Frequently Asked Questions
Why are the White Sox celebrating this weekend?
The White Sox are celebrating the ten-year anniversary of their 2005 World Series championship. The weekend is meant to bring back fond memories for fans despite it not being the best season.
Did Michael Jordan really play for a White Sox minor league team?
Yes, during his hiatus from basketball Michael Jordan played for the Birmingham Barons, a White Sox minor league affiliate. He was such a dedicated fan that when the bus rides were too uncomfortable, he replaced the team bus.
What famous song was the White Sox's anthem during their 2005 championship run?
Journey's Don't Stop Believing served as the White Sox's anthem during the 2005 championship season. Styx lead singer Dennis De Young, a lifelong White Sox fan, joked that his song Mr. Roboto may not have fit the team's theme.
Who is the most famous celebrity White Sox fan?
President Barack Obama is considered the most famous celebrity White Sox fan. He has stayed loyal to the South Side squad and even wore a White Sox hat while throwing out the first pitch for the Washington Nationals.
Was Roger Ebert a White Sox fan?
Yes, Roger Ebert was a White Sox fan and got to see his team win the 2005 World Series before he passed away in 2013. He also passed his White Sox fandom along to his reviewing partner Richard Roeper, and together they gave the 2005 season five stars.