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Just Baseball Media — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 07:30:00 GMT

Jacob and Danny talk about the 2026 White Sox Postseason, including the Wild Card series win against the Astros and beyond!

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2026 AL Wild Card Recap: Chicago White Sox advance to ALDS

Foul Territory Network — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 05:46:39 GMT

Summary: After a four-run first inning and Chase Meidroth's backbreaking three-run homer in the sixth inning, the Chicago White Sox win Game 2, 7-3. Now they advance to the American League Division Series to face their division rival, Cleveland.

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ALDS BOUND: White Sox sweep Astros in AL Wild Card Series

Chicago Sports Network — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 05:37:03 GMT

TICKET PUNCHED! Chuck Garfien is joined by CHSN’s Brooke Fletcher and Connor McKnight to celebrate the White Sox advancing to the ALDS with their first postseason series win since 2005. They break down what the series victory means, the wild clubhouse celebration and dive into White Sox’s Game 2 win over Hunter Brown and the Astros.

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Sox Populi Postgame Podcast — White Sox sweep Houston! — 2026-09-30

Sox Populi — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 02:10:00 GMT

To celebrate the first White Sox postseason series win in 21 years, Chrystal O'Keefe, Melissa Sage-Bollenbach, Brian O'Neill and Joe Kiang-Resis joined Brett Ballantini to talk about ... everything but the game?

No, of course we discussed a triumphant Game 2 win, but not before discussing where we all were on Oct. 26, 2005, when the White Sox last won a playoff series; our relative stress levels throughout the win; our MVPs for the game; and early takes on the upcoming ALDS series vs. Cleveland.

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SOX POSTGAME: Chase Meidroth ADVANCES Chicago to ALDS with Win vs Astros! | CHGO White Sox

Sean Anderson, Herb Lawrence, Malachi Hayes — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 01:45:38 GMT

The White Sox ELIMINATE the Astros as Chase Meidroth's clutch home run seals Game 2 victory

Locked On Podcast Network — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 01:15:00 GMT

The Chicago White Sox eliminate the Houston Astros as Chase Meidroth’s clutch home run and late-game heroics spark ALDS celebration. Can this resilient Sox squad ride their momentum past Cleveland in the next round? Host Todd Welter and former host Nick Murawski unpack the White Sox’s electrifying postseason victory, spotlighting Meidroth’s iconic blast, Anthony Kay and Erick Fedde’s shutdown pitching, and Will Venable’s masterful managerial moves.

00:00 White Sox Eliminate Astros
01:19 Key Game Moments & Clutch Meidroth
12:21 Postgame Stars & Managerial Impact
19:43 Turning Point & Series Reflection

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White Sox must STACK playoff wins to keep gaining vital postseason experience for core players

Locked On Podcast Network — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT

The Chicago White Sox seize playoff momentum with a Game 1 victory over the Houston Astros, signaling the start of a potential new era on the South Side. Can this young core, featuring standouts like Hagen Smith, David Sandlin, Sam Antonacci, and Braden Montgomery, fuel a sustained postseason run and build winning habits for the future? Host Todd Welter examines the significance of stacking playoff experience and the emergence of rising stars pitching under pressure.

Key topics include the critical roles of Smith, Sandlin, Grant Taylor, and Noah Schultz on the mound, the offensive spark from Antonacci and Montgomery, and the challenges ahead as the White Sox push for ALDS advancement. The episode ranks iconic postseason home runs, honors Liam Hendriks’ courageous career, and assesses which core players will shape Chicago’s next World Series contender. Can the White Sox establish lasting October success and eliminate the Astros for good?

00:00 White Sox Playoff Goals
Discussion of Game 1 victory, importance of playoff wins and postseason experience for core players.

11:46 Future Core & Mailbag
Mailbag segment: analyzing which current players/minors could form the team's future core; discussion of development, avoiding regression, and reader questions about strategy and player roles.

21:22 Wayback Wednesday
Ranking White Sox postseason home runs vs. Astros, reflections on Liam Hendriks’ career, and discussion on franchise-defining moments.

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Sox Populi Pregame Podcast 14 — ALWC Game 2 — 2026-09-30

Sox Populi — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 05:27:00 GMT

In an alternate dimension, recorded either late on Tuesday or early Wednesday, Melissa Sage-Bollenbach, Joe Kiang-Resis, Leonard Gore, Brett Ballantini and Malachi Hayes sat down to preview Game 2 of the ALWC Series vs. Houston.

