LaMond Pope

LaMond Pope covers the White Sox for the Tribune. He previously covered college football and basketball for the Tribune and Post-Tribune and high school sports for the News-Sun. The Waukegan native and Indiana University alum has also worked for the Ithaca (N.Y.) Journal, the Fort Wayne (Ind.) Journal Gazette and the Chicago Sun-Times/Post-Tribune.

Chicago White Sox pitching coach Zach Bove, left, talks with White Sox pitcher Jedixson Páez during spring training baseball workouts Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2026, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)

What are Munetaka Murakami’s expectations? Will the pitching deliver? 4 Chicago White Sox storylines to watch.

March 25, 2026 at 7:33 p.m.

With the Chicago White Sox roster set and the games nearing, here's a look at some storylines for the 2026 season.

White Sox manager Will Venable looks at a schedule as players work out during spring training at Camelback Ranch on Feb. 16, 2026, in Glendale, Ariz. (Eileen T. Meslar/Chicago Tribune)

Chicago White Sox finalize 2026 opening-day roster for Will Venable’s second season as manager

March 25, 2026 at 1:15 p.m.

The Chicago White Sox will have 13 pitchers, two catchers, five infielders and six outfielders on the 26-man roster for opening day.

Chicago White Sox's Luisangel Acuña stands outside the batting cages during spring training at Camelback Ranch in Glendale, Ariz., on Monday, Feb. 16, 2026. (Eileen T. Meslar/Chicago Tribune)

Chicago White Sox players to watch in 2026, including new arrivals Munetaka Murakami and Luisangel Acuña

March 25, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

The Chicago White Sox begin the 2026 regular season Thursday at Milwaukee. Here's a closer look at some of the players to watch.

Munetaka Murakami of the Chicago White Sox looks on during spring training workouts at Camelback Ranch on Feb. 12, 2026, in Glendale, Ariz. (Chris Coduto/Getty Images)

3 takeaways from Chicago White Sox camp, including Munetaka Murakami’s ‘adjustability’ and ‘looks’ for rotation

March 23, 2026 at 5:13 p.m.

The Chicago White Sox wrapped up spring training on Monday. Here are three takeaways from camp, including Munetaka Murakami's ability to make adjustments.

Cubs' Michael Conforto stands in to bat against the Diamondbacks during the first inning of a spring training game on March 5, 2026, in Mesa, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)

Cactus League report: Michael Conforto’s Cubs path to playing — and Sox’s Austin Hays is ‘finding the barrel’

March 23, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Before the Cubs opener at Wrigley Field, a two-game exhibition series against the Yankees awaits. The White Sox wrap up their time in Arizona with Monday's finale before heading to...

White Sox catcher Reese McGuire throws to first base for an out against the Mariners on April 14, 2022, at Guaranteed Rate Field. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)

Chicago White Sox sign catcher Reese McGuire to 1-year deal, leaving Korey Lee the odd man out

March 22, 2026 at 8:13 p.m.

With Kyle Teel sidelined with a hamstring strain, the Chicago White Sox signed catcher Reese McGuire to a one-year contract Sunday.

Chicago White Sox first baseman Munetaka Murakami walks on the field before playing the Milwaukee Brewers in a Cactus League game at Camelback Ranch on Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026, in Glendale, Ariz. (Armando L. Sanchez/Chicago Tribune)

What has stood out to Will Venable at Chicago White Sox spring training, including this defensive alignment

March 22, 2026 at 4:50 p.m.

What has stood out to manager Will Venable offensively, defensively and on the mound during spring training for the Chicago White Sox.

White Sox starter Shane Smith pitches during live batting practice at spring training at Camelback Ranch on Feb. 18, 2026, in Glendale, Ariz. (Eileen T. Meslar/Chicago Tribune)

Chicago White Sox pitcher Shane Smith looks back on a spring of ‘growth’ and ahead to opening-day start

March 21, 2026 at 3:27 p.m.

Chicago White Sox opening-day starter Shane Smith felt his spring was filled with “a lot more growth than I thought I was going to expect.”

Italy's Sam Antonacci scores against Mexico during the World Baseball Classic at Daikin Park on March 11, 2026, in Houston. (Alex Slitz/Getty)

‘That’s family for life’: Chicago White Sox infielder Sam Antonacci makes most of WBC experience with Italy

March 20, 2026 at 3:14 p.m.

Chicago White Sox infielder Sam Antonacci created lasting bonds while playing for Italy in the World Baseball Classic. "It opened a lot of people’s eyes," he said Thursday.

White Sox third baseman Miguel Vargas participates in media day during spring training at Camelback Ranch on Feb. 17, 2026, in Glendale, Ariz. (Eileen T. Meslar/Chicago Tribune)

Chicago White Sox’s Miguel Vargas building off strong 2025 season with ‘really nice’ spring as opener nears

March 19, 2026 at 3:36 p.m.

Defense has been a priority for Chicago White Sox third baseman Miguel Vargas, who is "quietly having a really nice spring," manager Will Venable said.

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