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Chicago Cubs

Brett Taylor

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Apr 26, 2025

Cubs Trade Gage Workman to the White Sox

Farewell, Gage Workman. The Chicago Cubs won't be able to keep their Rule 5 Draft pick in the end. Now the Chicago White Sox will take a crack at it. Prior to today’s game at the Athletics, the Chicago White Sox acquired infielder Gage Workman from the Chicago Cubs in exchange for cash considerations and designated infielder Nick Maton for assignment.— Chicago White Sox (@whitesox) April 26, 2025 Recall, this...

Chicago Cubs

Michael Cerami

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Apr 26, 2025

Chicago Cubs Lineup: Platooning Michael Busch

CUBS LINEUP — The Cubs took the opener against the Phillies at Wrigley Field yesterday. And that means they have a chance to win yet another series against a good team today. It won't be an easy one, though, as Jesus Luzardo is on the mound for the Phillies and has been absolutely nails all season. Here's a look at the Cubs lineup for Game 2 at Wrigley Field. Chicago...

Chicago Cubs

Brett Taylor

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Apr 26, 2025

Facing Elite Starters, Cubs Passed on Luzardo, Rea and the Bullpen, and Other Cubs Bullets

I was getting an early (for me) start on thinking about Mother's Day stuff, but somehow that led me to this random knick knack Father's Day page at Amazon, where I'm now scrolling through all these little household things that I want. This is an #ad, but I'm serious. Oh yeah, I guess also I could try to find some Mother's Day stuff ... Just noticed that on the list...

Chicago Cubs

Brett Taylor

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Apr 25, 2025

Enhanced Box Score: Cubs 4, Phillies 0 – April 25, 2025

The Cubs and Phillies waited out a long rain delay before kicking off today's game, which featured some particularly ugly conditions for the offense (the gusts coming in from left reached 50 mph at times). Still the Cubs found a way to get on base a ton, and to score here and there, despite leaving 12(!) on base through eight innings. Some days are like that, and you just have...

Chicago Cubs

Brett Taylor

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Apr 25, 2025

Dansby Swanson and Nico Hoerner Combine for a Brilliant Play Up the Middle

[danleys] With the Cubs clinging to a 3-0 lead in the 7th, and with Brad Keller trying to wriggle out of a jam, Trea Turner hit one up the middle. Sure, Dansby Swanson could get to it - he's got that range - but you could tell immediately that he'd have no play on Turner, what with his speed. And because the grounder had taken him so deep up the...

Chicago Cubs

Michael Cerami

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Apr 25, 2025

Pre-Gamin’: Cubs vs Phillies (3:30 CT) – Lineups, Broadcast Info, Game Thread

CUBS LINEUP — Friday, 1:20, Wrigley Field, and a winning record. All we need is about 20 more degrees of warmth, and it doesn't get much better than that. Here's a look at the Chicago Cubs lineup for the first of three games against the Phillies at Wrigley Field. Chicago Cubs Lineup: Ian Happ, LF Kyle Tucker, RF Seiya Suzuki, DH Michael Busch, 1B Dansby Swanson, SS Nico Hoerner, 2B...

Chicago Cubs

Brett Taylor

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Apr 25, 2025

Welp, the Update on Javier Assad is Not Good

Due to the nature of oblique injuries in baseball players, I'm generally pessimistic anyway when it comes time to find out or calculate or reflect upon how much time a player will miss or has missed. But when it's a setback as a guy was already on his way back from an initial oblique injury, I get all the more dour. It's just such a slow process to get back...

Chicago Cubs

Brett Taylor

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Apr 25, 2025

Willson Contreras Takes Back His Comments About the Cubs Organization

I'll never hate Willson Contreras, no matter how much time he spends with the St. Louis Cardinals. He'll always be a Cubs hero to me. But I will admit, when he was transitioning to the Cardinals a couple years ago, it did really rub me the wrong way when Contreras said that he was joining the "better organization." Time has not exactly borne that out, and it certainly made it...

Chicago Cubs

Michael Cerami

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Apr 25, 2025

Once More Unto the Breach! Cubs vs Phillies – Series Preview

Cubs vs Phillies — So far, the 2025 Chicago Cubs have proven to be just as formidable as pretty much any other team in the league. But that doesn't change the fact that the Philadelphia Phillies represent yet ANOTHER tough matchup on the early season. And although the Cubs are missing Zack Wheeler, they are getting a resurgent Jesus Luzardo (... probably shoulda traded for him), a bouncing-back Taijuan Walker...

Chicago Cubs

Brett Taylor

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Apr 25, 2025

Where Things Stand, Phillies Arrive, Weird and Wild Cubs, Wiggins, and Other Cubs Bullets

We have a bunch of Pillsbury cinnamon roll tubes - purchased not by me, so I don't even know where they came from - that we need to use sooner rather than later. I could, of course, just make the cinnamon rolls, but I have become a cinnamon roll snob and I don't think they're all that good AS cinnamon rolls. So I kinda want to use them to make...

Chicago Bears

Luis C. Medina

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Apr 26, 2025

IT’S HAPPENING: Shedeur Sanders Has Been Selected in the 2025 NFL Draft

Shedeur Sanders' wait is finally over. The Colorado quarterback has been selected by the Cleveland Browns with pick No. 144 in the 2025 NFL Draft: From Colorado to Cleveland!Shedeur Sanders joining the QB room pic.twitter.com/KjkTb7jXae— Cleveland Browns (@Browns) April 26, 2025 2025 NFL Draft: Shedeur Sanders goes to the Cleveland Browns The Cleveland Browns always made sense as a landing spot for Shedeur Sanders. However, who thought it would come...

Chicago Bears

Luis C. Medina

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Apr 26, 2025

THE PICK IS IN: Bears Draft Maryland LB Ruben Hyppolite II in Round 4

The Chicago Bears had us waiting long enough for them to make a pick. And when they did, it had me raising an eyebrow when it was announced. Maryland linebacker Ruben Hyppolite II has been chosen by the Bears with pick No. 132 in the 2025 NFL Draft: Takin' a Terp 🐢Welcome to Chicago, @rubenknows1! pic.twitter.com/3bkoT3DgOW— Chicago Bears (@ChicagoBears) April 26, 2025 EARLIER: Bears and Bills Swap Picks Again 2025...

Chicago Bears

Luis C. Medina

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Apr 26, 2025

Bears GM Ryan Poles Shares What He Sees in Day 2 Picks Luther Burden III, Ozzy Trapilo, and Shemar Turner

In case you missed it, the Chicago Bears made a trade early in Round 4 of the 2025 NFL Draft. Chicago's football team sent pick No. 109 to the Buffalo Bills. In exchange, the Bears are getting two picks from the Bills. These two teams love linking up for trades. And both seem to have an affinity for trading that 109th selection. But I digress, because I want to use...

Chicago Bears

Luis C. Medina

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Apr 26, 2025

TRADE ALERT: Bears and Bills Swap Picks Again

The Chicago Bears and Buffalo Bills continue to play hot potato with pick No. 109 in the 2025 NFL Draft. If you'll recall, the Bears traded that pick to the Bills last year so they can draft Kansas edge defender Austin Booker in the 2024 NFL Draft. That selection went back to Chicago in Friday's pick swap between the two teams. And just when you thought the Bears were about...

Chicago Bears

Luis C. Medina

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Apr 26, 2025

The 2025 NFL Draft (11 AM CT): Bears Day 3 Picks, Needs, Broadcast Info, More

The third (and final) day of the 2025 NFL Draft is here, and the Chicago Bears will soon be on the clock. Let's have some fun. 2025 NFL Draft Info Location: Green Bay, Wis. Dates and rounds: April 24 (Round 1), April 25 (Rounds 2-3), April 26 (Rounds 4-7) Round 1 start time: 11 a.m. CT How to watch/stream: ABC, ESPN, ESPN2 NFL Network, ESPN Deportes, NFL.com/watch Potential Chicago Bears 2025 NFL Draft...

Chicago Bears

Luis C. Medina

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Apr 26, 2025

Day 3 of the 2025 NFL Draft is Here! Looking Back on Bears Picks, Who Wants Shedeur? And Other Bears Bullets

It's Day 111 of the Chicago Bears offseason — and the final day of the 2025 NFL Draft. Day 3 of the NFL Draft is always my favorite. This is where the die-hards show up and the conversation gets fun. Please join me on Blue Sky, Twitter, and Facebook for the final round of NFL Draft shenanigans. In case you missed it, these are the players the Bears have taken in...

Chicago Bears

Matt Rooney

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Apr 26, 2025

Where Will Shedeur Sanders Land and How Long Will The Free Fall Continue?

What a wild (frustrating) weekend it's been for Shedeur Sanders, who went from potential top-three pick to still being available to kick off day three of the 2025 NFL Draft! Why he's falling this far, and when he'll finally be selected, has been a topic of great debate and speculation (and a little controversy, too). Regardless of where you fall in that conversation, there are at least a few more...

Chicago Bears

Luis C. Medina

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Apr 26, 2025

Who Needs Coffee When You Can Watch Seth Rollins Cut a Wicked Promo on Packers Fans at the 2025 NFL Draft

You might not be familiar with Seth Rollins' game, but you'll want to be after watching him cut a promo that shredded Green Bay Packers fans on the second night of the 2025 NFL Draft. Seth Rollins is a professional wrestler in WWE who is one of the most famous, prominent, and outspoken celebrities who also happens to be a Chicago Bears fan. He also happens to be a magician...

