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Will Ozzie Guillen Manage The Florida Marlins? Kenny Williams be fired?

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As the Chicago White Sox continue to let the AL Central slip away, White Sox fans are beginning to demand changes. Both General Manager Kenny Williams and Manager Ozzie Guillen are drawing the angst of White Sox Fans. With the Florida Marlins getting set to open a new stadium next season, Ozzie living in Florida in the off-season and his ties to the Marlin’s organization, could … [Read more...] about Will Ozzie Guillen Manage The Florida Marlins? Kenny Williams be fired?

Ramirez Retirement: Final Instance of Manny Being Manny

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  In a shocking story, Manny Ramirez has announced his retirement from the great game of baseball after he was reportedly involved in an issue with the MLB drug policy. It's not clear if Ramirez tested positive for a banned substance, but if he did, he would then have to serve a 100-game suspension. Rather than face the prospects of sitting out for a good … [Read more...] about Ramirez Retirement: Final Instance of Manny Being Manny

Chicago White Sox: Offseason Additions and Subtractions

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Going after pitcher Jake Peavy in 2009 proved that the White Sox are serious about getting their ace in what has become an ace-happy league. This is something that their rivals, cough, cough – the Minnesota Twins, have refused to do. No, Minnesota, it’s been four years, Francisco Liriano is not an ace. Of course, the deal has been a major bust so far, as Peavy cannot stay … [Read more...] about Chicago White Sox: Offseason Additions and Subtractions

Patriots Loss is Vikings Gain: Systems Do Not Trump Talent

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Sometimes celebrities get caught up in their own press and are surrounded by “yes men.” In the sports world, the NFL is the king of television and ancillary revenue. Men like Roger Goodell and Bill Belichick are at the top of the spectrum in terms of power and public perception. No coach in the league has more of a mandate to give his input to ownership and management than … [Read more...] about Patriots Loss is Vikings Gain: Systems Do Not Trump Talent

Minnesota Twins Must Remain Aggressive

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The Minnesota Twins recently swept the Chicago White Sox in a series that was viewed as imperative for the South Siders. Every sports fan has been caught biting his or her nails at the conclusion of a football game when their coordinator makes the decision to go into a prevent defense. It usually end up in their opponent gaining enormous chunks of yards in short periods of … [Read more...] about Minnesota Twins Must Remain Aggressive

5 Reasons Why the White Sox Should Resign Paul Konerko

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The 2010 baseball season is not even over and the Chicago White Sox are still in the race for the American League Central crown. So why should any White Sox fan start thinking about 2011? Team captain and offensive leader Paul Konerko will be an unrestricted free agent at the end of the season that's why. While some may argue that it is time to turn the page on the Sox slugger … [Read more...] about 5 Reasons Why the White Sox Should Resign Paul Konerko

Ozzie, Kenny, Konerko Comment on Manny Ramirez Rumors

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If you follow baseball at all, and you've been paying attention today, then you've heard the rumors that the Chicago White Sox are interested in signing MLB superstar Manny Ramirez from the Los Angeles Dodgers. No news on this deal is even close to official yet, but here's what the respective leaders (General Manager, Field Manager, and Team Captain) of the White Sox had to … [Read more...] about Ozzie, Kenny, Konerko Comment on Manny Ramirez Rumors

MLB Championship Series showcase East/West Coast battles

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By Jake McCormick The MLB is resurrecting their own versions of the 90s rap battles between the East and West Coast. Both the National League and American League Championship Series feature matchups between teams roughly 3,000 miles away from each other. And from the storylines and talent on each team, the rest of the postseason will give similar career/entertainment boosts … [Read more...] about MLB Championship Series showcase East/West Coast battles

The Father, The Son, Aramis Ramirez, Amen.

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By Paul Schmidt The moment that the Cubs and their fans have waited for is finally here. The second coming of Jesus Christ himself, Aramis Ramirez, has returned to the Cubs lineup. Now they will start hitting! He’ll fix the budget crisis too!  And heal all the election tension in Iran!  I also heard he knows where Osama bin Laden is hiding and is, on his next off day, … [Read more...] about The Father, The Son, Aramis Ramirez, Amen.