Konerko departs game in 6th to final ovation

9/28/14: Paul Konerko is substituted for a defensive replacement in the 6th inning, as he departs to a standing ovation in his final game
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[@Shindler39]

So sad that Konerko didn't get the National Media attention he deserved, same for Bobby Abreu...

[@Shindler39]

***** Indeed, I totally agree with you. Glad to know that real Baseball enthusiast like you really appreciated guys like Konerko and Abreu and what they did for MLB..

[@dentonrohde7767]

I was at the game when konerko got awarded the statue and all that, as a sox fan I gotta say he brings something that we will miss!

[@Shindler39]

not denton You will indeed remember it for the rest of your life.

[@dentonrohde7767]

yep

[@fallen4life080]

He retired the same year Jeter did, so it really took away from his spotlight, not to mention the Chicago Media doesnt give a crap about the minory culture of the south side and thus the Sox get neglected a lot.

[@shakukon-to]

All 41,210 people were standing in appreciation for Konerko. The greatest in my book!

[@chris_stoller18]

I was there.

[@Rxspect48]

Chris Stoller same here

[@brianpozdal1796]

@@chris_stoller18 Same with me!

[@GbLegibly]

Paulie touched so many hearts in the city of Chicago. He always played with so much heart and was a great role model. One of the more consistent players of the past few decades. We love you Paulie!

[@lifewithchicago5282]

Looking at this in 2022 and for sure he is good role model never heard of him getting in trouble was maybe young boy watching the white Sox an cubs

[@tomservo2202]

He'll never have to pay for a drink on the south side again

[@newbutthunt]

Will never forget that Grand Slam in game 2 of the 2005 World Series, the Sox were down 2-4 and Konerko rips one in the 7th with bases loaded!

[@2greenfloyd]

he'll yea paulie was the best he will be missed

[@newbutthunt]

Ozzie would call him "Paulah-Kahnerko".

[@shakukon-to]

+Kreepy Pasta Ozzie was so Venezuelan

[@joshuapatrick682]

He and Jeter retired in the same year and if Jeter was the face of baseball Paulie was its heart. Good game sir

[@HorseDickmpeg-hn5iy]

I hope he gets voted into the HOF. I know he's not first ballot but hopefully in his later ballots.

[@brianwilliams5662]

nah no chance

[@willshoe9992]

Brian Williams no chance? You are fucking STUPID

[@TheKrabFather]

Brian Williams bruh how no chance?

[@samsmigla]

Brian Williams He has a ring and a Roberto Clemente award. Baseball loves Konerko.

[@JAYZIGGY5]

@@brianwilliams5662 Well he won't make the first ballot. But he's on there.

[@mikebaxter6771]

A class act throughout his career and one hell of a player. One of the greats in my book.

[@soxluv1717]

Next stop... Hall of Fame! Class of 2020! See you in the Hall of Fame Paulie!

[@aaronjimz]

When such a role is left vacant, another person steps up. Jose Abreu was that person. MVPITO

[@jogman262]

I'm asking the Sportswriters of America for one favor. I know he's probably not a first ballot or even a second ballot Hall of Famer. But please, don't disrespect him by not even giving him enough votes to remain on the ballot when voting comes. This man is a class act. Look at his numbers. Vote him in eventually. He deserves it.

[@high-defRJ]

Next to Frank Thomas, Paulie is the iconic White Sox ever. Would love to see him get the call to the Hall of Fame, but still, he has meant so much to the franchise and gave it all - he is engrained into White Sox fans that saw him play and get this curtain call in his last game of his career.

[@gspells]

This was the first game I ever went to as a kid with my dad, Since then my answer to favorite player of all time has been Paul Konerko. I remember they had special booklets on every seat and inside was a poster of Konerko I proudly hung that on my wall my entire childhood. It’s a moment I can pinpoint where my love for baseball began, truly something so special I will never forget

[@elmaster091]

A super star Paul what's one of the best first baseman for the American league for too many years 🙏

[@krxahfb]

your the best kid. You will be missed

[@michaelpainter7715]

If he played for the Yankees or Red Sox he’s be in the hall of fame

[@k1llez4fun65]

I remember being there for this. I remember as a kid staying up for the World Series games and seeing konerko hit that grand slam in game 2. It was a sad day, but one I will never forget. Thank you, Paulie.

[@aliostrowski1935]

Even if he never makes the HOF he's still a hall of famer for sox fans

[@scottmiceli2385]

I came back to this after awhile. Weird seeing konerko hugging a young jose abreu. Now we're about to lose him too :(

[@jhonsalinmelo248]

And we did

[@gjm1953]

Even the Kansas City Royals gave him a standing ovation. That's class.

[@lolbye6673]

I was at that game. I remember when he and his family walked around the whole field. I was glad that I had the chance to meet him and get his autograph that day.

[@joejuodvalkis1321]

I just started crying. Wtf I never cry.

