Adam Dunn...

We all know how painful it was to watch Adam Dunn over the past season.  It seemed to make more sense to give the Sox an automatic out rather than have Dunn walk up to the plate.  To his credit, unlike most professional athletes in the same position, Dunn did not hide from the fact he was struggling.  To put things into perspective, according to baseballreference.com in 2010, Dunn's Slugging Percentage was .536 and in 2011, it was a mere .277.  This is a man who agreed to come to the White Sox from the national league and take on the role as a designated hitter.  The best part is he signed for over $50 million. 

A frustrated Dunn recently commented on last years performance by saying “It doesn’t matter where you go, everyone is talking about it.  I realize that comes with that, but I really can’t wait for Opening Day.”  It is obvious that Dunn wants to improve from last season and hopes to be successful with the Sox.  With a new coaching staff in place, and a fresh season, all the tools for success are available to Dunn; all he needs to do is perform.  Let’s hope the offseason has provided all the players, including Dunn with enough time to relax and prepare for the upcoming season. 

Spring is in the Air!

With temperatures in Illinois reaching 50 degrees today, baseball fans all over are finding themselves wondering when spring training is going to start.  One cannot help but hope our guys are out there getting loose and tossing a baseball around.  Spring training brings up many concerns for Chicago White Sox fans.  How will Ventura manage?  Will he be better than Ozzie?  How will we do without Buehrle?  These are all questions that should be answered in the early days of Spring Training. 

Robin Ventura is sure to attract a lot of fans, many who may have given up on the Sox in recent years.  A new skipper with new ideas and new players will attract the attention, and criticism of many sports enthusiasts.  Ventura has many issues to address starting from Day 1 down in Glendale, AZ.   Not only is he going to start his first year as manager of the White Sox, but he is also starting his first year of his managerial career.  At least with Ozzie we knew what we were getting, manager wise. Or did we?  Good or bad, Robin’s first season with the Sox will be interesting to watch.  Good Luck Robin!

Slowly, the days are getting longer and spring training is quickly approaching.  It is of utmost importance that players and coaches both stay motivated toward winning.  This may be a difficult year for White Sox fans as Kenny Williams seems to be restructuring the team but we have to hope for the best. 

Pitchers and catchers report February 22!