speaks-6-28-16-are-the-white-sox-buyers--17172533
In between that:

-Is all hope lost of catching the Indians in the AL Central?

-Are the White Sox close enough to a playoff spot to justify trying to patch their many holes?

-Are they really going to keep playing J.B Shuck all the time?

-Tim Anderson is pretty fun, right?

-Carlos Rodon is striking a lot of people out

-Darin Erstad. What was that all about?

-Is the White Sox front office good? Bad? Too middling to overcome other problems?

This podcast is available on iTunes by searching "The Catbird Speaks" and contains explicit language.]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2016/06/28/the-catbird-speaks-62816--are-the-white-sox-buyersTue, 28 Jun 2016 07:00:00 +0000Bret SayreThis episode contains a fun game inside the game for listeners: guess what Ethan said during the dead spots that merited deletion? In between that: -Is all hope lost of catching the Indians in the AL Central? -Are the White Sox close enough to a...
In between that:

-Is all hope lost of catching the Indians in the AL Central?

-Are the White Sox close enough to a playoff spot to justify trying to patch their many holes?

-Are they really going to keep playing J.B Shuck all the time?

-Tim Anderson is pretty fun, right?

-Carlos Rodon is striking a lot of people out

-Darin Erstad. What was that all about?

-Is the White Sox front office good? Bad? Too middling to overcome other problems?

This podcast is available on iTunes by searching "The Catbird Speaks" and contains explicit language.]]>3460carlos rodon,chicago white sox,j.b. shuck,tim anderson,trade deadlinetruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-catbird-speaks-6-6-16-this-is-not-safe-for-anyone-s-work--17172535
Listen to enjoy the following segments:

--Assessment of the White Sox current awfulness

--Ideas for fixing the current awfulness

--James getting increasingly dismayed by the Jamaican National Team losing a soccer game

--Guessing what thing Ethan said about ownership that James felt the need to edit out

--Mauricio previews Thursday's MLB Amateur Draft

--The trio discusses the James Shields trade

--Ethan makes an insane trade proposal for Jhonny Peralta

--Much, much more

Find our podcast on iTunes by searching "The Catbird Speaks" or follow us on Blog Talk Radio.

 ]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2016/06/06/the-catbird-speaks-6616--this-is-not-safe-for-anyones-workMon, 06 Jun 2016 06:30:00 +0000Bret SayreFriend of the blog and prospect evaluator for 2080 Baseball Mauricio Rubio joined James and Ethan Sunday for a very profane and candid podcast not to be listened to in polite company. Listen to enjoy the following segments: --Assessment of the White...
Listen to enjoy the following segments:

--Assessment of the White Sox current awfulness

--Ideas for fixing the current awfulness

--James getting increasingly dismayed by the Jamaican National Team losing a soccer game

--Guessing what thing Ethan said about ownership that James felt the need to edit out

--Mauricio previews Thursday's MLB Amateur Draft

--The trio discusses the James Shields trade

--Ethan makes an insane trade proposal for Jhonny Peralta

--Much, much more

Find our podcast on iTunes by searching "The Catbird Speaks" or follow us on Blog Talk Radio.

 ]]>4095avisail garcia,chicago white sox,james shields,mlb amatuer draft,tim andersonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-catbird-speaks-5-18-16-maintenance-for-a-contender--17172532
--Trash all of the other AL Central contenders

--Wonder aloud what's up with Jose Abreu

--Discuss whether the Sox will seek rotation help or bats in the trade market

--Deal with the ups and downs of Carlos Rodon

-Much, much more]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2016/05/18/the-catbird-speaks-51816--maintenance-for-a-contenderWed, 18 May 2016 11:00:00 +0000Bret SayreMid-May finds the White Sox and our hosts in a strange place: the Sox are in first place and all there is to talk about is how they keep an excellent start to the season going. With the wind at their backs, Nick, Collin and James take out time to:...
--Trash all of the other AL Central contenders

--Wonder aloud what's up with Jose Abreu

--Discuss whether the Sox will seek rotation help or bats in the trade market

--Deal with the ups and downs of Carlos Rodon

-Much, much more]]>2817al central,avisail garcia,carlos rodon,chicago white sox,jose abreufalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-catbird-speaks-white-sox-are-5-2--17172543
--Aces Wild (Syndergaard, Strasburg, Sale)

--The Twins are 0-7!

--Coping with Avisail]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2016/04/13/the-catbird-speaks-white-sox-are-5-2Wed, 13 Apr 2016 19:00:00 +0000Bret Sayre--Chatting about some of the new bats (Jackson, Rollins) --Aces Wild (Syndergaard, Strasburg, Sale) --The Twins are 0-7! --Coping with Avisail
--Aces Wild (Syndergaard, Strasburg, Sale)

--The Twins are 0-7!

