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Jermaine Dye

Outfielder
Position
RF
Bats
R
Throws
R

Contract: Signed through 2009

  • Height: 6-5
  • Weight: 220 lbs
  • Born: Jan 28, 1974

  • Debut: May 17, 1996

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December 28, 2009

Updating an earlier item, the Yankees do not appear to be interested in free agent outfielder Jermaine Dye, according to Jon Heyman of Sports Illustrated.

Our View:

Heyman says the Rangers, Cubs, Giants, Braves and Angels are all more likely destinations. Were Dye to sign as a first baseman somewhere, as has been rumored, his fantasy value would take a hit.

December 27, 2009

There is belief the Rangers may prefer Jermaine Dye over Vladamir Guerrero, according to UZR/150.

Our View:

Dye can still roam in the outfield, while Guerrero will mostly be limited to a DH role. He would be leaving one good hitter's park (U.S. Cellular Field) for another (Rangers Ballpark) if signed by Texas.

December 27, 2009

The Yankees remain interested in free agent outfielder Jermaine Dye, according to the Chicago Tribune.

Our View:

It is unknown where the team would play him, however. He would probably still see some time in right field, but most likely be used more often as the club's designated hitter. Stay tuned.

December 21, 2009

Jon Heyman of Sports Illustrated believes the Yankees could be interested in Jermaine Dye if they decide to deal Melky Cabrera.

Our View:

Considering Dye hit 27 home runs in the hitter-friendly U.S. Cellular Field last season, he could likely do the same in very hitter-friendly Yankee Stadium. Still, it seems like Dye would be aiming a bit too low for the Bronx Bombers. Stay tuned.

December 15, 2009

FOX Sports believes the Rangers could still target Jermaine Dye even if they complete their acquisition of Mike Lowell.

Our View:

Dye's defensive skills have declined, so he may be best served to work in a DH role. Dye recently stated that he would like to play in the west.

December 2, 2009

Several clubs have garnered interest in Jermaine Dye so far in the off-season, according to the Chicago Sun-Times.

Our View:

The interested teams are said to be the Cardinals, Rangers, Red Sox and Giants. He may favor the Giants the most, as he reportedly would like to play in the west, and would be reunited with former Chicago teammate Aaron Rowand.

December 1, 2009

The Yankees have reportedly internally discussed Jermaine Dye, according to Jerry Crasnick of ESPN.

Our View:

Dye would like to play in the west, but Crasnick ultimately does not believe geography will play a large part in his decision to sign with a team. The Yankees notably had success with former Chicago outfielder Nick Swisher in 2008.

December 1, 2009

Jermaine Dye has not been offered salary arbitration by the Chicago White Sox, according to Scott Merkin of MLB.com.

Our View:

He was never expected to return to the team in 2010. This enhances his signability, as now teams will not have to forfeit any draft picks by signing him, as he is a Type A free agent. The White Sox also declined to offer arbitration to Octavio Dotel (a fellow Type A free agent), Scott Podsednik and Ramon Castro.

November 30, 2009

Jermaine Dye appears to be squarely on the radar of the Rangers, though don't count out the Giants as potential suitors, according to MLBlogs.com.

Our View:

The Rangers would like to add a right-handed power bat to their lineup, while the Giants are desperate for power no matter where it comes from. Dye has mentioned a desire to move west, and San Francisco is about as west as you can get without falling into the ocean. Dye is aging, but he still owns a nice power bat - albeit one without upside.

November 30, 2009

The Rangers are very interested in free agent outfielder Jermaine Dye, according to MLB.com.

Our View:

He would fill their need for a right-handed, middle-of-the-order bat. They also like his supposed willingness to play some first base. With Texas being a hitter's haven, a potential move to Dallas could be a fantasy boon, as well.

November 27, 2009

Jon Heyman of Sports Illustrated tweeted that he is hearing that Jermaine Dye would like to play somewhere in the west.

Our View:

Heyman feels that Dye could be an option for the Rangers, who covet a right-handed bat. The White Sox replaced Dye with Andruw Jones in their outfield.

November 24, 2009

The Yankees are not interested in free agent outfielder Jermaine Dye, according to the New York Post.

Our View:

He would be low-rent by the Yankees' standards, but the Bombers want to get younger, and the only geriatric outfielders they will consider giving contracts to this offseason are their own Johnny Damon and Hideki Matsui.

November 23, 2009

According to Fox Sports, teams are interested in signing free agent outfielder Jermaine Dye as a first baseman, and he is amendable to the idea.

