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Jim Thome's presence at White Sox game angers Guardians fans

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 7, 2026, 11:56 PM

Last updated Oct 7, 2026

Jim Thome's presence at White Sox game angers Guardians fans

Summary

Jim Thome attended a Chicago White Sox game against the Cleveland Guardians during ALDS Game 3 on Wednesday afternoon. Thome, a former Indians player, participated in a stadium-wide 'Black Out' but did not wear a team logo, leading to dissatisfaction among Guardians fans. Thome played for the Indians for 12 seasons, hitting 337 home runs, but also had significant success with the White Sox. Fans expressed discontent over his choice of attire, seeing it as a betrayal given his legacy in Cleveland, including a statue of him outside Progressive Field.

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By the Numbers

•Jim Thome attended a White Sox vs. Guardians playoff game in Chicago.
•He wore a black polo during the stadium-wide 'Black Out.'
•Thome is a former player for the Indians and has a statue in Cleveland.
•His attendance sparked disappointment among Guardians fans.
•Thome played 12 seasons with the Indians, hitting 337 home runs.

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11:56 PMYahoo Sports — Jim Thome Angers Cleveland Guardians Fans With Chicago White Sox Decision

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Jim Thome is one of the best sluggers in the history of baseball, and he started his career wearing a Cleveland uniform for the then-Indians. On Wednesday afternoon, though, he was in Chicago sitting in the stands as the White Sox took on the Guardians in ALDS Game 3. And Thome was taking part in […] The post Jim Thome Angers Cleveland Guardians Fans With Chicago White Sox Decision appeared first on HEAVY.
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