--Coping with Avisail]]>5633baseball prospectus,chris sale,mlb,twins,white soxtruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cleveland-indians-preview-podcast--17172538http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2016/04/07/cleveland-indians-preview-podcastThu, 07 Apr 2016 10:30:00 +0000Bret SayreJames & Matt talk with Jason Lukehart of Let's Go Tribe to get a better look at the 2016 Cleveland Indians and preview the upcoming series.2488baseball,indians,white soxtruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-catbird-speaks-oakland-a-s-opening-day-preview--17172539
--What will the A's do v. what should the A's do?

--Sonny Gray v. Chris Sale

--Marcus Semien, Chris Bassitt, and the Former White Sox Backup Singers

--Frank Thomas destroying the Twins]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2016/04/04/the-catbird-speaks-oakland-as-opening-day-previewMon, 04 Apr 2016 07:30:00 +0000Bret SayreFangraphs' David Wiers drops by to talk about the A's and White Sox in advance of the beginning of the season. --What will the A's do v. what should the A's do? --Sonny Gray v. Chris Sale --Marcus Semien, Chris Bassitt, and the Former White Sox...
--What will the A's do v. what should the A's do?

--Sonny Gray v. Chris Sale

--Marcus Semien, Chris Bassitt, and the Former White Sox Backup Singers

--Frank Thomas destroying the Twins]]>2678athletics,baseball,white soxtruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-catbird-speaks-an-opening-day-without-gordon-beckham--17172541The Final Roster Spot Minor Roster MovesJason Benetti Broadcasts Avisail Garcia's Virtues Josh Field's Collegiate Accomplishments Jeff Samardzija's Likability
 ]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2016/03/31/the-catbird-speaks-an-opening-day-without-gordon-beckhamThu, 31 Mar 2016 10:00:00 +0000Bret SayreJames, Ethan, Mark, and Matt discuss the final days of spring as the 2016 season approaches. Topics include: The Final Roster Spot Minor Roster MovesJason Benetti Broadcasts Avisail Garcia's Virtues Josh Field's Collegiate Accomplishments Jeff...The Final Roster Spot Minor Roster MovesJason Benetti Broadcasts Avisail Garcia's Virtues Josh Field's Collegiate Accomplishments Jeff Samardzija's Likability
 ]]>2631baseball,white soxtruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/there-is-no-dh--17172544How will the void left by Adam LaRoche be filled?Can a trade happen?Do left handed batters exist and can the White Sox get one?Can Mat Latos do anything to not win the rotation spot?Jimmy Rollins or Tyler Saladino?Avisail Garcia or...anybody?
 ]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2016/03/23/there-is-no-dhWed, 23 Mar 2016 11:30:00 +0000Bret SayreJames, Nick, and Matt have a chat, and ask questions which include the following: How will the void left by Adam LaRoche be filled?Can a trade happen?Do left handed batters exist and can the White Sox get one?Can Mat Latos do anything to not win the...How will the void left by Adam LaRoche be filled?Can a trade happen?Do left handed batters exist and can the White Sox get one?Can Mat Latos do anything to not win the rotation spot?Jimmy Rollins or Tyler Saladino?Avisail Garcia or...anybody?
 ]]>3135baseball,white soxtruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-catbird-speaks-2-23-16-the-jimmy-rollins-signing-is-very-nsfw--17172609
One could take similar themes from this episode of The Catbird Speaks, where James, Nick and Ethan are joined by Mauricio Rubio from 2080 Baseball, and quickly devolve into profane, paranoid and embittered ramblings about White Sox and Cubs Twitter, the worst White Sox players they have ever seen hung out to dry, and ridiculous inside jokes that should definitely not be immortalized in a podcast. But also:–Discussion of the Jimmy Rollins signing and what it means [...]]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2016/02/23/the-catbird-speaks-22316-the-jimmy-rollins-signing-is-very-nsfwTue, 23 Feb 2016 06:27:20 +0000Bret SayreKanye West recently released an album that could be described even by his own most devoted fans as a willful mess. At turns profound and serene but also shockingly base and crude, its discordance reflects an artist who is both dealing with significant...
One could take similar themes from this episode of The Catbird Speaks, where James, Nick and Ethan are joined by Mauricio Rubio from 2080 Baseball, and quickly devolve into profane, paranoid and embittered ramblings about White Sox and Cubs Twitter, the worst White Sox players they have ever seen hung out to dry, and ridiculous inside jokes that should definitely not be immortalized in a podcast. But also:–Discussion of the Jimmy Rollins signing and what it means [...]]]>5035falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-catbird-speaks-sox-fest-wrap-up--17172567http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2016/02/04/the-catbird-speaks-sox-fest-wrap-upThu, 04 Feb 2016 06:57:31 +0000Bret SayreJames and Matt accompany Cat Garcia as she shares some highlights from the weekend’s festivities. 2016 plans, positional black holes, and the oddity that is Don Cooper are all touched upon in one of the least depressing episodes to date.2856falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-catbird-speaks-2-3-16--17172545