Chicago Bears

Patrick K. Flowers

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Apr 26, 2025

The end is in sight for the 2025 NFL Draft with the third and final day of the event kicking off today, and we're going to spend some time this morning discussing some options for the Chicago Bears, who hold three selections today. The Chicago Bears own the 109th (Round 4), 148th (Round 5), and 233rd (Round 7) selections today. With Ben Johnson's offense having secured Colston Loveland on day...

Chicago Bears

Luis C. Medina

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Apr 25, 2025

WATCH: Highlights Starring Bears Round 2 Picks Luther Burden III, Shemar Turner, and Ozzy Trapilo

If you're reading this, it means you're a die-hard Chicago Bears fan who is likely still rocking with us late on Friday night as the 2025 NFL Draft continues. And if you're burning the late-night oil with us at this hour, I want to take this moment to say thank you for sticking around. Unless the Bears swing a trade before this evening's festivities are done, they won't have a...

Chicago Bulls

Elias Schuster

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Apr 26, 2025

Knueppel & Queen, Players Reflect on Season, Josh Giddey Wants to Get Paid, and Other Bulls Bullets

Maybe the Chicago Bulls should draft Shedeur Sanders? I fully recognize that what I'm about to say is a very loose connection, but it's the offseason! Give me a break! The Shedeur Sanders plummet is a good reminder of how unpredictable draft night can be, and we saw this work in the Chicago Bulls' favor last offseason. Yes, the Sanders situation is obviously WAY more dramatic and historic. But no...

Chicago Bulls

Elias Schuster

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Apr 25, 2025

Top 10 Chicago Bulls Dunks From This Season? Don’t Mind If I Do!

The Chicago Bulls may not have been a regular at the Dunk Club this season, but they at least hung out in the VIP section when they were there. For a team that was likely near the bottom of the league in total dunks, they put together quite the awesome 2024-25 highlight reel! Chicago Sports Network ranked what they believe to be the Top 10 jams of the season, and...

Chicago Bulls

Elias Schuster

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Apr 25, 2025

Sweep Time? Grizzlies Get a Bad Update on Ja Morant Ahead of Game 4

The Memphis Grizzlies will be without their superstar point guard this weekend, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. Ja Morant suffered a very hard fall on Thursday night in Memphis' Game 3 matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Scottie Pippen Jr. found himself with the ball in transition with defender Lu Dort right behind him. As he approached the rim, Pippen Jr. passed it back to a trailing Ja Morant, who...

Chicago Bulls

Elias Schuster

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Apr 25, 2025

After Alex Caruso’s Big Night, the Chicago Bulls Are Being Put on Blast All Over Again

Down 77-51 to the Memphis Grizzlies in Game 3, the Oklahoma City Thunder leaned on their newest X-Factor. Guard Alex Caruso came out of the locker room like a Hungry Hungry Hippo. He relentlessly lunged at the basketball and played a fundamental role in what would become a historic postseason comeback. The Thunder proceeded to erase a 29-point deficit and claim a 3-0 series lead. Did the injury to Ja...

Chicago Bulls

Elias Schuster

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Apr 25, 2025

Five-Star USC Commit Alijah Arenas Out of Coma

The sports world received very positive news on Friday morning, as Alijah Arenas is now out of his medically induced coma, per ESPN's Shams Charania. The five-star USC commit was part of a serious accident early Thursday morning when his Tesla Cybertruck struck a fire hydrant and a tree in Los Angeles. According to a statement released by the family and shared by Charania, Arenas had to be pulled from...

Chicago Bulls

Elias Schuster

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Apr 25, 2025

Dreaming of Jokic, Let’s Hand Out Some Team Awards, Draft Philosophy Thoughts, and Other Bulls Bullets

Nikola Jokic, it's time to come home. And by home, I mean a city roughly 700 miles closer to Serbia than Denver! That's close enough, right? The Nuggets looked completely out of their element as the series shifted to Los Angeles on Thursday night. The Clippers controlled the game from start to finish, holding the Nuggets to a mere 83 points and finishing with six players in double digits. This...

Chicago Bulls

Elias Schuster

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Apr 24, 2025

Wait, A Flamin’ Hot Cheeto Shaped Like Michael Jordan Sold For How Much!?

Today's Life Lesson: Appraise before you chew! Goldin Auction recently closed a deal on a Flamin' Hot Cheeto in the shape of the iconic Michael Jordan "Jumpman" logo. Yes, you read that right. A consumer happened upon a piece of the crunchy and spicy snack that resembled the Chicago Bulls legend's famous leap, and this consumer is now thousands of dollars richer. Placed inside a case to mimic a collectible...

Chicago Bulls

BN Staff

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Apr 24, 2025

Bleacher Nation Wants to Support Local Tradesworkers and Unions — Nominate Yours

At Bleacher Nation, we believe in showing up for the people who show up every day—whether it’s on the field or on the job site. This year, we’re looking beyond Chicago Sports to find new ways to give back to the local community that supports us. That’s why we’re excited to announce a new initiative aimed at supporting local trades workers and unions across the Chicagoland area and beyond. From the electricians...

Chicago Bulls

Elias Schuster

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Apr 24, 2025

One of the Latest Illinois Lottery Winners is a Big Bulls Fan!

A man who dubbed himself "San Judas Tadeo" scratched his way to a $1,000,000 prize this week. Picking up a lottery ticket at a Speedway gas station located on Cicero Avenue in Chicago, the man said he was drawn to the green-colored ticket because of Saint Jude. The theological figure is his favorite Apostle and is known to don a green robe, which has become his favorite color. Although it...

Chicago Bulls

Elias Schuster

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Apr 24, 2025

Draft Talk, Following Foot Steps, The Bulls Were Shockingly Clutch This Year, and Other Bulls Bullets

HAPPY NFL DRAFT DAY TO THOSE WHO CELEBRATE! No league has done a better job of making the draft feel like must-see TV than the NFL. Even if we all understand that the majority of players who hear their name called will struggle to make an impression at the next level, this event has no time for the harsh realities of life. The next three days are about selling hope...

Chicago Blackhawks

Tab Bamford

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Apr 26, 2025

Report: David Carle Withdraws From Consideration for Blackhawks Head Coach Job

Unfortunate reports on Saturday for the Blackhawks fans who were hoping the team could convince University of Denver head coach David Carle to make the jump to the NHL. According to Elliotte Friedman, it appears Carle has declined the advances from the Blackhawks' front office. Hearing that David Carle has withdrawn from consideration for the Chicago Blackhawks coaching job. The Blackhawks definitely made an aggressive pursuit— Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) April 26,...

Chicago Blackhawks

Tab Bamford

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Apr 26, 2025

IceHogs Second Round Playoff Schedule is Out, Tickets On Sale

On Friday night, the Rockford IceHogs put a beating on the Chicago Wolves, sending them to the golf courses with a 5-0 win that ended their best-of-three first-round series. Which means the IceHogs advance to the second round of the Calder Cup Playoffs, where they'll face another rival: the Milwaukee Admirals. This series, a best-of-five, begins on Thursday evening in Wisconsin. Milwaukee is the AHL affiliate of the Nashville Predators...

Chicago Blackhawks

Tab Bamford

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Apr 26, 2025

Iron Mike, Every Shift, a Brilliant Commesso Shutout, Hagel Suspended, and Other Blackhawks Bullets

It's Saturday and while there are Stanley Cup and Calder Cup playoff series progressing, I thought I would open up our weekend with something I'm going to be reading this summer while wandering around the Midwest this summer with my son's travel baseball team. Iron Mike: My Life Behind the Bench by Mike Keenan with Scott Morrison (foreword by Mark Messier) Keenan was the bench boss of the Blackhawks at...

Chicago Blackhawks

Tab Bamford

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Apr 25, 2025

A Lardis Update, IceHogs-Wolves Tonight, USA Hawks, Hail to the Victors! and Other Blackhawks Bullets

Scott Powers at The Athletic gave us a good report on the health of one of the Blackhawks' top forward prospects, Nick Lardis. He took an ugly hit that resulted in Oshawa's Andrew Gibson being suspended two games. Lardis missed the remainder of the series; Brantford did not win another game and were eliminated. When the Bulldogs' season ended, his teammate and fellow Blackhawks forward prospect Marek Vanacker was assigned...

Chicago Blackhawks

Tab Bamford

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Apr 24, 2025

Blackhawks Assign Colton Dach to Rockford

This appears to be good news, both for the Rockford IceHogs and Colton Dach. On Thursday afternoon, the Blackhawks assigned Dach to the Hogs. Which presumably means he's healthy enough to help the IceHogs with their playoff push. Dach hasn't played since hyperextending his elbow against the Los Angeles Kings on March 20. He made his NHL debut with the Blackhawks this season and scored two goals with five assists...

Chicago Blackhawks

BN Staff

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Apr 24, 2025

Bleacher Nation Wants to Support Local Tradesworkers and Unions — Nominate Yours

At Bleacher Nation, we believe in showing up for the people who show up every day—whether it’s on the field or on the job site. This year, we’re looking beyond Chicago Sports to find new ways to give back to the local community that supports us. That’s why we’re excited to announce a new initiative aimed at supporting local trades workers and unions across the Chicagoland area and beyond. From the electricians...

Chicago Blackhawks

Tab Bamford

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Apr 24, 2025

Blackhawks Frank Nazar, Alex Vlasic Will Play for the USA

On Thursday, USA Hockey released the names of the 18 players who will skate in the Men's World Championship. Blackhawks forward Frank Nazar and defenseman Alex Vlasic are on the list. As I noted previously, Blackhawks assistant coach Kevin Dean will help coach the defense for the US in the tournament. The IIHF Men’s World Championship will take place May 9-25 in Herning, Denmark, and Stockholm, Sweden.

