The Chicago White Sox are set to unveil a graphic installation on Monday, honoring Pope Leo XIV, the first U.S. pope elected on May 8. A native of Chicago, Prevost is a dedicated White Sox fan, and the installation will acknowledge his Chicago roots, particularly linking him to his attendance at the 2005 World Series. The team has celebrated this connection by sending memorabilia to the Vatican and organizing fan-based activities, underlining baseball's role in community and shared cultural identity, especially during the pope's historic election.
The graphic installation at Rate Field commemorates the pope's Chicago roots and the unifying power of baseball on the world stage.
Robert Prevost became the first pope from the U.S. in history, taking the name Leo XIV, and is a devoted White Sox fan.
The White Sox plan to unveil a new graphic installation celebrating the first American pope's connection to the team and Chicago.
Since the pope's election, the White Sox and fans have embraced their link to him, sending a jersey and hat to the Vatican.
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