–The merits of Dexter Fowler–The downside of Andre Ethier–The case for simply sticking with Tyler Saladino at this juncture–Even if Rick Hahn is good, it doesn’t make missing out on all the free agent outfielders not bad–What the White Sox are great at, balanced by their struggles–Looking forward to losing in the ALCS]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2016/02/03/the-catbird-speaks-2316Wed, 03 Feb 2016 03:01:05 +0000Bret SayreNick & James gathered together (all two of them!) to discuss the frustratingly slow offseason. Topics include: –The merits of Dexter Fowler–The downside of Andre Ethier–The case for simply sticking with Tyler Saladino at this juncture–Even if Rick...
–The merits of Dexter Fowler–The downside of Andre Ethier–The case for simply sticking with Tyler Saladino at this juncture–Even if Rick Hahn is good, it doesn’t make missing out on all the free agent outfielders not bad–What the White Sox are great at, balanced by their struggles–Looking forward to losing in the ALCS]]>4789falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-catbird-speaks-avisail-lament--17172550http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2016/01/29/the-catbird-speaks-avisail-lamentFri, 29 Jan 2016 07:14:20 +0000Bret SayrePoor sound quality sets the tone for James, Ethan, and Matt to wonder just what the White Sox plan is to keep Avisail Garcia from being the everyday right fielder in 2016.2942falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-catbird-speaks-1-12-16-free-agent-market-conspiracy-theories--17172548http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2016/01/12/the-catbird-speaks-11216--free-agent-market-conspiracy-theoriesTue, 12 Jan 2016 05:37:35 +0000Bret SayreNick, Ethan and James gathered together to try to piece together what on Earth is happening, or is not happening in the markets for Justin Upton and Yoenis Cespedes. There are no tangible answers, so things get existential quickly.4515falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-catbird-speaks-11-18-15--17172547
Topics include:–Wow, Frank Thomas was really good–The 2015 free agent class is a rare opportunity the Sox might miss–How much could the Sox do to improve the offense through trading their pitchers?–What are the hopes for returning players?–Reinsdorf bitterness–Much more!]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2015/11/18/the-catbird-speaks-111815Wed, 18 Nov 2015 06:08:52 +0000Bret SayreMatt, James and Ethan got together to discuss what’s likely to be a disappointing offseason to be pre-disappointed about the state of the White Sox Topics include:–Wow, Frank Thomas was really good–The 2015 free agent class is a rare opportunity the...
Topics include:–Wow, Frank Thomas was really good–The 2015 free agent class is a rare opportunity the Sox might miss–How much could the Sox do to improve the offense through trading their pitchers?–What are the hopes for returning players?–Reinsdorf bitterness–Much more!]]>3664falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-catbird-speaks-11-8-15--17172551
–The White Sox offseason, obviously–Will it be active?–What did Rick Hahn say…about the offseason–Can the White Sox be conservative and blame their lack of revenue with a straight face? (James has an opinion on this)–The Sox should hire Rick Renteria to be their bench coach–Various free agency speculation]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2015/11/08/the-catbird-speaks-11815Sun, 08 Nov 2015 05:33:14 +0000Bret SayreInterrupting an otherwise blissful Saturday, James Fegan, Ethan Spadling, Collin Whitchurch and briefly Nick Schaefer gathered hopefully at the beginning of an active White Sox offseason to discuss well… –The White Sox offseason, obviously–Will it be...
–The White Sox offseason, obviously–Will it be active?–What did Rick Hahn say…about the offseason–Can the White Sox be conservative and blame their lack of revenue with a straight face? (James has an opinion on this)–The Sox should hire Rick Renteria to be their bench coach–Various free agency speculation]]>4017falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-catbird-speaks-10-27-15-the-world-series--17172549
–Why we are too bitter to be too excited about this anniversary–Where we were during the 2005 playoffs–How the White Sox loyalty to ‘05 players and legacy dulls the novelty of looking back now–Do we have any outlook on the World Series save for Royals-hatred?–Offseason pining for Jason Heyward and Justin Upton–Reports that the White Sox are looking for third base help]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2015/10/27/the-catbird-speaks-102715--the-world-seriesTue, 27 Oct 2015 05:49:07 +0000Bret SayreCatbird Seat dudes Matt Adams, Nick Schaefer, Ethan Spalding and James Fegan gathered on the eve of the World Series and 10th anniversary of the White Sox winning the 2005 World Series. On this occasion, the topics included: –Why we are too bitter to...
