WNBA Legend Candace Parker Turns Heads After Major Personal News
WNBA Legend Candace Parker Turns Heads After Major Personal News originally appeared on Athlon Sports.
The Chicago Sky announced last week that Candace Parker, who helped win the 2021 WNBA championship for the franchise, would have her jersey retired by the organization on August 25.
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Parker was a legendary figure both for the Sky and WNBA in general. She won two MVP awards and three championships, and she earned 10 All-WNBA selections and made seven All-Star teams during her 16-year career before retiring last offseason.
On the heels of this major personal news, Parker was a guest at the Chicago Cubs game on June 1 against the Cincinnati Reds. There, she threw out the ceremonial first pitch before the contest.
She caught plenty of attention for both her presence at Wrigley Field, as well as the pitch that she threw.
Fans took to social media to respond to this announcement, and several had glowing compliments of Parker.
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"A WNBA legend graces the building today," one fan replied. "Greatness in the air."
"Candace Parker gets a big ovation as she comes out for a ceremonial first pitch," another fan wrote. "Fires one from the mound over the plate."
"When you see a GOAT respect her!!" a fan commented. "I love Candace Parker always looks good 😍😍."
Former Chicago Sky forward Candace Parker (3).Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images
"Candace Parker threw out the first pitch to Brad Keller? Two Chicago GOATs," replied one fan.
"NAPERVILLE CENTRAL LEGEND 🐐," another fan wrote.
"I literally just went to the Cubs game yesterday and left Chicago this afternoon and WDYM I JUST MISSED CANDACE PARKER THROWING OUT THE FIRST PITCH BY A DAY😭😭," a fan complained.
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Parker's jersey retirement will take place on August 25, when the Las Vegas Aces come to Chicago to play the Sky. Parker won the 2023 WNBA championship with the Aces under head coach Becky Hammon, so she should see plenty of familiar faces at Wintrust Arena.
Related: Angel Reese Praised by Chicago Sky Teammate After Second Straight Win
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This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 1, 2025, where it first appeared.
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