Frequently Asked Questions
Why was Tim Anderson suspended by MLB?
Tim Anderson was suspended for talking trash after being hit by a pitch, specifically for allegedly calling Royals pitcher Brad Keller a "weak-ass f---ing (n-word)" during the bench-clearing incident. The suspension came after Anderson celebrated a home run with a bat flip and was subsequently plunked by Keller in retaliation.
How many black players are currently in Major League Baseball?
There are only 63 black players in the entire MLB according to the article. Tim Anderson is one of those 63 players, representing a dramatically small number that wouldn't even fill a section at Sox Park.
What is Tim Anderson's batting average and stats this season?
Tim Anderson is having an outstanding 2019 season, batting .422 with four home runs. He's currently outperforming elite shortstops at his position, including Manny Machado.
What is the White Sox team tradition when players hit home runs?
The White Sox present teammates with a massive rapper chain featuring an old school White Sox logo whenever they hit a home run. This tradition is part of the team's new swagger and different clubhouse culture on the south side.
What was MLB's #LetTheKidsPlay campaign about?
The #LetTheKidsPlay campaign was designed to excite fans by promoting bat flips, big moments, and trash talking in baseball. However, the article argues it's just a "fluffy, bunny soft ad campaign" since players like Anderson still get suspended for showing emotion and acting human on the field.