Baseball is a sport enjoyed by almost every American and is usually called the national pastime. The game’s craze resulted in the development of many professional baseball leagues that were divided into National and American leagues. The Chicago White Sox baseball team plays in the American League’s central division. Being one of the two major leagues based in Chicago, the Chicago White Sox began as a minor league in Sioux City in 1983. Formerly known as the “White Stockings”, the team officially adopted its new name White Sox in 1904. To watch the team’s exciting upcoming performance, all you need to do is book your Chicago White Sox tickets in time. 

Many fans still remember Chicago White Sox, as “The Hitless Wonders”, a title they earned when their team won 1906 World Series against cross-town rivals Cubs. With this overwhelming win the first two decades saw the White Sox as one of the strongest teams in baseball. The 1917 World Series was again dominated by this Chicago team as its ace players Eddie Collins, Eddie Cicotte and Shoeless Joe Jackson created, a still unbroken 100 win club record. Followed by this the Chicago White Sox had a series of mediocre seasons until 2005 when they won their first World Championship in 88 years. Over the years the Chicago White Sox have shown some tremendous spirit and their do-or-die attitude has added to their achievements. Belonging to the south district, the team is often nicknamed "the South Siders". The Chicago White Sox had several team mascots, the latest one known as SouthPaw. Every Chicago White Sox game sees its mascot in the stadium, leading the fans into cheers.

The Chicago White Sox original stadium South Side Park was replaced by Comiskey Park in 1910, as the team’s owner Charles Comiskey felt the need to build a more modern stadium for his players. Big Ed Walsh who has his name in Baseball Hall of Fame, made this stadium his haven after assisting with the design and structure. The stadium has mastered in many groundskeeping tricks as the White Sox would change the outfield grass to suit their team conditions and strengths. The Chicago White Sox has won many games and titles on this ground. The team’s Hall of Fame players had spent their careers playing in this stadium, winning significant games for their team. In 1991 the stadium was demolished and renamed as U.S. Cellular Field. The management has developed one of the most high-tech stadiums in the game to facilitate its team. With a seating capacity of almost 45,000, the stadium displays the retired numbers of its ten prominent players.

Over the years the Chicago White Sox has produced some really great players. Many of its players have their names on Baseball Hall of Fame and include legends like shortstop Luis Aparicio, shortstop Luke Appling, second baseman Eddie Collins, Charles Chomiskey, shortstop George Davis, pitcher Red Faber, second baseman Nellie Fox, starting pitcher Ted Lyons, catcher Ray Schalk and pitcher Ed Walsh. Some of the other prominent players of the Chicago White Sox include seven times all-star Billy Pierce, five times all-star Carlton Fisk and two times Most Valuable Player award winner, Frank Thomas.

The Chicago White Sox team has progressed under the active leadership of its manager Ozzie Guillen, batting coach Greg Walker and pitching coach Don Cooper. Guillen, the former, three times all-star Sox player has guided the team to its more than one league titles. Walker’s direction has made the White Sox, AL leaders in homeruns. The guidance of these coaches has changed the teams’ dynamics, making it one of the top teams in American baseball league.

Finishing third in the division in 2009, the Chicago White Sox 2010 team looks strong. The teams starting pitching will definitely act as its strength and can give tough time to other pitcher dominant teams. The addition of Jake Peavy and perfect game specialist, Mark Buerhl has increased the expectations of the fans. As the team heads into the regular season, players like John Danks, Gavin Flyod and Freddy Garcia will have to give their best to take the Chicago White Sox to the next level. This year too it will be a tough division and the Chicago White Sox has to return to their winning ways to reach the playoffs.

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The White Sox is a Chicago Major League Baseball team that is situated in Chicago in the state of Illinois. In the American League’s Central Division, the White Sox play. As of 1991, the team has played in the U.S. Cellular Field. The White Sox has successfully won the World Series in 2005, when they defeated Houston Astros and beat them in four consecutive games. The team has a massive fan following in Chicago. Now the White Sox are scheduled to play live soon. This is the perfect opportunity for you to grab hold of the White Sox tickets, to enjoy a truly memorable game.

Chicago White Sox kicked off their 2016 MLB season quite confidently but was unable to be consistent in their performance. They finished the season with a 78-84 record and a winning percentage of .481. Now the spring training for the White Sox is about to start at the Camelback Ranch in Glendale. The coaching staff is focusing on upgrading the roster. Recently the team announced its minor-league contracts with eight non-roster players and disclosed the names of another eleven. The upcoming training sessions are sure to have some interesting performances.  

Chicago White Sox Rivals

Chicago Cubs

The Chicago White Sox have a historic and fierce rivalry with the Chicago Cubs. The games between the two sides have been given plenty of names over the years like the Crosstown Classic, Crosstown Series and The Windy City Showdown among others. Both teams represent different leagues. The White Sox are members of the American League whereas the Cubs are members of the National League. The fact both sides are based in the same city is right at the heart of this rivalry.

As of May 17, 2018, the White Sox and the Cubs have played each other on one hundred and fifteen occasions in the regular season. The White Sox just shade the head-to-head with fifty nine wins compared to the Cubs' fifty six triumphs. They have also played six games in the postseason and the White Sox lead that count 4-2 as well.

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