Watch: White Sox unveil Buehrle's retired No. 56
It's official! #MB56 pic.twitter.com/LDlyjJkxv2
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Former starting pitcher Mark Buehrle had his No. 56 retired in front of the Chicago White Sox faithful on Saturday, becoming the 12th player in franchise history to receive such an honor.
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Frank Thomas, Buehrle's longtime teammate and one of the 12 players to have their jersey retired in Chicago, was in attendance, offering the left-hander a bear hug in the process.
Last but certainly not least, Buehrle was given a personalized truck with "27 up and 27 down" written on the back in reference to his 2009 perfect game.
Fans *may* know who they're driving behind on the highway... #MB56 pic.twitter.com/S3AShXDE6C
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The 38-year-old spent 12 of his 16 career seasons in the South Side, helping the club win a World Series in 2005, a year in which he performed to a 16-8 record and a 1.18 WHIP in 33 starts.
In White Sox history, Buehrle ranks fifth in strikeouts, sixth in games started, and eighth in wins and innings pitched.