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White Sox get past Cubs in ninth: CHICAGO - Gordon Beckham saw A.J. Pierzynski and Jim Thome sprinting after him, and just like that, his euphoria gave way to nerves.
Pierzynski's RBI single lifts White Sox: A.J. Pierzynski hit a two-out RBI single in the top of the ninth to give the White Sox a 5-4 win over the Brewers Sunday afternoon at Miller Park.
ChiSox blow lead then beat Tigers in 9th (AP):
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Brian Anderson parked himself on that nice black leather recliner in the center of the clubhouse. Not a bad place to spend a long rain delay. Manager Ozzie Guillen took a nap. Even so, these are far from relaxing times for the White Sox. Scott Podsednik hit an RBI single off Joel Zumaya with the bases loaded in the ninth inning, giving Chicago a 4-3 win over the Detroit Tigers on a rainy Thursday.
White Sox, Tigers exchange words: The benches and bullpens cleared briefly during the bottom of the fourth inning between the White Sox and Tigers on Tuesday night at U.S. Cellular Field after A.J. Pierzynski and Dontrelle Willis exchanged words.
Thome hits 550th HR as ChiSox defeat A's (AP):
White Sox's Jim Thome(notes), right, is greeted at home plate by Jermaine Dye(notes), left, after Thome broke a 2-2 tie with a three-run home run in the eighth inning of a baseball game against the Oakland Athletics in Chicago, Monday, June 1, 2009." align="left" border="0">
A.J. Pierzynski has watched Jim Thome come through in the clutch so many times, he never worries about the slugger when the pressure is on. Thome hit the 550th homer of his career in the eighth inning to put the White Sox ahead and Chicago went on to beat the Oakland Athletics 6-2 on Monday night. Pierzynski also homered and Scott Podsednik scored two runs for the White Sox, who won for the fourth...
Scouting report: Orioles vs. White Sox: Chicago took three of four from the Tampa Bay Rays this past weekend in a playoff rematch and has won six of its past eight games. Outfielder Carlos Quentin has picked up where he left off before he was injured last year as he leads the majors with seven home runs. He has homered in three straight games for the first time in his career. A.J. Pierzynski is one homer shy of 100 for his career. Right-hander Bobby Jenks has been one of the most effective closers in the American League since the start of the 2006 season, saving 114 games. However, he has blown five saves in 11 opportunities against the Orioles and has an 8.49 career ERA against them. The White Sox went 5-4 against the Orioles last season.
Danks, Dye lift White Sox past Rays 3-2 (AP):
Chicago White Sox closer Bobby Jenks, right, high-fives A.J. Pierzynski, left, and Paul Konerko after the White Sox defeated the Tampa Bay Rays 3-2 in a baseball game Thursday, April 16, 2009, in St. Petersburg, Fla." align="left" border="0">
Ozzie Guillen doesn't know what it is about Tropicana Field. His Chicago White Sox just don't seem to be able to score a lot of runs in the domed stadium. Even on a night when they had 14 hits, including Jermaine Dye's two-run homer that highlighted a 3-2 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays. "It's hard to believe," Guillen said Thursday night, noting the problems his team had here last season, including...
Thome, Griffey carry White Sox to AL Central crown: Thanks to Jim Thome's bat and Ken Griffey Jr.'s arm, the AL Central has a winner at last: the Chicago White Sox. John Danks pitched eight innings of two-hit ball, Thome homered and Griffey threw out a runner at the plate with a tough tag by A.J. Pierzynski, helping Chicago beat the Minnesota Twins 1-0 in a 163rd-game tiebreaker for the division title Tuesday night.
White Sox end Jays' win streak at 10 (AP):
Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Roy Halladay wipes the sweat from his forehead during the fifth inning of their baseball game against the Chicago White Sox in Chicago, Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2008. The White Sox held off a surge by the Blue Jays to win 6-5. " align="left" border="0">
The Chicago White Sox leaned on old reliables Mark Buehrle and A.J. Pierzynski and got a lift from two backups to beat Toronto ace Ray Halladay and end the Blue Jays' 10-game winning streak. With regulars Paul Konerko, Carlos Quentin and Joe Crede sidelined by injuries, the first-place White Sox got help from Jerry Owens and Brian Anderson to beat the Blue Jays 6-5 Wednesday night to stay one game...
