Jim Thome
Contract: Signed through 2008 with a club option for 2009.
- Height: 6-3
- Weight: 246 lbs
- Born: Aug 27, 1970
- Debut: September 4, 1991
SEASON
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Newsbreakers
October 22, 2009
ESPN's Jorge Arangure reports that slugger Jim Thome has no plans to retire.
Our View:
Thome just wrapped up his 19th season, hitting 23 home runs in 124 games. He is a free agent, and will almost certainly need to sign with an American League team where he can DH. While the market for DHs is expected to be incredibly tight, Thome and his 564 career homers should be able to land a job somewhere.
October 10, 2009
Jim Thome is hopeful of returning to the White Sox next season, according to the Chicago Sun-Times.
Our View:
Thome noted that he is very fond of Chicago, and admitted that he had a hard time approving his trade to the Dodgers. The 39-year-old vet added that the Sox treated him great.
September 1, 2009
According to ESPNChicago.com, Jim Thome will only play first base for the Dodgers in an emergency situation. The team plans to use Thome specifically as a pinch-hitter for the rest of the season.
Our View:
Manager Joe Torre hinted that the team may try to play Thome at first some, but GM Ned Colleti reiterated that Thome will only come off the bench. This move still seems a bit odd, but the Dodgers felt like they needed to add to their bench for the playoffs.
August 31, 2009
Updating an earlier report, Jim Thome has reportedly been traded to the Dodgers, according to Mark Gonzales' (Chicago Tribune) twitter page.
Our View:
He was waived Monday, and did not address reporters after tonight's battle in Minnesota. Thome does have a no-trade clause in his contract.
August 31, 2009
The White Sox have reportedly sent out a memo to some MLB teams stating that Jim Thome is available, according to ESPN.
Our View:
The slugger is hitting .252 with 23 homers and 74 RBI in his fourth campaign with Chicago, and apparently the club is losing faith in catching the Tigers in the AL Central. They are currently 5.5 games back, and were swept by the Yankees over the weekend.
August 29, 2009
Jim Thome went 1-for-3 with a double in Saturday's 10-0 loss at New York.
Our View:
Thome registered Chicago's lone hit of the game, and they were dealt their 11th shutout loss of the season. He collected his 14th double of 2009, and the 412th of his career.
August 22, 2009
Jim Thome went 2-for-3 Friday, and his solo home run accounted for the only score the Sox could muster in a 5-1 loss to the Orioles.
Our View:
Thome now has 23 jacks this season and is proving that the old dog can still get it done. He's had at least 20 homers in all but one season (2005) since 1994. The .254 average isn't juicy, but he power numbers help make up for it.
August 21, 2009
Jim Thome will return to the White Sox's lineup on Friday, according to MLB.com. Thome has missed three straight games while dealing with a heel injury.
Our View:
Manager Ozzie Guillen confirmed that Thome will return tonight, so it is safe to get him back in your fantasy lineup. His heel is feeling much better, and he should be a solid play for the rest of the season.
August 19, 2009
Jim Thome will sit out his third straight game on Wednesday while dealing with a heel injury, according to the Chicago Tribune.
Our View:
The White Sox are facing Zack Greinke on Wednesday, so it makes sense to give Thome one more day off to get completely healthy.
August 18, 2009
Jim Thome is set to return to Chicago's lineup Wednesday against the Royals after missing the last two games with a left heel injury, according to MLB.com.
Our View:
The slugger should be fine to return to fantasy lineups, but will have a tough match-up against ace hurler Zack Greinke, who boasts an 11-7 record and an AL-leading 2.33 ERA.
August 16, 2009
According to the Chicago Sun-Times, Jim Thome aggravated a left foot injury in Sunday's game and will sit out Monday's contest.
Our View:
Consider Thome day-to-day for now. He'll likely be replaced at DH by the ailing Carlos Quentin.
August 14, 2009
Jim Thome is out of tonight's lineup at Oakland, according to the Chicago Tribune.
Our View:
The veteran slugger is not hurt, and manager Ozzie Guillen is just benching him against left-handed hurler Brett Anderson. Scott Podsednik will serve in the DH role in his place, and will bat leadoff.
