Divine Fandom: Pope Leo XIV Reveals His Allegiance to the Chicago White Sox
Source: news.source.inquirer
Newly elected Pope Leo XIV, born Robert Francis Prevost in Chicago, has publicly declared his support for the Chicago White Sox, settling a playful rivalry between the city's two baseball teams. The revelation came after both teams claimed the Pope as a fan, but his brother clarified Leo's long-standing loyalty to the White Sox, despite family members supporting other teams.
Key Points
Pope Leo XIV, formerly Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, was elected to lead the Catholic Church on May 8, 2025.
The Pope's hometown connection to Chicago sparked a playful rivalry between the White Sox and Cubs over his baseball allegiance.
Pope Leo XIV's brother, John Prevost, confirmed on WGN that the Pope has always been a White Sox fan, not a Cubs fan.
Family divisions in baseball fandom were highlighted, with the Pope's mother supporting the Cubs and his father the Cardinals.
The Chicago White Sox celebrated the Pope's allegiance with a sign at Rate Field and a social media post congratulating him.
