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The White Sox are currently hosting an online auction on www.whitesox.com featuring Northern Illinois University baseball gear autographed by several members of the 2008 White Sox. Six items are available to fans during this auction with all proceeds benefiting the Northern Illinois University February 14 Scholarship Fund.
*NIU helmet autographed by Jermaine Dye, Ozzie Guillen, Paul Konerko, AJ Pierzynski, Nick Swisher, and Jim Thome.
*NIU cap and baseball autographed by Jim Thome.
*NIU cap and baseball autographed by Mark Buehrle.
*NIU jersey autographed by Jose Contreras, Joe Crede, Jermaine Dye, Ozzie Guillen, Bobby Jenks, Paul Konerko, Scott Linebrink, AJ Pierzynski, Nick Swisher, Jim Thome, and Javier Vazquez.
*Autographed Paul Konerko White Sox road jersey.
*Autographed Jermaine Dye White Sox bat.
In case you missed it, the White Sox announced the unveiling of a special statue honoring Billy Pierce on Monday, July 23, prior to the Sox-Tigers game at U.S. Cellular Field. The Pierce statue will be located in centerfield alongside the other lifesize statues honoring Carlton Fisk, Charles Comiskey, Nellie Fox, Luis Aparacio, and others.
1. LF Pablo Ozuna
2. CF Darin Erstad
3. DH Jim Thome
4. 1B Paul Konerko
5. RF Jermaine Dye
6. 3B Joe Crede
7. 2B Tadahito Iguchi
8. C A.J. Pierzynski
9. SS Juan Uribe
Just a reminder that we will have our first White Sox game on the season on WGN-TV this Friday at 3pm. Hawk & DJ will call the action as the Sox host the Cubs from Tucson Electric Park.
White Sox closer Bobby Jenks threw only nine pitches on Wednesday before reporting stiffness in his shoulder. A day later, Jenks told everyone not to worry about this spring training setback.
As the White Sox gathered for their first full-team workout on Thursday, manager Ozzie Guillen used his time with the media to lay out clear expectations for the coming season, while seeking to dispel some inaccuracies about his managing style.
White Sox outfielder Jermaine Dye is entering the last year of his contract, but he says it is not a given that he will be gone from the team after the season. Instead, he hopes to find a way to stay with the team through the end of his career.
Scott Podsednik's injury and his recovery time were at the top of the news in Tucson on Tuesday. White Sox manager Ozzie Guillen talked about the need for trust and caution with the Sox leadoff hitter.
Sox manager Ozzie Guillen was in rare form after Tuesday night's must-win over the Tigers. After the game, he talked about Freddy Garcia, had some fun with pitch-tipping, and looked at the games ahead.
Hawk Harrelson will miss tonight's game on WGN. Hawk was the featured guest at a special "Voices Of The Game" seminar at the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, NY, earlier today. For more on the interview with Hawk and author Curt Smith, visit the www.baseballhalloffame.org.
Former Sox star pitcher Jack McDowell does us a big favor and fills in tonight. When he's not following baseball, Jack is actually working on a specialty line of baby clothing with his wife and knits the baby hats for the outfits himself. To see more and get a glimpse of Jack's daughter Molly, visit www.soapymouth.com.
Listening to ESPN's Day Game on Wednesday, my stomach turned every time I heard the SportsCenter promo howling about who should be the MVP - Derek Jeter or David Ortiz.
Hello, East Coast. Not even a mention for Jermaine Dye?
*Dye has been consistent throughout the year with at least 6 HRs and 16 RBIs in each month.
*He ranks in the top five in batting average (5th), HRs (3rd), RBI (4th), total bases (2nd), slugging % (2nd), and OPS (3rd).
*Dye is batting .417 with 7 HRs and 13 RBIs vs. Detroit, .360 vs. the Yankees, and .321 vs. the Twins.
*He has been AL Player of the Week twice and finished 2nd in AL Player of the Month in August.
The Minnesota Twins appeared way out of the race in early June, but since have dug in and now trail the Tigers by only 4 games in the AL Central and lead the Sox by 1 1/2 games in the race for the American League wild card. Before Saturday's game, manager Ozzie Guillen discussed his admiration for their style of baseball.
Don't forget that the White Sox wives are holding a special food drive on Sunday at U.S. Cellular Field to aid the Chicago Food Depository. Special collection boxes will be set up at various gates as fans get the chance to pitch in and help.
It wasn't Mark Buehrle's night again on Monday. The Angels broke open a close game with 3 runs in the 7th and went on to win 6-3. After the game, Ozzie Guillen thought his ace did OK, even as his record fell to 9-10.
Ozzie Guillen Happy With Buehrle After Monday's Loss To Angels
The Twins finished off a sweep of the White Sox with a 7-3 victory on Wednesday. After the game, Ozzie Guillen, Mark Buehrle, and Paul Konerko talked about the team's struggles.
Twins Sweep Struggling Sox
It's the busiest time of the year for White Sox general manager Kenny Williams as the July 31 trading deadline approaches. Numerous rumors have been circulating about what the Sox might do next, including a trade for Alfonso Soriano - is he serious or playing poker trying to drive up the price for other would-be suitors?
The White Sox championship ring not only is a sight to see, but it's sleek design actually makes it wearable, unlike some of the other oversized rocks of recent World Series winners.
