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These guys could play for the hooligan leprechauns in any era
Owner: Bill Veeck CFO:
Charles Comiskey
Louis Aparacio
Nellie Fox
Lightning quick jumps, this CF defensive
specialist, was a leader with an all out attitude, on the 1959 "Go-Go Sox"
American League Champs.
The only Major Leaguer to play in 5 decades, Minnie is an icon to White Sox lore. A native Cuban, he could always be seen with a big toothy smile, while giving 100% at all times. A character, A White Sox.
"Shoeless" was a member of the
1919 American League Pennant winning Black Sox. Known more for his participation in
the throwing of the World Series, Joe was destined to 3,000 hits and a .350 lifetime
average. Joe is still not in the Hall of Fame, which is Baseball's loss. He
also lead the AL in triples 3 times. Definitely a White Sox kind of guy.
A strong arm Right Fielder, Harold exceeded 10 Assists 4 times. His knees gave out in '87, relegating him to DH. His lore, Bill Veeck discovered Harold at the age of 12, on Maryland's Eastern Shore. As a member of the 1983 Western Division Champions, it was one of ten 20 homer seasons, and one of seven 90 RBI seasons. His number 3 is retired.
Bill was a power hitting stallion in some very lean White Sox years. His 154 Home Runs were a club record until the '80s. Also, his 33 homers in 1971 led the league. Defense lacked, with 20 error seasons a norm. Bill is White Sox!
A defensive whiz, Willie led AL third basemen 21 times in either Put Outs, Assists, Double Plays or Fielding Percent.
An all around contributor, Buck played all infield positions as a key contributor to the 1919 Pennant winners. Buck's last season was 1920, he was dismissed from Baseball by Commissioner Landis for his participation in the 1919 scandal.
Luke was an expert with the bat. He once fouled off 17 pitches in one plate appearance, frustrating the opposition. Although no championships, Luke's grit and determination were constant, setting the standard for being a White Sox.
"Little Louis" followed Chico Carrasquel in a line of Venezuelan Shortstops to the Majors. His base running and defense were critical in the 1959 Pennant, demoralizing the opposition through robbery and theft. Louis is a White Sox icon.
Nellie teamed with Louis to provide one of the best double play combos ever. Defense was the strength, helping to manufacture runs, and just a tough all out pesona that got the job done. Nellie is all about being a White Sox.
Eddie was a leader on the 1917 World Series Winners. Exonorated of any involvement in the 1919 Black Sox, Eddie continued to utilize his speed leading the league in SB's twice. Defensively, Eddie's numbers were great. His leadership and attitude will bring winning to this all time great team.
Zeke was a short timer, but held the single season White Sox RBI record from 1936 until 1998. Zeke was a regular golden glover as well. In this all time line up, Zeke's numbers will only go up, with all the surrounding compliments.
Dick was also a short timer in difficult White Sox times, despite the circumstances, he was selected AL MVP. Dick also made a contriversial cover of Sports Illustrated, juggling 3 baseballs with a cigarette in his mouth, in the White Sox dugout. It was White Sox. He also looked solid in the red pin stripes!
A certain Hall of Famer, Frank already has two MVP's, and numerous league leading statistics. In the middle of this line up, he will certainly improve. Frank also led the White Sox to the 1993 Division Title. "Big Hurt" is just that!
Sherm was a member of the defensively solid 1959 Pennant Winners, solidifying the pitching staff, and all up the middle defenses with a league leading 14 DP assists. A steady, hard nosed competitor, Sherm is White Sox.
"Pudge" a leader and a competitor, a continued theme. A member of the '83 Division Winners, Pudge provided leadership through example. His handling of pitchers was superior, his toughness unquestioned. White Sox!
Ray was stability in one of the White Sox winningest eras. A clubhouse leader, Ray was a member of the last World Series Championship for the Sox, 1917. He handled pitchers exceptionally well and is a great contribution to this team.
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