NorthSideSox72 Posted May 22, 2012 Share Posted May 22, 2012 Per Trib The Chicago White Sox will honor the Chicago Police Department for their service and professionalism performed during the NATO Summit with two tributes. The Sox will hold a special tribute to the services of officers during Wednesday night's game against Minnesota at U.S. Cellular Field. Also, each sworn member of the Chicago Police Department will receive two complimentary tickets to one of 10 select games this season for their service during the NATO Summit. ''Mayor Emanuel asked the White Sox organization to join the city of Chicago in honoring the men and women of the Chicago Police Department who represent the most dedicated and finest of our great city, and we are proud to recognize their service,'' Sox chairman Jerry Reinsdorf said in a statement. ''The White Sox thank these true Chicago heroes who served our city during the NATO Summit." Pretty nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LittleHurt05 Posted May 22, 2012 Share Posted May 22, 2012 One of 10 "select" games? Let me guess. 6 vs. Seattle, 3 vs. Oakland, & 1 vs. KC? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kyyle23 Posted May 22, 2012 Share Posted May 22, 2012 Very interesting that this was something that Rahm wanted the Sox to do Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NorthSideSox72 Posted May 22, 2012 Author Share Posted May 22, 2012 QUOTE (LittleHurt05 @ May 22, 2012 -> 01:15 PM) One of 10 "select" games? Let me guess. 6 vs. Seattle, 3 vs. Oakland, & 1 vs. KC? CPD has something like 15,000 sworn officers, that's 30,000 free tickets they plan to give out. I really don't think anyone is going to complain if they aren't CHC or NYY games. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NorthSideSox72 Posted May 22, 2012 Author Share Posted May 22, 2012 QUOTE (KyYlE23 @ May 22, 2012 -> 01:24 PM) Very interesting that this was something that Rahm wanted the Sox to do Yeah, I wonder how that worked. And if Rahm really did go to the Sox himself with it, did he do that with the Cubs too? Its great marketing for the Sox as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ptatc Posted May 22, 2012 Share Posted May 22, 2012 QUOTE (NorthSideSox72 @ May 22, 2012 -> 01:24 PM) CPD has something like 15,000 sworn officers, that's 30,000 free tickets they plan to give out. I really don't think anyone is going to complain if they aren't CHC or NYY games. I find it odd that they didn't include the thousands of suburban officers that are doing it as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southsider2k5 Posted May 22, 2012 Share Posted May 22, 2012 Good for the Sox! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NorthSideSox72 Posted May 22, 2012 Author Share Posted May 22, 2012 QUOTE (ptatc @ May 22, 2012 -> 01:36 PM) I find it odd that they didn't include the thousands of suburban officers that are doing it as well. I'm pretty sure Rahm Emmanuel doesn't give a crap about suburban cops. Also, talking to suburban cops, NATO was a bunch of nothing for them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry Chappas Posted May 22, 2012 Share Posted May 22, 2012 State Police were in the middle of everything. They also had some pretty big dudes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ptatc Posted May 22, 2012 Share Posted May 22, 2012 QUOTE (Harry Chappas @ May 22, 2012 -> 02:05 PM) State Police were in the middle of everything. They also had some pretty big dudes. My neighbor is a State cop and he is assigned to Spain. He is a big Sox fan and ticked when he heard the only chicago cops were getting the benefit. Although the OT is nice for him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NorthSideSox72 Posted May 22, 2012 Author Share Posted May 22, 2012 QUOTE (Harry Chappas @ May 22, 2012 -> 02:05 PM) State Police were in the middle of everything. They also had some pretty big dudes. QUOTE (ptatc @ May 22, 2012 -> 02:09 PM) My neighbor is a State cop and he is assigned to Spain. He is a big Sox fan and ticked when he heard the only chicago cops were getting the benefit. Although the OT is nice for him. That's true, the State Police had a presence downtown. As did Metra and Amtrak cops. But again, not Emmanuel's guys, and he was apparently the one who asked or brought up the topic. The Sox may reach out to ISP on their own, we'll see. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LVSoxFan Posted May 22, 2012 Share Posted May 22, 2012 LOL I hear what you're saying about select games. I never understood why on Opening Day you have all these Navy guys unfurling the flag but then you stick them in the furthest-away upper deck. Why? Because capitalism trumps patriotism every time. But it's still a nice gesture because CPD handled this weekend brilliantly. Rahm must be totally proud. