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Mike North video: Hot Blackhawks Are Back Feb 11, 2013 12:00 AM
It looks like that #1 pick of Patrick Kane was a great decision. He is playing lights out for the Hawks and the team is in position to succeed with mostly home games left in the season.
Why Bears ticket prices are out of boundsFeb 8, 2013 12:00 AM
The Chicago Bears are very consistent about one thing: raising ticket prices. They can't seem to get anything else right on a regular basis, but they do know about ticket increases. Mike North thinks Joe Flacco is a top three quarterbac, and he and can't figure out why others don't think so. What else doe Flacco have to do to make people believers?
Mike North video: Stay home and watch the Bears Feb 7, 2013 12:00 AM
Mike North thinks Bears’ tickets at Soldier's Field are a poor value. Between traffic, parking and accessibility, it rates very low compared to other stadiums. Also, let’s not forget the product on the field needs some work too.
Mike North video: Hasselbeck on Flacco Feb 6, 2013 12:00 AM
Mike North is stumped why Tim Hasselbeck from ESPN does not rate Joe Flacco as one the of the best quarterbacks in the game. He doesn't even have him in the top 10.
A classy move and great job by Jim Harbaugh Feb 5, 2013 12:00 AM
Mike North knows a thing or two about big brothers, and the class act by Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh proved he's a great coach and an even better big brother. And you won't believe which basketball legend turns 50 later this month.
Mike North video: Ravens, John Harbaugh and Joe Flacco Big Super Bowl Winners. Feb 4, 2013 12:00 AM
Seems a lot of people were surprised by the Baltimore Ravens' victory. John Harbaugh is a great coach and a gracious big brother.
Lewis a newsmaker on and off the fieldFeb 1, 2013 12:00 AM
There has never been any question about Ray Lewis' talent on the the football field, but now there are questions about whether he used an illegal substance during his recovery from an injury this season. Did he use it? Did he know is was illegal? Lewis has dismissed the allegations in a Sports Illustrated story, but new details may emerge that will raise more questions about Lewis and his off-the-field activities. Mike North shares his thoughts on the controversial sports star.
Mike North video: A-Rod and Ray Lewis - two of a kind? Jan 31, 2013 12:00 AM
A Rod is being exposed again - is he a serial cheater? ESPN has hired Ray Lewis who is also in the midst of a substance controversy. Is this a good choice in light of the questions surrounding him?
Mike North video: Super Bowl Preview with Mike North and Artie Clear Jan 30, 2013 12:00 AM
Will the latest accusation of illegal substances involving Ray Lewis affect his job prospects with ESPN? Mike and Artie Clear give their score and winner predictions for this weekend's game.
This won’t be a fun week for NFL’s Roger Goodell Jan 29, 2013 12:00 AM
With the Super Bowl being in New Orleans this year, the timing couldn't have been worse for NFL commissioner Roger Goodell. His football decisions have been a bit off the mark, and Mike North thinks New Orleans Saints fans will be pretty vocal about their disapproval. North also weighs in on whether Tiger Woods is ready to win the Masters again.
Mike North video: Do you watch the Pro Bowl? Jan 28, 2013 12:00 AM
Mike North isn't a big fan of the Pro Bowl, but sponsors and players seem to like it. Surprisingly, it has a decent amount of viewers so keep the event going.
How do you expect a champion to respond?Jan 25, 2013 12:00 AM
Serena Williams is a champion on the court, but is she off? Dwight Howard isn't a champion in either place, and Mike North wonders why any team would want a player like Howard. He also wonder if White Sox general manager Rick Hahn have have an answer at SoxFest when he's asked why he let A.J. Pierzynski leave town.
Mike North video: Kobe Bryant Is No Jordan Jan 24, 2013 12:00 AM
Los Angeles Laker talk is all about Kobe and how hard he is working. Sure, he's a great player, but Mike North thinks he has to do better than 8/24 in a game and that he will never catch Michael Jordan.
Mike North video: Bad first move by Rick Hahn Jan 23, 2013 12:00 AM
Mike North says trading catcher AJ Pierzynski to the Texas Rangers was a bad first move by new Chicago White Sox General Manager Rick Hahn A lot of other White Sox fans feel the same way.
Real sports world can be stranger than fiction Jan 22, 2013 12:00 AM
After a week of confessions, lies and hoax talk about fake girlfriends, Mike North was happy there were some real sports to talk about after the AFC and NFC championship games on Sunday. He also discusses high school basketball and rivalry games that turn out great, unlike what happened with Simeon and Morgan Park last week.
Mike North video: Manti T’eo Was In the mix Jan 21, 2013 12:00 AM
Mike North is hoping we can move on from the Lance Armstrong and Manti T'eo stories. He just wants T'eo to stop saying he had no involvement because he did on some levels, and probably hoped the story would help you win the Heisman.
Trestman could prove to be a great hire for BearsJan 18, 2013 12:00 AM
Chicago Bears head coach Marc Trestman deserves a chance, and he could prove to be a better hire than Chip Kelly with the Eagles, says Mike North. Bulls head coach Tom Thibodeau was overlooked for years for he got a shot, and he was coach of the year. It can happen again. North also has questions about Notre Dame’s Manti Te’o and what he really knew.
Mike North video: Mike North and Jay Mohr discuss the new Bears head coach Jan 17, 2013 12:00 AM
Mike North wonders why it took so long for Mike Trestman to get a head coaching job. The Bears are historically rich team. Why didn't they go for a bigger name? He really doesn't know what to expect and thinks the team has more problems than just the coaching staff.
Mike North video: Armstrong talks with Oprah Jan 16, 2013 12:00 AM
Lance Armstrong goes on with Oprah because he knew it would be a safe way to deliver his news. He would never appear with a sports interviewer because the questions would be too tough for him. Mike North hasn't even seen it yet but doesn't know why anyone should bother.
Week 2 of NFL playoffs gave us plenty to enjoy Jan 15, 2013 12:00 AM
There was plenty of excitement in the NFL playoffs last weekend, along with a few surprises. The Denver Broncos have some blame to hand out, but they can't place it on Tim Tebow. And while Mike North waits for a call from the Chicago Bears for a head coaching interview since everyone else has been contacted, he's not too concerned if there isn't a big name on the list. The Bulls are doing the best they can right now without Derek Rose, and North says fans should be satisfied.