In this candid conversation, former Chicago White Sox General Manager Rick Hahn joins Rosters to Rings hosts Thad Levine and Jon Daniels to reflect on his eventful tenure on the South Side. From navigating rebuilds and high-stakes trades to managing Jerry Reinsdorf's expectations in one of baseball’s most passionate markets, Hahn shares the inside stories behind the deals, the clubhouse culture, and the moments that defined his career with the team.

 

In this candid conversation, former Chicago White Sox General Manager Rick Hahn joins Rosters to Rings hosts Thad Levine and Jon Daniels to reflect on his eventful tenure on the South Side. From navigating rebuilds and high-stakes trades to managing Jerry Reinsdorf's expectations in one of baseball&rsquo;s most passionate markets, Hahn shares the inside stories behind the deals, the clubhouse culture, and the moments that defined his career with the team.
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Welcome to the Rosters to Rings Podcast where General Managers from the MLB, NBA, NFL and more will take you behind the curtain and share their unfiltered experiences and evaluations of past and present events in professional sports.

Due to competitive reasons, league rules, ownership directives and extreme discretion, General Managers share approximately 40% of what they know and experience with fans. At the Rosters to Rings Podcast, we are here to share as much of the other 60% as we can. We will dive deep into not only what decisions are made, but how and why they are made, the strategic nature of negotiations, roster construction, the characters that make up the game, and the true depth of relationships between executives, coaches, players, agents, media and fans.

 

Welcome to the Rosters to Rings Podcast where General Managers from the MLB, NBA, NFL and more will take you behind the curtain and share their unfiltered experiences and evaluations of past and present events in professional sports.
Due to competitive reasons, league rules, ownership directives and extreme discretion, General Managers share approximately 40% of what they know and experience with fans. At the Rosters to Rings Podcast, we are here to share as much of the other 60% as we can. We will dive deep into not only what decisions are made, but how and why they are made, the strategic nature of negotiations, roster construction, the characters that make up the game, and the true depth of relationships between executives, coaches, players, agents, media and fans.
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The South Side Blueprint with Rick Hahn

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In Part 2 of this conversation on Rosters to Rings, host Thad Levine continues his in-depth discussion with legendary sports journalist Andrea Kremer. One of the most respected interviewers in sports history, Kremer reflects on the conversations that helped shape her remarkable career covering the NFL and the biggest stories in sports, including the moments when preparation, trust, and timing revealed the human side of iconic athletes and sports figures.

In Part 2 of this conversation on Rosters to Rings, host Thad Levine continues his in-depth discussion with legendary sports journalist Andrea Kremer. One of the most respected interviewers in sports history, Kremer reflects on the conversations that helped shape her remarkable career covering the NFL and the biggest stories in sports,&nbsp;including the moments when preparation, trust, and timing revealed the human side of iconic athletes and sports figures.

Inside the Interview: Andrea Kremer on the Moments That Made Sports History

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In Part 1 of this special two-episode conversation, Thad Levine sits down with Hall of Fame journalist and broadcaster Andrea Kremer, to trace the roots of one of the most respected voices in sports media. Before the Emmys. Before the NFL sidelines. Before breaking barriers for women in sports broadcasting there was a young sports fan who simply loved the game. Andrea shares what it was like growing up immersed in sports culture, how she found her voice in a male-dominated industry, and the moment she realized this wasn’t just a passion it was a calling.

 

In Part 1 of this special two-episode conversation, Thad Levine sits down with Hall of Fame journalist and broadcaster Andrea Kremer, to trace the roots of one of the most respected voices in sports media.&nbsp;Before the Emmys. Before the NFL sidelines. Before breaking barriers for women in sports broadcasting there was a young sports fan who simply loved the game.&nbsp;Andrea shares what it was like growing up immersed in sports culture, how she found her voice in a male-dominated industry, and the moment she realized this wasn&rsquo;t just a passion it was a calling.
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From Passion to Prestige with Andrea Kremer

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In this mailbag episode of Rosters to Rings, Thad dives into some of the biggest storylines around Major League Baseball:


The recent spike in hamate bone injuries — why they’re happening and how they impact hitters long-term


What it could mean for the league if MLBPA Executive Director Tony Clark steps down


Why Lucas Giolito remains the last major free agent on the market and what that signals about today’s pitching landscape


Early MVP candidates not named Judge or Ohtani — and who could realistically enter that tier

Got a question for Thad?


Submit your listener questions on social @rosterstorings or email us at rosterstoringspodcast@gmail.com

 

In this mailbag episode of Rosters to Rings, Thad dives into some of the biggest storylines around Major League Baseball:
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The recent spike in hamate bone injuries &mdash; why they&rsquo;re happening and how they impact hitters long-term
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What it could mean for the league if MLBPA Executive Director Tony Clark steps down
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Why Lucas Giolito remains the last major free agent on the market and what that signals about today&rsquo;s pitching landscape
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Early MVP candidates not named Judge or Ohtani &mdash; and who could realistically enter that tier
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Got a question for Thad?
 Submit your listener questions on social @rosterstorings or email us at <a href="mailto:rosterstoringspodcast@gmail.com">rosterstoringspodcast@gmail.com</a><a data-start="911" data-end="942"></a>
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MLB Mailbag: Hamate Bones + Why Is Lucas Giolito Still Unsigned?

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The South Side Blueprint with Rick Hahn

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