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The White Sox play in what is now U.S. Cellular Field. The original field was built in 1991, and has been featured in numerous big name movies including “Major League II” and “My Best Friend’s Wedding.” Ozzie Guillen takes over the White Sox in his first career managerial experience. Guillen has played in the majors for years, so he knows his stuff, but this will be his first coaching gig on any level.
Estaban Loiaza comes off a career year in 2003 and looks to build upon it in 2004. Not many people expect him to win 21 games again this year, but he might have to with the loss of Bartolo Colon to the Anaheim Angels. Mark Buehrle will be asked to solidify his role as the number two on the staff, which means a win total in excess of 15 this season. Jon Garland and Scott Schoeneweis will fall in line as the three and four of the staff, but the fifth spot in the rotation is still a mystery.
The “Big Hurt” Frank Thomas looks to build on his MVP-caliber season of 2003, and all-star outfielder Magglio Ordonez is almost a lock to duplicate his .315-30-100 season of last year. Chicago will ask left fielder Carlos Lee to replicate his career year from 2003.
The biggest problem the White Sox might face this season, as well as many other seasons, might be the “lovable losers” who reside across town. The city of Chicago has seemingly adopted the Cubs as their team, even though the White Sox have been the more successful team over the years. The White Sox should be legitimate contenders in the AL Central and they can prove to the City of Chicago that the Cubs aren’t the only show in town.
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