In 2023, the Chicago Cubs finished 83-79, under the guidance of manager David Ross. They did not make the postseason. After replacing Ross with Craig Counsell this offseason, they finished 83-79 and out of the playoffs once again. Counsell's contract is worth $40 million over five years, the richest ever in Major League history for a manager. So despite the fact that nothing … [Read more...] about Jake Peavy Says Replacing David Ross with Craig Counsell a ‘knee jerk reaction’
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Jake Peavy on How Close He Came to Joining the Cubs
You have probably heard this story before- Jake Peavy, recently coming off a Cy Young/Triple Crown season in 2007, and convinced that he was soon headed to the northside of Chicago, sang “Go, Cubs, Go” at a Las Vegas bar during the 2008 Baseball Winter Meetings. But according to the man himself, the signing, like the trade itself, never actually happened. … [Read more...] about Jake Peavy on How Close He Came to Joining the Cubs
Chicago White Sox Will Win the AL Central
For the first time in almost a month, the White Sox share first place in the American League Central with the Detroit Tigers. Now with the most optimism a White Sox fan with ulcers from the stresses of watching his team can muster, believes: The Chicago White Sox will win the AL Central. … [Read more...] about Chicago White Sox Will Win the AL Central
White Sox selling UGLIEST souvenir cup ever (photo)
For years, the merchandise of the Raiders, L.A. Kings and the White Sox has been associated with gang members. The silver and black and/or olde English script has been a favorite within the genre of gangsta rap for a long while. This cup, now available at U.S. Cellular Field, only further increases the "street" association with the Sox ballclub. Which might be cool if it wasn't … [Read more...] about White Sox selling UGLIEST souvenir cup ever (photo)
White Sox Home Opener is Here!
In all the years I’ve been a White Sox contributor for the Sportsbank.net there has never been a season where expectations for the team has been lower as the words “new era” and “rebuilding” are frequently associated with the team. As a matter of fact most experts and sports periodicals pick the southsiders to be among the worst teams in the game. So in a year where there is … [Read more...] about White Sox Home Opener is Here!
White Sox front office operations: a look inside
Get ready for the 2012 Chicago White Sox season with a look inside how things are done in the front office. For those of you who have ever wondered how the Sox or any MLB team for that matter gets built, we bring you the insight of Dan Fabian, White Sox Director of Baseball Operations. He was gracious enough to join us on conference call. Transcript provided by South Side … [Read more...] about White Sox front office operations: a look inside
White Sox season outlook: causes for optimism?
Last preseason held very high hopes for the Chicago White Sox. In 2011, most publications ranked them in the top 10, often top 5 in MLB power rankings entering the year. This year, you'll see them in the high 20s across the board in pretty much all publications. ESPN picked them dead last, and Sports Illustrated predicted they'll lose 95 games. The offseason saw the departure … [Read more...] about White Sox season outlook: causes for optimism?
White Sox Adam Dunn: WORST. SEASON. EVER. Fire Ken Williams!
Manager Ozzie Guillen was let go by the Chicago White Sox last week, but the man who should have been cut was GM Kenny Williams. Williams has made so many bad trades, and HORRIBLE free agent signings that he was the one who really deserved to be cut. Why? He wasted all that money on Adam Dunn, Alex Rios and Jake Peavy- all ludicrously overpaid underachieving wastes of space … [Read more...] about White Sox Adam Dunn: WORST. SEASON. EVER. Fire Ken Williams!
Alex Rios a HUGE Reason White Sox Aren’t Winning the AL Central
The Chicago White Sox should be closer to the division lead than they currently are. One of the big reasons, Alex Rios. He is hitting .215 with 8 homers and 32 runs batted in. He has 23 walks and 54 strikeouts and 52 runs scored. Sox manager Ozzie Guillen has moved him up and down the lineup throughout the year, nothing has sseemed to worked. He is hitting .280 with 0 homers … [Read more...] about Alex Rios a HUGE Reason White Sox Aren’t Winning the AL Central
White Sox Fire Sale? Edwin Jackson traded to Blue Jays, Danks and Floyd on Trading Block
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
