be working the Cubs-White Sox series this week. But they'll take time Tuesday morning to go to Comer Children's Hospital to visit children dealing with cancer and other serious illinesses. They will bring Build-A-Bear stuffed animals as gifts as well, and the White Sox mascot Southpaw will also take part.
The event is made possible by UMPS CARE Charities, a non-profit organization founded by MLB Umpires to help at-risk youth and children coping with serious illness. MLB Umpires have hosted 68 children's hospital events since the program began in 2006.
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Umpires Dan Iassogna, CB Buckner, Bill Miller and Dale Scott will
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