White Sox great Konerko gets gift from Pope Leo XIV in honor of 2005 title
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Paul Konerko received a signed jersey from Pope Leo XIV in recognition of the 20th anniversary of the White Sox’s 2005 World Series victory. Cardinal Blase Cupich presented this jersey during a pre-game ceremony. Pope Leo XIV, the first U.S.-born pope, is a White Sox fan who witnessed their first championship in 88 years by attending the opening game against Houston. The team also honored Bobby Jenks with uniform patches after his recent passing and unveiled a statue of Mark Buehrle during the anniversary weekend.
Paul Konerko received a jersey signed by Pope Leo XIV to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the 2005 World Series championship, presented by Cardinal Blase Cupich.
Pope Leo XIV, a Chicago-born missionary and White Sox fan, attended the 2005 World Series opener against Houston and watched the White Sox win.
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