The quest for a repeat

April 2nd, 2006 | Posted by Matt

The offseason for the Chicago White Sox has been interesting, to say the least. The Sox sat back and enjoyed their World Series Championship. The team acquired the likes of Jim Thome, Javier Vazquez and Rob Mackowiak. The organization rewarded pitchers Jon Garland and Jose Contreras with multi-million dollar contract extensions.

But besides a new World Series banner, some new faces on the roster and some extra cash to throw at their players, the White Sox obtained something in the offseason that they have absolutely never had before - swagger.

They will need more than just swagger to take hold of the AL Central this season though. The Cleveland Indians are a force to be reckoned with and could very well take the AL Central crown. For now, the White Sox are the favorites to win the division.

Tonight, the White Sox will begin the 2006 season against their arch-rival Indians in hopes of repeating as World Series champs.

And the Indians hope to be a thorn in their side yet again.

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