Manny Ramirez Clears Waivers and Joins White Sox: The Chicago White Sox (71-60) have added a little pop to their lineup with the acquisition of eccentric outfielder, Manny Ramirez. The Chicago White Sox claimed the 12-time All-Star on waivers this week to help their AL-playoff push, and this should certainly improve the White Sox' 2010 World Series Odds. Playing more as a designated hitter with the White Sox instead of being used sparingly as a defensively challenged outfielder in Los Angeles, influenced him to waive his no-trade clause. Hammerhead Sports delivers the most accurate free sports picks and free MLB picks from our MLB predictions experts. Find our winning MLB Picks selections below.

With Paul Konerko having a huge contract year, this acquisition could not have come at a better time because aside from making the team better, it shows the players that the White Sox' front office is ready to make this a serious push. Chicago entered action Tuesday four games behind the Minnesota Twins. Bodog Sportsbook has the Chicago White Sox 2010 American League Odds at +1600.

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To think of Manny Ramirez's bat in the lineup every night, protecting either Alex Rios or Carlos Quentin, without suffering the strain on his body from playing the outfield seems like a perfect remedy to what ailed the Sox; depth. Now if the pitching and the bullpen can hold up, they stand a chance in the postseason. The way things are shaping up and barring a major shakeup in September, the American League wild card winner will face Texas, while The American League East winner will face The White Sox. The Chicago White Sox 2010 World Series Odds are currently at +2800.