Between a vibe check, a list of Game 2 worries and a breakdown of Will Venable's treatment of the serious-opening bullpen game, to a one we felt Houston will be flat and in danger of being swept.

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2026 AL Wild Card Recap: Chicago White Sox win Game 1, 6-3 vs. Houston

Foul Territory Network — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 04:21:55 GMT

Summary: ABC 7 Sports Reporter/Anchor Marshall Harris joins the show to recap the Chicago White Sox's 6-3 Game 1 victory over the Houston Astros in the 2026 American League Wild Card. How the White Sox young players were the story, the impressive pitching performances from Hagen Smith and Grant Taylor, and how manager Will Venable fared in his first playoff game.

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Sox Populi Postgame Podcast 28 - Game 1 ALWC — 2026-09-29

Sox Populi — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 03:16:00 GMT

On the heels of a White Sox 6-3 win in Game 1 of the Wild Card Series vs. the Houston Astros, Melissa Sage-Bollenbach, Brian O'Neill, Hannah Filippo and Joe Kiang-Resis savored the game ... mostly.

We name our MVPs of the win, dissect the opening (successful!) and closing (eh?) stints, and break into a longer discussion of Will Venable's handling of this particular bullpen game.

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White Sox get FIVE-STAR performances in winning Game 1 of the AL Wild Card Round

Locked On Podcast Network — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 01:50:00 GMT

The Chicago White Sox deliver five-star performances to take Game 1 over the Houston Astros. Grant Taylor’s clutch 7-out save, Hagen Smith’s dominant three inning outing, and Jordan Hicks’ electric fastballs kept Houston’s offense at bay, while Sam Antonacci sparked the lineup with key at-bats and savvy baserunning. Can the White Sox sustain this momentum and finally advance in the postseason? Host Todd Welter breaks down the White Sox’s effective bullpen strategy, big moments from Munetaka Murakami, Colson Montgomery’s pivotal home run, and the importance of hitting with runners in scoring position.

Listener reactions spotlight the excitement across White Sox Nation. With eyes already on Game 2 and a potential rematch with the Guardians, is this the start of a new playoff era for the South Siders?

00:00 White Sox Game 1 Stars
10:11 Key Moments & Fan Reactions & Colson Montgomery

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Wild Card Game 1 WIN Recap and Reaction

Just Baseball Media — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 01:42:01 GMT

Elijah Evans and Dylan Barnas react to the a game one WIN by the White Sox in the Wild Card Round against the Astros. They discuss the White Sox offensive approach, pitching decisions, the excellence of Hagen Smith, and much more.

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SOX POSTGAME: Hagen Smith, Sam Antonacci Lead Sox to Game 1 WIN vs Astros! | CHGO White Sox

Sean Anderson, Herb Lawrence — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 01:40:22 GMT

White Sox and Astros' EXPLOSIVE offenses could deliver Wild Card Round’s most ENTERTAINING series

Locked On Podcast Network — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 11:00:00 GMT

The Chicago White Sox and Houston Astros clash in a wildcard showdown fueled by unexpected storylines and explosive offenses. Can Yordan Alvarez and Jeremy Peña ignite the Astros, or will Munetaka Murakami and Miguel Vargas power the resurgent White Sox to postseason glory? Locked on White Sox host Todd Welter, along with Locked on Astros hosts Brett Chancey, and Eric Huysman, examine each team’s biggest x-factors, the chess match between managers, and the unpredictable bullpen strategies shaping this series.

Key discussion points include A.J. Blue Ball’s pivotal Game 1 start, Chicago’s reliance on timely hitting with runners in scoring position, and the momentum swings that could determine who advances. With insights on postseason experience, high-profile rookies, and the impact of lineup depth, this crossover episode sets the stage for one of MLB’s most intriguing wildcard battles. Will the Astros’ October pedigree prevail, or can the White Sox keep their dream season alive?

00:00 Wildcard Series Preview
White Sox vs. Astros matchup breakdown, offensive strengths, and pitching concerns.

10:22 Bullpen Chess Match
Discussion of bullpen strategies, key relievers, pitching decisions, and adjustments for both teams.

20:05 X-Factors & Predictions
Identifying game-changing players, series predictions, and discussion on what it will take to win.

