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Original air date: 12-13-2018 Josh Nelson joins Jonathan Hood on ESPN 1000 AM to discuss Bryce Harper vs. Manny Machado, Ivan Nova trade, and possible pitching free agent targets.

The Rundown: * Recap the Winter Meetings activities which was a lot of Bryce Harper rumors. What was a fantasy two months ago could be a dream that becomes reality as the White Sox are front-runners to sign Harper. What is next and how serious should we take the rumors? * Manny Machado is planning to visit the White Sox soon. What is the sales pitch to Machado, and what should the White Sox do if Machado is ready to sign sooner but Harper is the top target?  * Breakdown the Ivan Nova trade as the former Pittsburgh Pirate replaces James Shields.  * Finally, our takeaways from the 2018 Winter Meetings, and other rumors attached to the White Sox at the moment.  Presented by SeatGeek.

The Rundown: * Is trading Omar Narvaez for Alex Colome a good decision by Rick Hahn? Why did he decide that it was time to move on from Matt Davidson and Avisail Garcia, and what does the future hold for those two? * With the Winter Meetings starting next week we share our wish list of players that could provide a significant impact to the White Sox roster. * Finally, we answer your questions in P.O. Sox.

The Rundown: * With the Boston Red Sox winning the 2018 World Series the offseason begins. This episode is to preview the upcoming decisions Rick Hahn will have to make, and share your suggestions on how to improve the ballclub in 2019.   * We answer your questions in P.O. Sox about Kevan Smith, who the home grown players will be when the White Sox make the World Series again, and are fans overvaluing Jose Abreu's trade value? Presented by SeatGeek.

The Rundown: * Dodgers vs. Red Sox World Series, Chris Sale and belly button rings, new managers, and welcoming Enoy Jimenez.  * Jim reviews the 2018 Infielders and addresses why the White Sox should look into upgrading third base.  * Greg Nix reviews the 2018 Outfielders and explains why we need to see fewer faces from 2018 in 2019.  * Answer your questions in P.O. Sox about trading with Arizona, Kevan Smith, and what would make 2019 an unqualified success.

Special episode since Josh's tweet created some outrage saying the White Sox and Bulls are in similar situations. Josh chats with SB Nation’s Ricky O’Donnell to compare the rebuilding efforts of both the White Sox and Bulls. How they are different but more similar than some may think.

The Rundown: * Jim and Josh discuss the NLCS and ALCS as they head to Los Angeles and Houston. Is the Milwaukee Brewers bullpen strong enough outside of Josh Hader to withstand the Dodgers offense? Does Houston or Boston have the better bullpen to slow down each other's high power offense? * The main focus of the show is to review the Chicago White Sox 2018 pitching staff with the help of Patrick Nolan. We share our grades for the Sox pitchers and look ahead to what the future holds. * Finally, we answer your questions in P.O. Sox about the possibility of the White Sox relocating and the expiring TV deal.

Guest: James Fegan, The Athletic Rundown: * Chicago White Sox held a mini-camp after the season to give extra reps for players who have missed time due to injury like Dane Dunning and Zack Burdi. Guest James Fegan shares his insight on their progress, and what the White Sox could possibly do this offseason to help improve the team.  * Josh and Jim cover the other odds and ends including the start of the Arizona Fall League, Miguel Sano's latest off-the-field issue, and the MLB postseason action.  Presented by SeatGeek

The Rundown: * White Sox finish the season 62-100\. Are we at the point that it can only go up from here? Or, can this franchise sink lower? * Joe Mauer appears to be retiring. We discuss his legacy and impact against the White Sox during a 15-year career. * While the White Sox season ends, it's time for post-season baseball. Jim and Josh make their picks for each series to decide who will win the World Series in 2018. Presented by RX Bar and SeatGeek

The Rundown:  * Rick Hahn spoke to the media on Wednesday and suggested which area on the team he'll need to address in free agency. Will the White Sox invest in the starting pitching market? Or, is Hahn hinting at something different (and maybe bigger)? * James Shields 2018 season is over and likely his tenure with the White Sox. What does his future hold? * Preview the Minnesota Twins series and what should be a wild weekend to determine the remaining postseason spots.  Presented by SeatGeek

The Rundown: - Last home game of 2018 was terrible as the White Sox lose 10 - 2\. Finishing 31-50 at home for the season which is the worst mark since 1970\. - We are getting some clarity in the National League as both the Milwaukee Brewers and Chicago Cubs clinch spots in the postseason, but still battle each other for the division crown. Colorado overtakes Los Angeles for the NL West lead.

Good morning. Here's what's in your White Sox Wake-Up Call: * LAST NIGHT: The Indians pitched to Daniel Palka when they didn't have to, walking right into a Palk-Off.  * TONIGHT: The White Sox will wrap up their season series with the Tribe with a bullpen game.  * AROUND THE LEAGUE: The NL Central and NL West leads are down to a half-game, and there's a new second wild card holder.

Here's the rundown: * RECAP: Corey Kluber dominates the White Sox for the first time ever probably * PREVIEW: James Shields makes his last start of the season * MLB NEWS: The NL Central race gets even tighter

The Rundown: * Good-bye, Hawk. We revisit his last moments in the booth calling a clunker on Sunday. Why the game's result is fitting, how Steve Stone handled Hawk, Hawk's lasting legacy, and is this truly the end of calling games for Hawk? Or, will we see him next year call a game or two?   * [15:35] Recap the Crosstown Cup as the Chicago Cubs won the series, but Reynaldo Lopez shut them down on Friday. Has Lopez shown enough this season to be someone the White Sox can depend on in 2019?   * [21:20] Tim Anderson reaches 20 home runs   * [22:57] Cleveland Indians series preview as it's the final home series. Why Monday's start could be key for Dylan Covey.   * [27:39] Josh tosses the idea of free food for all fans at the last home game.   * [30:42] Tank battle: where the White Sox fall-in with the 2019 MLB Draft order.   * [32:01] AL MVP Race: Mike Trout vs. Mookie Betts  * [36:42] NL MVP Race: A case for Jacob deGrom, and who we would pick between Christian Yelich vs. Javier Baez.   * [41:03] Cy Young race is really easy for the National League, and very hard to choose in the American League. * [45:36] Who will host the one-game playoff: New York or Oakland?  * [47:37] National League Play-off picture heading into the final week. Why we think the Brewers will make it but differ on Cardinals and Rockies.   * [51:40] P.O. Sox Question: White Sox status with Kannapolis and would it make sense to move to Kane County?   * [63:00] P.O. Sox Question: Evaluating Rick Hahn's moves from the last 21 months.  * [67:00] P.O. Sox Question: Are the White Sox going to be big spenders this off-season?  Presented by SeatGeek

The Rundown * White Sox finally win in Cleveland! Yoan Moncada had a good series and is finding success in September. Can Daniel Palka hit 30 homers in 2018? And how do we feel about Omar Narvaez as the starting catcher in 2019?   * This weekend is the Crosstown Classic where Jose Quintana will be making his first start at GRF since being traded. A lot of attention will be at the broadcast booth as this is Hawk's last series calling games for the White Sox. What are we expecting to see from Hawk, and who should be in the booth calling the ninth inning?