Chicago Blackhawks

Tab Bamford

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Apr 24, 2025

Around the NHL: Landeskog Returns, Rangers Extend Drury, Clutterbuck Retires, More

As the Stanley Cup Playoffs continue rolling along without the Blackhawks, there's plenty going on around the league that's noteworthy. It's been a minute since we looked at some headlines around the league, but there's enough out there right now that it's worth doing that today. The Avalanche got their captain back, the Rangers generously retained their general manager -- which impacts the market for general manager candidates -- and...

Chicago Blackhawks

Tab Bamford

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Apr 24, 2025

Project 2020: Blackhawks Draft History Lessons (and Looking to the Future)

Earlier this week I shared a couple throwback posts on Twitter from 2022, interviews with forwards Landon Slaggert and Aidan Thompson. I wrote those two stories less than one year after Stan Bowman left the Blackhawks. We were wandering into truly uncharted waters in the rebuild, not knowing what the coming months and years would look like as an aggressive organizational overhaul began. When I went back and read the...

Chicago Blackhawks

Tab Bamford

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Apr 24, 2025

Big IceHogs OT Win, Prospects Moving Up, Frozen Four Viewers, and Other Blackhawks Bullets

If you had a chance to tune into the IceHogs game against the Chicago Wolves in Rosemont last night, it was a terrific playoff game. Plenty of physical play, lots of speed and hitting from both sides and excellent goaltending. Drew Commesso was fabulous. He stopped 32 of 33 in the game to lead the IceHogs to a 2-1 win that required overtime. Rockford's two goals came from young defensemen....

Chicago Cubs

Brett Taylor

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Apr 02, 2025

Enhanced Box Score: Cubs 10, A’s 2 – April 2, 2025

The Chicago Cubs helped the A's launch their new temporary home this week in Sacramento, but they were very rude guests, leaving with a sweep in three not-super-competitive games. Seiya Suzuki was the star of today's game, and obviously gets the Ankin Law “Making it Personal” Player of the Game honors. He homered twice on the day, first with a blast to left center, and then a rare oppo shot that...

Chicago Cubs

Brett Taylor

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Apr 02, 2025

Seiya Suzuki Stays Hot with a Three-Run Home Run

[Feldco] The Cubs put the first two runners on base in the first inning today, and it started to feel like maybe it was going to be another fast start in Sacramento. But then the next three hitters were retired, so no dice. Ah, but that just means the Cubs shifted the fast start to the second inning. After a Carson Kelly sac fly put the first run of the...

Chicago Cubs

Patrick K. Flowers

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Apr 02, 2025

MLBits: Extensions Flying, Kick-Changes, Torpedo Bats, a Cycle, and the Damn Dodgers

We're roughly a week into the (stateside) open of the 2025 MLB season, and there's no shortage of things to discuss in another installment of MLBits. Let's start today with a series of big-money extensions handed out this week across baseball. The Leadoff Spot: Garrett Crochet, Jackson Merrill, and Kristian Campbell's bank accounts get a boost On Monday, the Boston Red Sox made waves when they agreed to terms with...

Chicago Cubs

Brett Taylor

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Apr 02, 2025

Boston Red Sox Agree to Extension With Kristian Campbell

Another extension for another young player today, and it's a guy who barely even had an opportunity to be a "top prospect," his ascension was so rapid. Kristian Campbell was the Red Sox's fourth round compensatory pick in 2023, and in his first full pro season, he went from High-A to Double-A to Triple-A in 2024, raking all along the way. More than that, all eyes-on and metric evaluations indicated...

Chicago Cubs

Michael Cerami

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Apr 02, 2025

Chicago Cubs Lineup: Seiya Suzuki Gets the Start in Right Field

CUBS LINEUP — Last night, after a bumpy start on the pitching side, Justin Steele hung on (and the bullpen shut things down) long enough to give the Cubs their first series win of the year, pushing them to .500 for the first time this season. Another win today can give the Cubs both their first series sweep of the season AND bring them above water for the first time...

Chicago Cubs

Brett Taylor

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Apr 02, 2025

Kyle Tucker Has Already Done Something with the Cubs That He’s Never Done Before

Last night, as part of the Chicago Cubs' 7-4 win over the Sacramento A's, Kyle Tucker put up another big game: 2-3 with a double, a homer, two walks, three runs, and an RBI. It may already feel like commonplace at this point, but even for Tucker, that's a big night. Bigger still, because that home run marked his fourth straight game with a dinger, the first time in his...

Chicago Cubs

Brett Taylor

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Apr 02, 2025

Steele Adjusts and Mixes It Up, Counsell, Pressly, PCA, and Other Cubs Bullets

A reminder that there are only two days left to get the 50% off discount (code is FOUNDER) for BN Pro - the cut-off is the first pitch in the home opener. You get an ad-free experience at the site and access to the BN Discord, which I've gotta say, I have thoroughly been enjoying. Details here if you missed it. Justin Steele was maybe not sharp initially last night,...

Chicago Cubs

Brett Taylor

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Apr 02, 2025

BREAKING: Padres Extending Jackson Merrill on Nine-Year Deal

Jackson Merrill was a very fast-arriving prospect for the San Diego Padres, leaping straight from a small bit of experience at Double-A to the big leagues to open last season, and putting up a huge year as a 21-year-old rookie: .292/.326/.500/130 wRC+, 5.3 WAR. Not wanting his future arbitration price tags to get out of control, and wanting to make sure they've locked him down for the entirety of his...

Chicago Cubs

Brett Taylor

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Apr 02, 2025

Wake Up and Watch the Cubs Take Game Two from the A’s

It was another strong offensive night for the Cubs in Sacramento, even if not quite the 18-run outpouring from the night before. The Cubs beat the A's 7-4, taking the second game in the series. If you missed it or just want a little visual coffee, enjoy the highlights from the win: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d4Xo2OMf0HQ

Chicago Cubs

Brett Taylor

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Apr 02, 2025

Enhanced Box Score: Cubs 7, A’s 4 – April 1, 2025

The Cubs reach .500 for the first time on the season, and here's hoping they never look back. Seiya Suzuki kicked off the scoring with a TANK in the first, Kyle Tucker homered for the fourth straight game, and Justin Turner drove in his first run as a Cub. Sure, seven runs doesn't feel like a lot after scoring 18 the night before, but it was another healthy bit of...

Chicago Bears

Luis C. Medina

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Apr 02, 2025

What Does the Future Look Like at Left Tackle?

Kiran Amegadjie has the support of first-year Chicago Bears Head Coach Ben Johnson. The Bears used a third-round pick on Amegadjie last year with the idea that he could develop into a starter. Unfortunately, Chicago's plans to slow-play Amegadjie's development were sidetracked when he was thrust into action earlier than anticipated because of how the team's offensive line depth deteriorated because of injuries and sub-par play from veterans. But last...

Chicago Bears

Luis C. Medina

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Apr 02, 2025

Ben Johnson’s Changes to the Bears Offense Include a Big Ask of Caleb Williams

Ben Johnson wasn't kidding when he said he was ripping the Chicago Bears offense down to the studs. As you might expect, this figures to be good news for rising second-year quarterback Caleb Williams. But it might show up in ways you weren't expecting. MORE: BEN JOHNSON SOUNDS OFF ON BEARS' OFFENSIVE DESIGN There is going to be a back-to-basics tour for Caleb Williams and the Bears offense this offseason...

Chicago Bears

Luis C. Medina

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Apr 02, 2025

NFL Christmas Tripleheader is Coming, Steelers-Rodgers Update, League Meeting Notes, and Other Bears Bullets

It's Day 87 of the Chicago Bears offseason. This looks like one of those nasty weather days in Chicago. Please be safe. All I want for Christmas is for the Bears not to play in the NFL's Christmas Day tripleheader. ESPN has the details on the league running it back with three games after a successful run on the holiday last year. Two games will be on Netflix, while Amazon...

Chicago Bears

Luis C. Medina

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Apr 01, 2025

A Chicago Bears Stadium Update From Kevin Warren

I figured Chicago Bears President Kevin Warren would have something to say about the team's ongoing stadium situation during the NFL's Annual League Meeting in Florida this week. Chicago sports personality and former NFL player Clay Harbor shared a clip of a conversation Kevin Warren had with Pro Football Talk's Mike Florio and football analyst Chris Sims: Stadium update from Kevin Warren. If it wasn’t clear before it is now....

Chicago Bears

Luis C. Medina

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Apr 01, 2025

Extending Kyler Gordon is a “Priority” For Bears GM Ryan Poles

The NFL Draft is around the corner. And while picking the best prospects available is on the Chicago Bears' to-do list, so is taking care of Kyler Gordon — the first player drafted by General Manager Ryan Poles. While speaking with reporters at the Annual League Meeting in Florida, Chicago's GM expressed that signing cornerback Kyler Gordon was a "priority" for the team. With that being said, it is a...

Chicago Bears

Luis C. Medina

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Apr 01, 2025

Here Is What Ben Johnson Looks For When Evaluating Offensive Linemen

During a recent one-on-one with Adam Hoge of the CHGO Bears podcast, Chicago Bears Head Coach Ben Johnson offered a peek behind the curtain by sharing his thought process when it comes to evaluating offensive linemen. And with the NFL Draft coming later this month, the conversation between Johnson and Hoge feels like an important one to share. Here is the clip from CHGO: Tape > MeasurablesBen Johnson talks about...

Chicago Bears

Luis C. Medina

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Apr 01, 2025

NFL Rule Changes Roundup, Shedeur Sanders Gets Compared to an Old Friend, Bears History, and Other Tuesday Bullets

It's Day 86 of the Chicago Bears offseason. Don't you dare think about pulling a fast one today. I'm onto you... There has been plenty of chatter this morning surrounding potential rule changes in the NFL. I figured this set of Bears Bullets would be a good place to share and discuss them. Strap it in, friends. The Tush Push lives to see another day as the league's 32 teams...

