Scott Podsednik, the leadoff man for the White Sox, had his greatest moment in the 2005 World Series. Podsednik had zero homeruns in the regular season, but his first in the World Series (above)gave the White Sox a walk-off 7-6 victory and a 2-0 advantage heading to Houston. The White Sox would Sweep the Astros to give Chicago it's first Baseball Championship sice 1917. Podsednik helped the Chicago White Sox end a long championship drought. He may soon be in position to do the same for the Cubs, Chicago's other Baseball Team.
The Chicago Tribune, citing a major league source, reported on its Web site Friday that the Cubs claimed Podsednik on waivers. The White Sox had two business days to work out a trade with the Cubs, simply let him go to the North Side team or pull him off waivers.
The Cubs, who began the day a half-game behind Milwaukee in the NL Central, could use a leadoff hitter and left fielder, with Alfonso Soriano nursing a torn quad muscle. Podsednik would fill those needs, although he would not provide the power.
If The Cubs get Podsednik, this is a great move for them. Scotty Pods was the catalyst for the White Sox the year they won the World Series in 2005. Podsednik's role has been reduced this year. Podsednik was batting seventh in the lineup, and was being called "unreliable" by his manager. The Cubs need a leadoff hitter in the absence of Alfonso Soriano. Podsednik would fill the role well.Podsednik is dangerous on the bases. He doesn't have a whole lot of power, but he has everything else.
Will Scott Podsednik switch leagues? We will find out by the end of this weekend.
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