Bottom 1: Tyler Flowers struck out swinging against Matt Harrison

Bottom 4: Flowers struck out swinging against Harrison

Bottom 6: Flowers called out on strikes against Yoshinori Tateyama

Bottom 9: Flowers struck out swinging against Neftali Feliz

Final Line: 0-for-4, 4 K

Notes: With A.J. Pierzysnki on the DL for the first time in his career, Tyler Flowers (TFlo) has found himself in a rare starting opportunity that’s not Triple-A.  Even though he’s batting a respectable .281 through 36 at-bats this season—he hit .188 in 16 at-bats in 2009 and .091 in 11 at-bats in 2010—he did record his first career golden sombrero on Friday night against the Rangers.

Total 2011 Sombreros: 92

Despite reports that Jake Peavy is ahead of schedule in his rehab, Chris Sale is preparing to be the White Sox 5^th starter in 2010…..Sale has begun a conditioning program to build endurance and strengthen his legs…..he needs a defined role headed into 2010…..bouncing between the rotation and bullpen will only stunt his development. [Chicago Breaking Sports]

Kenny Williams has stated that Brent Morel will likely be the White Sox third baseman in 2010…..while he may not have the power of Dayan Viciedo, Morel is a superb defender with gap power…..Ozzie believes he has a better glove than both Joe Crede and Robin Ventura…..Viciedo could potentially fill a void at 1B if they don’t re-sign Konerko or another free agent. [Carrie Muskat/MLB.com]

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