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Chicago Sun-Times
Chicago Sun-Times
National
Daryl Van Schouwen

Former trainer files lawsuit against White Sox, general manager Rick Hahn

Brian Ball, a 20-year employee of the White Sox and their former head trainer, filed a lawsuit Tuesday against the team and general manager Rick Hahn, claiming he was fired unlawfully on Oct. 31, 2020, because of his sexual orientation, age and disability. He also claims he was defamed by the team and suffered emotional distress.

Ball, 50, served as the Sox’ assistant trainer during their 2005 World Series title run and was promoted to head trainer in 2018, replacing Herm Schneider, who was the longest-tenured trainer in the majors. The Sox promoted Ball with full knowledge of his sexual orientation.

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