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Munetaka Murakami makes special announcement ahead of MLB Home Run Derby
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Chicago White Sox rookie Munetaka Murakami has been one of the best stories in Major League Baseball this season. His efforts have helped the White Sox sit in first place in the AL Central at the MLB All-Star Break.
In 60 games, Murakami is hitting .232 but has 20 home runs with 49 hits and 42 RBI’s overall. He’s primed for a big season overall if he can keep this pace for the second half. He was also named an AL All-Star for the game in Philadelphia and also is participating in the Home Run Derby.
But before Murakami participated in the Home Run Derby on Monday, he made a very special announcement.
Munetaka Murakami officially joins Jordan Brand
As Murakami took the field on Monday night for the Home Run Derby, he did so sporting the Air Jordan 3 “True Blue” cleats. That’s because Murakami is now officially a Jordan Brand athlete.
The rookie signed a deal to be a Jordan Brand athlete, joining a talented MLB team. He’s the first White Sox player since Tim Anderson to be signed to Jordan Brand.
Chicago White Sox star Munetaka Murakami is signing a deal with Jordan Brand
Murakami will debut the “True Blue” Air Jordan 3 cleats at the MLB Home Run Derby
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“Joining Jordan Brand is a dream come true,” Murakami said. “The Jumpman stands for greatness, confidence and pushing beyond limits — values that have inspired me throughout my career. To be part of a family that includes some of the world’s greatest athletes is an incredible honor, and I’m excited to represent Jordan Brand on the field and help grow the game of baseball for the next generation.”
As part of the deal, Murakami will sport Jordan Brand gear throughout the year. As we previously mentioned, he’s also wearing the Air Jordan 3 cleats which are set to release this weekend via Nike.
Murakami’s story is a fun one and now he’s joining a prominent brand headlined by a Chicago legend in Michael Jordan.
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