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Sox' Konerko matures into one of AL's best
5/31...The Daily Herald, reports that Sox first-baseman Paul Konerko, is quickly becoming one of the better players in the AL.
Thomas calls for steroid testing
5/29... The Tribune reports that Sox slugger Frank Thomas says that Ken Caminiti's and Jose Canseco's numbers are a little high... but there's only one way to find out for sure.
May 29... "O" sleeps, Buehrle loses win #9
The Sox get swept by the Yankees 6-3 as the bullpen blows the game for the second consecutive night. Late-inning comeback? Forget it.
Garland solid... bullpen not
5/28... The Tribune reports that starter Jon Garland was solid for most of tonight's game against the Yankees, but the bullpen left the door wide open for the loss.
May 28... "O" stalls, Garland victim
When the offense manages just two runs, you know seven innings of shutout ball probably isn't enough. Jon Garland is the victim as the Sox lose 4-2 to New York.
May 27... Bombed in the first
A six-run first inning blows this game for the Sox before many of the fans even reached their seats. Sox lose to New York 10-6.
Konerko credits Manuel for blistering start
5/26... The Tribune's Rick Morrissey reports that Paul Konerko has credited Jerry Manuel for helping him get off to such a hot start.
Sox, Ventura been fine since parting ways
5/26... The Tribune's Phil Rogers states that while losing fan favorite Robin Ventura (who makes his return to Comiskey Monday) was rough, both he and the Sox have been better off since parting ways.
Young guns not afraid of top teams
5/26...The Daily Herald, reports that the Sox young guns aren't afraid of the Red Sox, and the Yankees of the world.
So close, but no cigar for Glover
5/25... The Tribune reports no one is more upset with Gary Glover for not getting out of the fifth than Gary Glover and other Sox notes.
Sox put it all together, beat Detroit, 6-4
5/25... The Tribune reports that behind a solid outing from the bullpen and some timely hitting, the Sox are again hitting on all cylinders, as they cruised past Detroit, 6-4.
May 25... Bullpen delivers!
Kelly Wunsch induces a double-play grounder, and the Sox bullpen shuts down the Tigers the last 4.2 innings of the game. Sox win 6-4!
Team home run record in jeopardy? Plus, news on Simas
5/24... The Tribune reports the Sox are on pace to challenge the old team home run record, set in 2000. Also, news on ex-Sox reliever, Bill Simas.
Sox at the quarter mark!
Just over a one-fourth of the 2002 season has been completed. WSI's Mark Liptak reviews how the race is shaping up for the elusive South Side championship.
May 24... Buehrle cruises!
A six-game winning streak is broken up by Mark Buerhle, claiming his eighth victory of the season in a 12-1 thrashing at Comiskey.
White Sox 12, Tigers 1
5/24...The Associated Press, recaps the Sox easy 12-1 victory over those losers from Detroit. Too bad, ol' Scrap Iron wasn't here to see it!
Tribune exclusive! Mark Buehrle ace of Sox staff!
5/23... The Tribune breaks major news, announcing that Mark Buehrle is the ace of the Sox's young staff! Where DO they get their info from?
Chicago's anti-fans.
Let them believe they are "die-hards", Sox Fans know the rabble that follow the Lovable Losers are anything but fans of baseball. WSI's George Bova notes the latest photographic proof!
Buehrle to start Friday vs. Tigers in rotation switch
5/23...The Daily Herald, reports that Sox skipper Jerry Manuel, has decided to juggle up his starting rotation.
Boston abuzz after Garland masterpiece
5/23...The Daily Herald, reports that Boston is abuzz with talk about Jon Garland's outing last night. Chicago? Nah, Jesus pitched last night, so Jon's SOL.
Sox vs. Tigers, May 24-26
5/23... Totally Biased Series Update for the showdown between our first place White Sox and the Murder City Kitties at Comiskey Park this weekend!
Young pitchers getting job done
5/22... The Tribune reports that thanks to solid outings by Dan Wright and Jon Garland, the Sox management is looking smart for not getting another, expensive veteran.
May 22... Garland-mania!
Jon Garland was the best young pitcher in Chicago baseball Wednesday night, pitching a one-hitter into the ninth. His 2-0 victory over first-place Boston by our first-place White Sox will be completely overshadowed in Chicago's horse**** media.
In trouble early, Wright able to adjust and escape
5/22...The Daily Herald, reports that Danny Wright got into some trouble, but was able to get out of it.
J.C. Martin speaks!
J.C. Martin was fixture of Chicago baseball through the 60's and early 70's. In this WSI exclusive, Mark Liptak gets Martin's perspective on his years on the South Side and Sox baseball!
Wright, Maggs trounce Red Sox
5/21... The Tribune reports that behind a strong outing by Dan Wright and the offense of Magglio Ordonez, the Sox pounded Boston, 8-3.
Road warriors they aren't
5/20... The Tribune reports the Sox are having trouble on the road, and in the last few games aren't hitting the ball at all. Not a good plan to win baseball games.
Manuel looking forward to 'excellent series' at Fenway
5/20...The Daily Herald, reports that Sox manager Jerry Manuel is looking forward to some good baseball in Boston.
