FutureSox Podcast ft. Kevin Goldstein of FanGraphs

Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed former Houston Astros director of scouting and current national writer at FanGraphs Kevin Goldstein to the FutureSox podcast. Kevin published a piece detailing the intrigue White Sox second baseman Nick Madrigal brings to a ballclub and explores what's necessary for Madrigal to take the next step.  Mike, James and Kevin went on to discuss the significance of MiLB returning following a season off, as well as a number of stories from Kevin's time scouting for the Astros. One included an experience with White Sox executive Kenny Williams at a tryout. Is Garrett Crochet ticketed to be a starter? Does Micker Adolfo have a shot to be a big-league regular? How have the White Sox managed Michael Kopech during a season with limitations? Kevin answers all that and more on this episode.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.