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PREVIEW: Breaking down the White Sox-Astros Wild Card Series

Chicago Sports Network — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:00 GMT

The AL Wild Card Series is here, and Chuck Garfien is joined by CHSN’s Brooke Fletcher and Connor McKnight to break down the White Sox’s decision to use a bullpen game in Game 1, potential Game 2 starters, Randall Grichuk’s role and their series predictions. Plus, Chuck talks with 2005 World Series champion and Astros and NBC broadcaster Geoff Blum about his legendary World Series home run, Houston’s path to the postseason, Yordan Alvarez, the Kyle Tucker trade and the key pitcher vs. hitter matchups in the series.

White Sox Should Consider Every Option Vs Houston

The Broadcast Basement — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 07:00:00 GMT

A three-game set all on the road, but a very winnable path to the ALCS is waiting for the White Sox. Throw out the conventional approaches and look for wins. Will the White Sox play the hot hands? It would mean making lineup adjustments.

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Sox Pop Pregame Podcast 13 — Wild Card Game 1 — 2026-09-29

Sox Populi — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 05:50:00 GMT

Brett Ballantini sits down with Melissa Sage-Bollenbach to break down a Game 1 marked by dual bullpen games by the Chicago White Sox and Houston Astros.

We discuss the merits of an opener, noting Hagen Smith's success in one open in the regular season and plead with Will Venable to let his opener face at least one turn of the Astros lineup.

In the second half, the duo tackles the strengths and weaknesses both teams have in the series, and end with a gut-check take on how Game 1 will play out.

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Tue, 29 Sep 2026 05:49:00 GMT

Sox Pop on the Farm 73 — Charlotte Knights season review — 2026-09-29

Sox Populi — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 05:32:00 GMT

Hannah Filippo and Brett Ballantini wind up our affiliate season reviews by discussing the postseason-free but otherwise triumphant Charlotte Knights season, from the team's strong performance from April to September.

We tackle the pleasant problem of what to do with several pitchers who made the majors in 2026 or came close, including Noah Schultz, Hagen Smith, Drew Thorpe, David Sandlin and Tanner McDougal, as well as standout position players like Rikuu Nishida, Caden Connor and Ryan Galanie.

Also be sure to check out Hannah's Knights season review on South Side Sox.

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Soxtober Clinched

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 05:28:10 GMT

Sox Pop on the Farm 72 — Birmingham Barons season review — 2026-09-29

Sox Populi — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 04:37:00 GMT

Kristina Airdo and Brett Ballantini discuss Birmingham's disappointing follow-up to two straight Southern League championship series, diving deep into the (mainly first-half, and mainly pitching) differences that set the Barons on the wrong course for the season.

Along the way we discuss the standouts of the season, including Caleb Bonemer, Colby Shelton, Anthony DePino and Samuel Zavala!

Also, read Kristina's companion piece at South Side Sox.

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Playoff Time, Let’s Get It On!

Bleav — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 03:30:00 GMT

White Sox must RELY on key players to survive Houston Astros playoff test

Locked On Podcast Network — Mon, 28 Sep 2026 21:00:00 GMT

The Chicago White Sox face must-win moments as they prepare to battle the Houston Astros, putting all eyes on Sean Burke’s pitching dominance and Miguel Vargas’ power at the plate. Can Burke’s stellar 1.54 ERA against Houston hold under playoff pressure, and will Vargas ignite the offense when it matters most? Host Todd Welter highlights who the Sox must count on—from early-inning strategies using openers Hagen Smith or Sean Newcomb, to clutch hitters like Sam Antonacci, Kyle Teel, and red-hot midseason pickup Randal Grichuk.

Key storylines include the White Sox’s need to convert with runners in scoring position, a breakdown of bullpen arms expected to step up, and experienced bats like Andrew Benintendi’s potential as a pinch hitter. With defensive specialists Colson Montgomery and speed threats off the bench, Chicago will need contributions from the entire roster to outlast Houston. Will the White Sox’s offensive firepower and Burke’s consistency deliver postseason glory?

00:00 White Sox Playoff Priorities
Host Todd Welter details which White Sox players are most crucial for overcoming the Astros, emphasizing pitching strategy, opener use, and top offensive contributors.

06:44 Pitching Depth & Key Players
Welter ranks the importance of bullpen arms, discusses Houston matchup dynamics, and highlights clutch player contributions.

10:38 Playoff X-Factors & Bench Roles
Welter evaluates experienced hitters, utility players, and late-inning contributors essential to the White Sox playoff run.

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WILD CARD PREVIEW: Can Munetaka Murakami & Sox UPSET Yordan Alvarez & Astros? I CHGO White Sox

Sean Anderson, Herb Lawrence, Malachi Hayes — Mon, 28 Sep 2026 19:49:47 GMT