Friday, March 29, 2024

Interview: Kenny Williams: Mastermind

There were skeptics when Kenny Williams was hired as the White Sox general manager in 2000. There are no more questions. It's clear Sox chairman Jerry Reinsdorf made the right move when he promoted Williams and his burning desire to win. With a World Series title under his belt and the Sox competing for another, he has become the model for what a GM should be.

Cubs win on ’70s Night

It was '70s Night at Wrigley Field Tuesday, and for some reason, most fans decided to celebrate by wearing clown wigs and random big hats. But on this most special of occasions, what was most obvious during the Cubs 9-3 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks is that if you have been umpiring since the '70s, perhaps it's time to retire.

Ozzie to throw out first insult at Gay Games

Last month, Guillen found himself embroiled in controversy when he called Sun-Times columnist Jay Mariotti a "fag." This time, however, his putdown will be encouraged.

Sox, Pirates battle it out in ‘Hitsburgh’

The White Sox and Pittsburgh Pirates put on an offensive showcase for the half-capacity crowd at PNC Park yesterday afternoon, racking up 14 hits each in what turned out to be a surprisingly spirited match up. Even more surprising was the fact that the Pirates actually won a game.

Cubs lose to pitcher with mispelled name; Confused official scorer goes on a rampage

The Milwaukee Brewers beat the Cubs 5-4 Thursday, taking the series three games to one on an afternoon riddled with misspellings.

Sox sneak past Bucs in seventh

The Pittsburgh Pirates set a new team record against the White Sox Wednesday night, but it wasn't one they'll look back on fondly. The South Siders handed the Bucs their lucky 13th straight loss—the most for the club since the handlebar mustache was in style among baseball players—with a come-from-behind victory.

Lee’s homer saves the day as Cubs beat average team; Chicago celebrates victory against...

After going winless at home for the month, the Cubs finally found the cure for their ailments Wednesday—a washed up opposing reliever.