First American Pope Revealed as Chicago White Sox Fan

A New Pope's Surprising Fandom

• 🇻🇦 The newly inaugurated first American Pope has a revealed connection to the Chicago White Sox.
• ⚾ Photos have surfaced showing him attending the 2005 World Series.

Connection to the 2005 World Series

• ⚾ The Pope, then known as Father Robert Bravos, was present at the 2005 World Series where the White Sox defeated the Houston Astros.
• 💡 Notably, former Astros TV analyst Jeff Blum, who played for the White Sox in 2005, was a fan favorite.
• 💥 Blum hit a game-winning home run in Game 3 of that series, adding a special layer to the Pope's attendance.

Future Vatican Appearances

• 🎤 Jeff Blum expressed his willingness to officiate a mass or attend a game if the Pope visits Chicago or Houston.
• 🙏 Blum humorously noted he would appreciate any potential connection to the Vatican.