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Tommy Pham threatens reporter over article during ALDS series

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 6, 2026, 6:21 PM

Last updated Oct 6, 2026

Tommy Pham threatens reporter over article during ALDS series

Summary

Tommy Pham of the Chicago White Sox has taken issue with a report by Jeff Agrest of the Chicago Sun-Times regarding an exchange with MLB commissioner Rob Manfred. Pham accused Agrest of misrepresenting his comments made in a lighthearted manner during Game 1 of the ALDS against the Cleveland Guardians. The incident has the potential to become a distraction as the White Sox currently lead the series 2-0, with Game 3 scheduled for Wednesday afternoon in Chicago. Pham's reaction came via a post on X, criticizing Agrest's reporting style and suggesting he would work to ensure Agrest is not allowed around the team.

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By the Numbers

•Tommy Pham criticized a report about his joke to Rob Manfred.
•Pham publicly threatened to blacklist reporter Jeff Agrest.
•White Sox lead the ALDS 2-0 against the Guardians.
•Game 3 is scheduled for Wednesday at 4 PM ET in Chicago.
•The incident may distract the team during the playoffs.

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6:21 PMYahoo Sports — White Sox’s Tommy Pham threatens to blackball reporter after he takes issue with article

What they're saying

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Chicago White Sox veteran Tommy Pham is never afraid to speak his mind . While the White Sox are focused on winning the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Guardians, Tommy Pham took issue with a report from reporter Jeff Agrest of the Chicago Sun-Times. Agrest reported an exchange between MLB commissioner Rob Manfred and Pham in […] The post White Sox’s Tommy Pham threatens to blackball reporter after he takes issue with article appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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