Bobby Jenks, former relief pitcher for the Chicago White Sox, passed away at age 44, prompting the team to honor his legacy with several tributes. A tribute video featuring iconic moments from his six-year career, including pivotal plays in the 2005 World Series, was showcased before a game. The team also introduced a vinyl graphic of Jenks celebrating a crucial out and plans to wear a No. 45 uniform patch for the entire 2025 season. General manager Chris Getz expressed the team's sorrow and recognition of Jenks’ impact as a teammate and competitor.
Before Monday's game against the Toronto Blue Jays, the team played a tribute video with iconic moments from Jenks' six-year career with the White Sox. It included clips like Jenks recording the final out in Game 4 to clinch the 2005 World Series and moments from his 2006 and 2007 All-Star seasons.
The White Sox also plan to wear a No. 45 uniform patch for the remainder of the 2025 season. The patches are scheduled to be ready for Thursday's game against the Cleveland Guardians at 6:40 p.m. CT at Rate Field.
White Sox general manager Chris Getz shared thoughts on Jenks, emphasizing his great teammate qualities, heart, and fun-loving nature, acknowledging his challenging life.
To honor the legacy of Bobby Jenks, the White Sox have put up this vinyl of his iconic pose after recording the final out in Game 1 of the 2005 World Series in the home on-deck circle.
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