After Adam LaRoche chose to unexpectedly retire after the Chicago White Sox wanted to restrict his son's access to the clubhouse, the 36-year-old's stance has been applauded by a number of players around the league.
Reigning National League MVP Bryce Harper and Toronto Blue Jays ace Marcus Stroman were two of a number of major leaguers supporting LaRoche's decision.
Good for you Roche! Nothing like father and son in the clubhouse..It's a FAMILY game #FamilyFirst
— Bryce Harper (@Bharper3407) March 16, 2016
So much respect. @e3laroche #FamilyFirstAlways
— Marcus Stroman (@MStrooo6) March 16, 2016
@e3laroche You were a true Example of what it means to be a leader by example! Enjoy your family!
— Steven Souza Jr. (@SouzaJr) March 16, 2016
Big ups to my boy @e3laroche for standing up for his beliefs. We play a GAME! Good for u brother. #FamilyFirst
— Chipper Jones (@RealCJ10) March 16, 2016
Great article on LaRoche. #FamilyFirst
— Jacob Nottingham (@JayNott) March 16, 2016
Some, though, decided to poke fun at the White Sox in the ordeal.
Hey @BMcCarthy32 did the White Sox ask you to take down the picture of your newborn yet?
— Brett Anderson (@BrettAnderson35) March 16, 2016
@molly_knight Kershaw could wear a baby bjorn with his kid in the dugout and guys would be totally fine
— dan haren (@ithrow88) March 16, 2016
Support for LaRoche even transcended the sport of baseball, as Kyle Long of the Chicago Bears issued a special invitation.
Adam LaRoche,
— Kyle (@Ky1eLong) March 16, 2016
If you and your boy ever want to come hang out with the @ChicagoBears let me know. I grew up in locker rooms.
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