Our View:

Among those who are rumored to have inquired are the Braves, Mets, Giants and Orioles. Dye has made just one career appearance at first base, but the switch would be a great way to keep his still potent bat in the lineup and his diminishing defensive skills out of the outfield.

November 23, 2009

The Braves could have interest in free agent outfielder Jermaine Dye, according to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.

Our View:

The Braves seem to take a shine to declining defensively, acceptable offensively American League outfielders, with Garret Anderson already on their roster. Dye still has a good amount of pop, but it's hard to believe he would be anything other than a very temporary solution on a team that desperately needs to get better offensively.

November 6, 2009

As expected, the White Sox have bought out Jermaine Dye's 2010 mutual option, according to MLB.com.

Our View:

The move allows him to file for free agency. The Sox are not expected to offer him arbitration. Early possibilities for a 2010 team for Dye seem to be the Giants and Rangers.

October 8, 2009

ESPN.com is reporting that the White Sox appear to be poised to allow outfielder Jermaine Dye to become a free agent this winter. Dye has a $12 million player option for 2010, but the team can buy him out for $1 million.

Our View:

The White Sox don't have much money to spend this winter, so it looks like they will let Dye walk instead of paying him his $12 million. There will be teams interested in the outfielder's services for the 2010 season, but he is getting up there in age and could see a significant drop-off in production soon.

September 23, 2009

Jermaine Dye went 3-for-4 with four RBI in tonight's 8-6 loss to the Twins at U.S. Cellular Field. He hit a single and two homers, one off Brian Duensing and the other Bob Keppel.

Our View:

Dye snapped a 16-game drought without a homer, but still ranks second on the Sox behind Paul Konerko (28) with 27. He has 325 homers for his career as well.

September 23, 2009

According to the Chicago Sun-Times, the White Sox's are very unlikely to bring back outfielder Jermaine Dye for next season. Dye has a mutual $12 million option for 2010, and the financially-strapped Sox will not pay that kind of money for a guy who is hitting .168 in the second half this season.

Our View:

Dye's days in Chicago looks to be numbered, but he should catch on elsewhere as a regular corner outfielder. He won't likely be making $12 million next season, but he wants to prove that he can still play at a high level after his struggles this season.

September 22, 2009

Jermaine Dye is out of the White Sox's lineup for their Tuesday evening match-up against the Twins. Dye is batting .168 in the second half of the season.

Our View:

Dye has struggled mightily over the second half, so don't be shocked if he gets a few more days off before the end of the year. Alex Rios is in right field tonight, and he could see more playing time if Dye continues to sit.

August 31, 2009

The White Sox have reportedly notified MLB teams that Jermaine Dye is available, according to ESPN.

Our View:

The Sox were swept by the Yankees over the weekend, and are 5.5 games behind Detroit for the lead in the AL Central. Dye has been struggling at the plate, and it is really not surprising to see the club place him on the trading block.

August 27, 2009

Jermaine Dye is out of tonight's lineup at Boston, according to the Chicago Tribune.

Our View:

Dye has been struggling at the plate, and skipper Ozzie Guillen decided to go with Mark Kotsay in right field, who used to be a member of the Red Sox.

August 8, 2009

Jermaine Dye is not in the White Sox lineup for their Saturday night game against the Indians. He will be replaced by DeWayne Wise in the outfield.

Our View:

Dye has been struggling as of late, going 2-for-14, so he will get the night off. He should be back tomorrow, so owners should get him back in the lineup if possible.

July 28, 2009

Jermaine Dye bombed his 23 homer of the season on Tuesday in the White Sox' 5-3 loss to the Dodgers. Dye went 2-for-4 with the solo shot.

Our View:

Dye is still leading the team in homers, and his average is at .288 for the season. He is driving runs in, and as long as he remains healthy the power numbers should stay steady for the rest of the season.

July 18, 2009

Jermaine Dye went 1-for-4 with a two-run homer off rookie Brad Bergesen in Saturday's 4-3 win over the Orioles at U.S. Cellular Field.

Our View:

Dye launched his team-leading 21st homer of the season. He also raised his batting average to .302 and has 58 RBI. He should remain a rock-solid fantasy outfielder, as long as he can stay healthy.

July 8, 2009

Jermaine Dye was 3-for-4 with three RBI in Chicago's 5-1 win over the Indians on Wednesday night. He was the only White Sox player to record an extra-base hit (double).

Our View:

Dye has battled injuries all season, but he's still putting up stats worthy of a fantasy starter in any league. He's now hitting .297 with 20 homers and 54 RBI. Keep him in your lineup.

July 5, 2009

Jermaine Dye went 1-for-3 with a solo homer off reliever Jamey Wright in Sunday's 6-3 loss at Kansas City.

