Jim Thome Returning To White Sox?

"The White Sox were one of several teams putting a claim in for Thome, reports Daryl Van Schouwen of the Sun Times. The White Sox could be trying to block a claim by the Indians or seeking another lefty bat in place of the unproductive Adam Dunn (ESPN)."



Wow, how far has Adam Dunn fallen that a 40 year old Jim Thome is a better option. Guillen always said he regretted letting Thome go, and why wouldn't he? His piece of shit DH (Dunn) is hitting .167 with 11 HRs and 40 RBIs. Thome has better stats (.253 12 HRs 40 RBI) and he has had 162 less at bats.



The White Sox aren't the only teams that are interested in Thome. The Red Sox, Rangers, Angels, Tigers, Indians and Yankees are alll rumored to be interested. I would love for the Sox to be able to make a deal for them, but they are so far down the waiver list I doubt they will even get a chance.

Congrats Jim Thome

Jim Thome hit his 600th home run last night and he should really be celebrated for this. He reached the mark in 2nd fastest behind only Babe Ruth, and there is no reason he shouldn't be in the Hall of Fame. I could care less that he can't play defense or only has a .277 batting average, Jim Thome is the man. In these troubled times where guys like A-Rod, Mark McGwire, Rafeal Palmiero and Jose Canseco are all getting caught with using steroids it's refreshing to see someone make it, that there is only speculation from a few people reach the career mark.



After all, until 2002 the 600 club had a mere three members – Ruth, Hank Aaron and Willie Mays. Since then, Barry Bonds, Sammy Sosa, Ken Griffey Jr., Alex Rodriguez and now Thome have barged in. I think that's pretty good company. And if he doesn't make it 1st ballet, I'm going to punch someone.