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Murakami’s Viral Derby Moment | Chicago White Sox News
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Munetaka Murakami, the Chicago White Sox rookie making his mark in his first big league season, stunned fans during the Home Run Derby—not with homers alone, but with a viral musical moment. After returning from a 35-game hamstring absence, Murakami was already crushing stats before his injury. When Pat McAfee asked him about music, Murakami hummed Clarence Carter’s “Strokin’,” prompting a hilarious duet that went viral. Though he didn’t advance past the first round (still smashing nine homers, including a 466-foot blast), he made history as the second Japanese-born player to compete in the Derby. More than just power, Murakami’s charm and personality shone through, giving fans a memorable, fun-filled glimpse of the rising star.
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