Ten years after debuting as a World Series-winning closer, Bobby Jenks returned to the mound at U.S. Cellular Field.
Back problems forced him to retire, even though he’s only 34 years old, and they were evident as he bounced his ceremonial first pitch to John Danks. But the music — “Boom” by P.O.D. — and the rousing ovation from the crowd all sounded the same as it did a decade ago.
“It’s meaningful,” Jenks said. “More than just coming back for a visit, it was a special year or everybody, it was a special team and obviously with the history of not winning in so many years, it means a lot more to the city as well.