During a flight to France, Pope Leo XIV, a lifelong Chicago White Sox fan, was asked about the team's unexpected playoff return. He smiled and said "No comment" when asked if he had any role in their success but expressed his excitement by stating, "Great things happen in Chicago." His diplomatic response reflects his awareness of sports rivalries and the potential backlash from fans.
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