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Gerald Chaney Collapses During White Sox Jackie Robinson Day

4/16/2026

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Gerald Chaney collapsed while performing "Lift Every Voice and Sing" during the Chicago White Sox's Jackie Robinson Day celebration on April 15, 2026.
He paused twice before falling to the ground.
Emergency medical technicians attended to him before transport to the hospital for evaluation.
The White Sox reported he was alert before transport.
The incident delayed the game against the Tampa Bay Rays by 12 minutes.

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Story summary

Gerald Chaney collapsed while performing "Lift Every Voice and Sing" during the Chicago White Sox's Jackie Robinson Day celebration on April 15, 2026.
He paused twice before falling to the ground.
Emergency medical technicians attended to him before transport to the hospital for evaluation.
The White Sox reported he was alert before transport.
The incident delayed the game against the Tampa Bay Rays by 12 minutes.