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve9347 Posted May 22, 2012 Share Posted May 22, 2012 I love it. I hope they all have a great time and get s***faced for free. They earned it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LittleHurt05 Posted May 22, 2012 Share Posted May 22, 2012 QUOTE (Steve9347 @ May 22, 2012 -> 02:45 PM) I love it. I hope they all have a great time and get s***faced for free. They earned it. I'm sure that with all the extra overtime they earned, they can get the beers themselves. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quin Posted May 22, 2012 Share Posted May 22, 2012 Gotta fill up the seats somehow But in all seriousness, good for the Sox and the CPD. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ewokpelts Posted May 22, 2012 Share Posted May 22, 2012 (edited) QUOTE (LVSoxFan @ May 22, 2012 -> 02:43 PM) LOL I hear what you're saying about select games. I never understood why on Opening Day you have all these Navy guys unfurling the flag but then you stick them in the furthest-away upper deck. Why? Because capitalism trumps patriotism every time. But it's still a nice gesture because CPD handled this weekend brilliantly. Rahm must be totally proud. You do realize that active duty military get FREE best available(as in lower deck) for all games but od/cubs/premium. I dont get worked up over the one game where they have to sit upstairs after BEING ON THE FIELD. Edited May 22, 2012 by ewokpelts Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texsox Posted May 23, 2012 Share Posted May 23, 2012 f*** 'em some of them cops are Cubs fans Seriously, nice gesture and solid pub for the team. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flippedoutpunk Posted May 23, 2012 Share Posted May 23, 2012 QUOTE (ewokpelts @ May 22, 2012 -> 03:03 PM) You do realize that active duty military get FREE best available(as in lower deck) for all games but od/cubs/premium. I dont get worked up over the one game where they have to sit upstairs after BEING ON THE FIELD. This.. The last game i went to had me in section 133 row 22 for free, pretty awesome deal i'd say. Unlike the cubs where there are no military deals and CPD get to enter the park for free but have to be in standing room only. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kyyle23 Posted May 23, 2012 Share Posted May 23, 2012 QUOTE (flippedoutpunk @ May 23, 2012 -> 09:06 AM) This.. The last game i went to had me in section 133 row 22 for free, pretty awesome deal i'd say. Unlike the cubs where there are no military deals and CPD get to enter the park for free but have to be in standing room only. I am amazed they let you in the park wearing your glittery onesie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flippedoutpunk Posted May 23, 2012 Share Posted May 23, 2012 QUOTE (KyYlE23 @ May 23, 2012 -> 09:10 AM) I am amazed they let you in the park wearing your glittery onesie The ticket lady told me she would've bet her house that i was a sailor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southsider2k5 Posted May 23, 2012 Share Posted May 23, 2012 QUOTE (KyYlE23 @ May 23, 2012 -> 09:10 AM) I am amazed they let you in the park wearing your glittery onesie True. I figured that was more of a Wrigley type of attire... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StrangeSox Posted May 23, 2012 Share Posted May 23, 2012 QUOTE (NorthSideSox72 @ May 22, 2012 -> 01:26 PM) Yeah, I wonder how that worked. And if Rahm really did go to the Sox himself with it, did he do that with the Cubs too? Its great marketing for the Sox as well. Rahm was reportedly pretty livid with the Ricketts family last week. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ewokpelts Posted May 23, 2012 Share Posted May 23, 2012 QUOTE (StrangeSox @ May 23, 2012 -> 01:49 PM) Rahm was reportedly pretty livid with the Ricketts family last week.over what? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LittleHurt05 Posted May 23, 2012 Share Posted May 23, 2012 QUOTE (ewokpelts @ May 23, 2012 -> 02:17 PM) over what? http://www.soxtalk.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=85456 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RockRaines Posted May 23, 2012 Share Posted May 23, 2012 Meanwhile the Cubs who has thousands of tickets being sold on stubhub aka their box office served lunch to the police district. Wow, way to go all out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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