An article earlier this week on Fox Sports Web site suggested that Ozzie Guillen's job may be in jeopardy because of the White Sox's dismal performance so far this season. In case you've been vacationing on planet Mars in recent weeks, all the Sox relievers, with the exception of Bobbie Jenks, tanked at the same time in mid May and saw their collective ERA balloon to nearly 9.00. The Sox offense has had its share of problems too. They are last in the American League in runs scored and batting average, which has baffled many baseball analysts. No one expected a team with Paul Konerko, Jim Thome, Jermaine Dye and Joe Crede to have such cold bats. Injuries to Darrin Ersted, Scott Podsednik, Pablo Azuna and Joe Crede have hurt the team, especially at the top of the lineup. It's difficult to generate any kind of momentum when nearly half of your roster is filled with Triple A players. I'm not quite sure what will turn things around for the White Sox this season. They're lucky to be only 10 games out at this point.
After witnessing the lifeless White Sox lose 16 of their last 19 games I am beginning to wonder if and when the Sox will hold their White Flag sale. While Guillen says no at this point, things can change in a big hurry, especially if they don't start winning any time soon. Expect to see Mark Buerhle and Jermaine Dye gone by the All-Star Break. (I can feel my heart breaking already.)
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