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White Sox Unveil Statue Honoring Legend Mark Buehrle

1/25/2025

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Summary

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On July 11, the Chicago White Sox will honor legendary pitcher Mark Buehrle with a statue at Rate Field, celebrating the 20th anniversary of their 2005 World Series triumph. A five-time All-Star, Buehrle dazzled fans during his 12 seasons, racking up 161 wins and a 3.83 ERA before his No. 56 was retired in 2017.

History

Historical Context

On July 11, the Chicago White Sox will unveil a statue for Mark Buehrle, celebrating the 20th anniversary of their 2005 World Series win. This marked their first championship since 1917, breaking an 88-year drought, a stark contrast to the infamous 1919 Black Sox scandal that tarnished the franchise's legacy.

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Story summary

On July 11, the Chicago White Sox will honor legendary pitcher Mark Buehrle with a statue at Rate Field, celebrating the 20th anniversary of their 2005 World Series triumph. A five-time All-Star, Buehrle dazzled fans during his 12 seasons, racking up 161 wins and a 3.83 ERA before his No. 56 was retired in 2017.

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