LaMond Pope
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Chicago Tribune reporter covering the White Sox.
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"I sure as hell wouldn't want to face him," White Sox prospect Sam Antonacci said of pitcher and teammate Hagen Smith.
@lamondpope.bsky.social's story on the pair representing the Sox in today's Arizona Fall League Fall Stars Game.
@lamondpope.bsky.social's story on the pair representing the Sox in today's Arizona Fall League Fall Stars Game.
Chicago White Sox’s Hagen Smith and Sam Antonacci — both drafted in 2024 — impress in Arizona Fall League
“I sure as hell wouldn’t want to face him,” Chicago White Sox prospect Sam Antonacci said of pitcher and teammate Hagen Smith.
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November 9, 2025 at 6:00 PM
"I sure as hell wouldn't want to face him," White Sox prospect Sam Antonacci said of pitcher and teammate Hagen Smith.
@lamondpope.bsky.social's story on the pair representing the Sox in today's Arizona Fall League Fall Stars Game.
@lamondpope.bsky.social's story on the pair representing the Sox in today's Arizona Fall League Fall Stars Game.
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The White Sox on Friday hired Derek Shomon as their hitting coach. The 2008 Glenbrook South graduate served as the assistant hitting coach with the Marlins in 2025.
@lamondpope.bsky.social with the details.
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Glenbrook South graduate Derek Shomon steps into new role as Chicago White Sox hitting coach: ‘I’m back home’
The Chicago White Sox hired Derek Shomon as their hitting coach Friday. The 2008 Glenbrook South graduate served as the assistant hitting coach with the Miami Marlins in 2025.
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November 7, 2025 at 11:30 PM
The White Sox on Friday hired Derek Shomon as their hitting coach. The 2008 Glenbrook South graduate served as the assistant hitting coach with the Marlins in 2025.
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The Chicago White Sox announced Derek Shomon as their hitting coach. Joel McKeithan will return as the assistant hitting coach. Sherman Johnson Jr. has been named the organization's hitting coordinator.
November 7, 2025 at 7:07 PM
The Chicago White Sox announced Derek Shomon as their hitting coach. Joel McKeithan will return as the assistant hitting coach. Sherman Johnson Jr. has been named the organization's hitting coordinator.
2026 White Sox spring training schedule:
November 5, 2025 at 6:24 PM
2026 White Sox spring training schedule:
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The Chicago White Sox exercised Luis Robert Jr.’s $20 million club option for the 2026 season, the team announced on Tuesday. The Sox also addressed openings on their coaching staff.
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Chicago White Sox exercise CF Luis Robert Jr.’s option for 2026 — and name Zach Bove as new pitching coach
The Chicago White Sox exercised Luis Robert Jr.’s $20 million club option for the 2026 season, the team announced on Tuesday. The Sox also addressed openings on their coaching staff.
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November 5, 2025 at 2:30 AM
The Chicago White Sox exercised Luis Robert Jr.’s $20 million club option for the 2026 season, the team announced on Tuesday. The Sox also addressed openings on their coaching staff.
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SoxFest Live information:
November 5, 2025 at 4:13 PM
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The White Sox exercised the $20 million option on the contract of outfielder Luis Robert Jr. for the 2026 season, while pitcher Martín Pérez has declined the $10 million mutual option for 2026 and will receive a $1.5 million buyout, the team announced.
November 4, 2025 at 10:03 PM
The White Sox exercised the $20 million option on the contract of outfielder Luis Robert Jr. for the 2026 season, while pitcher Martín Pérez has declined the $10 million mutual option for 2026 and will receive a $1.5 million buyout, the team announced.
The Chicago White Sox named Zach Bove as their pitching coach, while Matt Wise will return as the White Sox bullpen coach.
November 4, 2025 at 9:32 PM
The Chicago White Sox named Zach Bove as their pitching coach, while Matt Wise will return as the White Sox bullpen coach.
1B Tim Elko yesterday underwent successful surgery to repair a torn ACL in his right knee. The surgery was performed by Dr. Lyle Cain at the Andrews Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Center in Birmingham, Alabama.
