CLEVELAND -- When Jim Thome extended his right arm and pointed his bat toward the mound, settling into his iconic stance, it served as a warning. The pitcher knew what could come next, should the ...

William J. “Bill” “Willie” Thome, age 92, of Glenview. Beloved husband of the late Jeanne L. Thome neé Jung for 48 years. Loving father of Kim (Kevin) Hand, Bill (Karen) Thome ...

But none of those come close to touching Jim Thome’s record. It was July 3, 1999, and the Indians were hosting a doubleheader against the Royals. The Tribe won, 9-8, in the first game before taking ...