White Sox win a wild one on Ramirez's walk-off single: Alexei Ramirez singled home the winning run in the 10th inning after A.J. Pierzynski's bizarre trip around the bases, and the ...
Interference call tough to swallow: Sunday's Rays-White Sox contest saw a controversial call affect the outcome when A.J. Pierzynski got caught in a rundown in the 10th inning, but was ruled safe when interference was called on Rays third baseman Willy Aybar.
White Sox 6, Rays 5: CHICAGO (AP) -- Alexei Ramirez singled home the winning run in the 10th inning after A.J. Pierzynski's bizarre trip around the bases, and the Chicago White Sox rallied past the Tampa Bay Rays 6-5 on Sunday to avoid a three-game sweep.
Ramirez's single in 10th lifts White Sox over Rays: CHICAGO (AP) -- Alexei Ramirez singled home the winning run in the 10th inning after A.J. Pierzynski's bizarre trip around the bases, and the Chicago White Sox rallied past the Tampa Bay Rays 6-5 on Sunday to avoid a three-game sweep....
Strange play but sweet victory: A.J. Pierzynski found himself in the middle of another strange play, and once again the umpire involved was Doug Eddings. This time, the chaos followed a rundown between second and third, not a third strike.
Pierzynski, White Sox get best of bizarre play against Rays: Alexei Ramirez singled home the winning run in the 10th inning yesterday after A.J. Pierzynski's bizarre trip around the bases, and the Chicago White Sox rallied past visiting Tampa Bay, 6-5.
ChiSox top Rays in bizarre 10th inning (AP):
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A.J. Pierzynski found himself in the middle of another strange play, and once again the umpire involved was Doug Eddings. This time, the chaos followed a rundown between second and third, not a third strike. "It's just a funny coincidence, I guess," said Pierzynski, whose bizarre trip around the bases in the 10th inning Sunday capped a 6-5 victory for the Chicago White Sox over the Tampa Bay Rays.
Red Sox find no holes in White Sox: CHICAGO - Jed Lowrie immediately thought he would be able to tag out A.J. Pierzynski. The catcher's line-drive single had gone to right field, the ball was grabbed by J.D. Drew, thrown to Dustin Pedroia, and relayed to Lowrie. Lowrie thought he was close enough, that it wouldn't be a problem. It was.
Report: ChiSox's Pierzynski day-to-day with bruise: Chicago White Sox catcher A.J. Pierzynski left Saturday night's game at Texas after being hit on the left foot by a pitch.
White Sox walk off behind Pierzynski: A.J. Pierzynski hit his second home run of the night in the bottom of the 10th inning to lift the White Sox to their second straight extra-inning win over the Indians, 6-5, at U.S. Cellular Field on Wednesday night.
Morning Roundup: Sizemore, Giambi shine: A.J. Pierzynski hit his second home run of the night in the bottom of the 10th inning to lift the White Sox to their second straight extra-inning win over the Indians, 6-5, at U.S. Cellular Field on Wednesday night.
White Sox win on Pierzynski's HR in 10th (AP):
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No stranger to drama, A.J. Pierzynski found himself at the center of it again. This time, he didn't mind. Pierzynski led off the 10th inning with his second homer of the game and the Chicago White Sox beat the Cleveland Indians 6-5 Wednesday night for their seventh straight win. "Ozzie was yelling at me to not try to be a hero and hit a single," Pierzynski said.
Cubs beat ChiSox on Ramirez's HR in 9th (AP):
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Aramis Ramirez is used to playing in front of a wild crowd at Wrigley Field. Happens all the time. But Friday's game was a little more energized than usual, a first-place showdown with the other team that plays in the same city, the White Sox. And Ramirez responded. Did he ever. Derrek Lee and Ramirez tied the game with a back-to-back homers in the seventh off Octavio Dotel.
White Sox 5, Rockies 4: CHICAGO (AP) -- Juan Uribe tied it with a two-run single and came around to score on A.J. Pierzynski's infield hit in a three-run seventh inning that lifted the Chicago White Sox to a 5-4 victory over the Colorado Rockies and another win at home on Friday night.
