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White Sox Fans Need to Show Up or Shut Up for Tigers Series

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Let’s be honest White Sox fans, despite our place in the standings, the Detroit Tigers have owned the Chicago White Sox this year in every sense of the word.  The Tigers have swept the Sox in back-to-back series, crushed us in home attendance and since the beginning of the season have received all of the attention, praise and post season backing from media outside of Chicago.  … [Read more...] about White Sox Fans Need to Show Up or Shut Up for Tigers Series

Chicago White Sox Opening Day U.S. Cellular Field Review

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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

White Sox Home Opener is Here!

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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!

Will Ozzie Guillen Manage The Florida Marlins? Kenny Williams be fired?

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As the Chicago White Sox continue to let the AL Central slip away, White Sox fans are beginning to demand changes. Both General Manager Kenny Williams and Manager Ozzie Guillen are drawing the angst of White Sox Fans. With the Florida Marlins getting set to open a new stadium next season, Ozzie living in Florida in the off-season and his ties to the Marlin’s organization, could … [Read more...] about Will Ozzie Guillen Manage The Florida Marlins? Kenny Williams be fired?

White Sox Signings Show Sights Set on Series Run in ’11

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Two months into the off-season, Chicago White Sox brass offered no clue as to the direction they were taking the team in 2011.  This week, they not only revealed their plan, but made roster moves with the passion and vigor of a Black Friday shopper seeking a $300, 40-inch TV. Bobby Jenks? He gone!  Scott Linebrink? Traded to Atlanta.  J.J. Putz, declines arbitration and … [Read more...] about White Sox Signings Show Sights Set on Series Run in ’11

5 Reasons Why the White Sox Should Resign Paul Konerko

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The 2010 baseball season is not even over and the Chicago White Sox are still in the race for the American League Central crown. So why should any White Sox fan start thinking about 2011? Team captain and offensive leader Paul Konerko will be an unrestricted free agent at the end of the season that's why. While some may argue that it is time to turn the page on the Sox slugger … [Read more...] about 5 Reasons Why the White Sox Should Resign Paul Konerko

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?

Chicago White Sox September Call-up Possibilities

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The 2010 MLB trade deadline has passed and while the Chicago White Sox may have landed another diamond(back) in the rough in Edwin Jackson, the August waiver trade process will define whether or not the White Sox get their much coveted left-handed power bat. Even if the Sox don’t make a trade they could get a boost from an often over-looked source: September roster … [Read more...] about Chicago White Sox September Call-up Possibilities