Jermaine Dye will be a free agent at the end of the season, and he's headed for another 30 home run, 100 RBI season. Scot Gregor of the Daily Herald writes that it wouldn't be surprising if the White Sox gave Dye a two-year extension despite the fact that he's 35. In addition, Chicago is likely to cut ties with Jim Thome at the end of the season due to health concerns. That would allow Dye to play designated hitter at times, even though he can still handle right field.