Pope Leo XIV Responds to Chicago White Sox Playoff Query
Pope Leo XIV, a Chicago White Sox fan, responded with a smile and "No comment" when asked on his plane to France if the team's improbable playoff return was a miracle and if he had anything to do with it.…
Omaha, NE, September 26, 2026 —
Pope Leo XIV, who is known to be a supporter of the Chicago White Sox, offered a brief response when questioned about the team’s recent playoff contention. The pontiff was traveling by plane to France when the topic arose.
Reporters asked Pope Leo XIV if the Chicago White Sox’s improbable return to the playoffs could be considered a miracle and if he had any involvement in their success. His Holiness responded with a smile and stated, “No comment.”
However, he did share a positive sentiment regarding the city where the team is based. “Great things happen in Chicago,” Pope Leo XIV remarked, expressing a general sense of optimism for the city.
The specific circumstances surrounding the Pope’s flight and the exact timing of the questions were not detailed. The Pope’s affiliation with the Chicago White Sox is a known element of his personal interests.
The Chicago White Sox’s playoff trajectory has been a subject of interest, with the team achieving an “improbable playoff return” as described in the query posed to the Pope.
Further details regarding the Pope’s itinerary in France were not provided in relation to this exchange.
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