Elko’s estimated recovery time is eight months.
Elko’s estimated recovery time is eight months.
October 29, 2025 at 2:01 PM
1B Tim Elko yesterday underwent successful surgery to repair a torn ACL in his right knee. The surgery was performed by Dr. Lyle Cain at the Andrews Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Center in Birmingham, Alabama.
Elko’s estimated recovery time is eight months.
Elko’s estimated recovery time is eight months.
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@lamondpope.bsky.social's 3 offseason questions for the White Sox:
- What will Will Venable's new coaching staff look like?
- What’s the plan for Luis Robert Jr.?
- Will Grant Taylor start or remain in the bullpen?
- What will Will Venable's new coaching staff look like?
- What’s the plan for Luis Robert Jr.?
- Will Grant Taylor start or remain in the bullpen?
3 offseason questions for the Chicago White Sox, including what’s next for Luis Robert Jr.
Who will fill the openings on Chicago White Sox manager Will Venable’s staff? What’s next for Luis Robert Jr.? Is Grant Taylor part of the rotation plans?
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October 22, 2025 at 2:06 PM
@lamondpope.bsky.social's 3 offseason questions for the White Sox:
- What will Will Venable's new coaching staff look like?
- What’s the plan for Luis Robert Jr.?
- Will Grant Taylor start or remain in the bullpen?
- What will Will Venable's new coaching staff look like?
- What’s the plan for Luis Robert Jr.?
- Will Grant Taylor start or remain in the bullpen?
Outfielders Dominic Fletcher and Corey Julks elected free agency.
October 15, 2025 at 7:13 PM
Outfielders Dominic Fletcher and Corey Julks elected free agency.
The White Sox outrighted outfielders Dominic Fletcher and Corey Julks and pitchers Elvis Peguero and Owen White to Triple-A Charlotte.
Additionally, outfielder Will Robertson was claimed off waivers by the Pittsburgh Pirates.
The 40-man roster decreases to 35.
Additionally, outfielder Will Robertson was claimed off waivers by the Pittsburgh Pirates.
The 40-man roster decreases to 35.
October 13, 2025 at 11:34 PM
The White Sox outrighted outfielders Dominic Fletcher and Corey Julks and pitchers Elvis Peguero and Owen White to Triple-A Charlotte.
Additionally, outfielder Will Robertson was claimed off waivers by the Pittsburgh Pirates.
The 40-man roster decreases to 35.
Additionally, outfielder Will Robertson was claimed off waivers by the Pittsburgh Pirates.
The 40-man roster decreases to 35.
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The Cubs and Brewers head into a decisive Game 5 of the NLDS on Saturday with nearly every pitching plan on the table.
"We've got 11 pitchers to figure out how to get 27 outs. That's how we're treating it," Craig Counsell said.
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"We've got 11 pitchers to figure out how to get 27 outs. That's how we're treating it," Craig Counsell said.
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For Chicago Cubs, it’s all arms on deck for do-or-die Game 5: ‘We’re going to have everybody available’
The Chicago Cubs and Milwaukee Brewers head into a decisive Game 5 of the NLDS on Saturday with nearly every pitching plan on the table.
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October 11, 2025 at 1:00 AM
The Cubs and Brewers head into a decisive Game 5 of the NLDS on Saturday with nearly every pitching plan on the table.
"We've got 11 pitchers to figure out how to get 27 outs. That's how we're treating it," Craig Counsell said.
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"We've got 11 pitchers to figure out how to get 27 outs. That's how we're treating it," Craig Counsell said.
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The Cubs rode three home runs and dominant pitching to a 6-0 win over the Brewers on Thursday in Game 4 of the NLDS.
Game 5 is at 7:08 p.m. Saturday in Milwaukee.
@mmontemurro.bsky.social with the coverage from Wrigley Field.
Game 5 is at 7:08 p.m. Saturday in Milwaukee.
@mmontemurro.bsky.social with the coverage from Wrigley Field.
