Today in White Sox History: November 7

South Side Sox writer Brett Ballantini recaps significant historical events that took place on November 7 involving the Chicago White Sox. Highlights include the 1997 purchase of pitcher Doug Creek from the San Francisco Giants, who was sold to Japan a month later, and the 1971 birth of pitcher Todd Ritchie. The article also revisits the 2012 trade acquiring outfielder Blake Tekotte from the San Diego Padres.

The piece also reflects on Cleveland GM Mark Shapiro winning The Sporting News Executive of the Year over White Sox GM Ken Williams following Chicago's 2005 World Series championship. Ballantini also notes the 2014 induction of White Sox icon Minnie Miñoso into the Cuban Baseball Hall of Fame prior to his Cooperstown enshrinement.