[@notglomethazine]

He passed the torch to Abreu. He’ll be the next HOF’er

[@ryandoty6595]

I was there in left field and at the end of the game him and his family were walking the field and shacking hand I was cutting unions Maybe

[@HAVANA1955]

GO SOXS .......!THANKS PAULIE !

[@joshuapatrick682]

Look at the rookie Chris Bassitt on the bump crushing it for the Mets in 2022…

[@johnfglynn]

what a stud

[@pmiller7148]

A true ball player

[@stonerbellinger8679]

Such a touching story and then...GREG GIBSON THE HOME PLATE UMPIRE

[@CharizardMaster69]

Oh Captain! my Captain!

[@jonhuffman2150]

I was at that game

[@chris_stoller18]

Me too.

[@sportsfanatic2228]

Awesome

[@Rxspect48]

Me too

[@witchblade3299]

Konerko is south side legend.

[@Elitepear]

Atta' boy Paulie. That'll do.

[@TheDAN847]

PAULY!

[@christysmith824]

I love the paulie

[@cheep666]

Future hall of famer

[@jesuischarlie6381]

Didn’t do steroids, put him in the HALL.

[@marchmadness76]

I still miss Paulie…

[@loganvarnell2304]

It's a shame that Derek Jeter's retirement overshadowed Konerko's retirement. Not a hall of fame, but still an outstanding player.

[@windycitysquad5341]

Exactly. Yeah Jeter was better but comparing them is like judging a fish by its tree climbing skills. Konerko was a better hitter but Jeter was better in the field which he should be if he is a short stop.

[@Darkk_Sage]

EnErGy GaMiNg Jeter actually wasn't that great in terms of defense, he was a far better contact hitter than Konerko and more consistent over a 20 year span. Konerko was definitely a power hitter though, and a damn good one.

[@briandurkee9866]

EnErGy GaMiNg Konerko played a damn good first base. Obviously he wasn't the most fleet of foot, but he flashed a great glove out there, especially with picking throws in the dirt.

[@bigdbohnen]

Logan Varnell Totally agree. I'm a huge Yankees fan and obviously was sad to see Jeter's last game but Konerko was one of if not the most underrated player of his era. He was a fantastic baseball player

[@wheelersaka1092]

Yeah, Konerko wasnt known for fielding. Imo he would be a HoF'er but not first ballot. He had hell of a postseason in 2005

[@chris_stoller18]

I was there in person for Paulie's final game.

[@CRAZYWILDMAN49]

love you

[@CRAZYWILDMAN49]

i was there alone. my ex wife wont let me be with my daughter. thanks for being you. i was there for you brother.

[@CRAZYWILDMAN49]

you are the KING of chicago brother.

[@CRAZYWILDMAN49]

i dont have to detail the days brother.

[@g2_the_b827]

Little did we know Jose would be a future mvp

[@Gwazi]

how many fans went to that game? bet it was packed

[@smokingfast]

I was at this game!

[@tavaresthomas6016]

I was there Paulie Day

[@righttackle52]

Turns out 1st base was left in some pretty good hands. God I miss Paulie, but Jose picked up right where Paulie left off.

[@sportsfanatic2228]

The four people that disliked this video were cutting onions they saw the wrong button.

[@timmytheimpaler]

Lots of times, Paulie put the Sox on his back and carried them.

[@shamoo3500]

Southside legend.

[@kingtrawal]

How can people dislike this? LOL

[@buddmannable]

KC players applauding as well. Total class

[@user-nu7wb8sw9w]

If carlos beltran makes it so should paul

[@johnfglynn]

funny to see Chris Bassit pitch

[@Jh76722]

boo cubs boo go konerko

[@mikestanton7613]

Abreu you should have replaced him at 1st base. Would’ve have been cooler.

[@SorokingProd30]

Didn’t he start his career in 1980s?

[@Heeyynnooww]

Drafted in 1994

[@robertmasina4610]

He should at least get an honorable mention among Chicago sports heroes with Walter Payton and Michael Jordan.

[@miguelsandoval1985]

Derek Jeter Final Game: Fans Honored Him. Paul Konerko Final Game: Crickets... No Disrespect To The South Siders Of Chicago.

[@svsps]

And then, in true Sox form, they blew the lead and lost the game....smdh

[@rylanclark1279]

First

[@jetermoersdorf1011]

He is so overrated derek jeter is the best

[@Monisrocks1995]

I'm a Yankees fan but Konerko was a great player too. Him and Jeter were class acts.

[@briandurkee9866]

Jeter Moersdorf I think you misunderstand the meaning of overrated.

[@Darkk_Sage]

Monisrocks1995 people like the guy you replied to give us Yankees fans a bad name.

[@Monisrocks1995]

True

[@TommyCage0736]

+Jeter Moersdorf overrated? How? No he isn't statistically better than Jeter, but to say he is overrated is retarded. The guy hit over 400 career home runs, stuck with the same organization despite the fact that they were bad for most of his time there. Made a few all-star appearances as well. How the hell is that overrated? I know not all Yankee fans are d-bags, but I'm glad your p.o.s team is in dead last.