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 | | The White Sox were a frequent contender during the early 20th century, winning 5 of the first 19 league pennants; but the team's fortunes dropped precipitously in the aftermath of what is considered the greatest scandal in the history of the sport. |
 | | With the Sox down 4-2 in the seventh with two outs and two runners on base, the home plate umpire ruled that Jermaine Dye had been hit by a pitch, while the Astros argued (and TV replays confirmed) that the ball had actually hit the bat. |
 | | On the south side, in contrast, the White Sox management threatened to move the team to Tampa Bay in the late 1980s, banishment of fan favorite Andy the Clown from the ballpark, and a significant role in the 1994 strike, all further demoralized the fan base. |
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