Uribe, White Sox rally to topple Rockies 5-4: CHICAGO (AP) -- Juan Uribe tied it with a two-run single and came around to score on A.J. Pierzynski's infield hit in a three-run seventh inning that lifted the Chicago White Sox to a 5-4 victory over the Colorado Rockies and another win at home on Friday night....
ChiSox rally, win ninth straight at home (AP):
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Juan Uribe could be excused for feeling like a forgotten man. He has struggled at the plate and had not played since being reinstated from the disabled list two weeks ago. He got a chance on Friday and made his case for a few more opportunities. Uribe tied it with a two-run single and came around to score on A.J.
4 homers spark White Sox to 9-5 win over Royals: Manager Ozzie Guillen stayed with the same lineup and it turned out to be a good move for the Chicago White Sox. Carlos Quentin, A.J. Pierzynski, Nick Swisher and Alexei Ramirez homered Tuesday night and the White Sox beat the Kansas City Royals 9-5. Guillen,...
Pierzynski's return is greeted by boo-birds: The fans booed when A.J. Pierzynski was announced as the White Sox's starting catcher Friday night. They booed even louder when Pierzynski stepped to the plate in the top of the first (he grounded out). And they seemed to cheer with added zeal when he air-...
White Sox 4, Angels 3: ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) -- Jim Thome hit a go-ahead RBI single in the ninth inning, A.J. Pierzynski's RBI double capped a three-run second against former batterymate Jon Garland, and the Chicago White Sox beat the Los Angeles Angels 4-3 Thursday night.
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Jered Weaver shuts down White Sox in Angels 2-0 win: Jered Weaver and two relievers combined to pitch a three-hitter and Mike Napoli hit a tiebreaking sacrifice fly in the eighth, leading the Los Angeles Angels to a 2-0 victory over the Chicago White Sox on Tuesday night. A.J. Pierzynski's leadoff single in the...
A reason for Giants fans to love Michael Barrett: Padres catcher Michael Barrett was surprised to learn he is a folk hero among some Giants fans because of something he wishes he could take back. On May 20, 2006, during a game between the White Sox and Cubs, Barrett punched A.J. Pierzynski in the jaw after...
Pierzynski powers Sox past Tigers: A.J. Pierzynski continued his torrid pace at the plate, drilling a two-run double and three-run home run to lift the White Sox past the Tigers, 8-5, on Friday at Comerica Park.
AL: White Sox add to Tigers' woes: A.J. Pierzynski drove in five runs with three hits, including a tiebreaking, three-run homer in the seventh inning Friday that led the White Sox over the Tigers 8-5.
Game of the Day | Tigers aren't panicking—yet: For the Detroit Tigers, 2008 is starting to resemble 2003. A.J. Pierzynski drove in five runs with three hits, including a tiebreaking...
White Sox triumph as Tigers can't buy a win: For the Detroit Tigers, 2008 is starting to resemble 2003.A.J. Pierzynski drove in five runs with three hits, including a tiebreaking, three-run homer in the seventh inning yesterday that led the Chicago White Sox over the Tigers, 8-5.
Notes: Hall having 'mulligan' season: Backup catcher Toby Hall, in his first season with the White Sox after being a regular in Tampa Bay, missed nearly the first two months of the season with a dislocated shoulder. Since his return, he has seen limited action behind A.J. Pierzynski.
Historic collapse extends Twins' losing streak to five: CHICAGO A baseball fan could spend a lifetime watching and not see a ninth inning quite like the one the Twins and White Sox delivered Friday night at U.S. Cellular Field. The teams were tied 4-4 after the eighth, when the Twins scored six runs for what seemed like a sure-fire victory, especially with closer Joe Nathan ready and waiting. But the White Sox stormed back for six runs themselves five off Julio DePaula and one off Nathan to force extra innings. Chicago finally won the battle of AL Central disappointments 11-10 in the 13th inning, when A.J. Pierzynski hit a run-scoring single
Wild ninth inning precedes 11-10 win for Chisox: The White Sox and Twins became the first teams ever to score six runs each in the ninth and then head to extra innings before Chicago edged Minnesota 11-10. A.J. Pierzynski's RBI single in the last of the 13th gave the win to the Sox.
