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Paul Sullivan Speaks!
The Chicago Tribune's Sox beat writer offers his perspective on the team, the fans, and his "dream job" covering our Pale Hose. WSI's Mark Liptak poses the questions!
Lee wearing Sox's patience thin
4/28... The Tribune reports that Sox LF Carlos Lee has been given enough time to bust out of his enlogated slump, and now the team's patience is starting to wear out.
I'm a Believer!
Oakland dampened the spirits of all Sox Fans, but WSI's Hal Vickery is a believer! Now about that lingering issue of home attendance...
April 28... Ugliest of sweeps.
It would have been simpler if the Sox simply forfeited and caught an early flight home. Oakland wins 10-0 for the sweep.
Struggles in Oakland, West Coast continues
4/28... The Tribune reports that yesterday's 16-1 loss is just another in a long series of nightmares the Sox have had on the West Coast the last few years.
Shades of 2000
The 2002 season seems more and more to parallel the glorious 2000 Sox campaign. However, WSI's Dan Helpingstine also sees parallels to 1994, too. Not good!
Buehrle, Howry making due without best stuff
4/27... The Tribune reports that Bob Howry no longer possess his great fastball and Mark Buehrle has been struggling to find his nasty sinker, but both pitchers have adjusted.
Sox prove spring critics wrong
4/27... The Tribune reports that the Sox pitching staff is proving that the horrid display of pitching shown this spring really was a fluke.
Vizquel's comments on Belle make ex-mates' ears perk up
4/27...The Daily Herald, reports that comments made by Omar Vizquel and the rebuttle by Albert Belle have the former Indians on the Sox shocked.
Beating the Tribe's drum!
Six of seven wins over Cleveland is good enough for most Sox Fans, and WSI's Dave Schmitt is no exception. Plus Kenny's moves and sticking up for Comiskey, too. One more Sox Fan's opinion!
Alomar: We are a baseball machine
4/26... CBS reports Sox catcher Sany Alomar, Jr. is very impressed with this team, as the Sox beat Cleveland yesterday, 6-3.
Manuel says Rauch getting nod Friday
4/26... CBS reports Sox manager Jerry Manuel is giving Jon Rauch the start over Jim Parque in tonight's showdown against Oakland.
Rauch getting start Friday
4/25... The Tribune reports that even with the recall of veteran Jim Parque, Jon Rauch will remain in the starting rotation... for now.
Wright holds onto starter's role
4/25... CBS reports that Dan Wright's job was on the line last night in Cleveland, but he dominated Cleveland to hold onto it, for now.
We own Cleveland
4/25... The Tribune reports it was business as usual for the Sox, beating Cleveland 6-3, and winning their 6th of 7 meetings with the 'Toons thus far.
That's Wright! Sox in first!
4/24... The Tribune reports that behind a dominating Dan Wright, the Sox pounded Cleveland, 9-2 and now hold a 1-game lead in the division.
Ritchie's A game stops Indians
4/24...The Daily Herald, reports that Todd Ritchie, did what his manager always said, and that is to bring your "A" game!
Will Sox give Ventura a welcome home?
4/23... The Tribune reports that while the Sox haven't made any formal announcements yet on Robin Ventura's first game back at Comiskey, Frank Thomas thinks he'll be welcomed back warmly by the fans, at very least.
Ritchie shuts down Tribe in 5-1 win
4/23... The Tribune reports that Todd Ritchie, the Cal Eldred of 2002, once again shut down Cleveland in the Sox's 5-1 win.
Questions on future arising
4/23... The Tribune reports that with the quick start by Kenny Lofton, questions are being raised about his future with the Sox, as well as Ray Durham and Joe Borchard.
MLB may let teams trade draft picks
4/23... The Tribune reports that baseball is considering letting teams trade draft picks, but there are pros and cons to the proposal.
April 23... Outduel the Tribe!
Todd Ritchie goes eight full innings allowing just three hits and one run, outdueling Bartolo Colon and leading our Sox to a 5-1 victory!
Rauch to remain in rotation for now
4/23...The Daily Herald, reports that while Jim Parque may indeed be close to coming up, Jon Rauch will remain the starting five.
Rauch unable to take advantage of run support
4/22...The Daily Herald, says that Sox rookie Jon Rauch was unable to capitalize on his early run support.
MOR(e) ON Sox Attendance!
