Sammy Sosa, the iconic slugger of the Chicago Cubs, returned to Wrigley Field on Friday for the first time in over 20 years, marking a significant moment in Cubs history. Sosa, who played for the Cubs for 13 seasons after being traded from the White Sox in 1992, is set to be inducted into the team’s Hall of Fame this year. Upon his arrival, he was warmly greeted by Cubs owner Tom Ricketts.
Sosa is renowned for his impressive stats, hitting 545 home runs during his tenure with the Cubs, including a franchise-record 66 in 1998, earning him the National League MVP title. His last game with the team at Wrigley was on October 2, 2004, where he contributed with a home run and two hits.
Despite his success, Sosa’s career was marred by controversies related to performance-enhancing drugs, a topic he addressed in a recent public statement. He expressed remorse for past mistakes, emphasizing that he never broke any laws but acknowledged his missteps in managing injuries and performance.
On this nostalgic return, Sosa interacted with Cubs’ rising star Pete Crow-Armstrong and shared moments with manager Craig Counsell. The team honored him with a video tribute after the second inning, to which Sosa responded with gratitude from a suite.
Additionally, Crow-Armstrong set a new team record for achieving 20 home runs and 20 stolen bases the fastest, surpassing Sosa’s previous record. Counsell reflected on Sosa’s impact on the game, praising him as a true entertainer who left a lasting mark on both the franchise and its fans.
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