White Sox 8, Indians 0: CLEVELAND (AP) -- Jose Contreras held Cleveland to four singles pitching into the seventh inning, and A.J. Pierzynski tied a career high with four hits as the Chicago White Sox snapped the Indians' eight-game winning streak, 8-0 Sunday.
Notes: Dugout exchange downplayed: The argument between White Sox hitting coach Greg Walker and catcher A.J. Pierzynski in the home dugout during Sunday's 11-1 loss to Boston was caught on regional television, but it incident was downplayed a day later.
Westbrook, Tribe top White Sox 2-1 (AP):
Cleveland Indians catcher Victor Martinez, left, celebrates with pitcher Joe Borowski, right, after A.J. Pierzynski lined out to end the game against the Chicago White Sox in Chicago on Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2007. " align="left" border="0">
After a rough start to the season, Jake Westbrook is finally looking like the pitcher the Cleveland Indians used to depend on. Westbrook retired 23 of 24 batters at one stretch and Grady Sizemore hit a go-ahead two-run single in the fifth inning to lead the Indians to a 2-1 victory over the Chicago White Sox on Tuesday night.
White Sox 7, Tigers 5: DETROIT (AP) -- Jim Thome and A.J. Pierzynski each homered Saturday and the Chicago White Sox hung on to win their third straight, a 7-5 victory over the struggling Detroit Tigers on Saturday night.
White Sox hand Tigers 4th straight loss (AP):
Detroit Tigers pitchers, from left, Nate Robinson, Jeremy Bonderman and Justin Verlander watch the ninth inning of the Tiigers' 7-5 loss to the Chicago White Sox in a baseball game Saturday, Aug. 4, 2007, in Detroit. Bonderman started for Detroit, giving up six runs and 10 hits in seven innings, for his third-straight loss. " align="left" border="0">
The Chicago White Sox have been getting timely hits and strong pitching lately, something the Detroit Tigers can only wish for. Jim Thome and A.J. Pierzynski each homered Saturday and the White Sox hung on to win their third straight, a 7-5 victory over the struggling Tigers on Saturday night. Javier Vazquez (9-6) went seven innings and gave up three runs and six hits with six strikeouts.
Yankees hit 8 HRs in win, none for A-Rod (AP):
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Everybody but A-Rod. On the night the New York Yankees tied a franchise record by hitting eight home runs in a 16-3 rout of the Chicago White Sox, Alex Rodriguez had none. While A-Rod stayed stuck at 499 homers, he watched his teammates connect all game long. After completing his 0-for-5 performance, he flipped his bat into the stands behind the dugout -- giving a boy one memorable souvenir.
White Sox 4, Red Sox 2: BOSTON (AP) -- Daisuke Matsuzaka had trouble with his control, and A.J. Pierzynski made him pay. The White Sox catcher went 3-for-4 with three RBIs on Thursday night -- twice delivering RBI singles after Matsuzaka issued multiple walks -- and the Chicago White Sox beat the plummeting Boston Red Sox 4-2.
Pierzynski's big bat helps put Red Sox away, 4-2: A.J. Pierzynski went 3-for-4 with three RBI on Thursday night, making Daisuke Matsuzaka pay for a career-high six walks and leading the Chicago White Sox to a 4-2 victory over the plummeting Boston Red Sox.
White Sox make wild Dice-K, Red Sox pay: Daisuke Matsuzaka had trouble with his control, and A.J. Pierzynski made him pay. The White Sox catcher went 3-for-4 with three RBIs on Thursday night -- twice delivering RBI singles after Matsuzaka issued multiple walks -- and the Chicago White Sox beat the plummeting Boston Red Sox 4-2.
