The Most Overrated & Underrated Position Players in Baseball

As we steamroll toward the 2011 campaign, let’s take a look at the five most overrated and underrated position players in the game today, sticking with guys who have at least three seasons in the big leagues.

Fantasy Baseball: Busts for 2011

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This year, there are several potential busts for 2011 who fantasy owners should stay away from. Among the names: Derek Jeter, Paul Konerko, Jayson Werth, John Buck, and many more.

Fantasy Baseball: The Lucky & Unlucky Hitters and Pitchers of 2010

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Breaking down the unlucky and lucky players of 2010 – including Paul Konerko, Aramis Ramirez, Tim Hudson, Jonathan Papelbon, and many more – and using this analysis to gain insight into the upcoming fantasy season.

Previewing the White Sox-Twins series that will decide the AL Central

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The White Sox host the Twins in a Tue-Thurs series that will determine the AL Central. Jerod highlights the pitching matchups, offers predictions for each game, and implores the White Sox, “Don’t stop now boys.”

Paul Konerko, Alex Rios Screwed by Joe Girardi (Update: …and the Players)

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Paul Konerko and Alex Rios of the Chicago White Sox have legitimate beef with Yankees manager Joe Girardi about not making this year’s All Star team.

Paulie Powers White Sox to 9th Win in a Row, Striking Distance of 1st Place

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Led by a sterling pitching performance from Mr. June himself Gavin Floyd, plus an 8th inning home run by Paul Konerko, the White Sox beat Atlanta again and in the process notched their 9th straight victory.

Step Off the Ledge! History Suggests a Strong June Turnaround for the White Sox

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The White Sox undoubtedly need a monster June to position themselves to compete for a division title during the second half of the season, and there are plenty of legitimate statistical reasons to believe that such a month is possible.

Hell Yeah! Hawk Harrelson Gets More Excited Than Usual Calling Paul Konerko’s Three Home Runs

During the second and third of Paul Konerko’s three home runs Tuesday night, the second being a grand salami, Hawk Harrelson adds in a jubilant “Hell yeah!” to his normal home run call.

40 Reasons Why The White Sox Are Going to the Playoffs in 2009

After a solid run to end the month of June, the 2009 playoff chances for the Chicago White Sox are looking much brighter. With Carlos Quentin set for a return around the All-Star break, there are plenty of reasons (40 in fact) to believe the White Sox can repeat as AL Central champions.

Jermaine Dye and Paul Konerko Make History By Going Back-to-Back for 300th Career Homeruns

Paul Konerko and Jermaine Dye hit back-to-back homeruns, the 300th career homerun for each, today against the Detroit Tigers. It marks the first time Major League Baseball history that two teammates reached a century milestone in back-to-back at bats.

White Sox – Tampa Bay Rays ALDS – Game Three Preview

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The White Sox have their backs against the wall again and are at home. So basically, they have the Rays right where they want them.

Chicago White Sox – Tampa Bay Rays | Game Two Preview

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Behind ace Mark Buehrle, and vets Jermaine Dye and Paul Konerko, the White Sox will beat Tampa Bay in Game two.

Chicago White Sox Beat Detroit – Play Minnesota Twins Today

The White Sox defeated the Detroit Tigers on Monday – play Minnesota today to determine AL Central champion.

Chicago White Sox, Mark Buehrle Beat Cleveland – Play Detroit Monday

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Mark Buehrle stepped up and led the Chicago White Sox over the Cleveland Indians. The Sox play Detroit on Monday.