Chicago White Sox

Chicago White Sox reassign bullpen coach Art Kusnyer

10/05/2007, CHICAGO -- The Chicago White Sox announced that the contract of third base coach Razor Shines will not be renewed for the 2008 season, and bullpen coach Art Kusnyer has been reassigned within the organization. White Sox Manager Ozzie Guillen will conduct the search for both replacements.

Shines, 50, originally was hired by the White Sox on June 21, 2000. He managed for six seasons in their Minor League system before being hired as the Sox third base coach on Oct. 31, 2006.    » read more »

10/03/2007, CHICAGO -- The Chicago White Sox have outrighted outfielder Luis Terrero and left-handed pitcher Paulino Reynoso to Class AAA Charlotte. In lieu of accepting the assignment, Terrero has declared free agency.

Terrero, 27, batted .231 (27-117) with five home runs and 12 RBI in 61 games with the White Sox in 2007. He was signed by the Sox as a free agent on Nov. 3, 2006.

Reynoso, 27, went 3-0 with a 4.09 ERA (10 ER/22.0 IP) and 18 strikeouts in 21 relief appearances with Class AAA Charlotte this season.

Source: MLB

09/29/2007, CHICAGO -- The Chicago White Sox have agreed to terms on a two-year, $12.5 million contract extension with catcher A.J. Pierzynski. Pierzynski still will receive a salary of $5.85 million in 2008 as called for in the final year of the three-year contract he signed with the White Sox on December 19, 2005. Under terms of the extension, he will be paid $6.25 million each year from 2009-10.    » read more »

09/26/2007, CHICAGO -- The Chicago White Sox have announced the club's 2008 regular-season home schedule, with the White Sox opening their 18th season at U.S. Cellular Field against the Minnesota Twins (April 7, 9 and 10).

The White Sox are scheduled to face Colorado (June 13-15) and Pittsburgh (June 17-19) at U.S. Cellular Field in interleague play. It marks the first time the Rockies and Sox play in Chicago. The Sox host the New York Yankees (April 22-24) and the Boston Red Sox (Aug. 8-11).    » read more »

09/24/2007 -- Chicago White Sox third baseman Josh Fields has been named the Bank of America Presents the American League Player of the Week for the period ending September 23rd. Bank of America, the Official Bank of Major League Baseball, is the presenting sponsor of the American League and National League Player of the Week Awards, which reflect the company's long-standing tradition of recognizing achievements that inspire us all to seize opportunities to perform at our very best.    » read more »

Team will honor fans and pay tribute to player milestones during final series of the season

09/25/2007, CHICAGO -- In recognition of the tremendous support from fans this season, the Chicago White Sox have designated the final series of the year as "Fan Appreciation Weekend."

As the White Sox begin the final homestand of the season on Tuesday, September 25, the team has the fifth highest paid attendance in franchise history - 2,489,719 - and is on the verge of potentially passing the fourth (2,581,091 in 1993) and third (2,681,156 in 1992) highest marks.    » read more »

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Royals, White Sox will visit Detroit to begin next season

09/21/2007, DETROIT -- With the final homestand of the 2007 regular season set to begin tonight, the Detroit Tigers on Friday released the home portion of their 2008 Championship Season schedule.

Fans can access the entire home schedule online at www.tigers.com beginning at 5 p.m. (EDT) today. The Detroit Tigers also expect to distribute copies of the 2008 home schedule to fans attending the Minnesota series, which begins on Monday night at 7:05.    » read more »

09/16/2007, CHICAGO -- Jim Thome of the Chicago White Sox hit his 500th career home run today vs. the Los Angeles Angels.

Jim Thome, 37, hit a game-ending, two-run homer on a 3-2 pitch from Dustin Moseley in the ninth inning to become the 23rd player in major-league history to reach the milestone and just the 10th left-handed batter. Of the 16 eligible players with 500 home runs, 15 are in the Baseball Hall of Fame.    » read more »

09/11/2007, CHICAGO -- The Chicago White Sox and manager Ozzie Guillen have agreed to terms on a multiyear contract extension through the 2012 season, Chicago White Sox general manager Ken Williams announced this afternoon.    » read more »

Online series of stories highlights the fan experience

09/11/2007, CHICAGO -- During the final three weeks of the season, the Chicago White Sox will recognize and pay tribute to fans for their support and loyalty, along with highlighting their personal experiences, by featuring a series of stories by fans and about fans on the team's website.

The first in the series, which starts today, features the story of two lifelong White Sox fans, a husband and wife, and a gesture of theirs that symbolized the feelings of many fans after the tragic events of September 11.    » read more »

09/05/2007, CHICAGO -- The Chicago White Sox have hired creative agency Energy BBDO (Chicago) to serve as the organization's advertising agency of record.

"The White Sox are extremely thrilled to start the new relationship with Energy BBDO as our advertising agency partner," said Brooks Boyer, White Sox vice president and chief marketing officer. "We sincerely believe they will help the team deliver to fans an original and passionate viewpoint of Chicago White Sox baseball."    » read more »

09/04/2007, CHICAGO -- Prior to tonight's game at Detroit Tigers, the Chicago White Sox purchased the contract of right-handed pitcher Lance Broadway from Class AAA Charlotte and recalled left-handed pitcher Heath Phillips from Charlotte.

Broadway, 24, went 8-9 with a 4.65 ERA (80 ER/155.0 IP) and two complete games in 26 starts with the Knights in 2007. He tied for fourth in the International League in IP and lasted at least 6.0 IP in 18 outings.    » read more »

"Sox for Troops" campaign asks fans to donate new socks

09/04/2007, CHICAGO -- The Chicago White Sox have partnered with the USO (United Service Organizations) of Illinois to help the recovery of the nation's heroes who suffered injuries during war. White Sox fans will have the opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of military personnel currently at combat support hospitals through the "Sox for Troops" campaign.    » read more »

Cleveland Indians' star Grady Sizemore backs Neighbor-to-Neighbor effort, asks fans to contribute

08/31/2007, CLEVELAND -- Direct Energy and the Cleveland Indians are asking Tribe fans to bring more than their enthusiasm to Sunday's match-up against the Chicago White Sox. Tribe followers are requested to also come with non-perishable food items that can be donated to assist Ohio flooding victims.    » read more »

- Post-game movie on scoreboard for all fans featuring Robert Redford and Robert Duvall
- For $10 on-field experience upgrade, Cleveland Indians fans can purchase a special package to watch a movie on Jacobs Field and receive popcorn and a soft drink

08/28/2007, CLEVELAND -- The Cleveland Indians today announced Family Movie Night, at Jacobs Field on Saturday, Sept. 1 at 7:05 p.m. when the Tribe plays host to the Chicago White Sox. All fans will receive an Indians Fleece Blanket upon entering the ballpark, courtesy of The Plain Dealer.    » read more »