Chicago Bears

Matt Rooney

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Apr 01, 2025

It's officially NFL Draft month, folks! The calendar turning to April means we're in NFL Draft season. Let's try to run through another 2025 NFL Mock Draft and project how this crowded prospect pool will shake out on night one. 2025 NFL Mock Draft 1. Tennessee Titans: QB Cam Ward - Miami The closer we get to the draft, the more it looks like Cam Ward will be taken at...

Chicago Bears

Luis C. Medina

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Mar 31, 2025

Dennis Allen Goes to Bat For an *OFFENSIVE* NFL Draft Prospect

I did not have new Chicago Bears Defensive Coordinator Dennis Allen making a case for one of the NFL Draft's top offensive prospects on my 2025 bingo card. New Bears Head Coach Ben Johnson did a one-on-one with CHGO's Bears podcast. During his time with Adam Hoge, Johnson dropped an anecdote in which he shared what comes off as a pretty solid endorsement for Penn State tight end prospect Tyler...

Chicago Bears

Luis C. Medina

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Mar 31, 2025

There is a Growing Belief That Will Campbell Can Play Left Tackle — Is This Good News For the Bears?

There has been a growing buzz around the idea of the Chicago Bears taking Will Campbell with the 10th pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. That buzz isn't quieting anytime soon. When given a choice between Boise State running back Ashton Jeanty and LSU offensive tackle Will Campbell with the Bears' selection in a War Room Mock Draft episode with ESPN's Mina Kimes, this is what Field Yates had to...

Chicago Bulls

Elias Schuster

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Apr 02, 2025

Bulls Clinch Play-In for Third-Straight Season, But is it Different This Time?

Find someone who's as committed to you as the Chicago Bulls are to the NBA's Play-In Tournament. With a victory over the Toronto Raptors on Tuesday night, the organization officially clinched a spot in the Play-In for the third consecutive season. As of right now, the Bulls currently sit 10th with six games left on the calendar. However, their chance of climbing back into the No. 9 seed in the...

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Elias Schuster

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Apr 02, 2025

Bulls Legend Carmelo Anthony to be Inducted Into Hall of Fame

The Chicago Bulls will have even more representation in the Hall of Fame. Franchise legend and cornerstone Carmelo Anthony has officially been elected to the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. He will headline the 2025 class after a 19-year-long career that included 10 All-Star appearances, six All-NBA teams, and a spot on the NBA 75th Anniversary Team. He also currently sits 10th on the NBA's...

Chicago Bulls

Matt Rooney

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Apr 02, 2025

Last Night’s NBA Highlights Were Awesome! Jokic, Edwards, Curry Had Epic Games

Some nights in the NBA regular season can be a little blah and filled with blowouts. Last night was NOT an example of that. Tuesday in the NBA was filled with epic moments. We had legends dropping 50, superstars leading double overtime wins, the best player in the NBA dropping a 60-point triple-double, and more! Let's take a look at some NBA highlights from Tuesday's games. NBA Highlights How can...

Chicago Bulls

Elias Schuster

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Apr 02, 2025

Back in the Win Column, Does Patrick Williams Need a Fresh Start? Matas & Will Smith, and Other Bulls Bullets

Back in my teenage years, I wore the Camp Counselor hat plenty of summers. As fun as it would be to destroy in dodgeball or lap a kid in a race, most of the time you're tired as heck and allow a camper to "break your ankles" on the court so he doesn't go crying to mom. That's part of the job. And I couldn't help but think about this...

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Elias Schuster

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Apr 01, 2025

Box Score & Player Grades: Bulls 137, Raptors 118 – April 1, 2025

After arguably their ugliest loss of the season to the Oklahoma City Thunder 24 hours prior, the Chicago Bulls (34-42) looked relieved to see the 28-win Raptors on the other side of the ball. Defense was mostly optional to begin the night. Jamison Battle put the Raptors on the board with a triple less than 10 seconds into the game, and the Raptors would go on to begin the night...

Chicago Bulls

Matt Rooney

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Apr 01, 2025

Pre-Gamin’: Raptors at Bulls (7:00 CT) – Projected Lineups, How to Watch, More

Well, it can't look much worse than last night's in OKC! Game Info Toronto Raptors (28-47) at Chicago Bulls (33-42) – 7:00 p.m. CT on Chicago Sports Network (TV) and 670 The Score (Radio) Projected Starting Lineups Chicago Bulls Coby White Josh Giddey Kevin Huerter Matas Buzelis Nikola Vucevic Toronto Raptors Immanuel Quickley Ja'Kobe Walter Jamison Battle Scottie Barnes Jakob Poeltl Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Hui-Imagn Images Odds Chicago comes into today’s game...

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Elias Schuster

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Apr 01, 2025

Matas Buzelis Continues to Show Plenty of Two-Way Flashes

Whether it be an Eastern Conference Player of the Month award or a game-winning half-court buzzer-beater, I think it's safe to say Coby White and Josh Giddey stole the show in March. The two guards played some of the best basketball of their careers, and their efforts helped the Bulls put together a stretch where they won nine of eleven games. While they stood under the spotlight, however, another high-upside...

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Elias Schuster

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Apr 01, 2025

LET’S GO: Coby White Becomes Sixth Bulls Player Ever to Win NBA’s Player of the Month

Coby White had the best month of his career in March, and he now has the hardware to prove it. The NBA officially announced on Tuesday that the Chicago Bulls guard won Eastern Conference player of the Month honors. He joined MVP frontrunner Shai Gilegous-Alexander in the West as the two players recognized by the league. All things considered, the announcement shouldn't surprise anyone. White became the second Bulls player...

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Matt Rooney

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Apr 01, 2025

NBA Hands Out Suspensions for Timberwolves & Pistons Brawl

On Saturday, one of the uglier brawls the NBA has seen in quite some time broke out between the Detroit Pistons and Minnesota Timberwolves. While Minnesota's Naz Reid drove to the hoop, Detroit's Ron Holland went for a steal and committed a foul in the process. Reid wasn't thrilled and started jawing at Holland, only for Dante DiVincenzo to come over and insert himself into the discussion. A few shoves...

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Elias Schuster

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Apr 01, 2025

Snap Back to Reality, Looking Back at a Hot March, Coby White’s Streak Ends, and Other Bulls Bullets

After beginning March in style, the Chicago Bulls exited wearing a vertically striped shirt with horizontally striped pants and bright red Crocs. Monday night was all kinds of ugly. The Oklahoma City Thunder embarrassed the Bulls in every way possible. They posted an opponent season-high 145 points on 53.1 percent shooting from the field and a 23-43 performance from long range. Three players finished with multiple steals, pacing the Thunder...

Chicago Blackhawks

Tab Bamford

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Apr 02, 2025

Blackhawks vs Avalanche — Lineups, Broadcast Info, Game Thread

The Blackhawks host the Colorado Avalanche in our last late start game of the season (thanks, Turner). Expect the puck to drop somewhere around 8:50ish tonight. The Avs are seemingly comfortably in the third seed in the Central Division and are playing quite well. The Blackhawks are seemingly comfortably in the second seed in the 2025 NHL Draft Lottery. Any time you can watch MacKinnon and Makar it's fun. Let's...

Chicago Blackhawks

Tab Bamford

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Apr 02, 2025

Murphy on Rinzel, Another New Line, Slaggert’s Approach, Vanacker the Hero, and Other Blackhawks Bullets

I talked to Connor Murphy, the only Blackhawks defenseman over the age of 23 in the last game, what his first impressions were of Sam Rinzel from the bench. Murphy noted that he and Alex Vlasic are the only defensemen in the lineup right now who were on the ice for Opening Night. He told me that he liked how much Rinzel was communicating and how well he moved the...

Chicago Blackhawks

Tab Bamford

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Apr 01, 2025

Blackhawks Sign Defenseman Taige Harding

On Tuesday morning the Blackhawks announced the team has agreed to a two-year, entry-level contract with left-handed defenseman Taige Harding. everyone say hi Taige!👋Harding agrees to terms📰 ➡︎ https://t.co/3qprfsNgMh pic.twitter.com/G3ztbXoPlg— Chicago Blackhawks (@NHLBlackhawks) April 1, 2025 Harding, 23, will join the IceHogs on an ATO for the remainder of the 2024-25 season. His ELC runs through the 2026-27 season and carries a $867,500 salary cap hit. The Blackhawks selected Harding in...

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Tab Bamford

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Apr 01, 2025

NHL’s Huge New TV Deal, Draft Steals, Goalie Problems, and Other Blackhawks Bullets

Let's get our Tuesday started with some enormous news for the National Hockey League as a whole, not just the Blackhawks. Sportico broke the news that the NHL has agreed to a new 12-year TV deal with Rogers Communications in Canada that will pay the league a reported $7.7 billion US ($11 billion Canadian). That's more than double the current deal's annual payout and will start with the 2026-27 season....

Chicago Blackhawks

Tab Bamford

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Mar 31, 2025

Blackhawks Prospect Sacha Boisvert Enters the Transfer Portal

Big news in the college world on Monday morning involving one of the Blackhawks' top prospects. Sacha Boisvert, one of the Blackhawks' first-round picks in the 2024 NHL Draft, has entered the transfer portal and intends to leave North Dakota. Boisvert was named the NCHC Rookie of the Year after leading North Dakota with 18 goals and 32 points in 37 games. He is reportedly one of three North Dakota...

