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Today in White Sox History: November 4

The Ozzie Era begins.

By Mark Liptak
Guillen named White Sox manager
Chicago White Sox general manager Ken Williams presents new manager Ozzie Guillén, a former shortstop for the club, with a jersey at a news conference on Nov. 3, 2003 at U.S. Cellular Field.
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2003

Former White Sox All-Star shortstop Ozzie Guillén was named the team’s manager, replacing Jerry Manuel. The “Wizard of Oz” immediately set about changing the fortunes of the franchise. His “Ozzie-Ball” philosophy of pitching, smart/aggressive base-running, defense and doing the little things instead of just waiting for the home run would help lead to a World Series title in 2005, the season he would be named Manager of the Year. He’d return to the playoffs with the club in 2008.

Before being allowed to leave in late September 2011, Guillén appeared to be headed for a very long career on the South Side, but his relationship changed with GM Ken Williams, and a parting was best for all concerned.

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