The Chicago White Sox received a letter from Pope Leo XIV on the day of their playoff opener against the Houston Astros. The letter, dated September 9, was addressed to White Sox owner Jerry Reinsdorf and arrived at Chicago’s Rate Field before Game 1 of the AL Wild Card Series. Pope Leo XIV, a lifelong White Sox fan from his days in Chicago, expressed his hopes for the team to foster friendship and solidarity. The White Sox, who secured an AL wild card with an 84-78 record after three challenging seasons, were acknowledged by the pontiff for their tribute to him during an August game. When asked about his influence on the team’s success, Pope Leo XIV humorously declined to comment.
QUESTION: How might receiving a letter from a prominent figure like the Pope impact a sports team’s morale and performance?
White Sox receive letter from Pope Leo XIV on playoff opener
