Chicago White Sox fans hold their breath as the franchise bets big on homegrown talent—not free agency—for a potential turnaround. Can emerging stars from the farm system like Braden Montgomery, Noah Schultz, and Hagen Smith deliver the reinforcements needed in 2026 to push this rebuild forward?

Hot topics include Brooks Baldwin’s case for core player status, long-term outlook questions, and why his ceiling may mirror Ben Zobrist—or fall short. The discussion covers management's reluctance to cut bait on pricey contracts, missed opportunities with international signings like Tatsuya Imai, and whether owner Jerry Reinsdorf’s broadcasting decisions could be hurting White Sox culture. Get the hard truths, mailbag reactions, and an unflinching look at what really matters for Southside baseball.

0:00 – White Sox 2026 Reinforcements:
Todd Welter opens the show discussing why the key reinforcements for the 2026 White Sox won't come from free agency but from the farm system. He highlights prospects who could impact the team, opinions on short-term signings, and sets the tone for the episode.

9:56 – Brooks Baldwin & Mailbag:
Todd Welter answers listener questions, focusing on whether Brooks Baldwin is being overlooked as a core contributor. He analyzes Baldwin’s upside, addresses his player comp, stats, organizational views, and discusses other listener mailbag comments about White Sox roster decisions.

20:24 – Jason Benetti Departure, Sox Broadcasts:
Todd Welter addresses social media debates on former play-by-play announcer Jason Benetti's exit. He explains why fans should stop relitigating the issue, discusses the owner’s broadcast philosophy, and reflects on the broader impact on Sox broadcasts.

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