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White Sox Owner Seeks Pope's Blessing for Future Stadium

11/20/2025

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Justin Ishbia, co-owner of the Chicago White Sox, met Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican to seek a blessing for a stadium, presenting a signed White Sox jersey that the pope accepted, disregarding security protocols.
He noted the lease at Rate Field expires in 2029.
Ishbia, describing himself as a steward of the team and not involved in operations, envisions a stadium within 50 years.

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Justin Ishbia, co-owner of the Chicago White Sox, met Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican to seek a blessing for a stadium, presenting a signed White Sox jersey that the pope accepted, disregarding security protocols.
He noted the lease at Rate Field expires in 2029.
Ishbia, describing himself as a steward of the team and not involved in operations, envisions a stadium within 50 years.