–Why we are too bitter to be too excited about this anniversary–Where we were during the 2005 playoffs–How the White Sox loyalty to ‘05 players and legacy dulls the novelty of looking back now–Do we have any outlook on the World Series save for Royals-hatred?–Offseason pining for Jason Heyward and Justin Upton–Reports that the White Sox are looking for third base help]]>4481falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-catbird-speaks-10-6-15-that-awful-season-is-finally-over--17172554
–Addressed the free agent disappointments of 2015–Lamented just how awful the offense was–Wondered how much appetite for offseason spending there will still be after this mess–Reviewed the half-measure of the Mark Parent firing–Weeped over Buehrle–Discussed Hawk Harrelson’s departure–Celebrated when Ethan’s chicken wing delivery arrived.]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2015/10/06/the-catbird-speaks-10615--that-awful-season-is-finally-overTue, 06 Oct 2015 05:23:42 +0000Bret SayreMatt, Ethan and James got together to commiserate after a long and awful 2015 White Sox season. In a wide-ranging mope session, the guys: –Addressed the free agent disappointments of 2015–Lamented just how awful the offense was–Wondered how much...
–Addressed the free agent disappointments of 2015–Lamented just how awful the offense was–Wondered how much appetite for offseason spending there will still be after this mess–Reviewed the half-measure of the Mark Parent firing–Weeped over Buehrle–Discussed Hawk Harrelson’s departure–Celebrated when Ethan’s chicken wing delivery arrived.]]>4844falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-catbird-speaks-9-29-15-the-saddest-trip-down-memory-lane--17172552
In this episode:–James aggressively slanders Mau’s soccer allegiances–The trio bemoans the failures of the 2015 White Sox, both the multiple holes in the lineup and Jeff Samardzija’s lost stuff.–Look long and hard about the future role of Trayce Thompson–Look longer and harder at Avisail Garcia–Peruse offseason options that the Sox won’t pay for, and some they might!–Slobber over Carlos Rodon a bit–Give minimal thought to Erik Johnson–React in horror real time to the Stephen Piscotty injury–Are haunted by the ghosts of White Sox past]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2015/09/29/the-catbird-speaks-92915--the-saddest-trip-down-memory-laneTue, 29 Sep 2015 04:10:39 +0000Bret SayreFor the third time this season, Baseball Prospectus’ Mau Rubio joined Ethan Spalding and James under the guise of evaluating young players in the White Sox organization, only to have things spiral into complete madness.  In this episode:–James...
In this episode:–James aggressively slanders Mau’s soccer allegiances–The trio bemoans the failures of the 2015 White Sox, both the multiple holes in the lineup and Jeff Samardzija’s lost stuff.–Look long and hard about the future role of Trayce Thompson–Look longer and harder at Avisail Garcia–Peruse offseason options that the Sox won’t pay for, and some they might!–Slobber over Carlos Rodon a bit–Give minimal thought to Erik Johnson–React in horror real time to the Stephen Piscotty injury–Are haunted by the ghosts of White Sox past]]>5007falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-catbird-speaks-9-21-15-the-dog-days-of-september--17172572–Wha’s going to happen if Trayce keeps outplaying Avisail?
–Jeff Samardzija and the QO; is there any chance he would possibly accept? Would it be the end of the world?
< [...]]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2015/09/21/the-catbird-speaks-92115--the-dog-days-of-septemberMon, 21 Sep 2015 05:10:35 +0000Bret SayreThe season’s almost over and the White Sox are wasting away their final days, so Nick and James got together to discuss, well, mostly the offseason and how to fix this swiss cheese roster, but also what major things there are still to watch. –Wha’s...–Wha’s going to happen if Trayce keeps outplaying Avisail?
–Jeff Samardzija and the QO; is there any chance he would possibly accept? Would it be the end of the world?
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-Only so much Samardzija left!-Carlos Rodon and Erik Johnson could be the future of the new Sox rotation that is waiting for an offense to back it up.-How will the Sox upgrade at third, second, right field, DH, etc? Beyond Mike Olt, that is? Is Adam LaRoche ever hitting again?-Does Avisail have a future in the Sox core?Join James Fegan, Matt Adams and Ethan Spalding as they update the state of the White Sox]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2015/09/11/the-catbird-speaks-91115--just-half-a-lineup-awayFri, 11 Sep 2015 05:14:59 +0000Bret SayreIt’s the dog days of September, and the White Sox are in the middle of their regularly-scheduled playing out the string, which means: -Only so much Samardzija left!-Carlos Rodon and Erik Johnson could be the future of the new Sox rotation that is...
