Derrick Rose to throw out first pitch at White Sox Opening Day
Derrick Rose to throw out first pitch at White Sox Opening Day
CHICAGO (WGN) — The Chicago White Sox announced several highlights planned for their regular season-opening series against the Los Angeles Angels, including Derrick Rose throwing out the ceremonial first pitch on Opening Day.
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The South Siders took to X with a promotional video Thursday to announce Rose will be delivering the first pitch on March 27 against the Angels.
On top of Rose throwing out the first pitch, the first 20,000 fans who enter Rate Field will receive a 125th-anniversary plush blanket.
45 minutes before first pitch, White Sox manager Will Venable and players will be introduced as they arrive on the field in Ford Broncos, followed by a flyover executed by the Illinois Army National Guard in three Blackhawk Helicopters.
Two days later, the South Siders will have their first fan giveaway, a 1907 Replica Jersey, on Saturday, March 29, for the first 15,000 fans who enter the ballpark. Ahead of that game, country music artist Cooper Alan will throw out the first pitch.
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Sean Burke is scheduled to take the mound for the White Sox on Opening Day, while Yusei Kikuchi will get the nod for Los Angeles. First pitch is set for 3:10 p.m. CT.
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