August 8, 2009
Jim Thome ripped his 21st homer of the season in the White Sox' 8-5 win over the Indians on Saturday. He was 2-for-5 with a pair of RBI on the day.
Our View:
The ageless slugger has already popped four homers this month and continues to prove year after year that he can still get it done. He now has at least 20 homers in 15 of his last 16 seasons.
August 5, 2009
Jim Thome carried the Sox offensively in tonight's 6-2 win over the Angels at U.S. Cellular Field, as he went 2-for-4 with two homers and four RBI.
Our View:
Thome now has 20 homers in 2009, and 561 for his career. The slugger hit two homers in a game for the third time this season.
July 31, 2009
As expected, Jim Thome returned to action on Thursday night and went 1-for-4 in the White Sox win over the Yankees.
Our View:
Thome had not played in the last two games due to a sore neck. He continues to be one of the more consistent sources of power, though he is hitting just .250, at the age of 38.
July 29, 2009
Jim Thome is aiming for Thursday to return to the diamond, according to MLBblogs.com. He is currently out while dealing with tightness in his lower back.
Our View:
The Sox are not concerned that the ailment will bother him down the stretch. The Sox will battle the Yankees on Thursday.
July 28, 2009
Jim Thome is not in the White Sox lineup on Tuesday. He will be replaced as the team's DH by Carlos Quentin for tonight's game.
Our View:
Thome is dealing with some back soreness, and he is expected to be out until Thursday. He has 17 homers this season, so owners shouldn't be worried about him being out of the lineup too often when healthy. He should be a safe play on Thursday, but check back to make sure.
July 24, 2009
Jim Thome went 1-for-3 with a solo homer off Eddie Bonine in Friday's 4-3 loss at Detroit in the bottom half of their doubleheader.
Our View:
Thome crushed his fourth homer of July, and his 17th of 2009. Tonight's dinger marks the 558th of his career.
July 20, 2009
Jim Thome has been named the American League Player of the Week, according to the Chicago Tribune. Thome went 5-for-10 in the three games after the break and knocked two homers and seven RBI over that time.
Our View:
All of his homers and RBI came in one game, Friday night against the Orioles, but in a week in which teams only played three or four games it was good enough to get him the honor. Thome is not a top candidate for Player of the Week honors every week, but with his power potential it could happen again.
July 17, 2009
Jim Thome had a monster night on Friday in the White Sox' 12-8 win over the Orioles. Thome went 2-for-4 with two home runs, two runs scored, and seven RBI in the win.
Our View:
For those of you who have Thome on their team, congratulations. In this short fantasy week, this is a huge performance, and he can carry a week with a night like this. Thome can still hit for power, which keeps him relevant in all fantasy circles.
July 12, 2009
Jim Thome hit a three run homer in the White Sox 13-7 loss to the Twins on Sunday. It was his only hit in three trips.
Our View:
The aging slugger is still getting it done. He carries just a .255 average, but maintains his fantasy relevance with 14 homers and 50 RBI. 2009 looks to be a typical Thome season.
July 11, 2009
Jim Thome carried the Sox in tonight's 8-7 win at division rival Minnesota, as he went 2-for-4 with a double and four RBI.
Our View:
Thome has a hit in five straight games, and ended a five-game skid without an RBI. He now has 47 RBI for the season.
June 30, 2009
The Arlington Daily Herald is reporting that the Cubs-White Sox game that was postponed on June 16 due to rain will be made up on September 3.
Our View:
The game will be an afternoon affair at Wrigley, and the Cubs will try to even the season series at three with a win.
June 24, 2009
Jim Thome will get a day off Wednesday against Dodgers' lefty Randy Wolf, according to the Chicago Tribune.
Our View:
Josh Fields will cover first base, with Paul Konerko serving in the DH role at U.S. Cellular Field. Adjust your lineups accordingly.
June 11, 2009
Jim Thome went 2-for-3 with two RBI in Thursday's 4-3 win over the Tigers at U.S. Cellular Field. He hit a single and a two-run homer.
Our View:
The slugger launched his 12th homer of the season, and No. 553 for his career. He has now homered in three of his last four games.
June 10, 2009
Jim Thome accounted for the White Sox lone run in their 2-1 loss to the Tigers on Wednesday. His solo home run was his only hit in three at bats. He struck out twice and drew a walk.
