Chicago Sports

‘Risk’ and reward: Cubs’ Reginald Preciado showcasing versatility post-Yu Darvish trade

MESA, Ariz. - Reginald Preciado jogged out to second base for ground balls on Friday, setting up on the side…

4 years ago

Lukas Reichel impresses Blackhawks teammates, but weight gain needed

Brandon Hagel tried to envision a heavier version of Lukas Reichel while watching the current version of Reichel this past…

4 years ago

MLB’s lockout — 87 days in and counting — is testing fans’ patience. Is baseball blowing it?

Do you know what's interesting about Major League Baseball's competitive-balance tax? No, really, do you? If so, maybe you can…

4 years ago

Why Ezra Hendrickson’s goals with the Fire go beyond winning

Ezra Hendrickson's resume is filled with success. As a player and assistant coach, Hendrickson has been part of some of…

4 years ago

White Sox’ Luis Robert could be an all-timer

Baseball's lockout threatens to deny fans their enjoyment of the game. For Sox fans, it threatens to deny their enjoyment…

4 years ago

For soccer bettors, the Cup board is not bare

LAS VEGAS -- Our neighbors have been dynamic on the pitch, not dropping a single World Cup qualifier in 11…

4 years ago

A lot on the line for new Bears GM Ryan Poles

While his youthful earnestness and enthusiasm are admirable, Ryan Poles' mission statement as the Bears' new general manager was one…

4 years ago

Blackhawks outlast Devils 8-5, thanks to dueling hat tricks by Patrick Kane, Brandon Hagel

One week ago, the Blackhawks played their first game with zero total goals since 2003. On Friday, they notched two…

4 years ago

Commissioner Rob Manfred joins baseball labor negotiations

JUPITER, Fla. -- With just 3 1/2 days left until Major League Baseball's deadline for a deal that would ensure…

4 years ago

Lockout creates odd problem for Cubs great Fergie Jenkins

The baseball lockout has created a unique problem for Fergie Jenkins. The Cubs plan to honor the Hall of Fame…

4 years ago