During the 2025 MLB Draft, ESPN showcased Chris Burke as a key panel analyst but overlooked the 2005 Chicago White Sox, the World Series champions. This incident occurred during a weekend celebration of the team’s 20th anniversary, reflecting repeated omissions by ESPN. Previous instances include a 2016 graphic highlighting Chicago championship history without the White Sox and misleading statements about the postseason. Fans continue to express their dissatisfaction regarding ESPN's neglect of the White Sox's historical achievements, emphasizing their dominance in the 2005 postseason.
ESPN presented former Houston Astros infielder Chris Burke during the 2025 MLB Draft as a key analyst but failed to acknowledge the 2005 White Sox, the World Series champions.
The oversight occurred during a special reunion weekend of the 2005 White Sox, highlighting a continuing pattern of disrespect towards the franchise by ESPN.
In past instances, ESPN excluded the 2005 White Sox from champion histories, including a graphic in 2016 and incorrect statements about the Wild Card era.
Fans express frustration over ESPN's recurring omittance of the White Sox, calling into question their legacy despite their impressive 2005 postseason record.
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