Fans gathered near the Jim Thome statue at Progressive Field during a game between the Chicago Cubs and the Cleveland Guardians on April 3, 2026. The statue honors the former Cleveland slugger and Hall of Famer Jim Thome, who spent much of his career with the franchise. The scene reflects the enduring connection between Thome and the city's baseball fans.
On Jim Thome, Fandom and Life Outside the Foul Lines
