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Adam LaRoche Explains Decision to Retire After Dispute with White Sox

Former Chicago White Sox first baseman Adam LaRoche—who retired after he was asked by the team's front office to dial back the amount of time his son, Drake, spent in the clubhouse—spoke at length about that decision with Tim Keown of ESPN the Magazine.

And LaRoche doesn't seem to regret his decision one bit:

Jerry Reinsdorf, White Sox Owner, Releases Statement on Adam LaRoche

Chicago White Sox owner Jerry Reinsdorf released a statement Sunday in what looks to be the end of the ongoing Adam and Drake LaRoche saga.

Reinsdorf said he met with Adam LaRoche and other White Sox personnel and added that employees of the team will be refraining from speaking publicly on the matter again, per Colleen Kane of the Chicago Tribune:

White Sox Players Reportedly Complained About Adam LaRoche's Son in Clubhouse

Chicago White Sox Executive Vice President Kenny Williams reportedly received complaints from staff members and other players before asking Adam LaRoche to scale back the amount of time his 14-year-old son spent in the clubhouse.  

Adam LaRoche Comments on White Sox, Circumstances of Retirement

Former Chicago White Sox first baseman Adam LaRoche confirmed Friday a disagreement with the team's executive vice president, Kenny Williams, concerning the amount of time his 14-year-old son spent in the clubhouse led to his retirement decision.

Chris Sale Comments on Kenny Williams' Handling of Adam LaRoche's Son

Chicago White Sox veteran Adam LaRoche abruptly retired this Tuesday due to the team limiting his 14-year-old son Drake's access to the clubhouse.

Four-time All-Star pitcher Chris Sale is one notable teammate who's adamantly come to LaRoche's defense. He spoke about the tricky situation on Friday.

Adam LaRoche Could File Grievance After Retirement Due to Son's Clubhouse Ban

The MLB Players Association may file a grievance on behalf of former Chicago White Sox first baseman Adam LaRoche, per Andy McCullough of the Los Angeles Times.

White Sox Players Reportedly Considered Boycott After Adam LaRoche Retirement

Chicago White Sox players considered boycotting Wednesday's spring training game against the Milwaukee Brewers in support of Adam LaRoche, according to Karl Ravech of ESPN, after LaRoche retired following the organization's request tha

Adam LaRoche Retires: Latest Comments and Reaction

Chicago White Sox first baseman Adam LaRoche wants to retire, per Colleen Kane of the Chicago Tribune.  

According to Kane, the 36-year-old LaRoche will weigh his MLB future in the coming days but is leaning heavily toward walking away from the game.

Adam LaRoche Just 1 Step of White Sox's Apparent Win-Now Push

If there were any doubt the Chicago White Sox intend to put a winning product on the field in 2015, the Adam LaRoche signing erased it.

Adam LaRoche to White Sox: Latest Contract Details, Comments and Reaction

The Chicago White Sox have filled their void at first base/designated hitter.

USA Today's Bob Nightengale reported that the team signed free agent Adam LaRoche to a two-year deal worth $25 million:

Fox Sports' Ken Rosenthal confirmed the news:

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