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Today in White Sox History: November 6

1925 Shortstop Hervey McClellan, who made his White Sox debut in 1919 and played five seasons with the team after that, died at 30, of cancer. The defensive ace first felt ill on April 27, 1924, when he nearly passed…

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 12:42 PM
Today in White Sox History: November 6
Key Things to Know
  • The article reviews significant franchise milestones and roster moves that occurred on November 6 in White Sox history.
  • Shortstop Hervey McClellan died of stomach cancer at age 30 on this date in 1925.
  • Veteran pitcher "Sad" Sam Jones retired in 1935 at age 43 after a 22-year major league career.
The Story in 60 Seconds

South Side Sox chronicles key franchise events occurring on November 6 throughout Chicago White Sox history. Notable milestones include the 1925 death of 30-year-old shortstop Hervey McClellan from stomach cancer, and the 1935 retirement of 43-year-old pitcher "Sad" Sam Jones following a 22-season career.

Additional historical transactions highlighted include the 1943 purchase of first baseman Hal Trosky from Cleveland, a 1976 trade sending Hugh Yancy to Cincinnati for Tom Spencer, and the 2009 trade that acquired Mark Teahen from the Kansas City Royals for Josh Fields and Chris Getz.

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