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Sox On 35th Podcast - Weekly Show on the Chicago White Sox

Sox On 35th Podcast - Weekly Show on the Chicago White Sox
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Community of diehard Chicago White Sox fans providing team-related commentary and more on a weekly podcast. Hosted by Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur of Sox On 35th.
Find us on social media @SoxOn35th!
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Jordan Lazowski, Nik Gaur, and Michael Suareo are your crew for Episode 95, covering the breaking news of the White Sox' decision to part ways with pitching coach Ethan Katz, hitting coach Marcus Thames, catching coach Drew Butera, and first base coach Jason Bourgeois while re-assigning Grady Sizemore.
The crew gives their thoughts on the decisions while covering a variety of topics, including:
How do you evaluate the jobs Katz and Thames did that led to these decisions?
Do you feel confident in Getz and Venable when making these hires?
What level of impact are you comfortable with Brian Bannister and Ryan Fuller having on this decision?
What are your ideal qualifications for a hitting and/or pitching coach for the organization?
Who are some potential names of interest for the roles?
This and more on the episode, so make sure to tune in!
As part of Fan Appreciation Day 2025, the White Sox invited Sox On 35th down to Rate Field for some live interviews! Hear from Connor McKnight, John Schriffen, and Brooks Boyer about a variety topics about themselves, the White Sox, and the future on the South Side.
Also head over to our YouTube page to see the video version of each of the interviews!
Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur are keeping you up to date with all things White Sox as this season quickly comes to a close!
The White Sox are fresh off winning 6 of 7 from two of their division rivals. Is this a sign of things to come for the future? How does the White Sox' future stack up against the Twins? And if you had to choose, who do you think will become a bigger star: Colson Montgomery or Kyle Teel?
The crew also discusses the future of the catching situation before rounding it out with some fun questions:
What are your favorite Hawk Harrelson sayings of all time?
If given the opportunity to throw out the first pitch, could you throw a strike?
This and much more on a jam packed episode - make sure to tune in!
Duke Coughlin and Jordan Lazowski are joined by Sox On 35th Senior Contributor Tim Moran as the calendar flips to September and the White Sox win their 50th game!
With September call ups seemingly underwhelming, the crew talks about the overall philosophy of the roster at current. How can the Sox best ensure they use September to get valuable reps for players that might be part of the future - both on the hitting and pitching side?
They also talk about Colson Montgomery's insane start to his career. Are you satisfied with this output, or are there parts of his game you'd still like to see improve?
Finally, with the announcement that Jose Abreu will return to throw out the first pitch on September 19, should a jersey retirement announcement follow it?
This and much more on this week's episode!
Jordan Lazowski and Nik Gaur are joined by Michael Suareo with the MiLB season nearing its completion. Michael talks about his updates to his Top 30 White Sox Prospects list (coming soon!) and some of the key risers and fallers within the system.
With all the positives throughout the system, the crew discusses whether they trust the White Sox' hitting or pitching development more right now. Listen to their thoughts on that and how it might affect what they want the team to do heading into 2026.
Finally, they talk realignment and the idea of putting the Cubs and Sox in the same division. This and much more on a packed episode!
The Trade Deadline has come and gone, and Luis Robert Jr. still remains a member of the White Sox. Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur break down this decision and the two trades made by Chris Getz. Were you surprised more guys didn't move? Are you satisfied with the returns for each player? And what's the likelihood Curtis Mead can actually turn it all around?
The crew discusses these questions and more as it relates to the long-term rebuild outlook, roster construction, the search for a "rebuild star," postive/negatives from the second half surge, and so much more!
Make sure to tune in!
It's the week of the 2025 MLB Trade Deadline, and Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur are previewing the action that might be coming this week on the South Side.
They first discuss the improved play on the South Side recently and how the team might sustain it moving forward. What are you going to be looking for from this team once the Trade Deadline passes?
Finally, the crew puts their GM hats on to try and figure out if certain players should be traded by this week's deadline and where they could be dealt to - and there's one player that creates quite an argument... you'll have to tune in to learn more!
Vibes are high after a sweep of the Pirates in Pittsburgh and the news that the White Sox will reportedly sign all 20 of their picks from the 2025 MLB Draft!
To close out this year's draft, Jordan Lazowski is joined by Tyler Jennings (@TylerJennings24) of Just Baseball (@JustBB_Media) to dive deep into the White Sox' 2025 draft strategy, exploring the key selections and the rationale behind each pick:
- Overall draft grade and strategy review
- Carlson vs. Parker comparisons
- Top potential sleeper picks
- 2026 Draft preview
If you want a final review of anything you may have missed from last week's draft or some great in-depth information on the picks, this is the show for you, so make sure to tune in now!
In this episode, Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur dive into the highs and lows of the Chicago White Sox's season so far.
From veteran surprises to young prospects making their mark, we cover it all:
First Half Vibes
Biggest Positive/Negative Surprises
What to Watch For in the Second Half
Tune in for an in-depth analysis and some fun about the future of the White Sox!
The 2025 MLB Draft is just a few days away, and to get you ready, Jordan Lazowski and Nik Gaur are joined by Sox On 35th's MiLB Managing Editor Michael Suareo. Michael gives you some names to know for the White Sox' pick at #10, as well as discusses what he has heard about what the team's draft strategy might be. Who would be best case scenario? What about worst case scenario? Michael covers it all and more!
