Earlier today, the White Sox traded pitcher Edwin Jackson and utility man Mark Teahen to the Blue Jays for reliever Jason Frasor and minor-league pitching prospect Zach Stewart. Jackson may not even have time to put a Jays cap on as he is expected to be traded to the Cardinals in a deal for CF Colby Rasmus. Rasmus was recently the center of trade rumors with the White Sox in a … [Read more...] about White Sox Fire Sale? Edwin Jackson traded to Blue Jays, Danks and Floyd on Trading Block
Adam Dunn
White Sox Adam Dunn is Hitting .029 vs. Lefties this Season
Much has been made of the Chicago White Sox Adam Dunn, and just how pathetically incompetent he's been at the plate this season. Yes. it's been analyzed and over analyzed, but the numbers are still STUNNINGLY BAD! Think about it, it's almost August. So nearly four full months of the season has gone by and Dunn, after going o-2 last night with a K and a BB against Detroit Tigers … [Read more...] about White Sox Adam Dunn is Hitting .029 vs. Lefties this Season
Source of Adam Dunn’s Hitting Struggles Revealed
When Adam Dunn signed a 4-year, $56 Million contract with the Chicago White Sox in the offseason, GM Kenny Williams believed he was adding his much-coveted left handed bat in the middle of the line-up with a career on-base plus slugging percentage (.OPS), of .890. Instead he has a player hitting 114 points below his listed weight, who is posting a .487 OPS at a home ballpark … [Read more...] about Source of Adam Dunn’s Hitting Struggles Revealed
White Sox Back in AL Central Division Race- OMG! Are you Serious?
During the infamous "White Flag trade" in early August of 1997, Chicago White Sox Chairman Jerry Reinsdorf was infamously quoted "any one who thinks this team can catch the Cleveland Indians is crazy." Given that the Sox were just 3.5 back of the division leaders from Ohio, with 7 weeks left in the season, it INFURIATED White Sox fans. And it should; they conceded their … [Read more...] about White Sox Back in AL Central Division Race- OMG! Are you Serious?
Detroit Tigers: what a difference a week makes
Outfielder Brennan Boesch has been a ray of light for the Detroit Tigers. His consistency and high batting average have been constants for the Tigers throughout this season. The starting pitching struggled mightily during the first week, but that has also rebounded during the second. Miguel Cabrera’s numbers will be there at the end of the year and with no club ion a scorching … [Read more...] about Detroit Tigers: what a difference a week makes
Paul Konerko Already Getting 2011 AL MVP Consideration
Chicago White Sox first baseman and team captain Paul Konerko is starting the 2011 season where he ended 2010, as a cornerstone of the team and offensive juggernaut. Last week, Konerko was named co-American League Player of the Week with Cleveland's Asdrubal Cabrera. After clubbing two homers in Sunday game against the Tampa Rays, Konerko finished the week hitting .417 … [Read more...] about Paul Konerko Already Getting 2011 AL MVP Consideration
Assessing the Detroit Tigers Performance out of the Gate
Much like the Minnesota Twins, the Detroit Tigers are not where they expected to be a little over one week into regular season play. They had the spotlight on them opening day against the Yankees-only to struggle. Whether it's April or not, it is totally unacceptable for this team to lose back to back series against the likes of the Baltimore Orioles and the Kansas City … [Read more...] about Assessing the Detroit Tigers Performance out of the Gate
White Sox Winning by Out-Bludgeoning Opposition
After their 4-2 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays on Saturday afternoon, the Chicago White Sox pushed their record to 5-3. There are still plenty of questions about this year's White Sox team but one thing is for sure: they can score runs. As of now they are leading the MLB in runs scored and are third in batting average. However, it's troubling how they're giving up … [Read more...] about White Sox Winning by Out-Bludgeoning Opposition
White Sox Opener Mirrors Offseason, Organization Mantra: AGGRESSIVE!
The Chicago White Sox are "All in." It's the marketing slogan for 2011 and it reflects what the front office did this past offseason; sacking up, buying more chips and shoving 'em towards the middle of the table with authority. A lot of MLB teams did likewise. The Detroit Tigers did some heavy very short term investing. The Oakland Athletics bought themselves some power … [Read more...] about White Sox Opener Mirrors Offseason, Organization Mantra: AGGRESSIVE!
Chicago White Sox: Offseason Additions and Subtractions
Going after pitcher Jake Peavy in 2009 proved that the White Sox are serious about getting their ace in what has become an ace-happy league. This is something that their rivals, cough, cough – the Minnesota Twins, have refused to do. No, Minnesota, it’s been four years, Francisco Liriano is not an ace. Of course, the deal has been a major bust so far, as Peavy cannot stay … [Read more...] about Chicago White Sox: Offseason Additions and Subtractions