The 1983 American League West champion Chicago White Sox will forever be
remembered by their trademark slogan Winning Ugly. One of the stars of
that colorful bunch that rocked old Comiskey Park was an unlikely hero,
a twenty-five-year-old rookie from Northwest Indiana. Ron Kittle led the
1983 White Sox with 35 home runs, 100 RBIs, and Rookie of the Year
honors. Now Kittle shares the adventures, struggles, and triumphs of his
incredible journey. A one-of-a-kind collection of stories, anecdotes,
and humor, this newly-updated edition ofTales from the Chicago White
Sox Dugout opens a window into the life of more than just one Sox
legend. Kittle shares insights about manager Tony La Russa, catcher
Carlton Fisk, outfielder Harold Baines, Cy Young winner LaMarr Hoyt, and
a host of others. Peppered with stories from on and off the field,
Tales from the Chicago White Sox Dugout catalogs more than just stats
and facts; Kittle shares inspiring stories of overcoming the physical
pain he dealt with every day, as well as his dedication to raising funds
for charity, adventures in the dugout, and so much more.