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Opposition Research: James Fegan Talks Chicago White Sox

Lewie Pollis — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 20:00:01 +0000

Fresh off winning a three-game set against the Astros this weekend, the Cleveland Indians head to Chicago to face the White Sox on their home turf for the first time this year. So I talked to the always-delightful James Fegan, Editor of Southside Showdown, about the White Sox’ slow start, Brent Morel‘s collapse, and Alejandro De Aza‘s Konerko-like ability to tear the cover off the ball against the Tribe. (more…)

Series Preview: Cleveland Indians at Chicago White Sox

Merritt Rohlfing — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 17:00:33 +0000

At this early stage in the season, I get the feeling the Cleveland Indians are doing a pretty good job. Then I look at their record, and at 7-10, I feel like I’m being deceived. They’re swinging the bat well, there’s a definite positivity flowing out of the clubhouse, and I’m still quite excited to see where this all goes. Perhaps the schedule is a bit to blame, but the New York Yankees and Red Sox aren’t the forces you usually expect and the season has already included a series against the Houston Astros.

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Looking at the Competition: Chicago White Sox

Evan Vogel — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 19:00:58 +0000

The Chicago White Sox finished three games behind the Detroit Tigers in the AL Central in 2012, which is pretty devastating considering the club was in first place for 126 days and as late as September 25 before losing six of ten games to close out the season. Management and ownership couldn’t have been happier with Robin Ventura after his first season as a manager, especially due to his inability to stay out of the spotlight—something Ozzie Guillen never seemed to be able to do.

So, what’s in store for the Pale Hose in 2013, and what will the Indians need to be prepared for during their 18 meetings? (more…)