Rhode Island’s Baseball Dream Team
A look at the Rhode Island-born players who have shaped Major League Baseball, from early legends to contemporary leaders.
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Paul Konerko
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Pope Leo XIV’s Chicago Roots Celebrated with Baseball Tribute
Pope Leo XIV received a baseball from the final out of the 2005 World Series, a gift that underscores his lifelong affinity for Chicago’s teams and the upcoming tribute planned by the White Sox
Jun 29, 2026
Pope Leo XIV’s Baseball Legacy: From Chicago Roots to Vatican Honors
From a baseball gifted by a 2005 World Series final out to jerseys signed by Hall of Famers, Pope Leo XIV’s connection to Chicago’s teams weaves faith and sport into a unique papal narrative.
Jun 27, 2026
Pope Leo XIV’s Chicago Roots Celebrated with Baseball Tribute
A baseball from the 2005 World Series final out, gifted by A.J. Pierzynski, links Pope Leo XIV’s Chicago fandom to a new cultural exchange with the city’s teams.
Jun 25, 2026
Pope Leo XIV’s Baseball Legacy: From White Sox Fan to Vatican Honoree
Pope Leo XIV, a lifelong Chicago White Sox fan, has received numerous sports‑related gifts since his election, and the team plans to honor him at an August game.
Jun 25, 2026
Pope Leo XIV’s Chicago Sports Roots Celebrated in New Tribute
A recent gift of a baseball from the final out of Game 1 of the 2005 World Series has highlighted Pope Leo XIV’s deep connection to Chicago’s sports heritage, a bond that has produced a series of unique memorabilia since his election.
Jun 25, 2026