Jake Whitesides To The White Sox

Published on July 22, 2004 under Canadian American League (Can-Am)
Bangor Lumberjacks News Release


Bangor, ME- The Bangor Lumberjacks are proud to announce that outfielder Jake Whitesides has been sold to the Chicago White Sox organization today. Whitesides is coming off a performance in the Central League/Northeast League All-Star Game that saw him bat 2-for-5 with a double and a three-run home run.

Whitesides, a former 5th round pick of the Houston Astros, was hitting .307 with six home runs, thirty RBI, and fifteen stolen bases. The Columbia, MO native was among top ten in hitting in the league, second in stolen bases, fourth in hits (58), second in doubles (15), second in triples (4), and tied for third in extra base hits with teammate Derry Hammond (25).

Last season, Whitesides hit .298 with the Mid-Missouri Mavericks of the Frontier League, blasting four home runs, driving in 49, and stealing 22 bases.

"Jake has done exactly what a player needs to do to be signed and that is basically to sit at the top of the league leaders in almost all offensive categories. That will attract attention," said Lumberjacks manager Kash Beauchamp. "A strong performance at the all-star game sealed the deal, and he is well deserving of this."

Whitesides will report to the Kannapolis Intimidators of the South Atlantic League, Chicago's High-A ball affiliate in North Carolina. The Intimidators are 16-10 in the second half.

The Lumberjacks are back home at the Wink on Monday, July 26. Monday is Cumulus Broadcasting's Elvis Night at the Wink. Those who come to the park dressed as Elvis receive a free reserved ticket and can participate in the Lumberjacks Elvis Look-a-Like Contest. Prizes will be given to the best look-a-like, sound-a-like and best Elvis dance moves from Spencer's Gifts in the Bangor Mall. At 5:45, Bruce Nye the Elvis Guy will be performing in the concourse and DJ's from 95.7 FM will be on hand as well. Game starts at 6:30, Elvis performance is from 5:45-6:15. If you are an Elvis fan, this is a night you cannot miss! Call (207) 847-1900 for tickets or stop in the Lumberjacks Pro Shop in the Bangor Mall or visit www.bangorlumberjacks.com.

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