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White Sox pitcher Mike Vasil honored with Harry Potter costume night

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Last updated Jul 30, 2026

White Sox pitcher Mike Vasil honored with Harry Potter costume night

Summary

Chicago White Sox pitcher Mike Vasil, currently sidelined for the season due to Tommy John surgery, received a special honor from the team as they announced a magic wand giveaway on September 4. This event will benefit the first 20,000 fans at Guaranteed Rate Field during a game against the Minnesota Twins. On Wednesday, Vasil wore a Harry Potter costume during a game against the New York Yankees, garnering positive comments from CHSN White Sox reporter Brooke Fletcher and play-by-play announcer John Schriffen. The team aims to showcase Vasil's playful spirit ahead of the upcoming giveaway.

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By the Numbers

•Mike Vasil is out for the season due to Tommy John surgery.
•White Sox announce a magic wand giveaway for September 4.
•Vasil wore a Harry Potter costume in the dugout during a recent game.
•The White Sox are 55-51, in first place in the AL Central.

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12:00 PMYahoo Sports — John Schriffen impressed with White Sox pitcher’s Harry Potter costume

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Chicago White Sox pitcher Mike Vasil is out for the season due to Tommy John surgery, but he’s still made an impact in the dugout with his magic wand skills, which Philadelphia Phillies announcers learned the hard way this season. On Wednesday, the White Sox surprised Vasil with news that the organization will have a…
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