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Tony o

By TAGIII97 @ Da Chicago Fan 04/23/2012

This Day in Sports History April 23, 2012 1919- The MLB sets season at 140 games. 1939- Boston Red Sox Ted Williams hits his first homer. 1950- First MLB game completed under lights. 1954- Hank Aaron hits his first of 755 home runs. 1969- Laker...

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76ers logo

By TAGIII97 @ Da Chicago Fan 04/19/2012

This Day in Sports History April 19, 2012 1900- Highest scoring opening day game, Phillies beat Braves 19-17 in 10 innings. 1949- Yankees dedicate a plaque to Babe Ruth. 1987- LA Clippers end season 12-70 record. 1990- Pistons and 76ers get into a...

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Bill russell

By TAGIII97 @ Da Chicago Fan 04/18/2012

This Day in Sports History April 18, 2012 1950- Yankees win 15-10 after trailing Red Sox 9-0 in sixth. 1962- Boston Celtics win NBA Finals vs. LA Lakers in seven games. 1966- Bill Russell becomes first black NBA coach. 1982- Atlanta Braves win...

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Chicago-bears-logo

By TAGIII97 @ Da Chicago Fan 04/18/2012

The Chicago Bears released their schedule to the public on April 17, 2012.  How tough is their schedule and how will their record turn out?  

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Martin broduer

By TAGIII97 @ Da Chicago Fan 04/17/2012

This Day in Sports History April 17, 2012 1925- Babe Ruth has ulcer surgery. 1947- Jackie Robinson bunts for his first major league hit 1951- Mickey Mantle goes 1 for 4 in his first baseball game on the Yankees. 1983- Nolan Ryan strikes out his...

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Babe ruth

By TAGIII97 @ Da Chicago Fan 04/15/2012

This Day in Sports History April 15, 2012 1896- First Olympic Games in Athens Greece comes to a finish. 1910- President Howard Taft was the first president to throw out the first pitch at a baseball game. 1927- Babe Ruth hits first home run of 60...

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Lance briggs

By TAGIII97 @ Da Chicago Fan 04/11/2012

Bears 7 time pro bowler Lance Briggs said he wanted to be traded unless he got a new contract. On Wednesday the Bears gave Lance Briggs a 1 year 7 million dollar extension that will lock him up till 2014. This is actually an extension to his 36...

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Hawks vs coyotes

By TAGIII97 @ Da Chicago Fan 04/11/2012

The Chicago Blackhawks will face off against the Phoenix Coyotes in the first round of this years Stanley Cup Playoffs. The Hawks finished sixth in the Conference and the Coyotes finished third because they won the Pacific Division. Key Hawks...

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Missing

By TAGIII97 @ Da Chicago Fan 04/06/2012

This Day in Sports History April 5, 2012 1869- First Olympic games in Athens, Greece. 1925- Babe Ruth collapse in North Carolina due to a stomach ulcer 1959 23rd Masters Art Wall Jr. wins shooting a 284 1967- 76ers Wilt Champerlain sets NBA...

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New nfl unis

By TAGIII97 @ Da Chicago Fan 04/04/2012

Reebok was the prime sponsor of the NFL until thunder struck andNike took over. All teams will have the Nike logo but did the look change a whole lot? All teams usually kept the same primary colors they had before except 2. I will get to those...

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Hawks logo diff

By TAGIII97 @ Da Chicago Fan 04/01/2012

A lot has happened in March for our Blackhawks. Jonathan Toews has been out most of the month and the Hawks still managed to go 10-4. That is very good with most of the time having your captain out. That 10-4 record has done so much for them. ...

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Emery

By TAGIII97 @ Da Chicago Fan 03/31/2012

Ray Emery is one of many the many nominees for the Masterton trophy. The trophy is in honor of Bill Masterton, who played for the Minnesota Wild Stars and died on January 15, 1968 during a hockey game. Its full name is: Bill Masterton Memorial...

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Randy wells

By TAGIII97 @ Da Chicago Fan 03/30/2012

I had Wells in my projected starting rotation! Randy Wells has been sent down to Triple A to get roster down to 25 regulation size. Also Travis Wood was sent down too. Man I am so upset! Randy Wells has a 4.99 ERA last year with a 7-6 record....

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Haynesworth 2

By TAGIII97 @ Da Chicago Fan 03/29/2012

Released by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 41 days ago, Albert Haynesworth is left high and dry in free agency. The question 1st is, can he find a team. 2nd, will he pass his physical. Well I have very good points why Albert Haynesworth would be a...

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Missing

By gibbsreport @ Da Chicago Fan 03/28/2012

The Chicago Bulls have been looking to find someone too play alongside Derrick Rose for years. First they had Ben Gordon but ideally his lack of defense and his requirement to have to ball to succeed wasnt a great fit.... Read More The Chicago...

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Johnny-knox

By TAGIII97 @ Da Chicago Fan 03/28/2012

Johnny Knox is still recovering from that brutal hit vs. Seattle in week 15. That hit he sustained from Kam Chancellor made him come off the field on a stretcher and out indefinitely for the season. It all started by a fumble and he dove for...

