Pope Leo XIV Joins Chicago White Sox Fans for Historic Ballpark Celebration
Over 38,000 spectators gathered at Guaranteed Rate Field on August 11, 2026, for a special event that blended baseball with the papacy. Pope Leo XIV, a lifelong White Sox supporter, threw out the ceremonial first pitch alongside Sister Mary Jo Sobieck, while a 'sign of peace' ritual united fans. The Chicago White Sox Charities announced a $14,000 donation to the Augustinians, the pontiff’s religious order, underscoring the intersection of sport, faith, and community.
Aug 12, 2026