Our View:

Dye crushed his team-leading 20th homer of the season, and has 318 for his career. He has a homer in back-to-back games against Kansas City, his former team.

July 4, 2009

Jermaine Dye hit his 19th home run of the season on Saturday, but the White Sox lost 6-4 to the Royals in Kansas City.

Our View:

Dye now has 50 RBIs on the season, and remains a top-flight option in the outfield in every format.

June 29, 2009

The Giants could be interested in trading for Jermaine Dye, according to the San Jose Mercury News.

Our View:

Dye is rumored to be on many teams' radars if the Sox decide to begin selling and move the veteran outfielder who has a mutual (must be both team and player approved)option for 2010 remaining on his contract. He is having his usual excellent season in 2009, batting .287 with 18 home runs and 45 RBIs, and would provide a huge boost to the Giants' foundering offense.

June 26, 2009

Jermaine Dye went 2-for-4 with a solo homer off Randy Wells in today's 5-4 loss to the cross-town rival Cubs at U.S. Cellular Field. His other hit was a single.

Our View:

Dye has two homers over his last three games, and continues to lead the Sox with 17. He has 315 homers for his career.

June 24, 2009

Jermaine Dye went 2-for-3 with a two-run homer off lefty Randy Wolf in Wednesday's 10-7 win over the Dodgers at U.S. Cellular Field. His other knock was a double.

Our View:

Dye leads the Sox with 16 homers, and ranks second behind Paul Konerko (45) with 42 RBI. He ended an 11-game drought without a home run tonight.

June 23, 2009

According to the Chicago Tribune, White Sox' outfielder Jermaine Dye is back in the lineup on Tuesday for Chicago's game against the Dodgers. Dye will hit third and play right field.

Our View:

Dye missed the last two games with a calf injury, but he is back and ready to go tonight. Fantasy owners should get him in the lineup if you can, as his calf is expected to be just fine.

June 21, 2009

According to the Cincinnati Enquirer, Jermaine Dye was left out of the lineup once again on Sunday due to his strained calf.

Our View:

Dye is available to pinch hit Sunday, but should return to full time service on Tuesday. The extra day of rest on Monday (off day) should help tremendously.

June 20, 2009

After deeming himself fit to play and saying he was "obviously ready to start", Jermaine Dye is not in Saturday's lineup against the Reds, according to the Chicago Tribune.

Our View:

Dye has been hampered by a strained calf all month and has constantly been in and out of the lineup. It's likely the calf is the reason once again, despite Dye's assurances that he is fit. Consider him perpetually day-to-day.

June 18, 2009

Jermaine Dye may not play Friday to nurse his strained left calf, according to MLBblogs.com.

Our View:

Skipper Ozzie Guillen will be cautious with Dye, as the club is already without top outfielder Carlos Quentin. Stay tuned for updates.

June 17, 2009

Updating a previous report, Jermaine Dye is indeed in the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Cubs, according to the Chicago Tribune.

Our View:

This is what we expected. Dye will hit third and face Ryan Dempster. Fell free to start him today.

June 17, 2009

According to the Chicago Tribune, Jermaine Dye got a third consecutive day off to rest his ailing calf after Tuesday's rainout and he is expected to play in Wednesday's contest.

Our View:

Dye isn't convinced that one extra day helped all that much, but he says the calf is getting better and the swelling has gone down. He determined to keep trotting out there and giving it his all so feel free to put him in your lineup, but monitor him closely to make sure he doesn't aggravate the injury.

June 11, 2009

The Chicago Sun-Times anticipates that the White Sox will soon be shopping outfielder and RBI-machine Jermaine Dye. Ken Williams was recently quoted as saying, "Hard decisions always have to be made, but very clearly, we are in a transitional phase and if this team doesn't pick it up at some point, I'm going to have to do some things that maybe aren't the most popular, but in the best interest of the club."

Our View:

It remains to be seen how many teams are looking for another outfielder or DH, but Dye is always a good bat in the lineup and one that has had postseason success. Dye leads all AL outfielders in RBI and home runs over the past five seasons.

June 8, 2009

Jermaine Dye was productive in Monday's 5-4 loss to the Tigers at U.S. Cellular Field as he went 2-for-4 with a two-run homer off Armando Galarraga. His other knock was a single.

Our View:

Dye hit his team-leading 15th homer, with eight coming at home. He also leads the Sox with 39 RBI.

June 7, 2009

Jermaine Dye is set to return to Chicago's lineup for today's home game against the rival Indians, according to the Chicago Tribune.

