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.

White Sox starter Sean Burke pitches against the Astros during the first inning Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2026, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Starter Sean Burke bounces back to help Chicago White Sox maintain their 3-game lead in AL Central

September 1, 2026 at 11:41 p.m.

Sean Burke allowed one hit in 5 2/3 innings for the Chicago White Sox in a 5-1 win against the Houston Astros.

Norfolk Tides right fielder Tommy Pham hits a single during the first inning against the Durham Bulls at Harbor Park in Norfolk, Va., on May 26, 2026. (Peter Casey / The Virginian-Pilot)

Outfielder Tommy Pham and pitcher Tanner McDougal join the Chicago White Sox as rosters expand

September 1, 2026 at 6:56 p.m.

The Chicago White Sox recalled pitcher Tanner McDougal from Triple-A Charlotte and selected the contract of outfielder Tommy Pham as MLB rosters expanded on Tuesday.

White Sox left fielder Sam Antonacci tries to catch a single by the Astros' Isaac Paredes during the fifth inning Monday, Aug. 31, 2026, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Chicago White Sox strand 14 runners in 6-3 road loss: ‘It’s going to be a grind, going through September’

September 1, 2026 at 12:07 a.m.

The Chicago White Sox went 1-for-8 with runners in scoring position and left 14 on base in a 6-3 loss to the Houston Astros on Monday at Daikin Park.

White Sox right fielder Tommy Pham fields a two-run single in the first inning at Guaranteed Rate Field on July 26, 2024, in Chicago. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)

Chicago White Sox to acquire Tommy Pham and Jake Cave, adding playoff-race experience to Central-leading team

August 31, 2026 at 6:41 p.m.

The Chicago White Sox are acquiring veteran outfielder Tommy Pham from the Philadelphia Phillies for cash considerations.

Colson Montgomery of the Chicago White Sox fields the ball at second base for a force out of Luke Keaschall of the Minnesota Twins on a fielder's choice in the first inning at Target Field on Aug. 30, 2026, in Minneapolis. (David Berding/Getty Images)

3 takeaways as the Chicago White Sox drop series finale 5-1 to Minnesota Twins — but break up perfect game bid

August 30, 2026 at 5:25 p.m.

The Chicago White Sox had to settle for winning two of three in the series as their four-game winning streak came to an end.

White Sox designated hitter Andrew Benintendi (23) celebrates with Braden Montgomery after hitting a solo home run in the sixth inning against the Twins on Saturday, Aug. 29, 2026, in Minneapolis. (Ellen Schmidt/AP)

Andrew Benintendi supplies all the offense for Chicago White Sox in 3-2 win, extending their division lead

August 29, 2026 at 5:56 p.m.

Andrew Benintendi had three hits, including a tiebreaking solo home run in the 6th inning, to lead the Chicago White Sox to a 3-2 win against the Minnesota Twins on...

Miguel Vargas, from left, Bryan Hudson, Munetaka Murakami and Drew Romo celebrate the White Sox's 7-4 against the Twins Aug. 28, 2026, in Minneapolis. (Stephen Maturen/Getty)

Chicago White Sox pad AL Central lead and move season-high 8 games over .500 with 7-4 win over Minnesota Twins

August 28, 2026 at 11:48 p.m.

The Chicago White Sox extended their lead in the American League Central to 3½ games with a 7-4 win over the Minnesota Twins on Friday night.

White Sox second baseman Chase Meidroth celebrates at first base after his two-run single in the sixth inning against the Guardians on Aug. 8, 2026, at Rate Field. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)

‘They’re going to decide it all’: If Chicago White Sox want to stay atop AL Central, head-to-heads will be key

August 28, 2026 at 6:55 p.m.

What do the Chicago White Sox need to do to keep their hold on first place in the AL Central? Here’s a closer look at the remaining meetings between division...

Cubs second baseman Pedro Ramírez hits a single against the Diamondbacks on Monday, Aug. 24, 2026, in Phoenix. (Christian Petersen/Getty)

Chicago baseball report: Pedro Ramírez filling void for Cubs — and how Grant Taylor stays fresh for White Sox

August 28, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Pedro Ramírez's calm demeanor and preparedness is paying off with his sudden increase in playing time as the Chicago Cubs' everyday second baseman.

White Sox left fielder Tristan Peters celebrates as he rounds the bases after hitting a two-run home run in the fifth inning against the Rangers on Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2026, at Rate Field. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)

Chicago White Sox see production from all 3 OFs — and Tristan Peters’ record-tying home run — to take series

August 26, 2026 at 11:42 p.m.

Chicago White Sox outfielders Tristan Peters, Brenton Doyle and Braden Montgomery combined to drive in 7 runs in a 10-4 victory against the Texas Rangers.

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