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Berken strives to impress Cubs at Colorado

Cubs News - 19 hours 32 min ago
Jason Berken, who was claimed off waivers by the Cubs on Sept. 7, will toe the rubber Wednesday night at Coors Field in a matchup with Rockies lefty Drew Pomeranz.

Sappelt ignites slugfest loss with first career homer

Cubs News - 19 hours 52 min ago
Leading off for the first time this season, Dave Sappelt hit his first Major League home run and Starlin Castro belted his 14th but it wasn't enough as the Cubs lost, 10-5.

AL Central race up for grabs as it should be

White Sox News - Wed, 09/26/2012 - 03:26
For the White Sox and Tigers, they've been going on for a while. Now they're dead even with eight to play, and they're reminding us all why we love this stuff.

White Sox Path to the Postseason: Sept. 26, 2012

White Sox News - Wed, 09/26/2012 - 01:35
The White Sox are tied with the Tigers for first place in the AL Central with eight games to play.

Santiago gets nod for crucial finale vs. Indians

White Sox News - Wed, 09/26/2012 - 01:27
The White Sox have a week left to pull themselves out of their current skid and hold off the Tigers in the American League Central. Hector Santiago will face Justin Masterson and the Indians on Wednesday.

Sappelt gets look at leading off vs. lefty

Cubs News - Wed, 09/26/2012 - 01:24
Dave Sappelt is trying to impress on the Cubs that he can be a right-handed bat off the bench plus someone who could sub in the outfield.

White Sox fall into first-place tie with Tigers

White Sox News - Wed, 09/26/2012 - 01:20
The White Sox hit three solo home runs, but a missed double play in the fourth inning proved costly as the Indians took a 4-3 victory at U.S. Cellular Field on Tuesday.

Bowden credits regular work for recent roll

Cubs News - Wed, 09/26/2012 - 00:24
Cubs right-hander Michael Bowden has given up one run over 13 1/3 innings in 11 games this month.

Mural depicts heritage of baseball on South Side

White Sox News - Tue, 09/25/2012 - 23:15
The link between the White Sox, the history of black baseball in Chicago and the city's South Side has always been strong. That connection was unveiled Tuesday morning with the dedication of a mural depicting some of the greatest black players in Chicago and baseball history at the Lovana S. "Lou" Jones/35th St. Station.

Late-inning matchups important down the stretch

White Sox News - Tue, 09/25/2012 - 17:09
As the White Sox head into the final week of the regular season, late-inning matchups will play large part in manager Robin Ventura's decisions about the bullpen.

Johnson likes pressure of pennant race

White Sox News - Tue, 09/25/2012 - 17:09
Dan Johnson has delivered in clutch situations in the past and he hopes to have more opportunities with the White Sox during the season's final week.

In-game adjustments give Dunn edge

White Sox News - Tue, 09/25/2012 - 17:09
After striking out in his first two at-bats on Monday night, White Sox DH Adam Dunn made a couple adjustments with hitting coach Jeff Manto and then delivered two big home runs in a comeback victory.

Ventura shuffles rotation for final week

White Sox News - Tue, 09/25/2012 - 17:09
White Sox manager Robin Ventura has altered the starting rotation for the rest of the week to give his regular starters an extra day of rest. Chris Sale's final regular-season start will come Saturday against the Rays.

Photoshop Redo: Craftsman Makeover for a No-Frills Ranch

This Old House Tips - Tue, 09/25/2012 - 10:00
A relocated front door and a proper entry porch make this house more approachable

A Bath That's Still Narrow, But Brighter and Airier

This Old House Tips - Tue, 09/25/2012 - 10:00
Just a few extra feet and some clever reworking give a once hemmed-in space needed elbow room and a clean new look

10 Best Trees and Shrubs for Fall Color

This Old House Tips - Tue, 09/25/2012 - 10:00
Brighten your yard with fiery red and yellow autumn foliage

10 Uses for Pipe Insulation

This Old House Tips - Tue, 09/25/2012 - 10:00
Finished wrapping that plumbing? Here are 10 other ways you can make use of that foam sleeve

How to Build a Fire Pit

This Old House Tips - Tue, 09/25/2012 - 10:00
A cozy place to gather friends and family on cool nights—create one in a weekend

check radiators for leaks

This Old House Tips - Tue, 09/25/2012 - 10:00
Check around radiators for leaks, or damaged floors, which could be a sign of a leak or an incorrect pitch toward the return.—How to Give Your House a Yearly DIY Inspection

Dunn's two HRs keep White Sox alone in first

White Sox News - Tue, 09/25/2012 - 04:28
Adam Dunn hit his 40th and 41st home runs to help the White Sox end a five-game losing streak and maintain sole possession of first place with a 5-4 victory over the Indians on Monday night.