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Tuesday, August 11, 2020

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Kirby Dach (77), Olli Maatta, Slater Koekkoek and Matthew Highmore celebrate Highmore’s goal late in last Wednesday’s Game 3 that tied the game and propelled the Blackhawks to a win over Edmonton.

Columns | Rozner: Blackhawks' depth will be tested against Vegas

On paper, Vegas has a big edge on the Blackhawks, but someone might have once said they don't play the games on paper.
Cubs general manager Jed Hoyer talks on the phone during team’s baseball practice at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Wednesday, July 8, 2020.

Cubs | Cubs GM Hoyer wonders if a baseball bubble could aid playoffs

The Cubs are ready to get back to work after having their weekend series in St. Louis canceled. GM Jed Hoyer discussed the possibility of a baseball bubble for the postseason to help ensure the World Series can be completed.
FILE - In this June 4, 2019, file photo, Minnesota Vikings chief operating officer Kevin Warren talks to reporters after being named Big Ten Conference Commissioner during a news conference in Rosemont, Ill. After the Power Five conference commissioners met Sunday, Aug. 9, 2020, to discuss mounting concern about whether a college football season can be played in a pandemic, players took to social media to urge leaders to let them play.(AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast, File)

College Sports | No Big Ten decision yet as players and coaches lobby to play football

It was confusing day for Big Ten football, with rumors and even published reports that it decided to pull the plug on football season. In the end, though, there was no decision announced.
Head coach Alex Mikolajewski oversees Barrington High School’s first day of girls swimming and diving practice Monday.

Columns | A message to fall sports student-athletes: Have fun, and be safe

As high school fall sports officially began practicing on Monday, the most important things for student-athletes to remember are to have fun and be safe.
Chicago White Sox's Tim Anderson watches his ball after hitting a double in the ninth inning in a baseball game against the Cleveland Indians, Wednesday, July 29, 2020, in Cleveland. Chicago won 4-0. (AP Photo/Tony Dejak)
White Sox | Anderson, Encarnacion close to returning from injuries
Defending American League batting champion Tim Anderson could be back in the White Sox's lineup Tuesday after recovering from a strained groin on the 10-day injured list. Edwin Encarnacion (shoulder) is also close to returning.
AP File Photo/Feb. 27, 2020 Notre Dame tight end Cole Kmet runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis. Kmet, whom the Bears picked up in the second round, has been praised for his high football IQ.
Bears | Bears rookie tight end Cole Kmet proving a 'quick study'; Jimmy Graham 'still hungry'
The Bears understand how important the tight end position is to coach Matt Nagy's offense. A wholesale change between seasons indicates that the coaching staff and front office weren't happy with TE production in 2019.
Burlington Central’s golf team, with face coverings in place, prepares for its first day of official practice Monday at Whisper Creek Golf Club in Huntley.
Columns | High school golf hopes to set example of safe return
High school golf looks like a sport that can return safely.
Phoenix Suns' Devin Booker (1) goes to the basket over Miami Heat's Andre Iguodala, left, and Tyler Herro, right, during the second half of an NBA basketball game, Saturday, Aug. 8, 2020, in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. The suns won 119-112. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis, Pool)
NBA | NBA fines Draymond Green $50,000 for Devin Booker comments
Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green's suggestion for Devin Booker's future didn't amuse the NBA
FILE - In this Feb. 26, 2020, file photo, Major League Soccer Commissioner Don Garber speaks during the Major League Soccer 25th Season kickoff event in New York. Major League Soccer said Saturday, Aug. 8, 2020, it will resume its season once the MLS is Back tournament in Florida wraps up. The league's 26 teams will each play 18 games, with the first between FC Dallas and Nashville set for Aug. 12.(AP Photo/Richard Drew, File)
Pro Sports | MLS navigates resuming the season in local markets
In light of the troubles that Major League Baseball has had in starting its season, Major League Soccer's plan to resume play in its local markets is under understandable scrutiny
Chicago Bears defensive end Akiem Hicks, seen here pressuring Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers during a 2018 game, was a big part of the Bears’ defense for the first four games last season. When Hicks went down with an elbow injury, the defense seemed to lose its luster.
Bears | Bears film study: One player fell and the defense collapsed
The Bears defense started out playing great in 2019, but a single play turned everything in the wrong direction. Mike McGraw identifies the problem in Part 2 of his Bears film study
Vancouver Canucks players celebrate a goal against the Minnesota Wild during the third period of an NHL hockey qualifying round game, Friday, Aug. 7, 2020, in Edmonton, Alberta. (Jason Franson/The Canadian Press via AP)
NHL | 'Wild' NHL playoffs move into next stage with final 16 teams
This year's NHL's Stanley Cup playoffs haven't lost any of their luster or penchant for surprises
Blackhawks | Vegas takes on Chicago to begin playoff series
The Vegas Golden Knights play the Chicago Blackhawks to begin the Western Conference first round
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       
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