Locked On White Sox - Daily Podcast On The Chicago White Sox

• No need to criticize the White Sox minor additions, but BLAST ownership for lack of BIG moves

  The Chicago White Sox face mounting frustration as big-ticket signings pass them by. Is ownership’s reluctance to make major moves sabotaging their rebuild chances? Recent offseasons have seen the Sox limited to waiver wire pickups and bargain signings, while coveted stars like Pete Alonso and Cody Bellinger land elsewhere. Trade talks with the New York Mets stall as financial inflexibility impacts possible deals involving Luis Robert Jr.Host Todd Welter breaks down the White Sox’s “minor move mindset.” He also goes over the weekend bottom-of-the-market acquisitions of pitcher Ryan Rolison and infielder Oliver Dunn, along with Tim Elko coming back on a minor-league deal.Todd also weighs in on Caleb Bonemer’s ascent as the organization’s top prospect according to Baseball Prospectus and the changing landscape of the farm system.0:00 — Minor Moves vs. Major MovesHost Todd Welter opens the show discussing the White Sox’s tendency to make minor additions, arguing that while every team shops the bargain bin, frustration over the lack of big, bold moves is justified—especially given missed opportunities with major free agents.10:42 — Weekend moves madeHost Todd Welter goes over what recently claimed pitcher Ryan Rolison brings to the table along with the White Sox adding Oliver Dunn on a minor-league deal. He also goes over the White Sox doing the right thing by bringing back Tim Elko.18:21 — Prospect Rankings DebateHost Todd Welter pivots to recent prospect lists, notably Baseball Prospectus naming Caleb Bonemer the Sox’s top prospect. He explores differences between major publications and argues the system now features legit top-100 talent, marking significant progress for the franchise.Everydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans.Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclubSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. The NBA and NFL seasons are here, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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• Introducing the Everydayer Club!

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• The Chicago White Sox LANDING MLB Draft Lottery prize makes them a Winter Meetings winner

  Chicago White Sox land the No. 1 pick in the MLB Draft Lottery—could this be the turning point for a rapid rebuild? Also, without making a major signing or trade, does landing the top pick make the team a Winter Meetings winner?Host Todd Welter and Adrian White of FutureSox.net break down what winning the top pick means for the franchise, spotlighting potential draft targets like Roch Cholowsky and creative bonus pool strategies. Is this enough to inject superstar talent and transform the White Sox’s future?Key topics include Rule 5 Draft surprises Jedixson Paez and Alexander Alberto, debates over Luis Robert Jr.’s role, and the front office’s approach under Chris Getz and Mike Shirley. Hear what it’s really like at the Baseball Winter Meetings with insider stories from Adrian White, plus fresh rumors on bullpen moves and trade buzz. Get expert prospect analysis, White Sox draft strategies, and why this winter could set the stage for sustained success on the South Side.0:00 – White Sox Winter Meetings Wins[White Sox lottery win, Rule 5 picks, impact on rebuild, key prospects, bonus pool strategy]9:43 – On-Site at Baseball Winter Meetings[First-hand account from Adrian White, media networking, Rule 5 experience, insider observations, meetings compared to NFL combine]19:49 – Rule 5 Draft Analysis[Breakdown of White Sox Rule 5 picks, player profiles (Jedixson Paez, Alexander Alberto, Jackson Kelly), implications for team depth and rebuild strategy]Everydayer Club  If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. The NBA and NFL seasons are here, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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• It would be WEIRD for White Sox to deal Luis Robert Jr., then turn around and trade for Jake Meyers

  The Chicago White Sox face swirling Luis Robert Jr. trade rumors, with speculation reaching new heights. Could Jake Meyers truly be LRJ’s replacement in center field, and does that make sense for a rebuilding team?The buzz grows around potential moves, while the Padres’ interest in Robert Jr. raises questions about price and timing. Managerial strategy, roster control, and the impact of pricey, oft-injured stars loom large.Host Todd Welter examines trade scenarios, evaluates Meyers’ fit, and questions the White Sox’s priorities amid talk of bullpen spending and Rule 5 Draft gambles. Key topics include the team’s budget strategy, the long-term risk of keeping Robert Jr., and the lack of left-handed power in the lineup. Insights on Dustin May, Pete Fairbanks, and prospect Braden Montgomery round out a packed episode0:00 – Weird LRJ Trade RumorsHost Todd Welter opens the show discussing the confusing direction of Luis Robert Jr. trade rumors, focusing on the possibility (or lack thereof) of a move to the Padres. He critiques how the replacement rumors involving Jake Meyers don't make sense for the White Sox or Astros. This segment analyzes the strategic value (or cost) of such deals and Todd Welter's stance on whether the Sox should trade or extend LRJ.11:33 – Winter Meetings Rumors & Roster MovesShift to an overview of White Sox winter meetings activity, the legitimacy of rumors (Pete Fairbanks, Dustin May, Edgar Quero trades), and potential free agent signings.Todd Welter outlines realistic roster changes, discusses the Rule 5 draft picks, and evaluates organizational approach and potential outcomes.20:39 – Rule 5 Draft & Sox Pitching DepthFinal segment focuses on the White Sox process in the MLB Rule 5 draft, specifically their strategy of picking pitchers.Todd Welter gives his analysis on why these picks are low-risk, highlights recent Sox moves (Shane Smith, Mike Vasil), and addresses the loss of pitching prospect Petty while emphasizing the team's pitching depth. Everydayer Club  If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. The NBA and NFL seasons are here, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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• UNDERWHELMING MOVES: Why the Chicago White Sox Will ADD Unappealing Players to Fill the Roster

  The Chicago White Sox have to fill a few more roster spots. Host Todd Welter and Beefloaf of fromthe108.com discuss how the type of players the White Sox will add to fill those spots probably will not be very appealing.They weigh the merits of roster “fat” versus depth, unraveling which minor additions could actually benefit the lineup and bullpen. The conversation spotlights the futures of core players such as Colson Montgomery, Luis Robert Jr., and Miguel Vargas, while tackling rumors surrounding hot prospects Kyle Teel and Edgar Quero. Bold trade proposals, positional battles, and the question of whether the White Sox can revive careers or build sustainable success fuel the debate. Get exclusive insights into Chris Getz’s rebuilding philosophy, potential three-catcher rotations, and why every move could tip the balance for the White Sox’s next campaign.0:00 – White Sox Roster ConstructionDiscussion kicks off with Todd Welter and Beefloaf examining the types of players the White Sox might use to fill out the roster, including analysis on "roster fat," Pacific Rim signings, option-limit players, and position flexibility.10:05 – Rule 5 Draft & Depth OptionsBeefloaf and Todd Welter break down the upcoming Rule 5 draft, the realistic expectations for picks, pitching depth, positional versatility, and the likelihood of the Sox adding swingmen like Bryce Wilson.14:28 – White Sox Core, Trades & CatchersDeep dive into which players are considered core (short-term vs. long-term), specific prospects, and the Sox’s approach to roster flexibility; followed by a detailed look at trade possibilities (such as Korey Lee for Eduardo Julian), the value of catchers, and the concept of anchoring in trade negotiations.Everydayer Club  If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub  Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. The NBA and NFL seasons are here, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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