This isn’t like the Cubs’ ambassador program, where employees interact with fans and help solve problems.
↵White Sox ambassadors include former players Carlton Fisk, Ron Kittle, Minnie Minoso and Bill “Moose” Skowron. ESPN Chicago explains what they do:
↵↵↵… represent the team at community and charity functions, shake hands, sign autographs, talk to the crowd, and in general, turn an event away from the ballpark into a happening since it will have such a recognizable team figure on hand.
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The Sox will retire Thomas’ #35 in ceremonies before the game vs. the Yankees on August 29. Tickets are still available.