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The Chicago White Sox haven’t won much in recent years, but one of their best moments came on Friday afternoon.
During the team’s first home game, CHSN broadcast live from Guaranteed Rate Field, with host Chuck Garfien joined by former manager Ozzie Guillen and White Sox legend Scott Podsednik.
Coming to the end of the third, the broadcast team made a live hit, with Podsednik ready to make a desk announcement that no one knew was coming.
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Former Chicago White Sox manager Ozzie Guillen during ceremonies to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the 2005 World Series championship before a game against the Kansas City Royals at US Cellular Field. Kansas City won 7-6 in 13 innings. (Dennis Wierzbicki/USA TODAY Sports)
“I don’t know what it is,” Podsednik said. “I’ve been asked to read what’s in this envelope right here.
“The Chicago White Sox announce today that 2005 World Series-winning manager Ozzie Guillen will be honored on Saturday, August 8…”
Guillén couldn’t help but make a joke.
“Another bighead?” asked.
Former Chicago White Sox manager Ozzie Guillen throws out a ceremonial first pitch before a game against the Cleveland Guardians at Rate Field in Chicago, Illinois, on August 10, 2025. (Patrick Gorski/Imagn Images)
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But Podsednik continued.
“…with a special ceremony retiring his uniform number 13.
“The shortstop who played for 13 seasons with the White Sox will be the 13th player in franchise history to have his number retired, and the first manager. Mr. Ozzie Guillén, your legacy will be forever engraved.”
The announcement was also heard over the stadium’s public address system, and the south side faithful began chanting the name of their beloved coach as Podsednik and Guillén, wiping away tears, shared a hug.
“My God, where is my wife?” -Asked Guillén.
Former manager Ozzie Guillen is honored with the Chicago White Sox of the 2005 World Series before a game against the Cleveland Guardians at Rate Field in Chicago, Illinois, on July 12, 2025. (Patrick Gorski/Imagn Images)
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“Wow. I don’t know how to react, how to thank the White Sox organization. Wow.”
Guillen led the White Sox to their first World Series victory in 88 years over the Houston Astros and has been an analyst for the team since 2019.