Pierzynski drives in 3, ChiSox top BoSox (AP):
Chicago White Sox catcher A.J. Pierzynski, center, is congratulated by teammates Paul Konerko, left, and Josh Fields after a 4-2 win over the Boston Red Soxin a baseball game at Fenway Park in Boston, Friday, July 20, 2007. Pierzynski went 3-for-4 with three RBIs in the win. " align="left" border="0">
Daisuke Matsuzaka had trouble with his control, and A.J. Pierzynski made him pay. The White Sox catcher went 3-for-4 with three RBIs on Thursday night -- twice delivering RBI singles after Matsuzaka issued multiple walks -- and the Chicago White Sox beat the plummeting Boston Red Sox 4-2. "A.J. came up big for us, two times," said center fielder Jerry Owens, who chased down a line drive by Manny...
Cubs acquire C Kendall from Athletics (AP):
Oakland Athletics catcher Jason Kendall, front, looks to throw to first after forcing out Chicago White Sox's A.J. Pierzynski at home plate in this file photo from a baseball game, Wednesday, May 23, 2007, in Chicago. Kendall is back in the National League after being acquired by the Chicago Cubs Monday, July 16, 2007. The Oakland Athletics sent the veteran catcher and cash to the Cubs for receiver Rob Bowen and minor league pitcher Jerry Blevins. " align="left" border="0">
The Chicago Cubs acquired veteran catcher Jason Kendall in a trade with Oakland on Monday that they hope will prepare them for the postseason. The A's, who also sent cash to Chicago, received catcher Rob Bowen and minor league left-hander Jerry Blevens. Kendall is making $13.4 million in the final year of a six-year, $60 million contract he signed with the Pittsburgh Pirates in 2002.
Vazquez helps ChiSox sweep Devil Rays (AP):
Chicago White Sox' A.J. Pierzynski (12) congratulates Paul Konerko (14) after Konerko's solo home run off Tampa Bay Devil Rays reliever Jason Hammel during the seventh inning of a baseball game Thursday, June 28, 2007, in St. Petersburg, Fla. " align="left" border="0">
Finally, the White Sox might be turning their season around. Javier Vazquez allowed one run in seven innings and Paul Konerko hit a pair of solo homers, helping Chicago beat the Tampa Bay Devil Rays 5-1 on Thursday night to complete a four-game sweep. The modest winning streak, following a 5-22 stretch, comes after general manager Ken Williams last Sunday said roster changes were likely.
Pierzynski serves suspension after blowing up at plate: White Sox catcher A.J. Pierzynski dropped his appeal and served a one-game suspension Sunday for his conduct during a game against the Yankees last week.
Pierzynski hit with one-game suspension: Chicago White Sox catcher A.J. Pierzynski was suspended for one game Saturday by Major League Baseball for his conduct during a game against the New York Yankees earlier this week. After being called out on strikes in the eighth inning Thursday, Pierzynski pounded the plate in disgust with his bat and then said something to home plate umpire Bob Davidson, who ejected him.
Pierzynski suspended one game: Chicago White Sox catcher A.J. Pierzynski was suspended for one game Saturday by Major League Baseball for his conduct during a game against the New York Yankees earlier this week.After striking out in the eighth inning Thursday, Pierzynski pounded the plate in disgust with his bat and then said something to home plate umpire Bob Davidson, who ejected him. Pierzynski then flipped his helmet back at the plate.
Pierzynski suspended one game: Chicago White Sox catcher A.J. Pierzynski has been suspended for one game and fined an undisclosed amount for inappropriate actions during Thursday's game against the New York Yankees.
Caught in the act: There were eight catchers who started more games at the position last season than Joe Mauer: 1. Jason Kendall, Oakland 141 2. Kenji Johjima, Seattle 131 3. Victor Martinez, Cleveland 127 4. A.J. Pierzynski, White Sox 126 5. Ramon Hernandez, Baltimore 126 6. Brad Ausmus, Houston 124 7. Ivan Rodriguez, Detroit 121 7. Jorge Posada, Yankees 121 9. Joe Mauer, Twins 119 10. Yadier Molina, St. Louis 118 Oakland catcher Jason Kendall Ø
Pierzynski dogged by perception: A.J. Pierzynski continues to be dogged by his"villain"on-field persona.
