A new uniform leak has Chicago talking, and no, it’s not from the Bulls. The 2025 White Sox City Connect jersey has apparently surfaced online, and the reaction has been as bold as the design itself.
The bright red top with black pinstripes and “CHICAGO” across the chest draws immediate comparisons to the city’s iconic basketball team rather than the South Side’s baseball heritage.
A bold look, A familiar inspiration
This leaked jersey features black sleeves with a white sock logo, updated with a stylized twist. Around the sleeve cuffs, the word “SOUTHSIDE” repeats in bold print. A nod to the neighborhood pride the Sox built their last City Connect design around. But this version seems to go in a new direction entirely.
A White Sox jersey or a Bulls Tribute?
The design feels like a crossover episode between baseball and basketball. It’s red, it’s pinstriped, and it screams “Bulls” more than “White Sox”, with a heavy nod to Michael Jordan, who played for both teams. That has stirred mixed reactions, especially from die-hard Sox fans.
These fans expected something that better honored the franchise’s own 125-year legacy. No hint of Comiskey, no nod to the classic pinwheels, and none of the grit that made the original “Southside” jersey an instant hit in 2021.
White Sox City Connect jersey
Whether the jersey is official or not, the attention it’s drawing is very real. It reflects more than design. It’s a conversation about what it means to represent Chicago sports culture.
From Marshall’s-style knockoff jokes to excitement over fresh merch, this White Sox City Connect drop (or leak) is sparking dialogue across the city.
As fans wait for official confirmation, one thing is clear: this isn’t just about baseball. It’s about how teams reflect the soul of their city, and whether this one nails it or misses the mark is up for debate.