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Tab Bamford

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Mar 31, 2025

It’s OK to be Optimistic About the Blackhawks (Really, I Promise, It Is!)

This June will mark ten years since the third championship of the Blackhawks' dynasty team was won (even if you wouldn't know if from the complete absence of mentions from the organization this year). If we don't count the COVID bubble -- which most people don't -- as an actual playoff appearance, it's been eight years since the Blackhawks qualified for the postseason. And that 2015 Stanley Cup championship is...

Chicago Blackhawks

Tab Bamford

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Mar 31, 2025

The Future is Becoming The Now, DU Back to the Frozen Four, Big Nights in the OHL, and Other Blackhawks Bullets

From the start of training camp this season I've been quietly begging everyone to be patient with the older players on the Blackhawks roster this season because they were all placeholders for when young guys were ready to make the jump to the NHL. And, slowly but surely, we have seen that youth movement begin to make strides and elevate players to nightly lineup spots with the Blackhawks. Sunday night...

Chicago Blackhawks

Tab Bamford

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Mar 30, 2025

Blackhawks 2, Utah 5 — Three Stars, Key Takeaways

The first period came and went without a score. After taking their bucketless rookie laps before the game, Oliver Moore and Sam Rinzel took the ice and looked as comfortable as possible playing in their first NHL games. Rinzel was on the second power play unit (with Kevin Korchinski). At the end of 20 minutes, they were each credited with two shots on goal -- tied for the team high....

Chicago Blackhawks

Tab Bamford

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Mar 30, 2025

Blackhawks vs Utah — Lineups, Broadcast Info, Game Thread

Well, this game got a whole lot more attention from Blackhawks fans on Saturday morning when the team signed top prospects Oliver Moore and Sam Rinzel -- and announced they'll make their NHL debuts this afternoon! As you can see in their new photos, Moore will wear the same No. 11 he did at Minnesota and Rinzel will move to No. 6... which was last "officially" assigned to Blackhawks legend...

Chicago Blackhawks

Tab Bamford

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Mar 30, 2025

Moore and Rinzel Debut TODAY! Greene Heads to the Frozen Four (Again), and Other Blackhawks Bullets

Including this afternoon's 3 o'clock start at the United Center, the Blackhawks have four remaining home games during the 2024-25 regular season. And today's game had a whole lot more anticipation added for a team with the second-worst record in the NHL with the news on Saturday that not only have the Blackhawks signed Oliver Moore and Sam Rinzel, two of their top prospects, but they'll both make their NHL...

Chicago Cubs

Brett Taylor

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Feb 25, 2025

Spring Training Miscellany: Sammy Sosa Helps the Cubs Stay Undefeated

The Chicago Cubs are now 6-0 in Cactus League play, beating the Diamondbacks 4-2 today, and man it makes me wish it was the regular season already. I know, I know, I know this doesn't translate. Not really, anyway. But still. These guys are HOT. Each of Carson Kelly and Vidal Brujan homered, Pete Crow-Armstrong did his chaos thing, Ryan Brasier made his clean Cubs debut, and Julian Merryweather was...

Chicago Cubs

Brett Taylor

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Feb 25, 2025

PCA Got in Some Practice on Chaos Mode Today

Spring Training for regulars is, primarily, about staying healthy. So whatever you do out there, be safe and be sound, and it's mostly all good. But, that said, Spring Training is also about, you know, training. Gearing up for the season. Getting ready to do the things you'll want to do in the regular season. Being prepared. Thus it is completely reasonable that Pete Crow-Armstrong, a Javy-Báez-like agent of chaos...

Chicago Cubs

Brett Taylor

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Feb 25, 2025

Kyle Finnegan Finally Signs, Returning to the Nationals

In the end, I guess the Washington Nationals made the right (financial) decision to non-tender Kyle Finnegan last fall. The closer returns to the Nationals, though on a deal that'll pay him a good bit less than he was projected to get in arbitration, even after a year that saw him once again get strong results: News: The Washington Nationals are re-signing reliever Kyle Finnegan to a 1-year, $6 million...

Chicago Cubs

Michael Cerami

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Feb 25, 2025

Cubs vs Diamondbacks (2:05 CT) – Lineups, Broadcast Info, Game Thread

Cubs vs Diamondbacks — The Chicago Cubs remain undefeated on the spring, and they've got a lineup more than half-full of Opening Day starters this afternoon. Let's see if they can keep the good times rolling against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Sloan Park. Oh, and this one will be televised on Marquee. So that's nice. Chicago Cubs Lineup: Ian Happ, LF Kyle Tucker, DH Seiya Suzuki, RF Dansby Swanson, SS...

Chicago Cubs

Brett Taylor

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Feb 25, 2025

On This Day Nine Years Ago, Dexter Fowler Returned

Knowing that Dexter Fowler had recently agreed to terms with the Baltimore Orioles, per reports, I didn't think it was necessarily a huge deal when I saw him walking onto the back fields at the Chicago Cubs' Spring Training complex nine years ago today. Perhaps he was in the area and simply wanted to say farewell to his teammates. But when you saw the reactions of the players, and you...

Chicago Cubs

Brett Taylor

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Feb 25, 2025

Do the Chicago White Sox Now Have a Path in Place for an Ownership Transition?

It's very possible that the Chicago White Sox now have an ownership transition plan in place. They say they don't, but they might. And if they do have a plan in place to transition away from Reinsdorf Family ownership, that would have major implications for not only the White Sox, but also some implications for the Chicago Cubs, and for Major League Baseball as a whole. (And also conceivably the...

Chicago Cubs

Brett Taylor

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Feb 25, 2025

Hey, We Finally Know What Ben Brown’s Injury Issue Was

Ben Brown took the mound yesterday for a couple innings in his spring debut, the first time he'd pitched competitively in a game since he was shut down last summer with what wound up being a pretty mysterious neck injury. His pitches more or less looked normal, and he even busted out his changeup a couple times. It was great to see him back. But a question that probably nags...

Chicago Cubs

Brett Taylor

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Feb 25, 2025

Boyd with a Normal Day, Scalzo Impresses, Rea’s New Pitch, New I-Cubs Broadcaster, and Other Cubs Bullets

I'm not mad that so many of my favorite shows are returning in short order, but it's like, we had to wait two or three years for some of these shows to come back, and then bang bang bang bang they're all dropping in the span of a couple months. And all just as baseball season resumes! Speaking of which, the Cubs are currently undefeated, and if they are still...

Chicago Cubs

Brett Taylor

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Feb 24, 2025

The Cubs Have Traded Outfielder Alexander Canario to the Mets

On the one hand, sure enough, the Chicago Cubs were able to trade outfield prospect Alexander Canario within the DFA window, rather than simply losing him on waivers. On the other hand, they are trading him for cash, so it's very close to the same as losing him on waivers: The Cubs have traded OF Alexander Canario to the Mets for cash considerations, sources tell ESPN. Canario, 24, was DFA’d...

Chicago Cubs

Michael Cerami

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Feb 24, 2025

Tigers Sign Andrew Chafin … On a Minor League Deal? I’ll Explain

Last season, our old friend Andrew Chafin tossed 56.1 quality innings between the Tigers and Rangers, earning a 3.51 ERA on the strength of an excellent 28.5% strikeout rate and a very solid 6.3% barrel%. So entering the offseason as a free agent, he probably felt pretty good about his chances to land a quality big-league deal. And yet, he was just forced to settle for a minor league deal...

Chicago Bears

Luis C. Medina

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Feb 25, 2025

The Bears Reportedly Have a Meeting Lined Up With RB Prospect Ashton Jeanty

While teams like the Chicago Bears will link up with all sorts of prospects this week, there are a few meetings that will stand out among the crowd. One such meeting will happen this week with the team reportedly set to meet with star running back prospect Ashton Jeanty. The Draft Network's Ryan Fowler notes that the Bears are among the teams who have lined up a formal meeting with...

Chicago Bears

Matt Rooney

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Feb 25, 2025

Report: Rob Gronkowski Potentially Eying NFL Return in 2025

While it's not the most shocking NFL news I've ever heard, I'm not sure I had another NFL comeback for Rob Gronkowski on my bingo card for this offseason. According to one report, though, that could be in the works! Cecil Lammey, who covers the Broncos for DenverSports.com, reported today that the 35-year-old, four-time Super Bowl Champion is considering a return to the National Football League and that the Broncos are a...

Chicago Bears

Luis C. Medina

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Feb 25, 2025

Ben Johnson Speaks: Hints at Bears Offseason Plans, Building in the Trenches, Going Back to Basics, More

Chicago Bears Head Coach Ben Johnson spoke Tuesday afternoon at the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis. Even though Johnson went on a whirlwind media tour after being hired by the Bears in January, this is his first appearance in a press conference setting since his introductory presser. As a franchise, the Bears are in the midst of changes — and Johnson is at the heart of it all. Johnson touched...

Chicago Bears

Luis C. Medina

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Feb 25, 2025

REPORT: Re-Signing Trey Smith is Now “A Priority” For the Kansas City Chiefs

Presumptive Chicago Bears free agency target Trey Smith might not make it to the open market after all. Yes, the Kansas City Chiefs are unlikely to place the Franchise Tag on Smith. But that does not mean the team will not exhaust every avenue to retain the Pro Bowl right guard before the exclusive negotiation window with free agents ends on March 10. First, this from Chiefs General Manager Brett...

Chicago Bears

Luis C. Medina

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Feb 25, 2025

Ryan Poles Speaks at the NFL Scouting Combine: Free Agency, NFL Draft, Pass Rush Help, More

Chicago Bears General Manager Ryan Poles spoke on Tuesday morning at the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis. Poles and his front office are armed with more than $79 million worth of cap space (h/t OverTheCap) and own four top-75 picks in the 2025 NFL Draft — including the 10th overall selection in Round 1. Poles discussed a variety of topics during his press conference. I've pulled some key quotes from...

