White Sox OF hits home run after lobbying for lineup spot in elevator
Tommy Pham is a man of his word
The Chicago White Sox are struggling to maintain their position in the American League Central, surrendering seven of their last ten games while the Cleveland Guardians trail the division lead by a half-game. Seeking a boost, the team found one in an unexpected place. Tommy Pham, who previously played for the New York Mets and the Philadelphia Phillies before joining the White Sox this season, batted cleanup in Wednesday's game against the Guardians.
His position was secured in a rather unconventional manner. As reported by ESPN's Jesse Rogers, Pham encountered White Sox general manager Chris Getz in an elevator on Tuesday night and informed him of his readiness to play. Impressed by his claim, Getz activated Pham, who had been on the injured list due to a calf issue. In the fifth inning of the game, Pham delivered a crucial go-ahead home run.
This remarkable performance marked Pham's first homer of the season, arriving precisely when the team needed it most. Baseball, as the article humorously notes, operates in unpredictable ways. Originally published on For The Win titled "White Sox OF hits home run after lobbying for lineup spot in elevator."
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