To end, the boys pay their respects to Bobby Jenks, who passed away this week at the age of 44 after battling cancer. They talk about their memories of him on and off the field as the 2005 reunion weekend is right around the corner.
In the latest episode of Pipeline to 35th, Michael Suareo is joined by Sox on 35th's newest Minor League contributor, Brendan Gallian, to recap some of the biggest news of the last month.
Michael also reacts to Colson Montgomery's promotion to the majors and previews what the White Sox could do in the upcoming MLB Draft.
To read our full 2025 White Sox draft preview, click here.
With the halfway point of the season officially here, Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur bring you more analysis following a weird week of White Sox baseball - on and off the field. They start with the fan incident that occurred during the latest Diamondbacks series. Nik actually sat near the fan who started it all, so he gave us some insights into what led up to the incident before a larger discussion on fan behavior at the ballpark.
Later, the crew talked about the latest struggles for the White Sox' young starting pitchers and how Noah Syndergaard is part of a picture to relieve them. They also discussed Chris Getz's comments about spending and round it out by discussing their halfway point surprises and disappointments.
Tune in now!
Sox On 35th's Managing Editor of Minor League Content Michael Suareo is back to recap the past month in the White Sox farm system. There's been no shortage of promotions and notable performances from players like Kyle Teel, Noah Schultz, Braden Montgomery and others. Michael breaks down all the latest developments and previews the Dominican Summer League action now that the team is in full swing!
Follow us on social media @SoxOn35th and @PipelineTo35th for more news and updates.
Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur are back to talk about your "Frisky and Fun" (according to Duke) White Sox. They start by bringing in Brett Haffner to recap the Chicago Sports Bums/Sox On 35th Southpaw's 21st Birthday Tailgate and discuss all the fun activities for anyone who might've missed.
Later, the crew discusses the Andrew Vaughn/Aaron Civale swap. Are you surprised the White Sox got anything at all for Vaughn? Where does he fall on your list of biggest White Sox rebuild failures? And what went wrong over the past 5 years to get to this point?
Finally, the crew discusses Grant Taylor's promotion - as a reliever. Are you okay with how the White Sox are doing this? Do you have concerns about Taylor's long-term role?
This and much more talk about Quero, Teel, Elko, and others in a packed episode. Tune in now!
Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur are joined this week by CHSN on-field reporter Brooke Fletcher! Brooke talks about how she got into broadcasting and eventually found a home in Chicago, and how her familial ties with the White Sox through her father gave her a unique connection to the South Side.
She also talks about what it's like working as a reporter on a day-to-day basis and gives a peek behind the curtains of CHSN's operations. Between some college football talk and getting the crew's thoughts on the broadcast, she even finds some time to give advice to those getting into sports media and answers some rapid-fire questions about her interactions with the White Sox clubhouse.
This is a packed interview, so don't miss out!
Make sure to follow Brooke on social media @BrookeFletcher!
Jordan Lazowski and Brett Haffner are joined by HBIC and South Side Bum of the Chicago Sports Bums Podcast!
They start by discussing the summer event you won't want to miss: our joint Sox On 35th/Chicago Sports Bums tailgate that's being thrown June 8th for Southpaw's 21st Birthday! Listen for the latest details about how it all came together and why you should be there in just under two weeks!
The Bums also talk about the White Sox' surprising decision to option Andrew Vaughn and Tim Elko to Charlotte and discuss how they'd like to see Will Venable and Chris Getz handle the young guys throughout the summer. And, don't worry, they left you with some hot takes on their way out.
Make sure to follow the Chicago Sports Bums on social media @ChiSportsBums!
Duke Coughlin, Joe Binder, Jordan Lazowski, and Tim Moran conclude "Pope Week" on the South Side with a episode full of fun!
Duke, Jordan, and Tim first talk about Tim Elko's promotion and their expectations for what he can bring throughout the year. Are fans' expectations aligned with the reality of his skills? Plus, a roster crunch is coming - could this mean the end for Andrew Vaughn? Or how else could the White Sox manage a roster that is slowly returning to health?
Finally, Joe Binder makes an appearance to be a part of our draft of the best Catholic Mass songs! From City of God to On Eagles' Wings, who picked the certified bangers? Listen to find out!
Jordan Lazowski and Joe Binder return for a special papal edition of the Sox On 35th podcast. The duo welcomes on Eddie Schmit, a White Sox fan whose family's connection led to him sitting next to Pope Leo XIV at Game 1 of the 2005 World Series. Hear from Schmit about his relationship with the pontiff, memories from the game, his reaction to the past few days, and more.
Sean Anderson of CHGO White Sox joins the show with Jordan Lazowski and Nik Gaur to talk about the first month of baseball on the South Side in 2025.
Sean talks about the latest happenings over at CHGO before getting into the play on the field. He discusses the progress made from rookies Chase Meidroth and Edgar Quero, his mixed feelings on the City Connect 2.0 uniforms, and the encouraging signs from the coaching staff Chris Getz has assembled.
Plus, do you buy Tyler Osik's since-deleted tweet about Andrew Vaughn's problematic work ethic? Sean and the crew discuss this and much more!
You can follow Sean on social media @Sean_W_Anderson.
In the first Pipeline to 35th episode of 2025, Michael Suareo returns to dive into the top storylines from each White Sox minor league affiliate. He also discusses the recent promotions over the first month of the season and what to expect throughout the season.