A week into the 2012 season it is apparent that a new era has begun on the south side of Chicago. After several months of anticipation, White Sox fans finally had their chance to witness the team and the many new additions to the ballpark firsthand. This was our time to see a rebuilding team, to say goodbye to some of our favorite players and to formally embrace a new … [Read more...] about Chicago White Sox Opening Day U.S. Cellular Field Review
Robin Ventura
White Sox Home Opener is Here!
In all the years I’ve been a White Sox contributor for the Sportsbank.net there has never been a season where expectations for the team has been lower as the words “new era” and “rebuilding” are frequently associated with the team. As a matter of fact most experts and sports periodicals pick the southsiders to be among the worst teams in the game. So in a year where there is … [Read more...] about White Sox Home Opener is Here!
John Danks, Don Cooper and Jeff Manto Chat with White Sox Season Ticket Holders
As the ultimate reward for their loyalty, today the White Sox gave season ticket holders an unprecedented opportunity to chat with pitcher John Danks, pitching coach Don Cooper and new hitting coach Jeff Manto. The event was facilitated by long-time White Sox and Chicago Blackhawks public address announcer Gene Honda. … [Read more...] about John Danks, Don Cooper and Jeff Manto Chat with White Sox Season Ticket Holders
White Sox Hire Robin Ventura as Manager, More Shocking than Cubs Not Hiring Ryne Sandberg
As you've heard by now, the Chicago White Sox hired Robin Ventura as manager to replace Ozzie Guillen. In doing so they truly made a statement of what they are not; much more than what they are. They went from a manager of loud, politically incorrect public statements to one who is as mild-mannered, and bland/vanilla as possible. They also showed that they are not the … [Read more...] about White Sox Hire Robin Ventura as Manager, More Shocking than Cubs Not Hiring Ryne Sandberg
White Sox Bring back All-Star Robin Ventura as Farm System Advisor
It was announced in the past couple hours that the Chicago White Sox hired former All-Star and Gold Glove-winning third baseman Robin Ventura as special advisor to Director of Player Development Buddy Bell. Ventura will scout the Sox minor-leagues throughout the season, evaluating performances and reporting directly to Bell. "Robin's experience and expertise will be … [Read more...] about White Sox Bring back All-Star Robin Ventura as Farm System Advisor
Frank Thomas: The Greatest White Sox Hitter Ever
His number 35 may have been retired on Sunday, but the many stories of “The Big Hurt” Frank Thomas, the greatest hitter in White Sox history, will live on forever. As evident by the sellout crowd at U.S. Cellular Field, who lined up outside as early as 8:00 a.m. to get a bobble head in his likeness and see his induction into White Sox immortality, the name Frank Thomas and … [Read more...] about Frank Thomas: The Greatest White Sox Hitter Ever