Can Grady Sizemore Save the White Sox?
- Grady Sizemore's management tenure with the White Sox started with a disappointing loss, similar to Pedro Grifol's final days as manager.
- With only 44 games left this season, Sizemore is tasked with leading the Sox to achieve at least 15 wins.
- His success is crucial to redeeming the team's reputation this season.
CHICAGO — Grady Sizemore, newly appointed interim manager of the Chicago White Sox, faced questions about his unexpected role during a recent dugout news conference. Sizemore, a former All-Star outfielder for a division rival, now finds himself leading a team that is currently the worst in Major League Baseball. Alongside him was general manager Chris Getz, who is actively seeking a more experienced manager to take over full-time. The White Sox are on track to challenge the modern record for losses, needing to avoid surpassing 120 defeats set by the 1962 New York Mets. As the White Sox prepare for their crosstown series against the Chicago Cubs, the team’s struggles have been evident, with a dismal 89-190 record leading to the firing of former manager Pedro Grifol. Getz emphasized that while the team’s performance has been disappointing, there remains a focus on finding motivation and purpose in the remaining games. He stated, “There is always something to play for in this game,” despite the daunting task ahead. The White Sox's recent performance, marked by a 15-29 record over the last seven weeks, raises concerns about their ability to turn the season around. With the pressure mounting, the team aims to avoid the ignominy of being labeled the worst in baseball history. As Sizemore embarks on this challenging journey, the hope is that a change in leadership might spark a turnaround, even if just for pride’s sake.