Twins: Handling lefties right: White Sox catcher A.J. Pierzynski was booed during pregame announcements Tuesday night, whenever he batted and even when he caught Jason Kubel's foul pop in the fifth inning. All this after Pierzynski stepped on Justin Morneau's foot while running to first base the night before, which fired up the Twins dugout and led to a heated exchange between manager Ron Gardenhire and the umpires. The only thing that carried over one day later was the Twins' offense and Chicago's inability to stop it, as the Twins won 9-2 at the Metrodome. The Twins have scored 19 runs on 32 hits in the two games. The r
Twins upset about Pierzynski's play: Controversy seems to follow White Sox catcher A.J. Pierzynski everywhere. With one out in the sixth inning, Pierzynski grounded into a routine double play to end the inning. But replays showed Pierzynski stepping on the inside edge of first base, possibly nipping Twins first baseman Justin Morneau with his spikes.
Pierzynski Incites Twins' Five-Run Rally: After Chicago's A.J. Pierzynski appears to spike Minnesota's Justin Morneau, the Twins rally for a 10-4 win.
Twins: A spiking, then a spanking: They're all characters, really. Not just A.J. Pierzynski, all of them. Put the Twins and White Sox together, and it's often a colorful scene. By the sixth inning Monday, the Metrodome was a rather hum-drum place to spend a holiday afternoon. Down three runs, Chicago had just come back to take a one-run lead against Johan Santana. Then the characters took their places. Soon, Pierzynski was antagonizing. Ron Gardenhire was hyperventilating. Mike Redmond was delivering. And Torii Hunter was soaring high enough to pull a ball from behind the outfield fence. By the end, the Twins had a 10-4 vic
Twins earn testy 10-4 win over White Sox (AP):
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The Minnesota Twins don't need any extra motivation when they play the Chicago White Sox. But if someone like A.J. Pierzynski wants to provide a little extra push, they'll take it. The Twins rallied after manager Ron Gardenhire hollered at all four umpires when Pierzynski appeared to spike first baseman Justin Morneau, turning a one-run deficit into a 10-4 win on Monday.
Joe Christensen's Sunday Baseball Insider: A.J. stands for always jawing: In an interview with the Star Tribune two weeks ago, A.J. Pierzynski spoke of how embracing the spotlight and cultivating a bad-boy image could help lead to a job in television after his playing career. This helped explain some things, from Pierzynski's recent squabble with White Sox teammate Mark Buehrle, to his foray into professional wrestling. "The wrestling thing was great because I could play off that [bad boy image] and make it even worse in the ring," Pierzynski said. "I have fun with a camera on me. It comes naturally and I enjoy it. Hopefully it's something tha
A.J. stands for always jawing: In an interview with the Star Tribune two weeks ago, A.J. Pierzynski spoke of how embracing the spotlight and cultivating a bad-boy image could help lead to a job in television after his playing career. This helped explain some things, from Pierzynski's recent squabble with White Sox teammate Mark Buehrle, to his foray into professional wrestling. "The wrestling thing was great because I could play off that [bad boy image] and make it even worse in the ring," Pierzynski said. "I have fun with a camera on me. It comes naturally and I enjoy it. Hopefully it's something tha
Buehrle says misunderstanding solved: Pitcher Mark Buehrle spoke with catcher A.J. Pierzynski over comments made in Monday's paper about Pierzynski's words after he did not start the opener of the Cubs series. Buehrle says the situation is solved.
A taste of the future Kauffman Stadium: Nick Masset won in his first Major League start, and A.J. Pierzynski belted a grand slam in a seven-run seventh inning to lift the White Sox over the Cubs, 10-6, on Sunday.
White Sox Avert Sweep, Outslug Cubs: A.J. Pierzynski hits a grand slam in a seven-run seventh and Nick Masset wins his first start as the Chicago White Sox avert a sweep and beat the Cubs, 10-6.
ChiSox salvage one game vs. Cubs: A.J. Pierzynski hit a grand slam in a seven-run seventh inning and Nick Masset won his first major league start Sunday as the Chicago White Sox averted a sweep and beat the Cubs 10-6 on a chilly day at Wrigley Field.
Masset sets Sox up for Wrigley romp: Nick Masset won in his first Major League start, and A.J. Pierzynski belted a grand slam in a seven-run seventh inning to lift the White Sox over the Cubs, 10-6, on Sunday.
