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The Story of the 1977 Chicago White Sox: Images of Baseball

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The 1977 Chicago White Sox were one of the most unlikely teams to ever win a World Series. Led by manager Chuck Tanner and a cast of misfits and castoffs, the White Sox overcame long odds to defeat the heavily favored New York Yankees in four games. The Story of the 1977 Chicago White Sox Images of Baseball tells the story of this improbable team and their incredible victory.

The book is filled with over 200 photographs that capture the White Sox's journey to the World Series. From spring training to the World Series parade, the book provides a unique and intimate look at one of the most memorable teams in baseball history.

South Side Hitmen: The Story of the 1977 Chicago White Sox (Images of Baseball)

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The Story of the 1977 Chicago White Sox Images of Baseball is a must-have for any fan of the White Sox or baseball history. It is a beautifully written and illustrated book that tells the story of an unforgettable team and their improbable victory.

The Improbable Team

The 1977 Chicago White Sox were not supposed to win the World Series. They had finished with a losing record the previous year, and they had no major stars on their roster. But manager Chuck Tanner believed in his team, and he instilled in them a belief that they could win.

The White Sox started the season slowly, but they began to gel in June and July. They won 19 of 21 games in one stretch, and they never looked back. They finished the season with a 99-63 record, the best in the American League.

The White Sox's success was due to a number of factors. They had a strong pitching staff, led by starters LaMarr Hoyt and Ken Brett. They also had a solid defense, led by shortstop Bucky Dent and catcher Carlton Fisk.

But the White Sox's biggest strength was their offense. They led the American League in runs scored, and they had a number of dangerous hitters, including Chet Lemon, Jorge Orta, and Richie Zisk.

The World Series

The White Sox faced the New York Yankees in the World Series. The Yankees were the defending champions, and they had a number of stars on their roster, including Reggie Jackson, Thurman Munson, and Goose Gossage.

The White Sox were not intimidated by the Yankees. They played with confidence and determination, and they never gave up. They won the first two games of the Series at home, and they finished off the Yankees in four games.

The White Sox's victory was a major upset, but it was a well-deserved victory. They were a team that played with heart and determination, and they never gave up on their dream.

The Legacy

The 1977 Chicago White Sox are remembered as one of the most improbable World Series champions in baseball history. They overcame long odds to win the World Series, and they inspired a generation of fans.