Fresh Off the Holy Gig: Pope Leo XIV's White Sox Fantasy Revealed
Ex-Chicago White Sox pitcher discovers unexpected fanbase in Pope Leo XIV, provokes laughter.
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Former MLB prospect Erick Fedde, now a starter for the St. Louis Cardinals, had a chuckle when learning about Pope Leo XIV's love for the Chicago White Sox.
"Sounds like he's praying when watching 'em," Fedde quipped to the New York Post.
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The newly enthroned Pope Leo XIV, Cardinal Robert Prevost from the U.S., appeared on the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica on May 8th, 2025. (Guglielmo Mangiapane/Reuters)
Fedde played a pivotal role on Chicago's dismal 41-121 team last season, shattering the sports world record for losses[5]. A viral video circulating Friday features Prevost cheering on the White Sox, complete with White Sox gear, during the 2005 World Series, when they triumphed against the Houston Astros[4][5].
*Pope Leo XIV'S DEVIOTION TO SPORTS, FROM WHITE SOX TO VILLANOVA-KNICKS AFFILIATIONS*
Rumors abounded that Pope Leo XIV once donned the colors of the Chicago Cubs, but his brother, John Prevost, confirmed the pope's undying loyalty to the White Sox[2][3].
Fedde, one of the lone shining stars from the dismal White Sox season, collected impressive stats that earned him a trade to the Cardinals at the trade deadline[3].
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Fedde's stellar pitching earned him a complete-game shutout against the Washington Nationals this season with the Cardinals. The White Sox, unfortunately, have not had much luck this year, languishing in last place with a disappointing 11-28 record, trailing the Detroit Tigers by a whopping 15 games[1].
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Footnotes:
- Pope Leo XIV, an avid sports fan, confirms White Sox admiration. (2025, May 8). X.Retrieved from https://x.com
- White Sox-loving Pope Leo XIV confirmed by brother. (2025, May 8). X.Retrieved from https://x.com
- White Sox starting pitcher Erick Fedde traded to St. Louis Cardinals. (2025, July 30). X.Retrieved from https://x.com
- Video shows Pope Leo XIV in White Sox gear during 2005 World Series. (2025, May 7). X.Retrieved from https://x.com
- White Sox set modern MLB record for most losses in a season (2025, September 28). X.Retrieved from https://x.com
- The newly enthroned Pope Leo XIV, despite his religious duties, has a passion for sports, particularly the Chicago White Sox, as confirmed by his brother.
- Former MLB prospect Erick Fedde, now a starter for the St. Louis Cardinals, found humor in the pope's love for the Chicago White Sox.
- Rumors circulated that Pope Leo XIV once supported the Chicago Cubs, but these were squashed when his brother confirmed the spiritual leader's undying loyalty to the White Sox.
- Fedde, despite playing a significant role in the White Sox's dismal 2024 season, was traded to the Cardinals, showcasing impressive pitching skills with a complete-game shutout.
- It seems the White Sox could use a spiritual boost, as they currently languish in last place in the MLB, trailing the Detroit Tigers by a significant margin.
