# What it will take for the White Sox to win the AL Central with MLB Network’s Dan Plesac

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Podcast: [The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-white-sox-podcast-w-chuck-garfien-946797)
Published: 2026-07-23T10:00:00+00:00
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Chuck Garfien is joined by MLB Network and CHSN White Sox analyst Dan Plesac to break down the White Sox's outlook ahead of the trade deadline. They discuss whether the Sox have a postseason-caliber bullpen, Sean Burke's development, the value of postseason experience on a big league roster, and the team's challenging schedule ahead. Dan also weighs in on FanGraphs' playoff projections for the White Sox and explains why he wouldn't trade places with the Dodgers.

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