US EditionNew pope is a ‘Cubs fan,’ says prominent Chicago priest
- Robert Prevost, a Chicago native, was elected Pope Leo XIV on Thursday, becoming the first American pontiff in Catholic history.
- Prevost's election sparked speculation about his baseball loyalties, reflecting his upbringing in a house divided among Cubs, Cardinals, and White Sox fans.
- His brother, interviewed at their suburban Chicago home, confirmed a strong affinity for the Chicago White Sox and denied any connection to the Cubs.
- Bishop Larry Sullivan called the day "exciting for the city and the country" as Catholics celebrated while the Cubs hold a 22-16 record and the struggling White Sox stand 10-27.
- The election highlights Chicago’s shared faith despite sports rivalries, with Father Sakowicz noting the enduring question of the pope’s favorite team and emphasizing community unity.
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Cubs or White Sox? Where do Pope Leo XIV's Chicago Baseball Allegiances Lie?
The Chicago Cubs launched a preemptive strike on Thursday, claiming that Chicago-native and newly elected Pope Leo XIV is a Cubs fan. The post Cubs or White Sox? Where do Pope Leo XIV’s Chicago Baseball Allegiances Lie? appeared first on Breitbart.
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