White Sox Week In (P)Review: "It Doesn't Get Any Better Than This."

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Then the Sox exacted their revenge at Comiskey, blowing out the Cubs on Friday and riding a Carlos Quentin home run to victory on Saturday before finishing a sweep on Sunday night.

So even though the current stakes might not be as high this season, the intensity will be the same. Two fiery managers, two clubs looking for the spark of momentum, and two groups of fans itching for bragging rights.

As Ed Farmer said, it doesn't get any better than this.

The Impact Players

John Danks pitched great against Detroit in his last start to take the tough-luck loss. He's looked better in his last few games, so look for him to pitch a good game against Big Z in the opener.

Gordon Beckham's defense has been top notch, and he's had two-run doubles in back-to-back games. Count on the Crosstown Series to hype the young man up and deliver a big clutch hit—or maybe his first home run?

Jose Contreras has had two masterful starts since his return from self-induced exile, and Ozzie moved up his start to give him a chance against the Cubs on Thursday. With any luck, it'll be the Bronze Titan giving the White Sox the road sweep at the (Un)Friendly Confines.

Ah, the Crosstown Classic. The most wonderful time of the year.

As always, let the sock fly on.

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