White Sox disappoint fans with first pitch choice for ALDS Game 3

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 8 Oct, 12:19 · Archive

The White Sox selected a relatively unknown actor to throw the first pitch for ALDS Game 3.

The Chicago White Sox announced their first pitch selection for ALDS Game 3, choosing a relatively unknown actor for the honour. The decision disappointed fans who had speculated the team might select a high-profile figure. Pre-announcement speculation had suggested possibilities including former President Barack Obama, basketball player Michael Jordan, or even Pope Leo XIV.

Following the announcement, fans criticised the choice on social media. One observer called it an 'absolute miss', reflecting widespread disappointment after the buildup to the reveal.

How it is being reported

• White Sox anger fans with lame first pitch pick for ALDS Game 3 after writers tease huge nameChicago White Sox fans expected Barack Obama, Michael Jordan, or even Pope Leo XIV for the first pitch, but instead got a mostly unknown actor.Fox News · 8 Oct, 11:51
• Fans rip White Sox’s bizarre choice for ALDS Game 3 first pitch after speculation ran wild: ‘Absolute miss’It wasn’t former President Barack Obama. It wasn’t the Pope, either. And it wasn’t even a member of the White Sox’s 2005 World Series championship team.New York Post · 8 Oct, 00:34

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