Our View:

He was out of action while serving a two-game suspension. Dye should be fine to return to fantasy lineups. Half of his 14 homers this season have been launched from U.S. Cellular Field.

June 5, 2009

According to the Chicago Tribune, slugger Jermaine Dye will be out the lineup on Friday when the White Sox play the Indians to begin serving a two-game suspension.

Our View:

Brian Anderson will take his place in right field tonight, and likely tomorrow.

June 2, 2009

Jermaine Dye was solid at the plate in Tuesday's 5-0 loss to Oakland at U.S. Cellular Field, as he went 2-for-4 with a pair of singles.

Our View:

The Sox only had five hits in the game, all of them singles. Dye quietly extended his hitting streak to nine games, with 12 total hits over the span.

May 25, 2009

Jermaine Dye was 2-for-5 with a home run, a walk, four RBI, and three runs scored in Monday's 17-3 beating of the Angels.

Our View:

Dye has four home runs in his last six games and 12 on the season. The 35-year-old continues to bring a lot of value to his fantasy owners and thrives as the No. 3 hitter in the White Sox offense.

May 24, 2009

Jermaine Dye is not in the White Sox' lineup on Sunday, according to the Chicago Tribune. He will be replaced by Brian Anderson in right field.

Our View:

This is just a day off for Dye, so get him out of the lineup today if you have another option. He will be back in the lineup tomorrow, so play him after today.

May 21, 2009

Jermaine Dye went 1-for-4 on Wednesday but his one hit was a big one. Dye hit a fourth inning grand slam to help the White Sox to a 7-4 win.

Our View:

Dye is still producing on a fairly regular basis so far this season, and he is quietly having another nice year. Keep him in the lineup, and if you can trade for him at a reduced price it would probably be a good idea.

May 15, 2009

Jermaine Dye went 1-for-4 with a home run, a run scored, and two RBI in the White Sox 8-3 loss to the Blue Jays on Friday.

Our View:

Dye is appealing his two-game suspension, and good thing he did. The homer didn't impact the game much, but it did impact fantasy contests, so owners should be happy he played tonight.

May 15, 2009

Updating an earlier report, Jermaine Dye is in Chicago's lineup for tonight's game against Toronto, according to the Chicago Tribune.

Our View:

Dye will apparently appeal his two-game suspension. We will keep you posted if his status changes.

May 15, 2009

Jermaine Dye has been dealt a two-game suspension and fined an undisclosed amount by the MLB for arguing balls and strikes with home plate umpire Mike DiMuro during Wednesday's game, according to the Sports Network.

Our View:

Dye will start his suspension tonight when the Sox play Toronto if he does not appeal.

May 6, 2009

Jermaine Dye returned to the lineup on Tuesday and promptly went 2-for-6 with a homer and two RBI. The Sox fell to the Royals in 11 innings, however.

Our View:

This is a great sign for Dye owners, as he has been suffering from a sore hand. His hand looked fine tonight on his home run, but he did strike out three times. He should be fine going forward, so keep him in your lineup.

May 5, 2009

According to the Chicago Tribune, Jermaine Dye is back in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game.

Our View:

Dye has been nursing a sore hand after being hit by a pitch, but he has been deemed good to go. Be sure to get him back into your lineups for tonight.

May 4, 2009

Jermaine Dye is out of the lineup for the second straight game with a swollen left hand, according to the Chicago Tribune. Brent Lillibridge will get another start in the outfield as a result.

Our View:

The White Sox are really just happy that the slugger is not on the DL. After being hit in the hand on Saturday, Ozzie Guillen said he immediately started wondering who would take his place for the rest of the summer. Dye should be back at some point this week.

May 3, 2009

Updating a previous report, Jermaine Dye could return as soon as Monday night, according to the Chicago Tribune. Dye was hit on the hand Saturday and is nursing a nasty bruise.

Our View:

Dye was originally thought to be lost for the season, but the injury turned out to be far less severe. Dye is hitting .289 with six homers and 13 RBI on the season and the Sox will be happy to get his bat back in the lineup.

May 3, 2009

The Chicago Tribune is reportng that Jermaine Dye will not be in the lineup Sunday after bruising his hand on Saturday night. Jayson Nix will start in his place.

Our View:

Dye's injury doesn't look serious, but Ozzie Guillen decided to give him the night off since the Sox are facing a lefty. Expect him to return to the lineup very soon.

May 2, 2009

Jermaine Dye exited tonight's game at Texas in the sixth inning when he was struck on the top of the left hand by a pitch from righty Luis Mendoza, according to the Associated Press.

Our View:

X-rays came back negative, and he only suffered a bruised hand. It is yet to be determined if he will miss any time.