Pierzynski lands own punch a year later: With two outs and the White Sox up by two runs in the top half of the seventh Sunday, A.J. Pierzynski belted a grand slam into Wrigley Field's right-center-field basket to give his team a commanding lead. The White Sox scored two more runs in the inning and went on to beat the Cubs, 10-6, in the final game of the crosstown series on the North Side.
Pierzynski's slam powers White Sox: The boos are part of A.J. Pierzynski's existence. They're just louder at Wrigley Field, and that's fine with the White Sox catcher.
White Sox beat Cubs 10-6, avert sweep (AP):
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The boos are part of A.J. Pierzynski's existence. They're just louder at Wrigley Field, and that's fine with the White Sox catcher. No wonder he enjoyed his trip around the bases so much Sunday after hitting a grand slam in a seven-run seventh as the Chicago White Sox beat the Cubs 10-6 and avoided a sweep.
White Sox's Guillen vents on radio show: White Sox manager Ozzie Guillen unleashed a profanity-laced outburst on a radio show Friday morning after the host questioned why starting catcher A.J. Pierzynski wasn't in the lineup for the interleague opener against the Cubs.
Angry Guillen vents on radio show: White Sox manager Ozzie Guillen unleashed a profanity-laced outburst on a radio show Friday morning after the host questioned why starting catcher A.J. Pierzynski wasn't in the lineup for the interleague opener against the Cubs.
Guillen has morning radio tirade: White Sox manager Ozzie Guillen unleashed a profanity-laced outburst on a radio show Friday morning after the host questioned why starting catcher A.J. Pierzynski wasn't in the lineup for the interleague opener against the Cubs.
ChiSox rookie Danks tops Yanks in opener: Rookie John Danks outpitched Mike Mussina and A.J. Pierzynski hit a tie-breaking homer in the sixth inning Wednesday as the White Sox beat the Yankees 5-3 in the first game of a day-night doubleheader.
Danks, White Sox tame Mussina, Yankees: Rookie John Danks outpitched Mike Mussina and A.J. Pierzynski hit a tie-breaking homer in the sixth inning Wednesday as the Chicago ...
Wednesday's major league roundup: al roundup WHITE SOX ROOKIE DANKS SHUTS DOWN YANKEES • CHICAGO 5, NEW YORK 3: Rookie John Danks outpitched Mike Mussina and A.J. Pierzynski hit a tie-breaking homer in the sixth inning as the host White Sox won the first game of a day-night doubleheader. The start of the second game of the doubleheader was delayed by rain for 1 hour, 15 minutes and was not done in time for this edition of the Star Tribune. • TAMPA BAY 11, TEXAS 8: Carl Crawford tripled with the bases loaded and Delmon Young also drove in three runs as the Devil Rays beat the Ranger
Yankees lose first of day-night doubleheader with White Sox: CHICAGO - Rookie John Danks outpitched Mike Mussina and A.J. Pierzynski hit a tie-breaking homer in the sixth inning Wednesday as the Chicago White Sox beat the New York Yankees 5-3 in the first game of...
Baseball: A.J. answers call in Anaheim: ANAHEIM, CALIF. - A.J. Pierzynski is still scorned at Angel Stadium, and expects to be for some time to come. Pierzynski tied the score with a pinch-hit, two-run homer in the eighth inning, then singled home the go-ahead run in the 10th to lead the Chicago White Sox past the Los Angeles Angels 4-3 on Sunday. "It was fun," said Pierzynski, booed every time he comes to the plate in this ballpark since the 2005 AL championship series. "They always will. But it's good, because that means they have good fans who remember and who care." Angels closer Francisco Rodriguez was pitching his second in
White Sox 4, Angels 3, 10 innings: ANAHEIM, Calif. - A.J. Pierzynski tied the score with a pinch-hit, two-run homer in the eighth inning, then singled home the go-ahead run in the 10th to lead the Chicago White Sox past the Los Angeles...
Sox' Pierzynski ties, wins game: A.J. Pierzynski is still scorned at Angel Stadium, and expects to be for some time to come.