Our View:
Thome has five RBI in his last three games and has accumulated 37 on the season. He also has 11 home runs and continues to deliver almost exactly what is expected of him - which unfortunately includes a .250 batting average.
June 8, 2009
Jim Thome carried the Sox offensively in Monday's 6-1 win over the Tigers at U.S. Cellular Field, as he went 2-for-3 with three RBI. He hit a two-run homer and a single. That was the second game of their doubleheader.
Our View:
The slugger crushed his 10th homer of the season, and No. 551 of his career. The Sox are 8-1 this season when Thome hits a homer as well.
June 7, 2009
Jim Thome will ride the pine for today's home game against Cleveland, according to the Chicago Tribune.
Our View:
He is being held out against opposing left-handed pitcher David Huff. Josh Fields will serve in the DH role in his place. Adjust your fantasy lineups accordingly.
June 1, 2009
Jim Thome carried the Sox in Monday's 6-2 win over the Athletics at U.S. Celluar Field, as he went 2-for-4 with a three-run homer. His other hit was a single.
Our View:
Thome recorded an RBI in three straight games, with six RBI over the span. His home run is No. 550 for his career.
May 25, 2009
Jim Thome hit his eighth home run of the season in Monday's 17-3 win over the Angels. He went 2-for-3 with a walk, four RBI, and a run scored before being lifted for a pinch-hitter in the blowout.
Our View:
Thome failed to get a hit in his last three games. He has been a much better hitter on the road than at home this season, despite U.S. Cellular field typically favoring sluggers. He is hitting just .176 in Chicago against .308 on the road.
May 19, 2009
Jim Thome was 2-for-3 with a double, a run scored, and two RBI in the White Sox' 6-2 win over the Twins.
Our View:
Thome has his average up to .252 on the year, which is not bad considering his poor start. He should deliver the power numbers, but don't expect much average out of him all season.
May 18, 2009
Jim Thome went 1-for-3 with a two-run homer in Monday's 3-2 loss at Toronto.
Our View:
Thome's bomb tied the game at 2-2, but the Sox were unable to prevent a four-game sweep against the Blue Jays.
May 13, 2009
Jim Thome will sit out today's game against the Indians, according to the Chicago Tribune. Lefty Cliff Lee will be the opposing hurler.
Our View:
He will be held out against his former team, and Wilson Betemit will replace him at DH. Thome swatted two homers in Tuesday's win.
May 12, 2009
Jim Thome blasted two home runs in three trips on Tuesday as the White Sox topped the Indians 7-4. He drove in four, drew two walks and scored three runs.
Our View:
Thome now has six homers on the season, but, even after Tuesday's fine performance, is hitting just .227. He's a nice power option in AL-only leagues, but his average will drag your team down.
May 5, 2009
According to the Chicago Tribune, Jim Thome drew his 1,559th walk in the first inning on Tuesday to put him in a tie for 14th place all-time.
Our View:
Thome drew the walk off of Royals' starter Kyle Davies and it put him next to the great Harmon Killebrew on the all-time list. Just another notch on the bedpost that is Thome's storied baseball career.
April 30, 2009
Jim Thome has been cleared to play Friday at the Rangers, according to the Chicago Tribune.
Our View:
Thome tested his sore left heel today by running the bases, and was deemed fit to play. Thome will be returning in a good hitter-friendly park, and crushed 29 homers over 121 career games against Texas.
April 29, 2009
Manager Ozzie Guillen notes that Jim Thome's heel injury is "serious," and the DH may land on the disabled list if he is unable to return by Friday, the Chicago Tribune reports.
Our View:
The White Sox are off on Thursday, so Thome will have some time to find a miracle elixir. We'll let you know when we have more information, but this news doesn't sound too good.
April 28, 2009
Updating an earlier report, Jim Thome may not return to the lineup until Friday at Texas while nursing a sore heel, according to the Chicago Tribune.
Our View:
Carlos Quentin will replace him as Chicago's DH in the first game of tonight's doubleheader against the Mariners. Jerry Owens replaces Quentin in left. Thome should be held out of fantasy lineups until further notice.