The Sox complete their first successful series at home, and the Chicago media wastes no time covering the REAL story, their compulsive infatuation with empty seats at Comiskey. WSI's Dan Helpingstine offers the most insightful column on the subject Sox Fans will find anywhere.
April 21... Blistering victory!
The Sox send twelve men to the plate in the first inning, score eight runs, but need three more in the seventh to put away Detroit, 12-8 the final
Thomas getting comfy with bat again
4/20... The Tribune reports that after a subpar start, Frank Thomas has tinkered with his stance, and is staring to hit the ball well again.
Sox bomb Detroit
4/20... The Tribune reports the Sox's bats were the only thing hot at Comiskey, raining four homers on the Tigers in a 12-5 laugher over Detroit.
Foulke assures bullpen is fine
4/19... The Tribune reports close Keith Foulke is assuring fans that the Sox bullpen is fine, and Paul Sullivan gripes about attendance again... Go figure.
Tigers turn tables on Sox
4/19... The Tribune reports that one day after sweeping Cleveland out of town, the Sox found themselves on the wrong side of an 8-2 final against the hapless Tigers.
A Better Ballpark for Sox Fans!
A third phase of renovations at Comiskey is carried out, while the Cubune plays hardball with the neighborhood, wrapping their ballpark in ugly plastic. WSI's Hal Vickery wonders how Sox Fans will respond in the final segment of this series.
Lofton looking like steal of the year
4/19... CBS reports that CF Kenny Lofton is being grossly underpaid at $1.025 million for the Sox this year after sparking the Sox's offense to an explosion over Cleveland.
Sox notes and quotes
4/19... CBS reports that the Sox may soon carry 11 pitchers, while minor leaguers Joe Crede, Willie Harris, and Tim Hummel may be called up as well as other Sox relates notes and quotes.
Canseco trying to make a comeback at AAA Charotte
4/19...When Jose Canseco parted company with the White Sox at the end of last season, general manager Kenny Williams left the welcome mat out.
A Ballmall for Chicago?
The Sox succeed in building a modern new ballpark to compete in the modern era, but troubles become obvious almost immediately. In part two of his three-part series, WSI's Hal Vickery recounts the failed expectations of New Comiskey.
April 18... Broom the Tribe!
The Sox complete the three-game sweep of Cleveland with another convincing victory, 7-1 at Comiskey. Todd Ritchie picks up his first win with our beloved Pale Hose!
Canseco agrees to minor league contract with White Sox
4/18...He's back! Former Oakland A's slugger Jose Canseco has signed a minor league deal with the Sox.
Struggling Thomas changing his stance
4/18...The Daily Herald, says that in the White Sox' two-game sweep at Detroit last week, Frank Thomas thought he finally find the sweet spot with his swing.
How are these guys 11-3?
4/18... CBS reports the Sox, backed by Mark Buehrle's stellar performance, are looking like the potential division champ in this series, winning again, 7-2.
White (hot) Sox take second straight from Cleveland
4/17... The Tribune reports that the combo of Mark Buehrle and the Sox offense was too much for the Indians to take. Sox take the second of the three-game set, 7-2.
Comiskey crowd returns to normal
4/17... The Tribune reports that after Tuesday's rowdiness, Comiskey fans mellowed out to watch the Sox club Cleveland, 7-2.
Rauch secures #5 spot
4/17... CBS reports that while Jon Rauch's first MLB start wasn't anything spectacular, he did do enough to secure him the fifth slot in the starting rotation.
Sox notes, quotes
4/17... CBS reports that center fielder Kenny Lofton isn't the only ex-Indian to don the Pale Hose pinstripes recently; however, Lofton has been quieter than former Cleveland departures and other Sox notes and quotes!
Chicago's Ballparks
Jerry Reinsdorf bought the Sox, and the Tribune Company bought the Cubs within months of each other in 1981. In the first of this three-part series, WSI's Hal Vickery contrasts the early years for each ownership group, the fate of two franchises tied to their respective ballparks.
April 17... Sending a message!
Mark Buehrle falls behind allowing two first inning runs, then shuts the door as the Sox offense carves up Cleveland. Their ten-game winning streak has turned to a two-game losing streak playing our Sox!
Rout of Indians has White Sox smiling
4/17...The Daily Herald, says that when you throw in a nine run inning, and a pitcher falling down the steps, it's tough to not crack a smile.
Dealing with Denial
The Sox organization has made significant strides to overcome fan discontent that was building through the 1990's. Now WSI's Dan Helpingstine suggests perhaps the team ought to take the next step and come out of denial about the roots to lingering fan resentments.