Strike Three
WSI's Dan Helpingstine recounts the sorry history of baseball's labor trouble and its ill effects on our Sox. Is the looming trouble of 2002 to be yet another example?
Thomas (2 homers) looks good backing Konerko in No. 5 spot
5/19...The Daily Herald, reports that the Sox have offense has become more powerful with Paul Konerko batting ahead of Frank Thomas.
May 18... Jihad on the Angels!
That Mickey Mouse outfit from Anaheim has been embarrassing our Sox a bit too much. So the Sox pounded them pretty well this time, 10-4 the final!
Garland wild at worst time as White Sox fall to Angels
5/18...The Daily Herald, reports that Sox starter Jon Garland wildness cost him Friday's ballgame.
Ordonez returns to lineup following brief hospital stay
5/16...The Daily Herald, writes that Magglio Ordonez returned to the Sox lineup on Tuesday after a brief hospital stay.
May 15... Listless effort.
A Frank Thomas solo dinger is one of only two hits the Sox can manage off Ismael Valdes and the mighty Texas Rangers. Sox lose 5-2.
Graffanino, Sox clobber Texas
5/15... The Tribune reports that behind the best game of Tony Graffanino's career, the Sox snapped their 4-game losing streak, drubbing Texas 15-4.
West Coast Post Mortem
What to do to fix the trouble every time the Sox travel to the west coast? No firm answers, but WSI's Dave Schmitt has plenty of opinions!
Jose, we hardly knew you... for now
5/14... The Tribune reports that a day after announcing his retirement, Jose Canseco is preparing to write a tell-all book about his life in the bigs.
Thomas struggling to superstar regain form
5/14... The Tribune reports that Frank Thomas is still struggling to find his magical swing, despite being six weeks into the season.
Feast or famine so far for White Sox
5/14...The Daily Herald, reports that with the Sox it's either pitching for a game, or hitting for a game, not both.
Ordonez (sore back) expected to be in lineup Tuesday
5/13...The Daily Herald, reports that Sox slugger Magglio Ordonez, will return to the lineup on Tuesday.
Hope springs eternal!
How much wear and tear on the bullpen will the poor outings by the Sox starting rotation have on the '02 Sox? WSI's Dan Helpingstine offers a historical perspective, courtesy former Sox GM Roland Hemond!
May 12... Swept again.
The Sox couldn't hold a lead and twice couldn't keep the game tied either. Eleven hits go for naught, a 4-3 loss in the ninth inning at Anaheim.
Five run first sinks Garland
5/12... The Tribune reports that the Sox night was all but over after giving up five runs in the first inning of last night's loss.
Bobby Hill up! World Series coming!
CHEESES_H_RICE and CHISOX353014 make a satirical comment about the nonsense coming from the north-side following Bobby Hill's promotion to the Flubs.
No trades in near future
5/11... The Tribune reports that White Sox GM Kenny Williams has said the Sox are not in the market to pull the trigger on a deal right now.
Worst. Loss. Ever. (Seriously)
5/11... The Tribune reports on the Sox's record setting performance last night in Anaheim. You really wouldn't have thought a team in an 80-year-plus World Series drough could top itself, eh?
Maybe another pitcher?
Though the Sox rebounded nicely from the debacle in Oakland, it's becoming more obvious another pitcher is needed for the rotation. The shuttle to Charlotte has started! This and more from WSI's Dave Schmitt.
White Sox looking to end run of futility on West Coast
5/10...The Daily Herald, reports that the Sox will attempt to end their string of horrible play on the west coast.
Honel's Class A Grade? A
5/9... The Tribune reports that Kris Honel, the Sox's first round draft pick in 2001, has been lights out for Class A Kannapolis thus far.
May 09... Corpseball returns.
A no-name emergency starter for Texas mows through the Sox line up in a manner all too familiar to Sox Fans. Sox lose 4-1.
Alomar's dizzy spells related to heart
5/9...The Daily Herald, reports that Sox starting catcher Sandy Alomar has a medical condition that the Sox didn't know about, until now.
Konerko vs. Cameron
The Sox traded one for the other back in 1998. Now critics suggest it was a lousy move. WSI's Andrew Ritchie runs the numbers and doesn't like the results. The debate rages on!
May 08...Buehrle Delivers!
Only an act of God could keep Mark Buehrle from completing nine innings towards winning his league-leading sixth victory. Sox win 5-3 over Texas!
Manuel pushing for Clayton as early Gold Glove candidate
5/8...The Daily Herald, says that Sox manager Jerry Manuel, thinks Royce Clayton should be a gold glove winner.
Sox longballs sink overpriced, overrated Texas
5/7... The Tribune reports that the Sox sunk the Rangers and their $105 million payroll with three homers. Sox win, 11-6!
Hitting, pitching, and karma
5/7... The Tribune gives 10 reasons why the Sox may very well be hoisting a Division Championship Banner (or more???) on Opening Day 2003.
May 07... Big Sixth lifts Sox!
An eight run blitz by the mighty Sox "O" in the sixth inning turns a fretful evening into a laugher for Sox Fans, an 11-6 win over Texas!
