On Friday the Cubs released that they were sold for $900 million dollars. With this deal finalizing it seems that the cubs have done nearly everything this offseason (Ok not as much as the Yankees) with the hope of this year finally ending the world series drought. I just like to add that this the year for the Cubs (I know cliche) but i cant say this for the south siders. The Whitesox have been dormant this offseason. Their biggest acquisition, Bartolo Colon, hasn't played a full season in two years. This is surprising to me because the Sox were one of the eight teams in the playoffs last season. They definitely have the base of being another playoff contending team. However, It is uncertain if this season is going to be a rebuilding year, with the young nucleus they have, or a season with the intent of making the playoffs.
Thats the question, what will the Sox due this season? There have been comparisons to that of the world series winning team in 2005. That team was filled with youth but led by veterans. This season is somewhat of the same. They still have veterans Mark Buehrle, Jim Thome, and Jermaine Dye. The Sox could reach another playoff appearance or could end up 3rd (or even 4th) in their own division. As a Cubs fan I hope its the second one. For another opinion of the Sox's offseason visit here.
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