Buehrle hopes Manuel lets him go full 9
4/16... The Tribune reports Sox ace Mark Buehrle wants Jerry Manuel to loosen his tight limits on pitch counts.
Sox-Indian gets star treatment
4/16... The Tribune reports that the Sox-Indian game is getting priority over the Cubs-Expos and Bulls-Hornets games tonight on Fox Sports Net.
Sox ready for Tribe
4/15... The Tribune reports that the Sox, winners of six of their last eight games, are confident going into their upcoming series with the 'Toons.
Garland, Sox destroy Baltimore, 13-4 in series finale
4/15... The Tribune reports the Sox had no problems taking the series finale against Baltimore thanks to key performances by Jon Garland and Paul Konerko.
Rich Lindberg's Word Association!
WSI's Mark Liptak plays a bit of word association with Sox historian Rich Lindberg! What brand was wadded up in ace Joe Horlen's cheek? The answer might surprise you!
Control problems haunt Wright
4/15... CBS reports that the control problems that haunted Dan Wright last year haunted him again yesterday in the Sox's 9-4 loss to Baltimore.
Sox felt they could come back... too bad they didn't
4/14... The Tribune reports that even though the Sox were down big to Baltimore, the team remained positive they could make a comeback... but they didn't.
Konerko busts out of slump, Sox win
4/13... The Tribune reports that Paul Konerko couldn't have picked a better time to remember how to hit, capping a 2-run 8th inning as the Sox defeat Baltimore, 4-3.
Rich Lindberg Speaks!
Richard Lindberg is Chicago's foremost authority on Sox history, author of such popular Sox Fan titles, as Who's on Third, Stealing First in a Two-Team Town, and The White Sox Encyclopedia. Rich discusses Sox baseball with our own Mark Liptak, another WSI exclusive!
Sox open home schedule on right (or is that left?) foot
4/13... The Tribune reports that young southpaw stole the spotlight in Friday's Home Opener, as well as silence any doubters about his role as Sox ace.
Sox put offensive balance on display in home opener
4/13...The Daily Herald, says that while the "big 3" didn't do much with the bat, the rest of the lineup did.
Thomas appreciates warm reception
4/12... The Tribune reports that Sox DH Frank Thomas was moved by the warm welcome he recieved from Sox fans in his first game at Comiskey in nearly a year.
Buehrle shines as Sox win home opener
4/12... The Tribune reports that while the entire team played well, Mark Buehrle stole the show in the Sox's 5-2 Opening Day win over Baltimore.
Thomas happy after great reception in opener
4/12...The Associated Press, says Sox slugger Frank Thomas is happy after a great reception in the Sox home opener
April 12... REAL Baseball!
The White Sox show Chicago how baseball is meant to be played, a terrific 5-2 victory with plenty of Sox heroes. Welcome home!
REAL Baseball Returns!
A two-week road odyssey ends with the return of REAL baseball to the Windy City! WSI's George Bova recounts all the reasons tFor Sox Fans to dream big dreams, and minimize stomach distress.
Sox survive wacky roadtrip
4/11... The Tribune reports that after stops in Tucson, San Francisco, Milwaukee, Seattle, Kansas City, and Detroit, the Sox are very glad to be home.
Sox made right call starting Garland over Rauch
4/10... CBS reports the Sox made the right move in starting Jon Garland over Jon Rauch in today's win over Detroit.
April 10... Long Ball!
Detroit is still winless for the season and Sox Fans couldn't be happier. Frank Thomas leads an offensive attack more than enough to overcome pitching woes. Sox win 7-5.
Time to jump on the Wright bandwagon?
4/10... Tribune columnist Phil Rogers states that Dan Wright may be the starter the Sox need to get them over the top.
Sox spoil Luis Pujols' Detroit debut
4/9... CBS reports that Luis Pujols' debut as Tigers skipper was less than enjoyable as he watched his team suffer an 8-2 loss at the hands of our Sox!
Big Hurt Errors!
Frank impresses with his strength, and disappoints with his fielding. Is anybody surprised? Coaches who don't get the job done, and a manager canned for the same. WSI's Dave Schmitt shares his Sox Fan's perspective!
April 9... Wright's Stuff!
Danny Wright hardly needed the help, but Sox bats were smoking against knuckleballer Steve Sparks for a convincing 8-2 victory in Detroit.
