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Holy Hat Giveaway: White Sox to Honor Chicago-Born Pope With Unique Promotion

The pontiff, who grew up watching his hometown ball club, is being honored with a special section named for him at the Windy City’s Rate Field.

Guests attend mass at Rate Field, home to the Chicago White Sox, to celebrate the election of Pope Leo XIV on June 14, 2025.
Guests attend mass at Rate Field, home to the Chicago White Sox, to celebrate the election of Pope Leo XIV on June 14, 2025. Scott Olson/Getty Images