Sports Columns
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Johnson’s got the offense, but do Bears have defensive personnel guru?Mar 10, 2026 9:16 pm - The Bears had a fantastic offseason for the offense last year. They need to do the same thing on the defensive side this time, but talent evaluation needs to step up.
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O’Donnell: The most intriguing team in the NCAA men’s tournament — and it’s not IllinoisMar 10, 2026 5:41 pm - Columnist Jim O’Donnell writes about the upcominng NCAA men’s basketball tournament.
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Spending wisely: Bears, Poles usually fare better when shopping in bargain aisleMar 09, 2026 9:06 pm - The Bears began their free-agent haul Monday, reportedly coming to agreement with three new defensive additions. Since Ryan Poles became GM, the Bears have fared worse when spending more.
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High Five: Who had the area’s top prep basketball performances last week?Mar 09, 2026 5:20 pm - High Five: This edition honors the area’s top prep basketball performances from last week.
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Dietz: Hawks’ Murray, now at peace, was a treasureMar 08, 2026 5:01 pm - John Dietz: Former Blackhawks player and broadcaster Troy Murray passed away Saturday at age 63 after a long battle with cancer. He leaves behind a loving wife in Konnie, three children and a legion of former teammates, friends and fans more numerous than you can imagine.
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Lincicome: The votes are in, and this Bears trade wins ‘blockbuster’ statusMar 07, 2026 9:00 am - Columnist Bernie Lincicome writes about the Bears’ trade of wide receiver DJ Moore to Buffalo this week.
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Chicago Blackhawks 2026 trade deadline report card: Grading GM Kyle Davidson’s movesMar 06, 2026 4:16 pm - The Blackhawks were sellers once again. Blackhawks general manager Kyle Davidson added a few more early-round picks to his cupboard by acquiring first- and second-round selections from the Edmonton Oilers.
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Trade fate: Curse of Johnny Morris strikes again as Moore shuffles off to BuffaloMar 05, 2026 6:04 pm - Yet another Bears wide receiver who seemed poised to become the franchise’s all-time leader has left town. D.J. Moore was reportedly sent to Buffalo for a second-round pick Thursday.
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Schmit: Girls basketball teams ready to shock the stateMar 05, 2026 4:44 pm - Kevin Schmit: St. Edward, St. Viator and Rolling Meadows all stunned their way into the state semifinals. In doing so they earned the viewpoint of, why not us?
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Silvy: As new NFL year begins, the need for a pass rusher like Crosby remainsMar 05, 2026 6:00 am - Columnist Marc Silverman writes about the Bears.