Robin Ventura, seen by many as a surprise choice, is hired by general manager Ken Williams as the White Sox’s new manager. The former All-Star infielder, who played ten seasons in Chicago after being selected as the team’s first-round pick in 1988, replaces a vocal and often-controversial Ozzie Guillen, who left the Windy City to be the Marlins’ new skipper.

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Robin Ventura, seen by many as a surprise choice, is hired by general manager Ken Williams as the White Sox’s new manager. The former All-Star infielder, who played ten seasons in Chicago after being selected as the team’s first-round pick in 1988, replaces a vocal and often-controversial Ozzie Guillen, who left the Windy City to be the Marlins’ new skipper.

The White Sox name their former third baseman, Robin Ventura, as their new manager, replacing Ozzie Guillen. Ventura, who has no coaching or managerial experience, retired as a player in 2004. He was most recently a special adviser to the club’s director of player development, Buddy Bell.

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The White Sox name their former third baseman, Robin Ventura, as their new manager, replacing Ozzie Guillen. Ventura, who has no coaching or managerial experience, retired as a player in 2004. He was most recently a special adviser to the club’s director of player development, Buddy Bell.

The Tigers eliminate the Yankees in the ALDS for the second time in five years, taking advantage of back-to-back 1st-inning homers by Don Kelly and Delmon Young off Ivan Nova, to win, 3 – 2, in the decisive Game 5. Nova is lifted in the 2nd inning, while Doug Fister and three relievers manage to quiet the Yankees’ bats to make the lead hold. Closer Jose Valverde remains perfect for the season, picking up the save with a flawless 9th inning at New Yankee Stadium.

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The Tigers eliminate the Yankees in the ALDS for the second time in five years, taking advantage of back-to-back 1st-inning homers by Don Kelly and Delmon Young off Ivan Nova, to win, 3 – 2, in the decisive Game 5. Nova is lifted in the 2nd inning, while Doug Fister and three relievers manage to quiet the Yankees’ bats to make the lead hold. Closer Jose Valverde remains perfect for the season, picking up the save with a flawless 9th inning at New Yankee Stadium.