Jim Thome, Major League Baseball legend ... The contest carried a sentimental weight, blending family history, community pride, and a legendary legacy on the diamond. The idea for the matchup ...

200. Jim Thome didn't hang his head or reach for an excuse. He weathered daily criticism from the town he's dedicated his career to, and -- eventually -- he caught fire. Posting the best offensive ...

Over his 22 seasons in the majors, Thome has compiled impressive career numbers: He ranks fifth all time in at-bats per home run (13.8) and seventh all time in home runs (612) and walks (1,747).