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Tuesday, December 10, 2019

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Blackhawks goaltender Corey Crawford protects the net during against the New Jersey Devils on Friday, Dec. 6, 2019, in Newark, N.J. On a team looking for consistent performances, Crawford and fellow goaltender Robin Lehner have managed to repeatedly befuddle opponents.

Blackhawks | At .500, Blackhawks in search of consistency

The wildly inconsistent Chicago Blackhawks are about to embark on a critical three-game road trip. John Dietz takes a look at what has looked good of late, as well as why some young players have a big chance to take step up over the next few weeks.
When it’s time for the faceoff, hockey coaches just want to make sure they’ve done all they can to get the most from their players. Work hard, prepare hard, play hard and have fun.

Columns | Rozner: Ask not what your hockey coach can do for you

When a hockey coach wants the best from you, sometimes the methods might be unconventional and tough. That's not always a bad thing.
Bears inside linebacker Roquan Smith (58) before an NFL football game against the New York Giants in Chicago, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2019.

Bears | Roquan Smith injured, out for rest of season

Roquan Smith's second season is over with three weeks remaining after he tore a pectoral muscle Thursday night in the victory over the Dallas Cowboys, Matt Nagy confirmed Monday.
Chicago Bulls' Kris Dunn reacts after being called for a foul during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Toronto Raptors Monday, Dec. 9, 2019, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)

Bulls | Chicago Bulls get close, but can't finish off Raptors

The Chicago Bulls suffered a second narrow loss in as many nights, losing to Toronto 93-92 on Monday at the United Center as Zach LaVine's runner was off the mark just before the final buzzer.
Then-Padres manager Andy Green looks on before a baseball game against the Boston Red Sox on Aug. 23 in San Diego. The Cubs hired Green as bench coach Monday, Dec. 9, 2019.
Cubs | Former Padres manager Andy Green named Cubs' bench coach
The Chicago Cubs announced their coaching staff on Monday. Former Padres manager Andy Green joins David Ross' staff as bench coach.
Blackhawks center Andrew Shaw, looks on before a face off against the Colorado Avalanche on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2019, in Denver. Shaw, who is on the concussion protocol, has been placed on long-term injured reserve and can’t return to the ice until Dec. 27.
Blackhawks | Injury-plagued Blackhawks shuffle roster ahead of road trip
The Chicago Blackhawks made several roster moves Monday as they prepared for a three-game road trip to Vegas, Arizona and St. Louis.
Chicago Bulls’ Coby White fouls Toronto Raptors’ Malcolm Miller during the first half of an NBA basketball game Monday, Dec. 9, 2019, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)
Bulls | White's role changes, leads to career high in assists
Chicago Bulls rookie Coby White set a career-high with 8 assists Sunday against Miami. That doesn't necessarily mean White is ready to become a point guard, but he is handling the ball more.
Naperville Central’s Jadon Thompson, left, draws contact from Buffalo Grove’s Matt Brunelli during Tuesday’s game in Naperville.
Prep Sports | Images: Great competition in our best high school sports images of the week
See the best high school sports images from the staff of the Daily Herald this past week. Photographers covered wrestling and basketball.
Philadelphia Eagles' Jay Ajayi (28) is tackled by New York Giants' Dalvin Tomlinson (94), Janoris Jenkins (20), Corey Ballentine (25) and Michael Thomas (31) during the first half of an NFL football game against the New York Giants, Monday, Dec. 9, 2019, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
NFL | Eagles rally past Manning, Giants 23-17 in OT
Carson Wentz rallied the Eagles from a 14-point deficit, tossing a 2-yard touchdown pass to Zach Ertz in overtime to lead Philadelphia to a 23-17 win over the New York Giants
Detroit Pistons guard Derrick Rose (25) celebrates the game winning score with forward Blake Griffin (23) in the second half of an NBA basketball game in New Orleans, Monday, Dec. 9, 2019. (AP Photo/Brett Duke)
NBA | Rose caps big 4th with winning jumper, Pistons edge Pelicans
Derrick Rose hit a 14-foot jumper in the lane with 0.3 seconds left and scored 17 of his 21 points in the fourth quarter to lift the Detroit Pistons over the New Orleans Pelicans 105-103
New York Giants' Eli Manning, left, and Philadelphia Eagles' Carson Wentz meet after overtime of an NFL football game, Monday, Dec. 9, 2019, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
NFL | Eli Manning struggles in Giants' 23-17 loss to Eagles
Eli Manning struggled again for the New York Giants in his first start since Week 2
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       
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Naperville Central’s Jadon Thompson, left, draws contact from Buffalo Grove’s Matt Brunelli during Tuesday’s game in Naperville.
Great competition in our best high school sports images of the week
Chicago Bears’ Allen Robinson (12) celebrates a touchdown reception during the first half of an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys, Thursday, Dec. 5, 2019, in Chicago.
Chicago Bears over the Dallas Cowboys, 31-24
Geneva’s Joshua Preston draws the charge as Schaumburg’s A.J. Prowell goes airborne trying to score during boys basketball action at the Crystal Lake Central Thanksgiving tournament Wednesday.
Take flight in our best high school sports images of the week
Warren quarterback Trinate Jacobs gets sacked by Lincoln-Way East’s Sean McLaughlin during the second quarter of IHSA Class 8A state football championship game at Northern Illinois University in DeKalb Saturday.
Warren vs. Lincoln-Way East, Class 8A state football title game
Prairie Ridge captains, from left, Andrew Fryer, Blake Brown, Kyle Koelblinger and Connor Lydon hold their team’s trophy following the Wolves’ 43-21 loss to East St. Louis during the IHSA Class 6A state football title game at Northern Illinois University in DeKalb Saturday.
Prairie Ridge vs. East St. Louis, Class 6A state football title game
Neuqua Valley’s Jane Riehs competes in the 1-meter diving at the girls state swimming championships at New Trier High School in Winnetka Saturday.
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