Chicago-AL (79-83): Reliable Paul Konerko hit .300-31-105, leading eight double-figure homer hitters. The Sox’ flame-throwing pitchers, led by closer Sergio Santos (30 saves, 92 Ks in 63 IP) and four other K-per-inning relievers, struck out 1,220, second best in the AL, while also walking the second fewest. White Sox batters were the second toughest to fan in the AL.
