Meet the Players: Mike Gasick

Contrary to this lead art, Mike Gasick (Danks for Nothin) is a fully-formed adult, able to steadfastly stride into losing football locker rooms Saturday after Saturday to search for strands of hope, as a beat writer for the Illini “football” “team.” He was also the youngest guest at my wedding, clocking in at a hair past two months old.

Meet the Players: Quick Hits

Hometown: Libertyville

First White Sox memory: Carlos Lee’s 28-game hitting streak

Favorite White Sox memory: Paulie’s slam in Game 2 of the World Series

Next White Sox statue: Hawk Harrelson

Next White Sox retired number: 25

Go-to concession food at Sox Park: Premium hot dog (Elotes a close second)

Favorite Baseball Movie: The Rookie.