Why was Jim Thome trending? Peoria hall of fame slugger part of podcast marathon challenge However, Thome was not expecting ...

NORMAL — Seven years later, Jim Thome is still in awe ... a cool position,” said the Limestone High School graduate and Peoria native. “Knowing as a first baseman when that umpire’s ...

Baseball Hall of Famer Jim Thome, back row third from left, poses for a team photo with his alma mater Limestone during a high school baseball game on Saturday, March 23, 2024, in LaGrange Park ...