Jul 19, 2008
Story Timeline: 80 days
Manager displeased with Rangers closer's demeanor CHICAGO -- Getting into a war of words with White Sox manager Ozzie Guillen stands somewhat akin to taking on Josh Hamilton in a home-run hitting contest with the way he was swinging the bat in the first round of Monday's All-Star competition. Even at your best, there isn't much of a chance for victory. Then again, it wasn't the words coming from Texas closer C.J. Wilson after last Sunday's 12-11 victory in Arlington that drew Guillen's ire. Instead, it was Wilson's demeanor on the mound as he tried to hang on to a four-run lead that caused Guillen to speak out during the ninth inning and again prior to the start of Friday's contest with the Royals. Texas held a 12-8 lead when Wilson entered the game and promptly gave up consecutive singles to Toby Hall, Juan Uribe, Orlando...
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