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Chicago White Sox Face Lawsuits Over Stadium Shooting Negligence

3/26/2026

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Civil lawsuits allege negligence by the Chicago White Sox for allowing a firearm into the stadium in the August 2023 shooting that injured two women.
The White Sox deny responsibility, stating the gunfire originated outside the ballpark.
Court proceedings continue, with depositions of team officials including Chairman Jerry Reinsdorf.
The first trial is set for August 2026, and the team’s home opener is April 2 against the Toronto Blue Jays.

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Civil lawsuits allege negligence by the Chicago White Sox for allowing a firearm into the stadium in the August 2023 shooting that injured two women.
The White Sox deny responsibility, stating the gunfire originated outside the ballpark.
Court proceedings continue, with depositions of team officials including Chairman Jerry Reinsdorf.
The first trial is set for August 2026, and the team’s home opener is April 2 against the Toronto Blue Jays.