The Chicago White Sox jettisoned relief pitcher Scott Linebrink today to the Atlanta Braves in exchange for Kyle Cofield. The 34-year-old Linebrink went 3-2 with a 4.40 ERA for the White Sox last season. He recorded 52 strikeouts in 57 1/3 innings. However, his numbers seemed a lot worse than that? Maybe it's because he was limited mostly to mop-up duty perhaps? Opposing … [Read more...] about Scott Linebrink- HE GONE! White Sox and Atlanta Braves complete Swap
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White Sox Trade Rumors: The latest on Jackson, Dunn, and more
The 2010 Major League Baseball Trade Deadline is getting down to its final hours and despite other sites predicating that it would come and go quietly, the hot stove has heated up more than Bobby Jenks fastball in the last 48 hours. Edwin Jackson, Adam Dunn, Roy Oswalt, Scott Podsednik and Adam LaRoche, are just a few of the name floating into the White Sox seas. Here’s … [Read more...] about White Sox Trade Rumors: The latest on Jackson, Dunn, and more
Complete Guide to Chicago White Sox Trade Deadline Rumors
As the July 31st Major League Trade Deadline approaches, The Chicago White Sox could be actively working the phone lines in search of both pitching and hitting assistance. In the second episode of MLB network’s “The Club” which aired yesterday, GM Kenny Williams indicated he’s used to being a buyer, not a seller. While this interview was conducted in May when it … [Read more...] about Complete Guide to Chicago White Sox Trade Deadline Rumors
Chicago White Sox Trade Rumors: Sox GM looking for Lefty Bat?
Just when White Sox fans were waving their White Flags on the 2010 season, outstanding performance in inter league play has the White Sox within striking distance of the AL Central lead. Riding a hot streak of outstanding pitching and just enough hitting to win, White Sox GM Kenny Williams recently told reporters that if he adds any pieces to the team, he’ll be looking … [Read more...] about Chicago White Sox Trade Rumors: Sox GM looking for Lefty Bat?
Can the White Sox consider Buying Now?
White Sox Going From Buyers to Sellers?
With major league trade rumors beginning to be kicked around more than soccer balls in the World Cup, the Chicago White Sox recent four game winning streak has some beginning to recall their white flag trade proposals, and instead have visions of checkered flags into the post season. Which will the Southside see first? Kenny Williams firing Ozzie Guillen or the Sox … [Read more...] about White Sox Going From Buyers to Sellers?
If White Sox Raise White Flag
If GM Kenny Williams were to wave the white flag on the 2010 season in June, White Sox fans could get an extended look at some future franchise cornerstones. By Soxman As the White Sox fall further in the AL Central standings, whispers of White Flag trades begin to swirl among fans at U.S. Cellular Field. For reasons ranging from bloated salaries to pending free … [Read more...] about If White Sox Raise White Flag
White Sox Pushing Self Destruct Button for GM Kenny Williams
By Soxman White Sox fans may not always agree with the moves GM Kenny Williams makes, but they know he is a man of his word. Ask his index finger, it once proudly displayed the 2005 World Championship ring to Cubs fans, and often becomes itchy around the trading deadline. Now it seems to be hovering over the 2010 season self-destruct button. We can't say he didn’t … [Read more...] about White Sox Pushing Self Destruct Button for GM Kenny Williams
Chicago White Sox News and Notes
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
White Sox Trade Doesn’t Answer Buyer or Seller Question
By: Soxman The question on every White Sox fan's mind as the major league trade deadline approaches...“Will Kenny Williams be a buyer or a seller?” Yesterday’s trade of minor league first baseman Brandon Allen for relief pitcher Tony Pena really didn’t answer the question either way. Pena, 27, is 5-3 with a 4.24 ERA (16 ER/34.0 IP) and one save in 37 relief appearances … [Read more...] about White Sox Trade Doesn’t Answer Buyer or Seller Question