Listen "Recapping 2025 Arizona Fall League with Jim Callis"
Episode Synopsis
Guest: Jim Callis, MLB.comRundown[Intro] Recap of recent MLB transactions as the White Sox re-sign Derek Hill, but let Mike Tauchman, Tim Elko, and Cam Booser go.[3:42] One of the best friends of the show, Jim Callis of MLB.com joins to recap the Arizona Fall League.[6:53] How this year's AFL prospects stack with previous seasons[9:40] Detroit's top prospect Kevin McGonigle dominated the AFL, and why he's a name White Sox fans should know[14:09] Braden Montgomery was the second ranked prospect from AFL action, and Callis believes he's a future core piece of the White Sox[19:42] It's a short sample size, but the version of Hagen Smith that wowed scouts during the draft showed up in Arizona[24:41] What to make of Sam Antonacci, and why he could challenge Chase Meidroth for playing time. [32:59] Tanner McDougal makes the 40-man roster, and his stuff improved enough in 2025 to give him a shot in 2026.[35:58] Fan Question from Andrew Segall about Rule 5 outfield options[42:38] Fan Question from John Strauss about the infield logjam[49:43] Fan Question from Trooper Galactus about any White Sox prospects with star potential outside of Braden Montgomery
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