Now, the Sox are making it possible for fans to have a chance to own the exact same ring the players and front office. The team is raffling off three authentic World Series rings, complete with the winners last name personalized with the last name of each winner.
A maximum of 100,000 raffle tickets will be sold with all proceeds going to the Chicago White Sox Charities. Each ticket is $20 and can be purchased at U.S. Cellular Field or online at www.whitesox.com. The raffle closes on July 31.
Sox ring numbers: Mrs. Jerry Reinsdorf designed the rings. She also designed all six Bulls Championship rings. *432 rings and 163 pendants were made for White Sox players, staff, and employees. *There is only one version of the 2005 World Series Championship ring. *Josten's of Princeton, IL produced the rings. *The rings and pendants are made of 14-karat yellow gold with a 14-karat white gold insert and a White Sox logo crest on a black onyx base stone. *Each ring and pendant contains 95 brilliant diamonds of various sizes equalling over two carats.
No, not you Michael Barrett. The White Sox are trying to organize a campaign where the rest of us get on the Internet at MLB.com and vote for AJ Pierzynski as the 32nd man on the American League All-Star squad. AJ was all for the idea:
In the latest segment of "As Ozzie's World Turns", today the Sox manager was queried about his teams hitting prowess. Leaving town on the wrong end of a three-game sweep, the Cardinals apparently were still smarting. There were unnamed allegations from St. Louis in the paper today that accused the Sox of stealing signs from center field. Ozzie Guillen was having none of it before tonight's game.
Ozzie Guillen Refutes Claims Of Sign Stealing
Baseball Writers Dave Van Dyck and Scott Merkin Discuss Ozzie Guillen
White Sox manager Ozzie Guillen was suspended for Thursday's game as a result of the hit batters in Tuesday night's game. He was also fined by MLB for his comments in the ongoing battle with Jay Marriotti.
Guillen Comments on Fine and Suspension
The White Sox bats show no signs of cooling down. They pounded St. Louis again last night and scored 8 runs or more for the 6th straight game. Afterward, they talked about their recent success.
White Sox Blast Cardinals Again
Manager Ozzie Guillen is not backing down on his comments regarding Sun-Times columnist Jay Mariotti, but he did take time before last night's game to clarify them and apologize to any group that might be offended.
Guillen Apologizes for Mariotti Comments
The White Sox championship ring not only is a sight to see, but it's sleek design actually makes it wearable, unlike some of the other oversized rocks of recent World Series winners.
Now, the Sox are making it possible for fans to have a chance to own the exact same ring the players and front office. The team is raffling off three authentic World Series rings, complete with the winners last name personalized with the last name of each winner.
A maximum of 100,000 raffle tickets will be sold with all proceeds going to the Chicago White Sox Charities. Each ticket is $20 and can be purchased at U.S. Cellular Field or online at www.whitesox.com. The raffle begins this Friday, April 14 and closes on July 31. Sox ring numbers: *Mrs. Jerry Reinsdorf designed the rings. She also designed all six Bulls Championship rings. *432 rings and 163 pendants were made for White Sox players, staff, and employees. *There is only one version of the 2005 World Series Championship ring. *Josten's of Princeton, IL produced the rings. *The rings and pendants are made of 14-karat yellow gold with a 14-karat white gold insert and a White Sox logo crest on a black onyx base stone. *Each ring and pendant contains 95 brilliant diamonds of various sizes equalling over two carats.
There are still plenty of chances to see the World Championship trophy in person and even get a picture with it. The U.S. Cellular Trophy Tour visits these sites in the coming days:
April 20 - 9900 Joliet Road - Countryside - 4-7pm
April 24 - 102 Danada Square West - Wheaton - 4-7pm
April 25 - 6839 Dempster - Morton Grove - 4-7pm
April 26 - 5712 W. Touhy - Niles - 4-7pm
April 27 - 3030 W. Il Route 60 - Mundelein - 4-7pm
April 28 - 15829 S. LaGrange Rd - Orland Park - 4-7pm
Bring your own camera and batteries. A $10 donation to White Sox Charities and the United Way is requested for a photo with the trophy.
The White Sox championship ring not only is a sight to see, but it's sleek design actually makes it wearable, unlike some of the other oversized rocks of recent World Series winners.
Now, the Sox are making it possible for fans to have a chance to own the exact same ring the players and front office. The team is raffling off three authentic World Series rings, complete with the winners last name personalized with the last name of each winner.
A maximum of 100,000 raffle tickets will be sold with all proceeds going to the Chicago White Sox Charities. Each ticket is $20 and can be purchased at U.S. Cellular Field or online at www.whitesox.com. The raffle begins this Friday, April 14 and closes on July 31. Sox ring numbers: *Mrs. Jerry Reinsdorf designed the rings. She also designed all six Bulls Championship rings. *432 rings and 163 pendants were made for White Sox players, staff, and employees. *There is only one version of the 2005 World Series Championship ring. *Josten's of Princeton, IL produced the rings. *The rings and pendants are made of 14-karat yellow gold with a 14-karat white gold insert and a White Sox logo crest on a black onyx base stone. *Each ring and pendant contains 95 brilliant diamonds of various sizes equalling over two carats.
Sox fans - don't forget that individual game tickets go on sale tomorrow at 10am. Use whitesox.com or call 866-SOX-GAME.