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Thousands of Chicagoans – mostly Catholics – filled the seats of the White Sox’s stadium Saturday for a reverential three-hour tribute to Pope Leo, including a video message from the new pope calling on people to pay attention to longings for a “true meaning” and to find it in God,

Noah Schultz, the White Sox first-round pick in 2022, continues to advance through the minor leagues as he'll join the Triple-A Charlotte Knights.

In his first words directed specifically to Americans, Pope Leo XIV told young people on Saturday how to find hope and meaning in their lives through God and in service to others.

The noted Chicago White Sox fan will deliver a pre-recorded video message to attendees and viewers. Friends of the pope are also expected to speak.

The White Sox optioned right-handed pitcher Owen White to Triple-A Charlotte on Friday after he gave up three earned runs in 4.1 innings.

White Sox manager Will Venable returns to face his previous team on Friday, while the Cubs have a 10-day homestand that kicks off Thursday.

Pope Leo XIV, a Chicago native and the first American pope, wore a White Sox baseball cap during a public appearance at the Vatican, setting the tone for his papal style.

You are the promise of hope for so many of us,” the pope told young people attending the event at Rate Field, the home of the Chicago White Sox baseball team.

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