Pope Leo's Brothers Reveals His Preferred Baseball Team: The White Sox
New Pope, New Revelations: Leo XIV's Baseball Fandom
In an unexpected twist, the newly elected pope, Pope Leo XIV, has revealed his." Rooting Interests Revealed: Our Pope Swings for the White Sox!
Just a day into his historical tenure as the head of the Catholic Church leading 1.4 billion faithful, the spotlight has shifted from theology to ball games. The question on everyone's mind: which team does the Chicago-born pope cheer for?
John Prevost, the pope's brother, put an end to the speculations, telling NBC Chicago, "Whoever said Cubs on the radio got it wrong. It's Sox."
This revelation sent shockwaves across the sports world, sparking a flurry of reactions. The White Sox, who've been facing a tough phase lately, couldn't resist celebrating this rare bit of good news. They reportedly sent a jersey and a hat to the Vatican, commenting, "Family always knows best, and it sounds like Pope Leo XIV's lifelong fandom falls a little closer to 35th and Shields."
Yet, Pope Leo XIV's love for baseball wasn't a secret. His Villanova University graduation year (1977)[2]) and his admission of being an amateur tennis player[3] in a 2023 interview hinted at his sporty side. In 2016, he even retweeted a post congratulating Villanova on their National Championship in NCAA men's basketball[4].
This surprising reveal stands as a testament to the pope's human side, reminding us that even the religious leaders have their passions. As he dives into his new responsibilities, the world watches with bated breath, eagerly awaiting his insights on pressing religious matters. But for now, let's celebrate the pope's 'home team'!
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- The White Sox, glad to have the support of their fellow Chicagoan, sent a jersey and a hat to Pope Leo XIV.
- Pope Leo XIV's love for entertainment extends beyond religious matters, as evidenced by his long-standing fandom for the Chicago White Sox.
- Wrigley, a baseball fan himself, might find common ground with Pope Leo XIV when they discuss their passions for sports.
- Despite his new role as the head of the Catholic Church, Pope Leo XIV's roots in Chicago remain firmly entrenched, as shown by his loyalty to the Chicago White Sox.
