A week into the 2012 season it is apparent that a new era has begun on the south side of Chicago. After several months of anticipation, White Sox fans finally had their chance to witness the team and the many new additions to the ballpark firsthand. This was our time to see a rebuilding team, to say goodbye to some of our favorite players and to formally embrace a new … [Read more...] about Chicago White Sox Opening Day U.S. Cellular Field Review
Dayan Viciedo
White Sox Top Prospect Updates with Buddy Bell: Position Players
White Sox to activate Mark Teahen, Demote Dayan Viciedo
Following tonight’s loss (and yielding of first place in the AL Central) to the Minnesota Twins, the Chicago White Sox optioned infielder Dayan Viciedo to Class AAA Charlotte. So "Cuba Libre!" is called off; for the time being at least. This move is obviously to make room for Mark Teahen, the versatile infielder who has been out since late May with a fractured finger. He's … [Read more...] about White Sox to activate Mark Teahen, Demote Dayan Viciedo
Cuba Libre! Alexei and Dayan KEY White Sox Contributors
When I visit U.S. Cellular Field for fun; and not business (i.e. seeing my Chicago White Sox as a ticketed fan,and not as a credentialed member of the media) one of my favorite places to stop is outside section 143 (pretty close to where Soxman and Batboy sit in 148) for a "Cuban Comet" sandwich. It's the tastiest new specialty food item at the Cell, and I'm sure you can … [Read more...] about Cuba Libre! Alexei and Dayan KEY White Sox Contributors
WHITE SOX RECALL TOP PROSPECT DAYAN VICIEDO; DFA JAYSON NIX
The Lakers Riots, Stephen Strasburg, and Father’s Day are all minor news to Chicago White Sox fans today. The White Sox have re-called Babe Ruth…the Cuban Babe Ruth that to HOPEFULLY providing a bigger spark to their offense and put more tick marks in win column. Will the move last, or will Viciedo be deported back to AAA fast than you can say: “fried … [Read more...] about WHITE SOX RECALL TOP PROSPECT DAYAN VICIEDO; DFA JAYSON NIX
Spring Sox Exchange
By The Soxman and Paul M. Banks (PMB) First off, I’d like to thank all the members of Soxman Nation that came out to give feedback on NBC Chicago.com in Soxman’s spring prospectus. We teamed up to possibly break the unofficial record for comments on the NBC homepage! Primary question out of the gate, what are your thoughts on the development of the kids most people have … [Read more...] about Spring Sox Exchange
Spring Training Sox Exchange
By Paul M. Banks and Soxman (PMB) Last weekend included St. Valentine’s Day, a time of year that more women than men look forward to quite frankly. But once it’s over, Major League Baseball pitchers and catchers begin reporting to spring training, which is to most guys what chocolate, jewelry and flowers are to women. Speaking of love, I consulted Soxman, the person who … [Read more...] about Spring Training Sox Exchange