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How do you say Cholowsky? White Sox hope No. 1 pick in the draft spells sure thing in Chicago
By Dan Gelston, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 11, 2026
· 6 min read
Expected to go as the first pick in the amateur draft, Roch Cholowsky submitted a video to Major League Baseball with the correct pronunciation of his last name.For the record, the name is pronounced chil-OW’-skee.Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred still botched the pronunciation of Cholowsky’s na...
Key takeaway “I didn't hear it get butchered,” Cholowsky said.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The selection of Roch Cholowsky by the Chicago White Sox as the No. 1 pick in the amateur draft has a notable connection to the San Antonio area, given the presence of top draft prospect Grady Emerson, a Texas high school shortstop. Emerson, who was picked second by the Tampa Bay Rays, has ties to the state and was considered one of the best all-around players in the draft. His story is a testament to the rich baseball talent in Texas, and San Antonio residents may be interested in following his career as he develops in the professional leagues. The fact that Emerson played under a former MLB veteran, Rusty Greer, who spent nine seasons with the Texas Rangers, adds another layer of local interest to his story. As the baseball season progresses, San Antonio fans may keep an eye on how these young players perform and potentially make an impact in the major leagues.
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Category: government ·
Published: July 11, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 6 min
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What is this story about? Expected to go as the first pick in the amateur draft, Roch Cholowsky submitted a video to Major League Baseball with the correct pronunciation of his last name.For the record, the name is pronounced chil-OW’-skee.Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred still botched the pronunciation of Cholowsky’s na...
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