Here’s a look at what happened on this date (Dec. 4) in White Sox history:
*1940, SOX PART WAYS WITH HAYES: In what must have been a gut-wrenching decision, the Sox cut ties with Jackie Hayes.
The 34-year-old second baseman, who was overtaken by blindness during the season. His affliction started as an inflammation in spring training but worsened quickly and ultimately led to total blindness.
A fan favorite, Hayes remained popular well after his retirement and received a touching tribute at Comiskey Park a decade after leaving the game.
*1957, WYNN COMES, MINNIE GOES: The White Sox acquired pitcher Early Wynn and outfielder Al Smith from Cleveland for popular outfielder Minnie Minoso and infielder Fred Hatfield.
Wynn, a future Hall of Famer, went on to become the ace of the staff that helped the White Sox win the 1959 pennant.
The deal cost the beloved Minoso a shot at the postseason but owner Bill Veeck awarded the “Cuban Comet” an honorary ring when he was re-acquired following the 1959 season.
*1979, WALKER ACQUIRED: The White Sox picked up Greg Walker from Philadelphia in the Rule V Draft.
Walker went on to be a key contributor for the Sox from 1982 to 1990. His best season was 1985 when he led the Major Leagues with 163 games while hitting 24 home runs with 92 RBI.
He later served as White Sox hitting coach and was a member of the 2005 World Series champion coaching staff.
*1990, A KING-SIZED SWAP: In his first swap as White Sox general manager, Ron Schueler sent pitchers Eric King and Shawn Hillegas to Cleveland for outfielder Cory Snyder.
Schueler was hoping Snyder would give the Sox from sorely needed pop but Snyder proved to be a huge disappointment.
After hitting just three homers (one that was helped over the fence by Luis Polonia) in 50 games, Snyder was shipped to Toronto for a pair of minor leaguers the following July.
*1997, THE SOX PICKUP A MANUEL: The White Sox hired Jerry Manuel as manager.
Manuel joined the Sox after serving as the bench coach for the World Champion 1997 Florida Marlins.
Prior to that, Manuel served as the third base coach for the Montreal Expos from 1991 to 1996.
The laid-back Manuel, who replaced the bombastic Terry Bevington, went 500-471 in six seasons on the Sox bench.
The highlight of his tenure came in 2000 when he guided the Sox to the American League Central Division title. Following the season, he was voted A.L. Manager of the Year.
When Manuel departed after the 2003 season, he ranked fourth in club history in managerial victories.