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Montador

By TAGIII97 @ Da Chicago Fan 03/27/2012

Steve Montador is expected to return to the lineup vs the Devils tonight. Steve has missed 22 consecutivegames with an upper body injury that might have been a concussion. The 32 year old Steve this year has 5 goals and 9 assists in...

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Missing

By gibbsreport @ Da Chicago Fan 03/27/2012

The playoffs are fast approaching. With only six games left everyone is scoreboard watching because even one point can change the whole playoff picture. Currently the Blackhawks are sixth in the Western Conference with 92 points. They are four...

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Missing

By gibbsreport @ Da Chicago Fan 03/26/2012

We are two weeks into NFL free agency and somehow a young left tackle remains unsigned. How can Demetrius Bell still be a free agent? Bell, who will turn 28 in May, was a seventh-round pick by the Buffalo Bills... Read More We are two weeks into...

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Missing

By gibbsreport @ Da Chicago Fan 03/26/2012

Bulls president John Paxson likes winners. During his time as general manager he had a history of drafting players from winning programs. It was a practice former GM Jerry Krause believed in as well but that was before he thought... Read More...

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Drose

By TAGIII97 @ Da Chicago Fan 03/26/2012

The Bulls would be nothing without Derrick Rose but they are doing pretty well without him. They have improved to 40-10, that has clinched a playoff spot. Rose has already missed 16 games this season with various injuries. Thisgroin though...

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Wrigley

By TAGIII97 @ Da Chicago Fan 03/25/2012

     The Cubs are and have been every season trying to win a World Series.  Everyone says "This is the Year." Will this be the year or not? No one will ever know except those people in the Cubs uniform who will have the desire...

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Hawks01

By TAGIII97 @ Da Chicago Fan 03/25/2012

The Hawks are coming off a 5 game win streak. Meanwhile, Nashville is 2 points ahead of the Hawks in the Western Conference standing (Hawks 6th, Predators 5th). The Hawks have been doing well without Johntathan Toews. Predatorsstill have one of...

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By gibbsreport @ Da Chicago Fan 03/25/2012

Over the past two games the Bulls have gotten a good look at one of their former players. No not Aaron Gray. Im taking about James Johnson. With that being said both Gray and Johnson wereteammatesduring the 2009-2010 season in... Read More Over...

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By gibbsreport @ Da Chicago Fan 03/24/2012

I have to admit I had some doubts when Phil Emery was brought on as the new general manager of the Chicago Bears. It just seemed like a safe move bringing back a former scout and when he didnt speak... Read More I have to admit I had some doubts...

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Missing

By gibbsreport @ Da Chicago Fan 03/23/2012

Just one day after the Bears signed Michael Bush to most likely take his job, Marion Barber III decided to retire at the age of 28. Barber who did a decent job last season backing up Matt Forte eventually lost... Read More Just one day after the...

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By gibbsreport @ Da Chicago Fan 03/23/2012

According to Adrian Wojnarowski of Yahoo Sports, the Toronto Raptors have agreed to buyout a familiar face to the Bulls. Toronto has agreed to waive Rasual Butler, allowing him join a team for the playoffs, agent Andy Miller tells Y!... Read More...

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Missing

By gibbsreport @ Da Chicago Fan 03/23/2012

Join Gibbs & Jon Fromi as they break down the Chicago Blackhawks each and every week. How long will Duncan Keith be suspended? Reportedly the league has asked for an in person interview which means 5 + games. Will we... Read More Join Gibbs & Jon...

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Missing

By gibbsreport @ Da Chicago Fan 03/23/2012

Can you believe the playoffs are nearly here? In just about a month the regular season will be concluding and the playoffs will be starting. And as expected the Chicago Bulls are right where they belong among the elite of... Read More Can you...

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Hawks01

By TAGIII97 @ Da Chicago Fan 03/22/2012

     Hawks sit  right now 6th in the Conference.  With 8 games remaining, Hawks look to finish strong and move up as much as they can in the fierce Western Conference.          You could say these...

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Illinois-basketball

By TAGIII97 @ Da Chicago Fan 03/20/2012

Horrible end of the year for the Ilini program and team. They fire their Coach Bruce Webber which I totally disagree with. Also losing the last 8 of 9 games which lost their chances of March Madness. They did not even make the NIT. Now Paul and...

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Hawks01

By TAGIII97 @ Da Chicago Fan 03/18/2012

     The Hawks right now control the 6th spot in the Conference in the NHL.  Once leading NHL in points now just 86 points which could have been better but whatever.  The Hawks knew they had to step up with Johnathan...

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Chicago-bears-logo

By TAGIII97 @ Da Chicago Fan 03/07/2012

The Chicago Bears seasonwas great last year until Cutler got hurt. Hanie replaced him and didn't do to well but remember this guy almost won us the NFC Title game. Josh Mccown came and played the last two games of the seasonand looked pretty...

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Hawks01

By TAGIII97 @ Da Chicago Fan 02/24/2012

That 9 game losing streak was horrible for the Hawks. Johnathan Toews said, "It is hard to sleep at night." I would not blame him. The main cause of the horrible streak was their defence. They missed easy takeaways and not enough aggressiveness....