Tigers rally past White Sox 6-5 in 12 (AP):
Chicago White Sox's A.J. Pierzynski throws down his bat as he flies out in the 12th inning of their 6-5 loss to the Detroit Tigers in a baseball game Sunday, April 22, 2007 in Detroit. Pierzynski had one hit in six at-bats in the game. " align="left" border="0">
The Detroit Tigers were headed for a here-we-go-again loss until Marcus Thames hit a tying homer with two outs in the ninth inning. Then, Placido Polanco gave them a rare win at home in extra innings. Polanco singled home the winning run in the 12th and Detroit rallied to beat the Chicago White Sox 6-5 on Sunday after blowing a three-run lead.
Pierzynski adds no-hitter to resume: A.J. Pierzynski gets booed by opposing fans. That piece of breaking news is about as startling as the sun sets at night and Christina Applegate is attractive. Actually, Pierzynski endures their jeers quite frequently, as in every city the team visits.
ChiSox top Indians on walk-off hit batter: Roberto Hernandez hit A.J. Pierzynski with a pitch with the bases loaded in the bottom of the ninth inning, forcing in the winning run in the White Sox's 4-3 victory over the Indians on Thursday.
Thursday's AL-NL roundup: al roundup • CHICAGO 4, CLEVELAND 3: Roberto Hernandez hit A.J. Pierzynski with a pitch with the bases loaded in the ninth inning, forcing in the winning run for the White Sox in Chicago. Bobby Jenks pitched 11/3 innings for the victory. Grady Sizemore hit a leadoff homer to become the first Indians player to homer in each of the first three games of the season. Tadahito Iguchi was walked intentionally to load the bases before Hernandez's pitch appeared to graze Pierzynski near the left elbow. • TAMPA BAY 7, NEW YORK 6: Alex Rodriguez
Big hit? Nah, but Sox take it: CHICAGO -- With A.J. Pierzynski at the plate, anything can happen and often does.
ChiSox get first win on Pierzynski's HBP (AP): With A.J. Pierzynski at the plate, anything can happen and often does. The White Sox catcher was hit by a pitch from Roberto Hernandez with the bases loaded in the ninth inning Thursday, sending Chicago to a 4-3 victory over the Cleveland Indians. "I'm lucky I didn't swing at it. I almost did," Pierzynski said.
Baseball: Pierzynski's backup due MRI on shoulder: Chicago White Sox backup catcher Toby Hall hurt his right, throwing shoulder Sunday diving for a ground ball while playing first base in a 10-2 spring training loss to Texas. Hall left the game and was taken to a hospital for X-rays. He was told he had a subluxation, or a partial dislocation. An MRI is scheduled today. Hall backs up former Twin A.J. Pierzynski. Chicago's third catcher is Wiki Gonzalez, a nonroster invitee. Young wins job Travis Lee asked for and was granted his unconditional release by Washington, clearing the way for Dmitri Young to open
White Sox swing hot bats in win over A's: Juan Uribe delivered a bases-clearing double and A.J. Pierzynski launched his second home run of the spring as the White Sox defeated the A's, 10-6, on Saturday. Lance Broadway, the team's 2005 first-round draft pick, yielded three runs on four hits over three innings, walking two and striking out two.
Notes: A.J. concerned about unknown: A.J. Pierzynski says while he's curious about how much playing time he'll keep with the addition of fellow catcher Toby Hall, A.J. says he's for whatever will make the White Sox better.
Notes: Hall desires to be part of winner: Combine a desire to play in the postseason and to return to the American League and that's why Toby Hall signed with the White Sox to back up catcher A.J. Pierzynski.
White Sox sign catcher Hall: The Chicago White Sox and free-agent catcher Toby Hall agreed Sunday on a two-year, $3.65-million contract that includes a club option for 2009.The 31-year-old Hall will earn $1.75 million in 2007 and 2008 and likely will back up A.J. Pierzynski. The White Sox hold a $2.25 million option with a $150,000 buyout for 2009. Hall combined to hit .259 (72-for-278) with 17 doubles, eight home runs and 31 RBIs in 85 games for the Tampa Bay DevilRays and Los Angeles Dodgers last season.
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