Chicago Bears

Luis C. Medina

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Feb 25, 2025

Poles and Johnson to Speak, Old Friends Find New Coaching Jobs, Stafford and Rodgers Look to Secure One Last Bag, and Other Bears Bullets

It's Day 51 of the Chicago Bears offseason. How did you celebrate the first day of Fake Spring in Chicago? I went on a 3.5-mile walk. And if today's schedule falls in my favor, I'll do it again. But this time, I'll need a better playlist to accompany me on my travels. The Bears' heavy hitters have arrived in Indianapolis for the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine and will be speaking...

Chicago Bears

Luis C. Medina

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Feb 24, 2025

The Green Bay Packers Want to Ban the Tush Push

If you can't beat it, ban it. The Tush Push is no stranger to pushback from NFL teams. But one team has put in an official proposal to end the Philadelphia Eagles' nearly unstoppable goal-line touchdown-scoring play. And it is the Green Bay Packers who want to see the play, also known as the Brotherly Shove, removed from the game for good. The Athletic's Dianna Russini has the scoop. The...

Chicago Bears

Luis C. Medina

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Feb 24, 2025

One NFL Insider Thinks “A Flurry of Extensions” is Coming and I’m Thinking About Possible Bears Deals

The NFL free agency negotiation window opens two weeks from today and the Chicago Bears are expected to be big spenders when the calendar flips to March 10. But what if the Bears (and perhaps some other teams) get the spending started well before that date? This tweet from NFL Network's Daniel Jeremiah stopped me in my tracks: I’ll be shocked if we don’t see a flurry of extensions done...

Chicago Bears

Luis C. Medina

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Feb 24, 2025

Scout Says 2025 NFL Draft is “A Meat-and-Potatoes” Draft — Which Sounds Like Tasty News For the Bears

The 2025 NFL Draft sounds delicious. Sure, this draft class of quarterbacks doesn't seem to be generating a ton of hype. And maybe there aren't a ton of "can't miss" prospects at the top of the board. But do not confuse that with this being a bad draft. For the Chicago Bears, this means things appear to be lining up for them to fill their needs if the team takes...

Chicago Bears

Matt Rooney

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Feb 24, 2025

NFL Combine Week is here! That means after this weekend's event in Indy, there's a good chance we'll see some risers and fallers on draft boards. Let's run through another 2025 NFL Mock Draft prior to the Combine. 2025 NFL Mock Draft 1. Tennessee Titans: EDGE Abdul Carter - Penn State What Tennessee will do with this pick remains the biggest story of the draft thus far. Will they take...

Chicago Bulls

Elias Schuster

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Feb 25, 2025

WNBA Legend Diana Taurasi is Officially Retiring

The WNBA will look a lot different next season. After 20+ seasons of professional basketball, women's basketball icon Diana Taurasi has announced her retirement. The 42-year-old broke the news to TIME in an exclusive interview where she reflected on her historic journey and all the success that came along with it. “Mentally and physically, I’m just full,” Taurasi told TIME. “That’s probably the best way I can describe it. I’m...

Chicago Bulls

Elias Schuster

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Feb 25, 2025

Scoreboard Watching: How the Bulls Win Over the 76ers Impacted the Tank Race

Despite winning only two of their eight games since the Zach LaVine trade, the Chicago Bulls haven't budged. The organization entered the month sitting No. 10 in the Eastern Conference, all signs point toward them finishing it in the same position. Their best chance to change that fate presented itself on Monday night. Already losers of six straight, they flew to Philadelphia for a matchup with the 76ers. A win...

Chicago Bulls

Elias Schuster

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Feb 25, 2025

Baby Bulls Lead the Way, Dalen Terry’s Best Game, Josh Giddey’s Double-Double Streak, and Other Bulls Bullets

With lottery odd ramifications at play, the argument could have easily been made that it was in the Chicago Bulls' best interest to lose last night's game in Philadelphia. Even head coach Billy Donovan and Company appeared to recognize that shortly before tip-off, ruling out big man Nikola Vucevic despite him starting the day absent from the injury report. So, naturally, the Bulls went on to score a season-high 142...

Chicago Bulls

Matt Rooney

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Feb 25, 2025

WATCH: Old Friend Zach LaVine Goes OFF For Season-High in Win Over Hornets

Zach LaVine might no longer be a Chicago Bull, but watching him when he's in a zone is still so much fun. Last night in Sacramento, Kings fans were treated to a vintage performance from LaVine in a 130-88 blowout win over the Charlotte Hornets. When LaVine is on, there aren't many better scorers in the NBA, and last night was a perfect example of that. LaVine put up an...

Chicago Bulls

Elias Schuster

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Feb 24, 2025

Box Score & Player Grades: Bulls 142, 76ers 110 – February 28, 2025

The Chicago Bulls tried to throw this game away, but the Philadelphia 76ers took it straight out of the trash, put a bow on it, and left it on the doorstep. With Joel Embiid ruled out hours before tip-off, the Bulls countered by sitting Nikola Vucevic. The big man entered the day absent from the injury report and was added in the afternoon as "probable" with calf soreness. Choosing to...

Chicago Bulls

Elias Schuster

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Feb 24, 2025

Bulls Rule Out Nikola Vucevic Shortly Before Tip-Off in Philly (Tank Battle Begins!)

The Chicago Bulls officially ruled out Nikola Vucevic for Monday night's game in Philadelphia. According to the latest injury report, the starting big man will remain in street clothes due to calf tightness. The recently acquired Zach Collins will start in his place and appear in only his fourth game since landing in Chicago as part of the Zach LaVine trade. Collins is fresh off playing a Bulls career-high 18...

Chicago Bulls

Matt Rooney

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Feb 24, 2025

Pre-Gamin’: Bulls at 76ers (6:00 CT) – Projected Lineups, How to Watch, More

I've been told someone actually does have to win tonight's game! Game Info Chicago Bulls (22-35) at Philadelphia 76ers (20-36) – 6:00 p.m. CT on Chicago Sports Network (TV) and 670 The Score (Radio) Projected Lineups Chicago Bulls Lonzo Ball Coby White Josh Giddey Matas Buzelis Nikola Vucevic Philadelphia 76ers Tyrese Maxey Quentin Grimes Kelly Oubre Jr Paul George Joel Embiid Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports Odds Chicago comes into today’s...

Chicago Bulls

Matt Rooney

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Feb 24, 2025

WATCH: Alex Rodriguez Nails Halfcourt Shot At College Basketball Game

Some people can just do it all, am I right?! Alex Rodriguez is one of the best shortstops of all time, an on-air MLB analyst, is on pace to become the new and rightful owner of the Minnesota Timberwolves after a long legal battle ... and now he's proven capable of drilling half-court shots with $10k on the line! Take a look: Alex Rodriguez hit a half-court shot to win...

Chicago Bulls

Matt Rooney

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Feb 24, 2025

Will Josh Giddey Continue His Strong Play This Week?

Bulls basketball has been a tough watch as of late. And, as I've had no issues mentioning the last few weeks, it should be! The Bulls needed to take the rebuilding route, and while Arturas Karnisovas didn't fully jump into that pool, he did take a step with the Zach LaVine trade. Since the LaVine trade, the games have been rough, but Josh Giddey has become an absolute bright spot....

Chicago Bulls

Elias Schuster

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Feb 24, 2025

Bulls Injury Update: Several Rotation Players Remain Out, 76ers Could Sit Two Stars

The Chicago Bulls will be without several rotation players for tonight's Tankfest in Philadelphia. Already without Patrick Williams for the next week-plus due to a quad injury, the Chicago Bulls have been dealing with ailments to two more second-unit contributors. Ayo Dosunmu suffered a shoulder injury against the New York Knicks last week while going for a steal on Jalen Brunson. After coming into their meeting with the Suns on...

Chicago Cubs

Brett Taylor

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Feb 15, 2025

Former White Sox Closer Bobby Jenks is Battling Cancer

Very sad news to share this evening for Chicago baseball fans, as former White Sox closer Bobby Jenks revealed that he is battling stage four stomach cancer. We stand with you, Bobby Jenks. Thinking of Bobby as he is being treated for Stage 4 adenocarcinoma, a form of stomach cancer. https://t.co/47VIPnIq7V pic.twitter.com/jH4R9KN4cx— Chicago White Sox (@whitesox) February 15, 2025 Jenks, 43, was dominant in the mid-2000s, and closed out the...

Chicago Cubs

Brett Taylor

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Feb 15, 2025

Already Some Good News on Matt Shaw’s Oblique

I love when a possible injury issue gets an almost-immediate positive update. Yesterday we learned that top Cubs prospect, and likely big league third baseman to open 2025, Matt Shaw was dealing with an oblique issue that had him unable to hit the last three to four days. But, hopping on 670 The Score, Shaw said that he will be cleared to start doing some light hitting again today: #Cubs...

Chicago Cubs

Brett Taylor

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Feb 15, 2025

Hoerner’s Progress, Zastryzny a Free Agent, Cubs Uniforms, Amaya, Bregman, and Other Cubs Bullets

Taking a gaggle of teenage girls to the mall today as part of our daughter's birthday activities, and honestly I just think it's nice that kids still want to do this kind of thing. Ope, that was a very Old Guy sentence, wasn't it? Nico Hoerner offers an update from his October 11 flexor tendon surgery, and at the highest level, he says if he'd been told back then that...

