Frank Thomas rips White Sox over social media post

February 2, 2026, 7:59 PM EST
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CITY, State (Fox News) — Baseball Hall of Famer Frank Thomas criticizes Chicago White Sox for excluding him from Black History Month graphic

Key Facts:

  • Frank Thomas, who played 16 years for the White Sox, expressed disappointment at being left out of a Black History Month graphic by the organization.
  • The graphic highlighted key moments in the White Sox’s history with Black players, including Minnie Miñoso, Al Smith, Danny Goodwin, and Kenny Williams.
  • Thomas, known as "The Big Hurt," won back-to-back MVP awards in 1993 and 1994 and was part of the 2005 World Series-winning team.
  • He played 171 games for the Toronto Blue Jays after his time with the White Sox, and the Blue Jays included him in their Black History Month celebration.

    Key Quote:

    "I guess the Black player who made you rich over there and holds all your records is forgettable! Don’t worry I’m taking Receipts!" – Frank Thomas

    Media:

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    Caption: Frank Thomas #35 of the Chicago White Sox signs autographs for fans prior to the start of a Major League Baseball spring training game in 1996 in Tucson, Arizona. (Focus on Sport/Getty Images)

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    Caption: Former Chicago White Sox player and Hall of Fame member Frank Thomas prior to a game against the Toronto Blue Jays at U.S Cellular Field on Aug. 16, 2014. (Dennis Wierzbicki/USA TODAY Sports)

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