Buehrle back in form for White Sox

Mark Buehrle worked out of trouble early Saturday night and avoided big innings that have haunted him. That was a boon to the Sox, who beat the Giants 3-1 despite failing to fully capitalize on the struggles of Barry Zito.

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• Sox 3, Giants 1 Photos

• Box score

Fired White Sox scouting director was on fast track

David Wilder's career path has been sidetracked dramatically. The Sox fired him, a move likely to have repercussions in an organization that takes great pride in loyalty and commitment to its front-office staff members and scouts.

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