Discussing the Chicago White Sox eyeing new stadium amidst historic struggles with WBBM's Rob Hart

Can the Chicago White Sox turn their fortunes around with a new stadium in the South Loop? The team is pushing for a state-of-the-art facility on "the 78" in Chicago, but financing hurdles and political reluctance loom large. Can the Chicago White Sox turn their fortunes around with a new stadium in the South Loop? The team is pushing for a state-of-the-art facility on "the 78" in Chicago, but financing hurdles and political reluctance loom large. WBBM's Rob Hart discusses what Real Midwest, the developer of the 78, is doing now to get attention back on the Sox getting a new park there. Host Todd Welter and Rob break down the potential impact of this move on the franchise's value, especially in a competitive market like Chicago. Plus, Todd and Rob discuss the White Sox's disastrous 2023 season and the daunting task ahead for the next manager. Will the White Sox secure the funding they need? Tune in for an in-depth look at the challenges and opportunities facing the team. 0:00 Intro 0:09 White Sox's New Stadium Efforts 2:27 Chicago Bears and White Sox Stadium Financing 5:55 Illinois' Budget Crisis and Stadium Funding 8:45 The Value of the White Sox Staying in Chicago 13:25 Kennedy Expressway Construction Project 19:15 Sorry State of the White Sox Franchise 25:15 Next White Sox Manager 29:06 1994 White Sox Season and Strike Impact For your next listen, check out the Locked On MLB podcast. Prepare for the Fall Classic with Sully, who has it all covered every single day. Click HERE to listen now. Part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! TonaI Tonal is the world's smartest and most effective strength training system that helps get you stronger. Right now, Tonal is offering our listeners $200 off your Tonal purchase with promo code LOCKEDONMLB. That’s Tonal.com , and use promo code LOCKEDONMLB for $200 off your purchase. PrizePicks Go to prizpicks.com/lockedonmlb and use code lockedonmlb to win $50 instantly when you play $5. You don't even need to win to receive your $50 bonus, it's guaranteed! Prizepicks. Run Your Game. Ibotta Ibotta is a free app that lets you earn cash back every time you shop. Right now, Ibotta is offering our listeners $5 just for trying Ibotta by using the code LOCKEDONMLB when you register. Just go to the App Store or Google Play store and download the FREE app to start earning cash back when you use code LOCKEDONMLB. eBay Motors From brakes to exhaust kits and beyond, eBay Motors has over 122 million parts to keep your ride-or-die alive. With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it’s easy to bring home that big win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com . Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Now through September 22nd, ALL FanDuel customers can bet FIVE DOLLARS and get a THREE WEEK free trial of NFL Sunday Ticket from YouTube and YouTube TV. Visit FANDUEL.COM to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER : 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.