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White Sox chairman Reinsdorf officiates wedding of former Rookie of Year Kittle during game
By SARAH TROTTO, Associated Press at ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports
· June 27, 2026
· 1 min read
CHICAGO (AP) — As the White Sox were slugging their way to a 22-1 victory over the Royals on Friday night, former player Ron Kittle was getting married in a ballpark suite with Chicago chairman Jerry Reinsdorf officiating. Kittle tied the knot with his girlfriend, Barbara, in Reinsdorf’s suite du...
Key takeaway Kittle tied the knot with his girlfriend, Barbara, in Reinsdorf’s suite during Chicago’s 10-run third inning.
Why this matters in The McAllen
For McAllen residents who are baseball fans, the unusual wedding ceremony of former player Ron Kittle may bring to mind the city's own minor league team and the role of sports in local community life. While the Rio Grande Valley does not have a direct connection to the White Sox or the Royals, the story highlights the creative ways that sports venues can be used for non-traditional events. As McAllen continues to develop its own parks and recreational facilities, it will be interesting to see if any local couples follow Kittle's lead and choose a unique sports-themed venue for their special day. The city's event planners and venue managers may take note of the potential for hosting weddings and other events at sports facilities, potentially generating new revenue streams and community engagement opportunities.
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Category: parks ·
Published: June 27, 2026 ·
Source: ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? CHICAGO (AP) — As the White Sox were slugging their way to a 22-1 victory over the Royals on Friday night, former player Ron Kittle was getting married in a ballpark suite with Chicago chairman Jerry Reinsdorf officiating. Kittle tied the knot with his girlfriend, Barbara, in Reinsdorf’s suite du...
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