The best stat to determine a player's worth is WAR--wins above replacement--an analytical metric that was not available until relatively recently. The formula for WAR differs for position players and pitchers, and I'll lay it out in layman's terms.
The White Sox took my youth, my mental energy, and my money — all in one season As a White Sox fan who just turned 25, I realize that I have not been through nearly as much as other generations of fans.
Back in May, a post appeared on my timeline on Twitter dot com from my esteemed colleague Fitz Magic. It was a comparison of two players. The caption instructed me to “pick one.” The options?
With the current MLB season in limbo as the lockout continues, the only interesting baseball news so far has been the Hall of Fame voting. On January 25th, the results of the voting will be announced.
As the news regarding MLB’s lockout continues to provide little to no hope in terms of ending, I have found myself watching more old baseball highlights.
One of the most beloved people in the history of the Chicago White Sox is Paul Konerko. He was an electrifying hitter that played some outstanding first base.
Paulie arrives in town, while El Señor leaves. 1965 “El Señor,” manager Al López, resigned his position with the White Sox for health reasons. Perhaps the greatest manager in franchise history, López had nine winning seasons in his nine full-time years as manager.
After the sweep, a celebration! 2005 It was one of the largest turnouts for a championship celebration in Chicago sports history, as nearly two million people lined the parade route, according to the Chicago Police Department, in the downtown area/South Side, to honor the World Series champions.
A new GM in town, ready to deliver a title. 2000 Ken Williams was named the new White Sox GM, replacing the retiring Ron Schueler. Williams, a former Sox player, would bring passion and heart to the position.
Ordoñez and El Duque, attaining immortality. 2001 White Sox All-Star outfielder Magglio Ordoñez became the first player in American League history to have a season with a .300 average, 40 doubles, 30 home runs, 100 RBIs and 25 stolen bases.
One former player takes issue with his brethren being made to be scapegoats for baseball's current impasse.
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