CHICAGO (AP) — The struggling Chicago White Sox scored a major victory when it was revealed that the newly elected Pope, Robert Prevost, is a fan of the team. This news has been warmly embraced by the organization.
Prevost, the first pope from the United States in Catholic Church history, hails from Chicago and his brother confirmed that he has always supported the White Sox. This revelation brought pride to the city of Chicago, with White Sox manager Will Venable expressing his excitement before a game against Miami.
Initial reports erroneously suggested that the new pope was a Cubs fan, prompting the Cubs to extend their congratulations in a social media post. However, John Prevost clarified the situation in an interview with WGN-TV, confirming his brother’s loyalty to the White Sox.
In response, the White Sox shared the interview clip and a message on their scoreboard highlighting that Pope Leo XIV is a White Sox fan. This message remained on display during batting practice, with Venable acknowledging the friendly competition for the pope’s support.
The White Sox wasted no time in sending a jersey and hat to the Vatican to welcome the new pope. They also displayed a congratulatory graphic on the scoreboard before the game, signaling their excitement over having the pope on their side.
Despite their struggles this season, the White Sox see this revelation as a reason to celebrate and are grateful to have the pope supporting their team.
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