in 2002, lee played in just 140 games but was consistent once again, driving in 80 runs while hitting 26 home runs. in 2003, lee had his breakout season for the white sox, playing in 158 games, lee drove in 113 rbi while homering 31 times and scoring 100 runs. the following year, lee continued his success, hitting 31 home runs and scoring 103 runs. he also drove in 99 rbi while hitting .305 for the white sox.