Chicago Cubs force a deciding Game 5 of the NLDS with a 6-0 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers
The Chicago Cubs rode three home runs and dominant pitching to a 6-0 win over the Brewers on Thursday in Game 4 of the NLDS. Game 5 is at 7:08 p.m. Saturday in Milwaukee.
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October 10, 2025 at 4:17 AM
The Cubs rode three home runs and dominant pitching to a 6-0 win over the Brewers on Thursday in Game 4 of the NLDS.
Game 5 is at 7:08 p.m. Saturday in Milwaukee.
@mmontemurro.bsky.social with the coverage from Wrigley Field.
Game 5 is at 7:08 p.m. Saturday in Milwaukee.
@mmontemurro.bsky.social with the coverage from Wrigley Field.
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Cubs third baseman Matt Shaw drove in a big insurance run in the sixth inning of Thursday’s 6-0 victory in Game 4 of the NLDS against the Brewers.
@lamondpope.bsky.social reporting from Wrigley Field.
@lamondpope.bsky.social reporting from Wrigley Field.
Chicago Cubs Game 4 notes: Matt Shaw breaks out with 2 hits — including key RBI single to help extend series
Chicago Cubs third baseman Matt Shaw drove in a big insurance run in the sixth inning of Thursday’s 6-0 victory in Game 4 of the NLDS against the Milwaukee Brewers.
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October 10, 2025 at 7:25 AM
Cubs third baseman Matt Shaw drove in a big insurance run in the sixth inning of Thursday’s 6-0 victory in Game 4 of the NLDS against the Brewers.
@lamondpope.bsky.social reporting from Wrigley Field.
@lamondpope.bsky.social reporting from Wrigley Field.
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Jameson Taillon stepped up in another must-win spot for the Cubs, going four innings in Game 3 of the NLDS.
Plus more on the infield fly no-call and the Cubs' successful bunt rundown defense.
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Plus more on the infield fly no-call and the Cubs' successful bunt rundown defense.
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📸 Chris Sweda
NLDS notebook: Chicago Cubs starter Jameson Taillon escapes a pair of jams to aid in Game 3 victory
Jameson Taillon stepped up in another must-win spot for the Chicago Cubs, going four innings in the 4-3 victory against the Milwaukee Brewers in Game 3 of the NLDS.
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October 9, 2025 at 4:07 AM
Jameson Taillon stepped up in another must-win spot for the Cubs, going four innings in Game 3 of the NLDS.
Plus more on the infield fly no-call and the Cubs' successful bunt rundown defense.
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📸 Chris Sweda
Plus more on the infield fly no-call and the Cubs' successful bunt rundown defense.
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📸 @jkimpictures.bsky.social
📸 Chris Sweda
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The Chicago Cubs’ offense broke out in the first inning to put up four runs that would hold in a 4-3 victory to force an NLDS Game 4 on Thursday at Wrigley Field.
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📸 Chris Sweda
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Chicago Cubs force an NLDS Game 4 with a 4-3 win over the Milwaukee Brewers at Wrigley Field
The Chicago Cubs’ offense broke out in the first inning to put up four runs that would hold in a 4-3 victory to force an NLDS Game 4 on Thursday at Wrigley Field.
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October 9, 2025 at 12:34 AM
The Chicago Cubs’ offense broke out in the first inning to put up four runs that would hold in a 4-3 victory to force an NLDS Game 4 on Thursday at Wrigley Field.
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📸 Chris Sweda
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📸 Chris Sweda
Good afternoon from Wrigley Field.
NLDS Game 3 Cubs vs. Brewers later today.
NLDS Game 3 Cubs vs. Brewers later today.
October 8, 2025 at 4:57 PM
Good afternoon from Wrigley Field.
NLDS Game 3 Cubs vs. Brewers later today.
NLDS Game 3 Cubs vs. Brewers later today.
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The Cubs feel good knowing they have Jameson Taillon on the mound facing elimination in Game 3 of the NLDS. The Brewers will start Cary native Quinn Priester.