Chicago Cubs

Brett Taylor

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Feb 14, 2025

Spring Training Miscellany: The First Full Squad Day

The first full day of work for the Chicago Cubs was today in Mesa, Arizona, as the team prepares for the 2025 season. That means we got a lot of clips of work on the field, and comments from the players. I thought I'd round them up for you here, kicking it off with a couple guys who say this is the best iteration of a Cubs team they've been...

Chicago Cubs

Michael Cerami

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Feb 14, 2025

Sounds Like We Shouldn’t Count on a Dylan Cease Trade

DYLAN CEASE — Aside from some clarity at the ownership level, I have no idea what changed for the Padres over the past week. All winter long, we heard rumors that they would have to subtract, perhaps significantly, from their payroll before they could consider adding even a single penny to the bottom line. And for most of the winter, that has proved true. Indeed, that reality was seemingly supported by...

Chicago Cubs

Brett Taylor

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Feb 14, 2025

Matt Shaw Dealing With an Oblique Issue

I GUESS DEY SHOULDA SIGNED ADAM BERGMAN MY FRENT! Here's hoping today's injury update is legitimately a very minor one, with the feel of something bigger only because of the recent Alex Bregman decision and the buzzy additional interest right now in Matt Shaw: https://bsky.app/profile/mmontemurro.bsky.social/post/3li5xgxfthk2w Given that it happened five days ago and I've seen Shaw at least getting in some work on the field since then, it must not...

Chicago Cubs

Brett Taylor

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Feb 14, 2025

The Chicago Cubs Have Unveiled Their 2025 Marketing Slogan

I don't always love what the Cubs go with, but I'm always interested to see what a given season's marketing slogan is going to be. Last year's 'You Have to C It' was a bit of a mixed bag, though I understand what the team was going for. This year's iteration is similar, with a heavy emphasis on ticket sales: Some things are just better at Wrigley Field.BE HERE FOR...

Chicago Cubs

Michael Cerami

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Feb 14, 2025

The Cubs Payroll Ranks Embarrassingly Low Relative to the Rest of the League

CUBS PAYROLL — Tom Ricketts and the Chicago Cubs can sing any song they want about the reality of their annual revenues, losses, and failed attempts to sign free agents. That's the perk of keeping your bookkeeping private. You want to claim that you're only breaking even or even weathering losses each year? No one can dispute it (or even simply ask why certain indirect team revenues are excluded from your...

Chicago Cubs

Brett Taylor

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Feb 14, 2025

Seiya Suzuki Confirms He Will Do Whatever the Cubs Ask When It Comes to DH’ing

Just to button up the Seiya Suzuki Designated Hitter thing, we have some comments from the man himself. You may recall that there were some quotes out there over the offseason from Suzuki's agent, in tandem with the Cubs' offseason efforts, that his client would prefer not to DH full-time. Fair enough, but after the trade for Kyle Tucker, it looked like the best version of the Cubs' lineup would...

Chicago Cubs

Brett Taylor

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Feb 14, 2025

No, I Do Not Think the Cubs Are Now Going to Target Nolan Arenado

In the wake of third baseman Alex Bregman choosing to sign with the Boston Red Sox, who'd been the leading suitor in trade for third baseman Nolan Arenado, a lot of folks have given thought to "what now" for the Cardinals. It seems to me the most likely "what now" is an awkward next five-ish months with the Cardinals desperately hoping Arenado positions himself (and his contract) as a compelling...

Chicago Bears

Luis C. Medina

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Feb 15, 2025

The 2025 NFL Draft is 68 days away. As of right now, the Chicago Bears have eight picks — including four in the top 75. How this team goes about using its picks remains to be determined. And while what happens in free agency will go a long way toward determining how the Bears move on NFL Draft Weekend, it is never too early to look at what league insiders, analysts,...

Chicago Bears

Luis C. Medina

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Feb 15, 2025

Ian Cunningham is Getting a Second Interview With the Jacksonville Jaguars

The Jacksonville Jaguars' interview process as their search for a new general manager continues. And it will include Chicago Bears Assistant General Manager Ian Cunningham. NFL Network insider Tom Pelissero has the latest on the Jaguars' GM search: The #Jaguars are lining up in-person second interviews for their GM job next week, with #Packers VP of Player Personnel Jon-Eric Sullivan and #Bears assistant GM Ian Cunningham among others on the...

Chicago Bears

Luis C. Medina

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Feb 15, 2025

New Bears Coaching Hires, Latest on Jaguars GM Search, Dolphins Cuts, and Other Saturday Bullets

It's Day 41 of the Chicago Bears offseason. I began watching Taylor Tomlinson's stand-up comedy routines around this time in 2023 at the suggestion of a friend who thought I could use a laugh. The suggestion came at a time when I was dealing with depression and anxiety. I wasn't eating or sleeping. I was straight up having a bad time in life. But that Netflix special made me laugh...

Chicago Bears

Luis C. Medina

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Feb 14, 2025

REPORT: Bears to Hire Oregon State OL Coach to Ben Johnson’s Staff

The Chicago Bears are reportedly set to bring on another coach with college ties to Ben Johnson's new staff. Oregon State Offensive Line Coach Kyle DeVan is reportedly taking his talents to Halas Hall: The #Bears are expected to hire Oregon State offensive line coach Kyle DeVan, sources tell @CBSSports/@247Sports.DeVan, who was an NFL offensive lineman from 2008-12, was as an assistant offensive line coach in 2015 with the Saints,...

Chicago Bears

Luis C. Medina

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Feb 14, 2025

NFL Analyst Says Bears Are in a “Sweet Spot” to Trade For Myles Garrett

The Myles Garrett Sweepstakes will be one of the NFL offseason's biggest stories and a fascinating follow, to be sure. And it will be far more interesting if the Chicago Bears finagle their way into the action. Over at ESPN, Bill Barnwell offers up Myles Garrett trade fits and unearths, which teams make sense as partners who could do business and cut a deal for the Cleveland Browns star pass...

Chicago Bears

Luis C. Medina

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Feb 14, 2025

Ian Cunningham Completed His Interview For the Jacksonville Jaguars GM Job on Friday

Chicago Bears Assistant General Manager Ian Cunningham has successfully completed his interview for the vacant Jacksonville Jaguars general manager position. The Jags sent this out to make it officially official: We have completed an interview with Ian Cunningham for our General Manager position. pic.twitter.com/Ls7BrwtFyD— Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars) February 14, 2025 Jacksonville has officially finished interviews with the following general manager candidates: Chad Alexander, Los Angeles Chargers Assistant GM Brandon Brown,...

Chicago Bears

Luis C. Medina

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Feb 14, 2025

WATCH: A Behind-the-Scenes Look Inside Ben Johnson’s First Days as the New Chicago Bears Head Coach

The Ben Johnson era is here. And nothing ushers in a new era of Chicago Bears football like a fresh installment of 1920 Football Drive, the YouTube web series from Chicago's football team that provides behind-the-scenes footage of the happenings at Halas Hall. There is no need to extend the intro any further. Check out the video: https://youtu.be/7vTGU4do7to?si=pRcSN6YxtLXn46Fc Behind the scenes of Ben Johnson's arrival at Halas Hall as Bears...

Chicago Bears

Luis C. Medina

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Feb 14, 2025

Happy Valentine’s Day! A Bears-Inspired Poem, Tush Push Backlash, and Other Bears Bullets

It's Day 40 of the Chicago Bears offseason, and I've written a poem: Roses are red,violets are blueRebuild the offensive line,or I'm gonna boo How can you not be romantic about pass protection? The more I read about the draft-eligible offensive linemen, the more I want the Bears to take multiple shots at the position in the 2025 NFL Draft. Early and often? Yes. But most definitely early. Even if...

Chicago Bears

Luis C. Medina

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Feb 13, 2025

Dennis Allen Dropped a Not-So-Subtle Hint About the Bears’ Offseason Plans

If you're trying to piece together what the Chicago Bears offseason will look like, then turn your attention to what new defensive coordinator Dennis Allen had to say at his introductory press conference. Video via Bears Marquee on Twitter/X: “I think we’re always looking for talent acquisition, player acquisition ... that can help us grow as a defensive line.”Dennis Allen on potentially acquiring defensive linemen. pic.twitter.com/X0auBfJ5GM— Marquee Bears (@BearsMarquee) January...

Chicago Bears

Luis C. Medina

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Feb 13, 2025

The 2025 NFL Scouting Combine Invites List is OUT

The NFL released the list of player names who have been invited to the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis. You can check out the full list here. In the meantime, I have highlighted some names of players who play five position groups that the Chicago Bears should prioritize filling during the 2025 NFL Draft: OFFENSIVE LINEMEN Kelvin Banks Jr. (Texas), Tyler Booker (Alabama), Will Campbell (LSU), Josh Conerly Jr....

Chicago Bulls

Elias Schuster

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Feb 15, 2025

Matas Buzelis Fails to Make It Out of First Round at NBA Slam Dunk Contest

Matas Buzelis struggled to leave his mark on the 2025 NBA Slam Dunk Contest. Taking the floor after fellow rookie Stephon Castle, the Chicago Bulls' forward didn't play it safe. Buzelis lined up underneath the rim and attempted to bounce the ball through his leg and into his same hand for the flush. While he got close, Buzelis ultimately failed to complete the dunk in the allotted 1 minute and...

Chicago Bulls

Elias Schuster

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Feb 15, 2025

Mac McClung Jumps Over a Car for Insane First Jam at NBA Dunk Contest (UPDATE: THREE PEAT!)