April 25, 2009

Jermaine Dye was 1-for-3 with two RBI, two runs scored, two walks, and a home run as the White Sox beat the Blue Jays 10-2 on Saturday.

Our View:

Dye has collected five home runs this month and the veteran is off to a strong start this season. However, even after his two walks tonight, he has 17 strikeouts compared to just five walks which could signal a future dip in production.

April 17, 2009

Outfielder Jermaine Dye struck out three times on Friday, but he also hit a two-run homer against the Rays. He has gone deep in four of the last five games.

Our View:

Dye is off to an excellent start in all phases, and he is leaving little doubt that he is aiming to repeat his solid 2008 campaign. He is probably trying to earn the $12 million mutual option on his contract for 2010.

April 16, 2009

Jermaine Dye went 3-for-5 with a two-run homer against the Rays on Thursday.

Our View:

Dye hit a rather quiet 34 home runs to go along with his .292 batting average last season and has already jacked three homers this season while batting .400. He should continue to produce while positioned in the heart of Chicago's lineup.

April 13, 2009

Jermaine Dye crushed his 300th career home run in the second inning of Monday's game against the Tigers. The homer was surrendered by Zach Miner.

Our View:

The Sox are playing at hitter-friendly Comerica Park, and Dye took advantage while reaching the career milestone. Also of note, Paul Konerko hit the 300th homer of his career in the same inning.

April 9, 2009

Jermaine Dye drove in the only run of the ballgame for Chicago in a 2-1 loss to the Royals on Thursday.

Our View:

Dye finished the loss 1-for-4, collecting one of only four hits for the White Sox. He early-season average fell to .417.

April 7, 2009

White Sox outfielder Jermaine Dye is refusing to let the topic of his contract situation in Chicago interfere with his performance on the field, according to MLB.com. I've experienced this sort of thing before," said Dye, who is set to be a free-agent after next season, unless the White Sox pick up a $12 million option. "There's no use coming to the field worrying every day if you are going to be here or not. It's especially true of things like that when a team starts struggling."

Our View:

It's possible GM Ken Williams will unload some high-priced veterans should the White Sox begin to struggle this season, and that includes Dye, who hit just .203 with one home run and three RBI during the spring. On the flip side, however, he does have more homers and RBI than any AL outfielder since 2005.

March 31, 2009

Jermaine Dye was 1-for-3 with an RBI on Tuesday, but he struck out and stranded three runners in the game. He's hitting a measly .185 this spring.

Our View:

Dye is having a rough preseason, but should right the ship soon enough. He was a solid fantasy contributor last season, but he is 35 and likely won't blow anyone's doors off this year. Still, he's better than he's shown this spring.

March 1, 2009

Jermaine Dye had a rough afternoon on Sunday, going 0-for-3 while leaving four runners stranded.

Our View:

Dye is most likely going to be traded during this year, as he is in the last year of his deal with the White Sox. They'll certainly want to dump his salary if they're not in contention.

January 31, 2009

Jermaine Dye said that this season is likely his last with the team, and he realizes he may be traded at some point during the season, the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

Our View:

Dye's contract is up after this season, but there is a mutual option for next season that would pay him $12 million.

January 14, 2009

GM Tony Reagins shot down the rumor that the Angels are pursuing outfielder Jermaine Dye, according to the LA Times.

Our View:

The Angels were interested in Dye at one time, but was before they re-signed Juan Rivera.

January 12, 2009

The Angels are apparently looking at Jermaine Dye just two days after White Sox GM Kenny Williams denied that his team is working on moving the slugger, according to the Orange County Register.

Our View:

After the Angels missed out on the Mark Teixeira sweepstakes, they're still looking to upgrade their offense and have publicly said that they aren't interested in Manny Ramirez. Dye hit .292 last year with 34 home runs and 96 RBI, so he would be a significant upgrade on Garrett Anderson who only hit 15 home runs with 84 RBI in 2008. That would allow the Angels to field an outfield of Jermaine Dye, Gary Matthews Jr., and Torri Hunter while using Vladimir Guerrero as a DH. This of course, would be if the Angels didn't have to deal any of the players we just listed in order to acquire Dye.

January 10, 2009

White Sox general manager Kenny Williams denies that his club is working on a big deal involving outfielder Jermaine Dye, the Chicago Tribune reports. One rumor includes Dye and pitching prospect Aaron Poreda going to the Rangers for shortstop Michael Young.

Our View:

Dye is set to earn $11.5 million in 2009, and he holds a mutual option ($12 million) for 2010. He has been surrounded by trade rumors for months, and we doubt the chatter will, ahem, die down after Williams's comments.

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