Pope Leo XIV, the first pope from the United States, has generated buzz not just for his historical election but also for his baseball allegiances. Initially, reports indicated that he was a Chicago Cubs fan, leading to a congratulatory post from the Cubs. However, his brother clarified that Leo XIV has always been a die-hard Chicago White Sox fan, a fact that has since been celebrated by the Sox with their own social media posts.

The pope's fandom has sparked playful commentary among Chicago sports fans, particularly among Chicago Bears supporters. The connection between the papacy and the sports scene in Chicago has brought a sense of excitement, with fans humorously speculating on whether the pope might influence the Bears to secure a better quarterback. As the pope supports the White Sox, the correlation between his influence and Chicago sports creates a unique narrative, uniting fans around their shared city pride.