A.J. Pierzynski gifts 2005 World Series baseball to Pope Leo XIV, who attended the game as a fan
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Tess Kenny
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Former Chicago White Sox catcher A.J. Pierzynski recounts gifting the baseball from the final out of Game 1 of the 2005 World Series to Pope Leo XIV, who was present at that game as a fan (then known as Father Bob). The article details their recent reunion at the Vatican, the personal significance of the gesture, and the unique connection between the baseball player and the pontiff spanning nearly 21 years.
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bskyA.J. Pierzynski gifts 2005 World Series baseball to Pope Leo XIV, who attended the game as a fanchicagotribune.comKey quotes
· 3 pulled'The most special moment' — A.J. Pierzynski on gifting the World Series baseball to Pope Leo XIV
Pierzynski was admittedly nervous going into the meeting. He wasn't sure if Leo would recognize him or the history they shared.
Nearly 21 years had passed since that crucial October weekend they both spent at Rate Field.
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