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White Sox announce attendees for Ozzie Guillen’s jersey retirement ceremony on August 8

The Chicago White Sox have officially retired No. 13 in honor of former manager and shortstop Ozzie Guillén.

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Source diversity sample: Chicago Sun-Times · sports.yahoo.com · MLB.com · ABC7 Chicago · Sox On 35th.

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What happened

The ceremony recognized Guillén’s contributions as both a player and a manager for the organization. During the event, Guillén acknowledged his family, his roots in Venezuela, and the team's supporters. MLB.com provided specific documentation regarding comments from White Sox Chairman Jerry Reinsdorf concerning the retirement of the jersey.

Subsequent reporting from Sox On 35th expanded the scope of the coverage by detailing the list of attendees present for the ceremony held on August 8. While the initial reports focused on the formal retirement action, later coverage shifted toward the specific assembly of guests present at the ballpark to witness the tribute. There is a discrepancy in the timeline provided by media sources regarding the official event date.

While the Chicago Sun-Times and MLB.com identify the retirement taking place on August 7, Sox On 35th identifies a ceremony involving the announced attendees occurring on August 8. Coverage does not yet specify if these represent two distinct functions or a clarified itinerary for the multi-day celebration.

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Questions people are asking

What number did the White Sox retire for Ozzie Guillén?

The organization retired jersey number 13.

Who acknowledged the fans during the ceremony?

Ozzie Guillén thanked the South Side faithful during the event.

Did the White Sox release an attendee list?

Yes, Sox On 35th reported that the team announced the attendees for the ceremony held on August 8.

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