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Chris Rongey: White Sox’ offense going to need Konerko May 20, 2013 12:00 AM
The White Sox are going to need Paul Konerko's offense. For better than a decade, Konerko has been the constant in the heart of the Sox' lineup.
Len Kasper: Rizzo deal just part of Cubs’ plan May 20, 2013 12:00 AM
Last week the Cubs inked first baseman Anthony Rizzo for the next seven seasons and maybe a couple beyond that as the team continues to peg and secure its long-term core. This deal came as no surprise for several reasons.
Stalberg ‘likely’ to be back in Game 3 for Blackhawks May 19, 2013 12:00 AM
After sitting the first two games of the Western Conference semifinals against Detroit, it appears speedy forward Viktor Stalberg will be back in familiar territory — on the third line alongside Andrew Shaw and Bryan Bickell — for a crucial Game 3 at Joe Louis Arena.
Team leader Noah should only improve May 19, 2013 12:00 AM
Joakim Noah did something no one thought he could this month. Not fans, opponents and certainly not his own coaching staff. He put the Bulls on his back and carried them to a victory in Game 7 at Brooklyn; outdueling Brook Lopez to the tune of 12-of-17 shooting for 24 points, 14 rebounds and 6 assists. This came after he didn’t exactly guarantee a road win in Game 7, but predicted as much while sitting at his locker following a Game 6 loss. So what did that performance mean for Noah’s future as an NBA player? Tough to tell.
Castro’s potential all ‘up to him’ May 19, 2013 12:00 AM
The Cubs sitll like the star potential of shortstop Starlin Castro. But manager Dale Sveum said on Sunday the progress isn't happening as fast as the Cubs would like.
Cubs’ Wood rues pitch that got away May 19, 2013 12:00 AM
Cubs lefty Travis Wood made one bad pitch in Sunday's 4-3 loss to the Mets at Wrigley Field. But Wood wasn't the main culprit. Cubs batters were 1-for-10 with runners in scoring position, and at times, the approaches were lacking.
Pacers knock out Knicks with 106-99 win in Game 6 May 18, 2013 12:00 AM
Lance Stephenson scored a playoff career-high 25 points and led a late 11-2 run Saturday night, leading the Indiana Pacers past the New York Knicks, 106-99 and into the Eastern Conference finals for the first time since 2004. The New York native also had 10 rebounds and the Pacers were spurred by the return of point guard George Hill two days after he was diagnosed with a concussion.
Red Wings’ play frustrates Blackhawks May 18, 2013 12:00 AM
It's not easy to frustrate Jonathan Toews, but Henrik Zetterberg and the Red Wings were able to do it Saturday. Zetterberg had 2 assists and got away with a few shots that the Blackhawks captain thought should have been penalties in Detroit's 4-1 win at the United Center in Game 2 of the Western Conference semifinals. "I'm not going to go off and complain about some calls I thought should have been called or whatever, but if that's the way they're going to play we need to play the same way," Toews said. "There's a lot of clutch and grab, a lot of interference. If they're going to let that go, that's something we need to know and maybe do it to them a little bit." The Hawks were short-handed four times; the Red Wings twice.
Smith, Red Wings get some redemption May 18, 2013 12:00 AM
Defenseman Brendan Smith in particular and the Red Wings in general got their redemption Saturday at the United Center. Smith when he took a perfect pass from Henrik Zetterberg and drilled one past Corey Crawford for what turned out to be the game-winner at 16:08 of the second period and the Wings for evening up their Western Conference semifinal with the Blackhawks .
Garza back in Cubs’ rotation Tuesday; Villanueva to bullpen May 18, 2013 12:00 AM
Matt Garza let his pitching do the talkiing. The Cubs on Saturday announced that Garza would come off the disabled list Tuesday and pitch in Pittsburgh, with Carlos Villanueva going to the bullpen. Garza came off a strong rehab start at Class AAA Iowa.
For starters, Cubs looking good May 18, 2013 12:00 AM
The Cubs already have a pretty good starting rotation, and it should get better when Matt Garza comes off the disabled list Tuesday. Scott Feldman was the main man in Saturday's 8-2 victory over the Mets. Feldman improved to 4-3 with a 2.19 ERA.
Uninspired Blackhawks fall flat vs. Wings May 18, 2013 12:00 AM
If you think it's too soon to panic, understand that if the Blackhawks come out emotionally unprepared again in Game 3 Monday night in Detroit, they will find themselves down 2-1 and suddenly facing a must win Game 4 on the road.
Baseball Time the only time that matters May 18, 2013 12:00 AM
While there is a lot of talk about possible deals by the White Sox and Cubs before the trade deadline, nothing can happen until Baseball Time kicks in, as Matt Spiegel explains in his weekly column.
Return of ‘The Rat’ has teammates smiling May 17, 2013 12:00 AM
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Garza says he’s ready to rejoin Cubs May 17, 2013 12:00 AM
Cubs pitcher Matt Garza proclaimed himself ready to come off the disabled list now after Thursday's rehab start for Class AAA Iowa. The team will meet during the weekend and make a decision.
Sveum” Mets’ Harvey the real deal May 17, 2013 12:00 AM
New York Mets pitcher Matt Harvey was all he was cracked up to be, and then some, Friday in a 3-2 win over the Cubs at Wrigley Field. Not only did Harvey pitch well, he had an RBI single in the seventh that proved to be the game winner.
Spellman's Scorecard: Not best of times for Allstate Arena May 17, 2013 12:00 AM
It hasn't been the best of weeks for Allstate Arena general manager Pat Nagle. First, he discovers the new owner of the Chicago Rush has been accused of not paying the team's bills and thus, for the second time in recent years, the team is taken over by the league — once again leaving the future of the franchise in limbo. And then it's announced Thursday that another Allstate tenant, DePaul, will soon be playing its games in a new downtown arena.
Rose’s lack of mental toughness huge disappointment May 17, 2013 12:00 AM
Mike North questions Derrick Rose’s mental toughness. He recalls some of the tough pro athletes over the years and sees Rose lacking in this quality. He wonders who approved his pregame warmups, which just made the fans question things even more. What D-Rose will we get next year?
Mohammed hopes to be back with Bulls May 16, 2013 12:00 AM
When some players hit free agency, they sit back and let their agent try to find them a new job. Nazr Mohammed plans to do it himself. Following Wednesday’s season-ending loss in Miami, Mohammed said he’ll call the Bulls himself and let them know he wants to come back.
Now not the time for Bulls to tinker with roster May 16, 2013 12:00 AM
For purposes of assessing the Bulls’ future, we’re going to assume Derrick Rose returns next season and is able to play somewhere near all-star form. All that patience from the past 12 months is going to pay off and the criticism he received for trying to be smart will be long forgotten. Beyond that, Bulls fans have every reason to feel optimistic.