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📸 Chris Sweda
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📸 Chris Sweda
‘The calm in the storm’: Chicago Cubs again turn to Jameson Taillon to stave off elimination in NLDS Game 3
The Chicago Cubs feel good knowing they have Jameson Taillon on the mound facing elimination in Game 3 of the National League Division Series.
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October 8, 2025 at 1:30 AM
The Cubs feel good knowing they have Jameson Taillon on the mound facing elimination in Game 3 of the NLDS. The Brewers will start Cary native Quinn Priester.
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📸 Chris Sweda
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Andrew Vaughn’s homer, with two outs in the first, shifted the momentum back to the Brewers in Game 2 of the NLDS.
"That's what the three-run homers do, it changes games dramatically," Cubs manager Craig Counsell said.
"That's what the three-run homers do, it changes games dramatically," Cubs manager Craig Counsell said.
Chicago Cubs Game 2 notes: Ex-Sox Andrew Vaughn’s momentum-turning HR — and meet ‘godfather of playoff experience’
Andrew Vaughn’s 3-run home run — with two outs in the first — shifted the momentum back to the Milwaukee Brewers after the Chicago Cubs’ quick start in Game 2.
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October 7, 2025 at 11:30 PM
Andrew Vaughn’s homer, with two outs in the first, shifted the momentum back to the Brewers in Game 2 of the NLDS.
"That's what the three-run homers do, it changes games dramatically," Cubs manager Craig Counsell said.
"That's what the three-run homers do, it changes games dramatically," Cubs manager Craig Counsell said.
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Left-hander Shota Imanaga’s inability to toss a zero in the opening frame doused another electric start for the Chicago Cubs in the NLDS.
The Cubs lost 7-3, and the series now heads back to Wrigley Field for Game 3.
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The Cubs lost 7-3, and the series now heads back to Wrigley Field for Game 3.
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Chicago Cubs on cusp of season ending following a 7-3 Game 2 NLDS loss to the Milwaukee Brewers
Left-hander Shota Imanaga’s inability to toss a zero in the opening frame doused another electric start for the Chicago Cubs in the NLDS.
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October 7, 2025 at 4:11 AM
Left-hander Shota Imanaga’s inability to toss a zero in the opening frame doused another electric start for the Chicago Cubs in the NLDS.
The Cubs lost 7-3, and the series now heads back to Wrigley Field for Game 3.
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The Cubs lost 7-3, and the series now heads back to Wrigley Field for Game 3.
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- LHP Shota Imanaga
- DH Kyle Tucker
- 3B Matt Shaw
These 3 Cubs could play a big role in making a Game 2 win happen tonight.
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- DH Kyle Tucker
- 3B Matt Shaw
These 3 Cubs could play a big role in making a Game 2 win happen tonight.
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3 Chicago Cubs who need to come up big in the NLDS, including a hitter whose slug makes a lineup dangerous
The Chicago Cubs can’t afford to lose Game 2 and head to Wrigley Field needing to sweep the next three games. Here are three players who need to come up big.
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October 6, 2025 at 2:00 PM
- LHP Shota Imanaga
- DH Kyle Tucker
- 3B Matt Shaw
These 3 Cubs could play a big role in making a Game 2 win happen tonight.
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- DH Kyle Tucker
- 3B Matt Shaw
These 3 Cubs could play a big role in making a Game 2 win happen tonight.
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Good morning from American Family Field.
NLDS Game 1 Cubs vs. Brewers later this afternoon:
NLDS Game 1 Cubs vs. Brewers later this afternoon:
October 4, 2025 at 2:58 PM
Good morning from American Family Field.
NLDS Game 1 Cubs vs. Brewers later this afternoon:
NLDS Game 1 Cubs vs. Brewers later this afternoon:
Jacob Amaya, Mike Clevinger and Joshua Palacios elected free agency.
October 3, 2025 at 10:16 PM
Jacob Amaya, Mike Clevinger and Joshua Palacios elected free agency.