John Wilmes

John Wilmes is a writer and professor in Chicago. His work has appeared in The Ringer, GQ, Chicago Reader, and The New Republic, among other places. He is the author of the novella Jad’s Dad Milo.

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MLB

“We’re Trying To Focus On Losing”: A Night With The White Sox At The Edge Of History

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John Wilmes

September 27, 2024

MLB

At Home With The Worst Team In Baseball

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John Wilmes

August 14, 2024

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In 2022, we sent Cardboard Roth and actual Roth to our raffle winner's home. This year, we're sending Drew over, and he's cooking up a feast. Anyone who makes a contribution of at least $20 into our tip jar by Nov. 24 will be entered into the raffle.

Capital

A Fight Is Brewing In Chicago Between A Multinational Concessions Business And Its Workers

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John Wilmes

March 1, 2023