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Frank Thomas: The Greatest White Sox Hitter Ever

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His number 35 may have been retired on Sunday, but the many stories of “The Big Hurt” Frank Thomas, the greatest hitter in White Sox history, will live on forever. As evident by the sellout crowd at U.S. Cellular Field, who lined up outside as early as 8:00 a.m. to get a bobble head in his likeness and see his induction into White Sox immortality, the name Frank Thomas and … [Read more...] about Frank Thomas: The Greatest White Sox Hitter Ever

Should the Chicago White Sox Get Manny Ramirez?

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As we creep ever closer to the September 1st waiver trade deadline, the Chicago White Sox have some tough decisions to make.  They sit 4.5 games in back of the Twins, with arguably a tougher schedule remaining: ten games alone against the Yankees and Red Sox and another west coast road trip that historically has poor results.  With the offense sputtering, is it time for GM … [Read more...] about Should the Chicago White Sox Get Manny Ramirez?

Rios and Konerko SNUBBED, Matt Thornton makes AL All-Star Squad

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Is this insane? No Paul Konerko or Alex Rios from the Chicago White Sox on the American League All-Star squad? Konerko, however is one of the five AL finalists in the Major League All-Star Game Final Vote. GO HERE to get him in. (By doing it the Chicago Way- "vote early, vote often," we've had good luck getting Scott Podsednik and A.J. Pierzynski in the game in year's past, … [Read more...] about Rios and Konerko SNUBBED, Matt Thornton makes AL All-Star Squad

Chicago White Sox 1st Qtr Report Card: Position Players

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As Chicago White Sox trade rumors become more frequent than talk of LeBron James signing with the Chicago Bulls, it’s time to hand out first quarter grades to the Chicago White Sox. As May draws to a close, the major league baseball season is 25% over.  Perhaps these grades will inspire our players to get a passing grade. Maybe they can optimize summer school, … [Read more...] about Chicago White Sox 1st Qtr Report Card: Position Players

Chicago White Sox News and Notes

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By Soxman Yes Chicago baseball fans, I’m back from a long winter’s nap, To talk Sox rumors, to dispel some of the flap. Who will our teams trade, and who might they acquire? Will we be buyers, or sellers by fire. So grab your Sox Snuggie and drink some egg nog, Soxman is here with an overdue blog. The Bears stink.  The Bulls and Hawks?  Well that’s Paul M. Banks' … [Read more...] about Chicago White Sox News and Notes

Hawks Find Leadership in Youngster Toews

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By Paul M. Banks When the Chicago Blackhawks named 20 year old center Jonathan Toews their team captain last off-season, he became the youngest guy in the NHL (third youngest in league history) to wear the capital “C” on his jersey. With this honor came the responsibility of taking accountability to the media grilling after games, including the tough losses when no … [Read more...] about Hawks Find Leadership in Youngster Toews

Spring Training Sox Exchange

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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