By Scott Merkin Courtney Hawkins, Chicago’s top pick in the 2012 Draft, is just one member of a quartet of talented outfielders — and friends — who share the goal of reaching the bigs. …read more
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Darvish to start Tuesday against White Sox
Yu Darvish will make his first Cactus League start on Tuesday against the White Sox (2:05 p.m. CT). Darvish allowed a run in his only inning of work last Tuesday in the intrasquad game. …read more
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White Sox land Gillaspie in trade with Giants
By Scott Merkin The White Sox added a left-handed hitter and a third baseman on Friday in acquiring Conor Gillaspie from the Giants in exchange for Minor League right-hander Jeff Soptic. …read more
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Rienzo pushes forward following his suspension
By Scott Merkin Picture a kid on Christmas morning, opening his presents and getting everything he possibly wanted. That sort of happy reaction presents just a small sample of Andre Rienzo‘s demeanor every day during White Sox camp. …read more
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Wise proud of The Catch, yearns for team success
By Scott Merkin Being known for The Catch certainly doesn’t bother White Sox outfielder Dewayne Wise, but he has bigger plans than resting on past heroics. …read more
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Peavy, Dunn pick White Sox camp over national squad
By Barry M. Bloom The White Sox could have had two of their key players on Team USA’s roster, but for various reasons, right-hander Jake Peavy and designated hitter/first baseman Adam Dunn opted not to play in the World Baseball Classic. …read more
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Rowand's connection to White Sox unbroken
By Scott Merkin Aaron Rowand’s legacy on Chicago’s South Side embodies the organization’s philosophy and still resonates with White Sox fans.
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White Sox add first baseman Anderson off waivers
By Paul Casella The White Sox on Friday added depth to their infield, acquiring left-handed first baseman Lars Anderson off waivers from the D-backs.
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La Russa, former White Sox remember party of '83
By Ethan Asofsky Those who were part of the ’83 Sox team will never forget it, even after the franchise finally broke its World Series title drought in 2005.
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Opening Day nod? Sale says Peavy, Peavy says Sale
By Scott Merkin It’s a good thing White Sox manager Robin Ventura, pitching coach Don Cooper, general manager Rick Hahn and the rest of their respective staffs will be picking the Opening Day starter. If the decision was left to Jake Peavy and Chris Sale, the debate might linger right up until the first pitch on April 1.
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Could be big year for White Sox Mitchell
As far as internal left-handed-hitting help for the White Sox, don’t overlook Jared Mitchell, the team’s top pick in the 2009 First-Year Player Draft, who received rave reviews for where he was offensively coming out of instructional leagues.
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White Sox feel fans' pain of tough finish
Since 1996, the White Sox have nine second-place finishes, four third-place finishes, three division titles and one historic World Series crown in 2005.
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La Russa recalls camaraderie of '83 club
By Ethan Asofsky In a solemn week of reflection, Tony La Russa stopped to find old friends. He returned to Chicago, the birthplace of his managerial career, to be with members of the 1983 White Sox at SoxFest on Friday at the Palmer House Hilton.
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White Sox sign free-agent reliever Lindstrom
Matt Lindstrom made his first official appearance as part of the team during SoxFest on Friday after agreeing to terms on a one-year, $2.3 million deal with a $4 million club option or $500,000 buyout for 2014.
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Charitable efforts earn White Sox 2012 Patterson Award
By Cash Kruth On Friday at SoxFest, the White Sox were presented with the 2012 Steve Patterson Award for their Volunteer Corps Program, which has brought together more than 5,500 fans, players, coaches, and club executives to assist underserved Chicago neighborhoods through volunteer work since its inception in 2009.
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White Sox add to bullpen by signing Lindstrom
By Paul Casella The White Sox added a veteran reliever to their bullpen on Friday, signing right-hander Matt Lindstrom to a one-year contract with a club option for 2014.
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Reed enters '13 hungry for more success
By Scott Merkin While making sales calls on Thursday, White Sox closer Addison Reed discussed his expectations for the upcoming season.
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Right-hander Stewart returns to White Sox
By Zack Meisel The White Sox brought right-handed pitcher Zach Stewart back to Chicago on Thursday, claiming the 26-year-old off waivers from the Pirates.
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No longer a rookie skipper, Ventura ready for 2013
By Scott Merkin Robin Ventura never coached or managed at any level before replacing Ozzie Guillen prior to the 2012 campaign. He proved to be a natural in the position, leading the White Sox to first place in the American League Central Division for 117 days.
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White Sox celebrate Volunteer Corps anniversary
By Scott Merkin While President Barack Obama took the oath of office as part of the Inauguration Day activities, the man also known on the South Side of Chicago as the White Sox “First Fan” was honored from afar by his favorite baseball team.
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