-Only so much Samardzija left!-Carlos Rodon and Erik Johnson could be the future of the new Sox rotation that is waiting for an offense to back it up.-How will the Sox upgrade at third, second, right field, DH, etc? Beyond Mike Olt, that is? Is Adam LaRoche ever hitting again?-Does Avisail have a future in the Sox core?Join James Fegan, Matt Adams and Ethan Spalding as they update the state of the White Sox]]>4014falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-catbird-speaks-this-is-such-a-limbo-season--17172553http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2015/08/24/the-catbird-speaks-this-is-such-a-limbo-seasonMon, 24 Aug 2015 04:44:36 +0000Bret SayreNick and Matt chat about the weekend’s series in Seattle, as well as things that they’d like to see moving through the rest of the 2015 season.3477falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-chicago-baseball-special--17172557http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2015/08/14/the-chicago-baseball-specialFri, 14 Aug 2015 07:33:38 +0000Bret SayreCat Garcia of BP Wrigleyville joins James, Nick, and Matt to discuss Chicago baseball as the White Sox prepare to face off against the crosstown Cubs for a weekend series.4174falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/so-the-white-sox-are-done--17172555http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2015/08/07/so-the-white-sox-are-doneFri, 07 Aug 2015 06:33:17 +0000Bret SayreJames, Collin, and Matt accept the mortality of the 2015 White Sox following a brief flirtation with hope. Some streaking players, some plummeting players, some players that may still be candidates for the waiver trade deadline are discussed along...3424falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-catbird-speaks-7-21-15-what-do-we-do-with-the-rest-of-the-year--17172559
Ethan, Nick and James got together to review the trouble on display this past weekend, and look at what lies ahead now that everyone understands the Sox playoff dreams are dashed.–Full playing time for Tyler Saladino? Keeping watching Avisail Garcia spiral down? When do we see Erik Johnson already?–Is trading Samardzija the only move the Sox have at the deadline? Would trading Jose Quintana be more likely to bring back a real bat?–What is the future for the so-called “three-year window?”]]>http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2015/07/21/the-catbird-speaks-72115--what-do-we-do-with-the-rest-of-the-yearTue, 21 Jul 2015 05:27:35 +0000Bret SayreThe Sox killed off the last traces of their optimism with a bad series against Kansas City, where their putrid offense, awful baserunning and shaky managing were all on full display. Ethan, Nick and James got together to review the trouble on display...
Ethan, Nick and James got together to review the trouble on display this past weekend, and look at what lies ahead now that everyone understands the Sox playoff dreams are dashed.–Full playing time for Tyler Saladino? Keeping watching Avisail Garcia spiral down? When do we see Erik Johnson already?–Is trading Samardzija the only move the Sox have at the deadline? Would trading Jose Quintana be more likely to bring back a real bat?–What is the future for the so-called “three-year window?”]]>3820falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-catbird-speaks-are-you-trying-to-make-everyone-who-listens-to-this-depressed--17172558http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2015/07/10/the-catbird-speaks-are-you-trying-to-make-everyone-who-listens-to-this-depressedFri, 10 Jul 2015 06:05:25 +0000Bret SayreMark Primiano joins James and Matt to talk about the White Sox hot stretch and what to expect moving forward. Also: Horse talk!2602falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/maybe-we-ve-been-damaged-more-than-we-realize--17172562http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2015/07/04/maybe-weve-been-damaged-more-than-we-realizeSat, 04 Jul 2015 20:57:51 +0000Bret SayreJames and Matt get together to discuss whether or not the White Sox can even expect much in return for any of their players in a trade. Also covered: Carson Fullmer signing, international signings, Chris Sale excellence, and Matt accuses James of...3582falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/you-re-not-even-trying-to-win-anymore--17172575http://www.blogtalkradio.com/thecatbirdspeaks/2015/06/29/youre-not-even-trying-to-win-anymoreMon, 29 Jun 2015 05:32:05 +0000Bret SayreNick and Matt get together following another deflating White Sox loss to talk about trade potential, the problem with White Sox position players, and do some old fashion complaining about the Manager.4765falsefull