Episode is presented by Gametime. Save $20 off your next ticket purchase using promo code SOXMACHINE. Record Date: 7/14/2024 [Intro] Hello, Hagen Smith. The Chicago White Sox spend their first round pick on the talented left-handed pitcher. There's audio from his introduction press conference but some White Sox fans are upset that the franchise passed on drafting a hitter. Why Smith might be a better bet to meet his potential and the importance of White Sox getting hitters in return for future trades [13:27] Speaking of trades, Garrett Crochet's workload is getting reduced during the All-Star break. How Crochet is buying into the approach and what that means for the upcoming trade market [22:15] Surprise! White Sox make their second selection taking prep SS Caleb Bonemer [26:03] Back to Crochet: What is his new probability of getting dealt before the deadline? [31:00] Luis Robert Jr. is having a strong month of July. How is that impacting his trade market and is Robert ready to be dealt? [41:00] Around MLB as the New York Yankees lose in a weird fashion, the Chicago Cubs are making a mini-run, Sacramento future is murky, and can any of the trio of Boston, Minnesota, or Texas chase down the division leaders? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices