Why was Jim Thome trending? Peoria hall of fame slugger part of podcast marathon challenge However, Thome was not expecting ...

NORMAL — Seven years later, Jim Thome is still in awe ... a cool position,” said the Limestone High School graduate and Peoria native. “Knowing as a first baseman when that umpire’s ...

200. Jim Thome didn't hang his head or reach for an excuse. He weathered daily criticism from the town he's dedicated his career to, and -- eventually -- he caught fire. Posting the best offensive ...

Former White Sox slugger Jim Thome is around Guaranteed Rate Field often as a special advisor to general manager Chris Getz. But, when the Hall of Famer isn't helping out the South Siders ...