Jordan signed a minor level baseball deal with the White Sox in February 1994. Jordan told The New York Times that switching to baseball was his father's suggestion since James believed Michael has the required talents to succeed. However, Michael wanted to give football another try before deciding on a career in baseball. As part of his contract, Jordan was allowed to play one game for the White Sox at Chicago's Wrigley Field. He had three hits in that game, including a home run, and earned a 1-1 tie as the White Sox lost 1-4 to the Cubs. After the game, reporters asked Jordan if he would return to baseball next season, but he said he was going back to basketball first. A month later, Jordan announced his retirement from basketball to focus on baseball. In April 1995, it was reported that Jordan had changed his mind about quitting baseball and would be playing again this year. But this time he would do it with the Bulls instead. At the end of May, it was confirmed that Jordan would be returning to basketball for a third season with the Bulls. During his two years with the White Sox, Michael Jordan played 82 games and averaged 35 minutes per game. His.917 fielding percentage was second only to Paul O'Neill among all major league players with at least 100 chances.