The ABS system was first used in the independent Atlantic League in 2019. Here is the view from the video board during a AAA MilB game in 2023. | Erica Denhoff/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Are we taking technology too far? Major League Baseball is taking a significant step towards modernizing the game by introducing the automated ball-strike (ABS) challenge system … [Read more...] about The automated ball-strike challenge system is coming to spring training
White Sox Reacts Survey: Last-place and losses check
Kyle Rivas/Getty Images OK, it’s time, we want to know how well you think the South Siders will bounce back in 2025 Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the MLB. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Chicago White Sox fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. Cactus League play is … [Read more...] about White Sox Reacts Survey: Last-place and losses check
Today in White Sox History: February 20
On this day 82 years ago, the AAGPBL was born. Women players get A League of Their Own 1943Although not a White Sox note per se, still a fun, Chicago/Midwest-based one: The charter for the All-American Girls Softball League (AAGSL) is drawn up, by Cubs owner Philip Wrigley and Brooklyn Dodgers exec Branch Rickey. The two men were anticipating the major leagues being … [Read more...] about Today in White Sox History: February 20
Chicago White Sox announce 2025 spring training schedule
Hold your hats! Fans can watch seven games for FREE on CHSN! The Chicago White Sox, in collaboration with Chicago Sports Network (CHSN) and ESPN Chicago (AM-1000), have released their schedule for the 2025 spring training broadcasts, bringing baseball directly to fans for FREE! Uncle Jerry ponied up to give you a taste of the new season just before he makes you pay for it. … [Read more...] about Chicago White Sox announce 2025 spring training schedule
Today in White Sox History: February 19
Liam Hendriks’ recovery from TJS rendered him just a charity volunteer during his first year in Boston, after signing there on this day one year ago. This spring, he’ll be competing for the closer’s job. | Billie Weiss/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images Liam, mid-TJS recovery, leaves for Boston 1985 The White Sox traded Roy Smalley back to his longtime Minnesota Twins for … [Read more...] about Today in White Sox History: February 19