I am once again convinced that time is a flat circle. According to Jon Heyman of the NY Post, the Chicago Cubs have checked in on old friend Cody Bellinger. Cubs checked in on old friend Cody Bellinger. They’re also known to be in touch with Bregman, Bichette and other top players. The incumbent Yankees remain in talks with Bellinger, their stated No. 1 priority. Mets, … [Read more...] about Cubs Have Reportedly Checked in on Cody Bellinger
NFC Notes: Trevon Diggs, Caleb Williams, Bears, Lions, Packers
Bears Bears QB Caleb Williams told reporters that Chicago is a team to be reckoned with and the former first overall pick is looking to make an impact in the playoffs for the first time in his career. “I think we’ve proven who we are,” Williams said, via BearsWire.com. “We’ll fight, and I think we’re a team to be reckoned with. I’m excited for this next game. I’m excited to go … [Read more...] about NFC Notes: Trevon Diggs, Caleb Williams, Bears, Lions, Packers
In memoriam: The White Sox’s other losses in 2025
In chronological order: Jeff Torborg Born: Nov. 26, 1941Died: Jan. 19, 2025Managed White Sox: 1989-91 Jeff Torborg managed 11 seasons in the majors, and only had a winning record in two of them. It just so happened that both came with the White Sox with whom he was the right man at the right time. As the White… The post In memoriam: The White Sox’s other losses in 2025 appeared … [Read more...] about In memoriam: The White Sox’s other losses in 2025
JAN. 4TH @SOXNERD WHITE SOX QUICKLIST: SOX 3RD BASEMEN WITH AT LEAST 20 DOUBLES IN A SEASON (SINCE 1920)
Robin Ventura eclipsed 20 doubles in a season six times as a White Sox third baseman. White Sox third baseman with at least 20 doubles in a season since 1920: 40— Willie Kamm 1923 38—Robin Ventura 1992 34—Pete Ward 1963 33—Yoan Moncada 2019; Yolmer Sanchez 2018 32—Kamm 1925 and 1929 31—Joe Crede 2003 and 2006; Gene Freese 1960; Connor Gillaspie 2014; Kamm … [Read more...] about JAN. 4TH @SOXNERD WHITE SOX QUICKLIST: SOX 3RD BASEMEN WITH AT LEAST 20 DOUBLES IN A SEASON (SINCE 1920)
TODAY (JAN. 4) IN WHITE SOX HISTORY: BURKS ON BOARD
Ellis Burks signed with the Sox on this date in 1993. Today (Jan. 4) in 1993, the White Sox signed outfielder Ellis Burks to a one-year contract in what proved to be a great move. Burks, who had struggled with back injuries during the later stages of his career in Boston , turned in a stellar season as the White Sox right fielder. Under the watchful eye of trainer … [Read more...] about TODAY (JAN. 4) IN WHITE SOX HISTORY: BURKS ON BOARD