The Chicago White Sox could leave the southside for either the suburbs or out of state completely, joining the Bears in their potential move, according to a report.

The White Sox have played on the southside of Chicago at Guaranteed Rate Field since 1991 and have been in the city since 1910.

Crain’s Chicago Business recently reported the team’s longtime owner, Jerry Reinsdorf, is weighing his options about a possible move.

(Via Off the Press)

[Might this also be about crime? One reason for low attendance could be the spike in crime rates, although it may be nothing more than a reflection of a team that can’t build a winning record. JTN suggests that they may be looking at Nashville as a destination, which is already on MLB’s expansion list. — Ed]