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Chicago cubs

By TAGIII97 @ Da Chicago Fan 02/22/2012

     The Chicago Cubs have added some pitchers this off-season to bulk up the rotation and bullpen.  They added lovable Kerry Wood, Travis Wood, and Paul Maholm.  These pitchers come from experience with past teams....

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Da bulls logo

By TAGIII97 @ Da Chicago Fan 02/07/2012

The Bulls have improved to 21-6 on the seasonwith a win over the Nets tonight. The final score was 108-87. Rose left early with back spasms. This is not the 1st time he has had problems with his back this week. He was being treated for back...

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Nfl probowl 2012

By DGibby33_15 @ Da Chicago Fan 01/29/2012

Just like my grandpaalways said, "The Pro Bowl, the most useless day in sports!" Many people think that the NFC will win because they have the 49ers, Saints, and Packers players. Why do they think that the AFC won't win? Theydon'thave Tom Brady! I...

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Bulls 2011 stars

By gibbsreport @ Da Chicago Fan 01/29/2012

The Bulls are very superb basketball team this year. One of the reasons that the are atop the east this year are injuries to other teams but also to themselves. The bulls have suffered injuries to Rip Hamilton, Joakim Noah, and currently to Taj...

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Chicago cubs

By TAGIII97 @ Da Chicago Fan 01/25/2012

     The Cubs fired Jim Hendry and got Theo Epstien.  Also fired Mike Quade and their new manager Dale Sveum.  The Cubs made not just big office changes but player changes.  Let's take a look at the Cubs ey...

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Prince fielder

By TAGIII97 @ Da Chicago Fan 01/25/2012

Prince Fielder is a big slugger in the MLB. He became a free agent after this season. Many teams looked at him. I thought the Cubs were going to get them but no. Prince Fielder signed a 9 year $214 million dollar deal with the Detroit Tigers....

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Brian s

By TAGIII97 @ Da Chicago Fan 01/24/2012

The NBA is full of bench warmers. People say those people suck but that's not true. I'm saying if you make it to the NBA you are pretty good. You have to make the team so theydon't stink. People thought that of Brian Scalabrine but since injury...

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Bulls 2011 stars

By TAGIII97 @ Da Chicago Fan 01/22/2012

The Bulls hosted the Bobcats at the UC tonight. Joakim Noah, Derrick Rose, Taj Gibson did not play. Rose missed his 4th striaght game with a toe injury. Noah has a left sprained ankle and Taj I am not sure about. That meant people like Omar Asik,...

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Missing

By TAGIII97 @ Da Chicago Fan 01/20/2012

The Chicago Bulls starters Derrick Rose, Carlos Boozer, Joakim Noah, Luol Deng, and Richard Hamailton cant do it all. Every NBA team has to have a good bench in order to be successful. The Bulls bench is not just ok but awesome. The Bulls Bench...

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Nfl-logo

By TAGIII97 @ Da Chicago Fan 01/20/2012

The NFL Championship games both in the NFC and AFC are approaching. The Winners advance to the Super Bowl in Indi. My predictions Ravens vs Patriots The Patriots are a rolling offence and the Ravens D is unstoppable. Ray Lewis, Tereel Suggs,...

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Chicago-bears-logo

By TAGIII97 @ Da Chicago Fan 01/17/2012

     The Bears finished the season on a good note beating the Vikings in Minnesota.  They finished the season 8-8.  At least they finished .500.  The Bears injuries with Jay Cutler, Matt Forte, and Johnny Knox....

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Briggs&peanut

By gibbsreport @ Da Chicago Fan 10/25/2011

Join Gibbs and Tim Hockemeyer as they break down the Chicago Bears each and every week. The Bears travel to jolly old England to take on the Tampa Bay Bucs in week 8. Can Jay Cutler keep up his impressive play for the third straight week? Will we...

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Payton

By gibbsreport @ Da Chicago Fan 10/21/2011

I am reading the Jeff Pearlman biography on Walter Payton and will be doing a video blog while I read along. Here are my thoughts before I start reading. I will be doing a video for each part of the book and then doing a final written review at...

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Ncaa #2-printable-bracket

By TAGIII97 @ Da Chicago Fan 10/21/2011

The NCAA pollis released. The Ucon Huskies are coming back trying to defend their title but there going to have to get passed a lot of other improved teams. Ucon is ranked #4. Who is ahead and who is in front thats a treat this year! #1 North...

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Terrel owens

By TAGIII97 @ Da Chicago Fan 10/20/2011

The Chicago Bears are 3-3 heading into a game in Londan vs. Tampa Bay. With struggles with Jay Cutler and Mike Martz, the bears find themselves at an okay record. The Bears have improved frompretty much passing the whole game with few carries to...

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Keithvsstars

By gibbsreport @ Da Chicago Fan 10/14/2011

Join Gibbs & Jon Fromi as they break down the Chicago Blackhawks each and every week. This week we will be reviewing the first week of the season as well as looking ahead to next week. How have the Hawks looked in the first three games? How have...

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