Chris Sweda

Chris joined the staff of the Chicago Tribune as a visual journalist in 2009. He covers news, sports, and features.

White Sox shortstop Chase Meidroth takes off his batting gear after grounding into a double play to end the second inning against the Astros on May 3, 2025, at Rate Field. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)

Photos: Chicago White Sox lose to Houston Astros 8-3 at Rate Field

May 3, 2025 at 7:28 p.m.

Photos from the Chicago White Sox's 8-3 loss to the Houston Astros on May 3, 2025, at Rate Field.

Milwaukee Brewers first baseman Rhys Hoskins is tagged out at home plate by Chicago White Sox catcher Matt Thaiss (29) in the eighth inning of a game at Rate Field in Chicago on April 30, 2025. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)

Photos: Chicago White Sox lose 6-4 to the Milwaukee Brewers at Rate Field

May 1, 2025 at 12:05 a.m.

The Chicago White Sox lost 6-4 to the Milwaukee Brewers at Rate Field on Wednesday, April 30, 2025.

Chicago White Sox shortstop Jacob Amaya (8) is unable to hold onto the ball as Milwaukee Brewers baserunner Joey Ortiz steals second base in the sixth inning of a game at Rate Field in Chicago on April 29, 2025. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)

Photos: Chicago White Sox lose 7-2 to the Milwaukee Brewers at Rate Field

April 29, 2025 at 11:47 p.m.

The Chicago White Sox lost 7-2 to the Milwaukee Brewers at Rate Field on Tuesday, April 29, 2025.

Fans attending a Bears draft party at Soldier Field react after the team chose Michigan tight end Colston Loveland with the No. 10 pick on April 24, 2025. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)

Photos: Chicago Bears’ NFL draft party at Soldier Field

April 24, 2025 at 11:34 p.m.

Photos from the Chicago Bears' NFL draft party at Soldier Field on April 24, 2025.

Cubs right fielder Kyle Tucker rounds the bases after hitting a two-run home run in the eighth inning against the Diamondbacks on April 18, 2025, at Wrigley Field. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)

Photos: Chicago Cubs beat Arizona Diamondbacks 13-11 at Wrigley Field

April 18, 2025 at 6:49 p.m.

Photos from the Chicago Cubs' 13-11 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks on April 18, 2025, at Wrigley Field.

Chicago White Sox players wear the number 42 in honor of Jackie Robinson as they take the field before the start of a game against the Athletics at Rate Field on April 15, 2025. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)

Photos: Chicago White Sox fall to the Athletics on Jackie Robinson Day at Rate Field

April 15, 2025 at 11:20 p.m.

The Chicago White Sox lost to the Athletics 12-3 in a game that featured a trio of three-run home runs at Rate Field as the teams observed Jackie Robinson Day...

Blackhawks left wing Patrick Maroon (77) waves to the crowd during a break in the first period against the Jets on April 12, 2025, at the United Center. It was the last NHL game for Maroon, who is retiring. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)

Photos: Chicago Blackhawks lose to Winnipeg Jets 5-4 in a shootout in home finale

April 12, 2025 at 11:25 p.m.

Photos from the Chicago Blackhawks' 5-4 shootout loss to the Winnipeg Jets in the home finale on April 12, 2025, at the United Center.

Chicago Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson celebrates as he crosses home plate after hitting a solo home run in the second inning of a game against the Texas Rangers at Wrigley Field on April 8, 2025. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)

Photos: Chicago Cubs beat the Texas Rangers 10-6 at Wrigley Field

April 8, 2025 at 11:34 p.m.

A four-run eighth inning gave the Chicago Cubs a 10-6 victory over the Texas Rangers at Wrigley Field.

Thousands of people gathered at Daley Plaza for a "Hands Off!" protest and march to criticize recent actions by Elon Musk and President Donald Trump on April 5, 2025, in Chicago. (Audrey Richardson/Chicago Tribune)

Photos: Thousands march downtown against the Trump administration

April 5, 2025 at 7:14 p.m.

Thousands of people gather at Daley Plaza for a "Hands Off!" protest and march criticizing recent actions by Elon Musk and President Donald Trump on April 5, 2025, in Chicago....

Cubs relief pitcher Ryan Pressly celebrates after closing out the Padres in the ninth inning of the home opener at Wrigley Field, April 4, 2025. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)

Photos: Chicago Cubs win home opener 3-1 at Wrigley Field

April 4, 2025 at 6:25 p.m.

Photos from the Chicago Cubs' home opener against the San Diego Padres on April 4, 2025.

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