April 28, 2009
Jim Thome will rest for a few days while nursing a sore right heel, according to the Chicago Sun-Times.
Our View:
The slugger could be used as a pinch-hitter if necessary, but won't likely return to the DH role until Thursday at the earliest. He has chipped in four homers over 15 games so far this season.
April 24, 2009
Jim Thome had a rough night on Friday, going 0-for-4 with three strikeouts. He is hitting .220 on the season.
Our View:
Nobody from Chicago did much at the plate on Friday, but Thome really struggled wth his three strikeouts. His average isn't good, but the power is still there. He is still a decent option in all formats, but he will have some nights like this in the future, so be prepared.
April 23, 2009
Jim Thome drove in Chicago's only two runs on Thursday in a 6-2 loss to the Orioles. He was 1-for-4 on the day and besides his RBI single he struck out in every other plate appearance.
Our View:
Thome already has 17 strikeouts this season and looks like he's trying to replicate last year's stats. Solid home run totals, but a low average and tons of strikeouts. For the record, he has four bombs and is hitting .234.
April 22, 2009
Jim Thome homered again on Wednesday in the White Sox' 8-2 win over the Orioles. Thome was 1-for-2 with the homer and two walks.
Our View:
The average isn't there right now for Thome, but he has four homers already on the young season. He looks to still be a viable power option in all leagues, but don't expect him to hit for much average.
April 19, 2009
Jim Thome went 2-for-3 with a home run, a double, four runs scored, two RBI, and two walks as the White Sox beat the Rays 12-2 on Sunday.
Our View:
Thome came into the game hitting just .206, but he has hit three home runs already. It doesn't appear as if he is slowing down much but his batting average figures to hover around the .250 mark throughout the season.
April 12, 2009
Jim Thome hit his second home run of the season in Sunday's 6-1 win over the Twins. He finished the game 1-for-4 with a run scored, two RBI, and two strike outs.
Our View:
Thome seems to still have the power to make another run at 35 home runs, but his strike outs have come at an alarming rate to start the season. He has seven whiffs against just one walk in 21 at-bats.
April 7, 2009
Jim Thome went 3-for-4 with a three-run homer in Tuesday's 4-2 win against the Royals in the season opener at U.S. Cellular Field. His other two knocks were singles.
Our View:
The Sox were trailing 2-1 before Thome put them on top to stay with his homer, which was the 542nd of his career.
March 26, 2009
Jim Thome was 1-for-3 with an RBI and a walk in Thursday's loss to the Diamondbacks. He drove in the White Sox's only run of the game.
Our View:
Thome is having a decent spring, but will need to improve on his .245 average and 147 Ks in 2008 if he's going to command any legitimate fantasy attention. He's still a decent power option in deep leagues though.
March 25, 2009
Jim Thome was 2-for-4 Wednesday and hit his third home run of the spring.
Our View:
Thome is still a power threat (34 dingers last year), but he whiffs a lot and his average has been dipping considerably the past few seasons. He's still a decent power option in AL-only leagues and is worth a late look in mixed leagues as well.
March 16, 2009
MLB.com reports that Jim Thome should be back in the White Sox lineup on Wednesday. That will mark a week that he has been held out due to back pain.
Our View:
Thome's sore back can be counted on to keep him out of the lineup for at least a handful of games this season. It has been an on-going issue for the past five or so seasons.
March 11, 2009
The Daily Herald reports that Jim Thome was scratched from Wednesday's game due to a bad back.
Our View:
Thome is just 2-for-14 this spring. His back has hampered him his entire time in a White Sox uniform, and you can probably expect it to force him from a few starts in the regular season as well.
March 2, 2009
Jim Thome slugged a three-run home run in Monday's 5-3 loss to the Mariners. It was his only hit in three at-bats.
Our View:
The 38-year-old should remain a solid source of power and walks this season, but there is not much room for improvement.
January 21, 2009
Jim Thome intends to play past the 2009 season, according to MLB.com. His contract with the White Sox will end at the conclusion of next season.
Our View:
Thome was still a productive power hitter for the White Sox last year, drilling 34 home runs and knocking in 90 RBI while getting in 503 at-bats to earn his $13 million vesting option for 2009. He should be worth drafting in fantasy leagues for 2009, but not until the later rounds.
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