In 2023, the Chicago Cubs finished 83-79, under the guidance of manager David Ross. They did not make the postseason. After replacing Ross with Craig Counsell this offseason, they finished 83-79 and out of the playoffs once again. Counsell's contract is worth $40 million over five years, the richest ever in Major League history for a manager. So despite the fact that nothing … [Read more...] about Jake Peavy Says Replacing David Ross with Craig Counsell a ‘knee jerk reaction’
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Jake Peavy on How Close He Came to Joining the Cubs
You have probably heard this story before- Jake Peavy, recently coming off a Cy Young/Triple Crown season in 2007, and convinced that he was soon headed to the northside of Chicago, sang “Go, Cubs, Go” at a Las Vegas bar during the 2008 Baseball Winter Meetings. But according to the man himself, the signing, like the trade itself, never actually happened. … [Read more...] about Jake Peavy on How Close He Came to Joining the Cubs
Jerry Reinsdorf Must Sell, White Sox on Pace to be Historically Bad
Jerry Reinsdorf, what on Earth have you done? How can a Major League Baseball team be metaphorically "out of it" well before the month of May even begins? Getting out of the gates 6-22 this season, the Chicago White Sox have been "done" since before the weather even warmed up. At 27-77, they're 50 games under .500, for the first time since franchise history since 1970, when … [Read more...] about Jerry Reinsdorf Must Sell, White Sox on Pace to be Historically Bad
Former White Sox First Round Pick Achieves Crash Davis Style Record
Bull Durham is perhaps the best written sports movie of all-time. Since Ron Shelton's classic came out in 1988, numerous passages of dialogue have been cited and interwoven into the baseball news of the day. Well, get ready for yet another citation. You might recall this exchange between Crash Davis (Kevin Costner) and Annie Savoy (Susan Sarandon). … [Read more...] about Former White Sox First Round Pick Achieves Crash Davis Style Record
Top 10 Most Memorable Promotions in Major League History
By Matt Lindner It’s safe to say that promotional nights these days ain’t quite what they used to be. Back in Bill Veeck’s heyday, owners didn’t just think outside the box – they flat out blew it up, and sometimes literally. Not so many people still remember those times. However, it’s a great topic for a history homework project and baseball cards. If you have the set of … [Read more...] about Top 10 Most Memorable Promotions in Major League History
Ozzie Guillen, of all people, praises Chicago Cubs rebuild
Former Chicago White Sox manager Ozzie Guillen is famous for despising Wrigley Field. He spoke of how the rats there are a big as pigs. Needless to say he's not the biggest Cubs fan, and the idea of his managing on the North side some day sounds ridiculous. But it might not be as crazy as you think. For now though Guillen is an ESPN Analyst and he talked with the media to … [Read more...] about Ozzie Guillen, of all people, praises Chicago Cubs rebuild
Biogenesis suspensions could benefit White Sox
The Biogenesis report and subsequent investigation by Major League Baseball led to 13 players being suspended on August 5. For the Chicago White Sox and general manager Rick Hahn, this could mean an increased interest in some of the current players for a potential trade before the waiver trade deadline on August 31. … [Read more...] about Biogenesis suspensions could benefit White Sox
White Sox White Flag MLB Trade Rumors
The Chicago White Sox announced recently that they will listen to offers for anyone on their roster with the exception of pitcher Chris Sale and first baseman Paul Konerko. In a recent question and answer session with the fans, most indicated that any player would be fair game if led to a better team in the long run. So the Sportsbank takes a look at possible locations for … [Read more...] about White Sox White Flag MLB Trade Rumors
White Sox Beckham engaged to Reality star Brittany Fletcher (photos)
Chicago White Sox second baseman Gordon Beckham is engaged to Brittany Fletcher, a medical device sales rep who starred in Amazing Race season 21. A few minutes ago brittanyfletchthe news: … [Read more...] about White Sox Beckham engaged to Reality star Brittany Fletcher (photos)
Former White Sox OF Andruw Jones arrested on Christmas for domestic violence
When Andruw Jones was with the Chicago White Sox he gave the fans a couple thrills. Most notably, his 400th career home run. He played with four more MLB teams, including the Atlanta Braves for 12 years, for which he is best known. Jones won 10 Gold Gloves during his career. But enough about that, it wasn't a very merry Christmas in the Jones household, in fact it was a … [Read more...] about Former White Sox OF Andruw Jones arrested on Christmas for domestic violence