Mike Vasil on the MAGIC happening with the White Sox

The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien

Chicago Sports Network

Sports, Sports:baseball, Baseball

4.7 • 620 Ratings

🗓️ 14 May 2026

⏱️ 27 minutes

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Summary

Mike Vasil sits down with Chuck Garfien once again for his monthly appearance on the podcast, and the White Sox pitcher starts by sharing the latest on his injury recovery and how he’s handling his role on this team which includes a magic wand. Vasil breaks down the White Sox’ recent surge, explains why the clubhouse has turned into a “madhouse,” and discusses the energy players like Miguel Vargas, Sam Antonacci, and Chase Meidroth are bringing to the team during one of the Sox’ most exciting stretches in recent years. Vasil also reflects on a statement he made during his February appearance on the show and explains why this 2026 White Sox team believes it can compete with anyone, especially inside the division. He talks about the team’s postseason mindset, the upcoming crosstown showdown against the Cubs, the celebrations happening inside the clubhouse, and what opponents should expect when facing the White Sox right now. Plus, Chuck and Mike discuss Meidroth’s memorable homer against the Royals, late-night baseball highlight sessions with teammates, and a possible future segment featuring fan questions.

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0:00.0	The White Sox podcast with Chuck Garfine is brought to you by Wind Creek, Chicago, Southland.
0:05.0	Are you ready for your winning moment? Find it at Wind Creek, Chicago, Southland, where the action never stops.
0:18.3	Hey, everybody, it's Chuck Garfine. Welcome back to another edition of the White Sox podcast.
0:23.3	I'm coming to you from Ratefield, and it's brought to you, as always, by Wind Creek, Chicago, Southland.
0:30.1	On the podcast today, look who's back on the podcast.
0:32.9	It is Mike Vassel.
0:35.6	He's agreed to come back on the podcast every month during the season. It's been a
0:40.1	month. And what a month it has been for Vassal and the White Sox. We talk about all that's going on
0:46.4	with this team. And yes, the magic wand that's making it all happen. Mike's going to bring
0:53.0	that wand with him for this conversation to talk about that
0:56.0	and the spell he's putting on his White Sox teammates and so much magic has been happening.
1:02.0	We talk about that.
1:03.0	As well as what this team is capable of doing and what they're talking about inside that clubhouse,
1:10.0	about what they might be able to do when this season is over.
1:13.1	Am I talking about playoffs?
1:14.4	Yes.
1:15.0	Am I talking about winning a division?
1:17.5	Yes.
1:18.4	Am I talking about that Cubs series
1:20.7	and how important that's going to be for them this weekend?
1:24.1	The answer is yes.
1:26.5	Mike Vassel. Magical Mike Vassel on the podcast. Here we go.
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