Well, it seems like Sammy Sosa and the Chicago Cubs might be on the road to reconciliation! After years of estrangement following the steroid scandal that rocked baseball in the early 2000s, Sosa is making amends with the Cubs.
In a statement released Thursday, Sosa admitted to making some “mistakes” during his playing days. He acknowledged doing whatever he could to recover from injuries and maintain his strength over the long 162-game season. While he didn’t explicitly mention “steroids” or “PEDs,” it’s pretty clear what he’s referring to.
Sosa emphasized his love for the Cubs and their fans, expressing his desire to move forward and reconnect with the organization. He acknowledged that players from his era might not always get the recognition they feel they deserve, but he’s hopeful that he and the Cubs can put the past behind them.
And it looks like the Cubs are ready to welcome him back! Cubs owner Tom Ricketts has reportedly accepted Sosa’s apology and plans to invite him to the upcoming Cubs Convention. There’s even talk of Sosa potentially joining the Cubs Hall of Fame or having his number retired!
For Cubs fans, this is a big deal. Sosa was a legend in Chicago, smashing 545 home runs with the team, including a mind-blowing 66 in 1998. He was a force to be reckoned with, leading the league in home runs multiple times.
Unfortunately, the Baseball Hall of Fame has been a different story. Sosa hasn’t received enough votes to stay on the ballot, and his chances of induction seem slim. But maybe, just maybe, this reconciliation with the Cubs will open some doors for him.
It’s a complicated situation, no doubt. But one thing’s for sure: Sammy Sosa is a Cubs legend, and it’s good to see him taking steps to mend his relationship with the team and its fans.
