October 13, 1970 - New player personnel director Roland Hemond made his first deal in that capacity for the club. Hemond sent John “Pineapple” Matias and Gail Hopkins to the Royals for Don O’Riley and Pat Kelly. Kelly, who was the brother of Browns running back Leroy Kelly, provided speed for the “New Look” White Sox.

A solid hitter and leadoff man, Pat would make the All-Star Team in 1973 when he hit .280 with 22 steals. He played for the Sox from 1971 through 1976 and stole 119 bases.

Pat Kelly was one of my favorites from that era.  I remember for some reason he didn't make the opening day roster to start the 1971 season and Harry Caray would constantly report on how he was doing down in the minors and repeatedly ask rhetorically, "Where's Pat Kelly?" during the radio broadcasts until they finally brought him up.