Mac McClung held nothing back in his first dunk of All-Star Weekend. Trying to become the first player in NBA history to win three consecutive dunk contests, McClung walked onto the court and immediately snatched a pair of car keys. The Orlando Magic two-way contract guard waved in a Kia, immediately providing fans with flashbacks of Blake Griffin's famous 2011 dunk contest slam. However, McClung raised the bar. Stationing the...

Chicago Bulls

Elias Schuster

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Feb 15, 2025

NBA Mad at Chris Paul & Victor Wembanyama After Trying to Hack Skills Challenge

The NBA will have some words for Chris Paul and Victor Wembanyama. The two Spurs tipped off All-Star Saturday Night as teammates for the annual Skills Challenge. A timed obstacle course that features passing, shooting, and dribbling drills, the youngster and the veteran thought they found a loophole. When it came time to shoot the three different jump shots, they each chucked the three balls at each rack into the...

Chicago Bulls

Elias Schuster

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Feb 15, 2025

Will Matas Buzelis Win the Dunk Contest? Rising Stars, Ayo Dosunmu’s BTS Vlog, and Other Bulls Bullets

Michael Jordan, Dominque Wilkins, Vince Carter, Zach LaVine ... and Matas Buzelis. When he completes a between-the-legs 720 from the free throw line tonight at the Chase Center, the rookie will join an elite club of all-time dunkers. The world isn't ready for what they're about to see! Oct 8, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Chicago Bulls forward Matas Buzelis (14) drives to the basket in the fourth quarter against the...

Chicago Bulls

Matt Rooney

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Feb 15, 2025

Get Hyped For Matas Buzelis With Bulls Slam Dunk Contest Highlights

There may not be many things for Bulls fans to get excited about right now, but Matas Buzelis is absolutely one of those things (ok, maybe the only thing). Tonight, Buzelis will compete in the Slam Dunk Contest after being in the Rising Stars game on Friday night. To get ready for tonight's event when the Bulls' rookie forward will take center stage, it felt like a good time to...

Chicago Bulls

Matt Rooney

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Feb 14, 2025

NBA All-Star Weekend: Matas Buzelis Competes in Rising Stars & Dunk Contest, Game Times, More

Happy NBA All-Star Weekend, folks! Unfortunately, there are not any Bulls in the actual All-Star game this year (though, ex-Bull Zach LaVine should be there). But the organization isn't without a little bit of representation! At the very least, we get to watch probably the brightest member of the franchise at this point, Matas Buzelis, compete in multiple events. First offered a spot in the dunk contest, Buzelis was also...

Chicago Bulls

Elias Schuster

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Feb 14, 2025

Only Three NBA Teams Are Worth More Than the Chicago Bulls

Despite one Eastern Conference Finals appearance since Michael Jordan called it quits, the Chicago Bulls remain one of the NBA's most profitable franchises. CNBC released their 2025 team valuations this week, and owner Jerry Reinsdorf has to be pleased. The Bulls are currently the fourth-most valuable franchise in the NBA and worth an estimated $5.8 billion. CNBC also lists them as generating roughly $402 million in revenue during the 2023-24...

Chicago Bulls

Elias Schuster

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Feb 14, 2025

A Busy Weekend for Matas Buzelis, Two Big On-Court Problems, Front Office Safety, and Other Bulls Bullets

Matas Buzelis' All-Star Weekend just got a whole lot busier. Already in San Francisco for the NBA Slam Dunk Contest, the Chicago Bulls youngster received a pretty big phone call on Friday morning. With fellow rookie big man Yves Missi dealing with a knee injury, Buzelis received an invite to tonight's Rising Stars Event. Better late than never! © Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images Buzelis will suit up for Mitch Richmond's squad...

Chicago Bulls

Elias Schuster

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Feb 14, 2025

NBA Officially Adds Matas Buzelis to Tonight’s Rising Stars Game!

Matas Buzelis has officially been added to the NBA's Rising Stars event. Tipping off All-Star Weekend Friday night at the Chase Center, the Chicago Bulls rookie was initially left off the 21-man roster. The NBA also invited four other players as injury replacements before giving Buzelis the call. However, with Yves Missi joining the list of injured players, Buzelis has finally been added to the big event. The rookie will...

Chicago Bulls

Elias Schuster

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Feb 13, 2025

To No Surprise, New Report Says Bulls’ Arturas Karnisovas is Here to Stay

Believe it or not, all those "Fire AKME" tweets have not made their way to Jerry Reinsdorf's flip phone. Despite another underwhelming NBA trade deadline that featured another messy press conference, I'm not sure anyone expected news of a front-office shake-up to break. If there is anyone out there holding out hope, however, the Chicago Sun-Times is here to deliver some bad news. Joe Cowley reported on Thursday afternoon that...

Chicago Blackhawks

Tab Bamford

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Feb 15, 2025

Hat Tricks for Lardis and Vanacker, More Prospect Goals, and Other Blackhawks Bullets

I would absolutely love to have a whole lot of exciting, earth-shattering Blackhawks content for you on a Saturday morning but... they haven't played in a full week. However, tonight we get the big one: USA vs Canada in Montreal with the top spot in the 4 Nations Face-Off on the line. It's on ABC and ESPN+ and the puck drops shortly after 7 PM CT. I can't wait! Now...

Chicago Blackhawks

Tab Bamford

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Feb 14, 2025

USA Blowout Win, Prospect Talk, Rockford Injuries, and Other Valentine’s Day Blackhawks Bullets

The United States blew the doors off of Finland last night in the 4 Nations Face-Off, scoring six unanswered goals -- four of which came in the third period. Brady and Matthew Tkachuk led the way with two goals each; Matthew was named the game's No. 1 star. For Blackhawks fans, Teuvo Teräväinen was minus-one and skated only 10:34. His line with Erik Haula and Joel Armia didn't get on...

Chicago Blackhawks

Tab Bamford

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Feb 14, 2025

Since the NHL is taking a couple weeks off in the middle of February for the 4 Nations Face-Off, why not take advantage of no Blackhawks games to chase and update our full two-round 2025 mock draft! With the calendar flipping to 2025, we're getting an increasing number of draft rankings and projections from folks who spend a great deal of time digging into take and profiles. Lots of things...

Chicago Blackhawks

Tab Bamford

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Feb 13, 2025

Around the NHL: World Cup Coming Back, CBA Update, Timing Changes Coming? More

The NHL world is on pause for a couple weeks while we enjoy the 4 Nations Face-Off, but that doesn't mean there isn't news being made around the game. Indeed, there was some important news that came from the NHL/NHLPA press conference before the game on Wednesday night that's notable. The World Cup of Hockey is coming back, the CBA negotiations sound like they're in a good place, there might...

Chicago Blackhawks

Tab Bamford

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Feb 13, 2025

BN Blackhawks Top 20 Prospect Rankings: Mid-February Update

It's been a little less than a month since we took stock of the Blackhawks' prospect pipeline but it's been a busy time. Chicago's pool was ranked fourth in the NHL by Scott Wheeler at The Athletic. The Blackhawks have five (5) prospects nominated for the Hobey Baker Memorial Award. They have the AHL All-Star Classic MVP in the fold. And they claim the first 50-goal scorer in the CHL...

Chicago Blackhawks

Tab Bamford

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Feb 13, 2025

Incredible 4 Nations Start, Le Magnifique, GMKD Said Some Interesting Things, and Other Blackhawks Bullets

Before we get into the fantastic hockey in Montreal last night, I'm going to start with some Blackhawks focused stuff because Scott Powers at The Athletic shared a terrific Q&A with Blackhawks general manager Kyle Davidson on Wednesday. They talk about a lot of topics, from Connor Bedard's development to finding him a running mate and how they're approaching spending money this summer and the draft. A couple items stood...

Chicago Blackhawks

Tab Bamford

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Feb 13, 2025

Blackhawks College Prospects: Head-to-Head Action Highlights Packed Weekend

For the first time in a while, all ten of the Blackhawks' college prospects are in action this weekend. And, for those tuning in, we'll only have to search for four games on Friday and Saturday night because we've got some head-to-head action in Hockey East and the NCHC. Ryan Greene and Boston University will look to build off their huge win in the Beanpot championship on Monday night as...

Chicago Blackhawks

Tab Bamford

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Feb 12, 2025

Blackhawks Fan Guide to the 4 Nations Face-Off

It's Wednesday, Feb. 12 and there hasn't been a Blackhawks game in (counts on fingers) too many days. But there will be professional hockey to watch tonight! The 4 Nations Face-Off begins this evening with Canada in action against Sweden. Unfortunately for Blackhawks fans, there's only one current Chicago player involved in the tournament. Teuvo Teräväinen is skating for Finland for a week. The games on Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday...

Chicago Blackhawks

Tab Bamford

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Feb 12, 2025

NHL All-Quarter Century Fan Voting Now Open! (Blackhawks Fans – Do the Thing)

On Wednesday, the NHL opened the ballots for the league's All-Quarter Century Team for fans to participate. You can vote for ten (10) players from across the NHL. Fans can vote online or on the artist formerly known as Twitter, using the hashtag #NHLQCTeam AND one of the following: Full player name (with or without spaces) Player #firstandlastname Player's Handle on X The Chicago Blackhawks who are eligible for fan...

Chicago Blackhawks

Tab Bamford

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Feb 12, 2025

Where are the Hobey Baker Votes? Levshunov Scores, Updated Lottery Odds, and Other Blackhawks Bullets

Another day without Blackhawks hockey to watch, but we did get an update on the voting for the Hobey Baker Memorial Award. The Blackhawks have five (5) prospects nominated, and Chicago knows how to handle voting (often, people... multiple emails... let's go). So when I saw Boston University co-captain Ryan Greene is the only Blackhawks' prospect in the top ten, I was both surprised and disappointed. Let's go here, people!...