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Friday, March 24, 2023

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           
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Dylan Cease has rocketed to the top of the White Sox’s starting rotation after finishing second in AL Cy Young Award voting last season.

White Sox | Headed by Cease, White Sox's starting rotation shapes up as a strength

Dylan Cease has rocketed to the top of the White Sox's starting rotation after finishing second in AL Cy Young Award voting last season. Mike Clevinger joins the Sox this year, and he'll replace Johnny Cueto.
Blackhawks defenseman Seth Jones is tripped by the stick of Washington Capitals center Nic Dowd (26) during the third period Thursday, in Washington.

Blackhawks | Blackhawks' wounds self-inflicted 'embarrassing' 6-1 loss to Caps

John Carlson had a goal and an assist in his return from a fractured skull, and the Washington Capitals beat the Blackhawks 6-1.
Cubs first baseman Matt Mervis warms up during the second inning of a February spring training game against the Dodgers. The Cubs reduced their spring roster to 41 Thursday, sending 10 players to the minor leagues, including Matt Mervis

Cubs | Cubs trim roster, send Mervis to minors

The Cubs reduced their spring roster to 41 Thursday, sending 10 players to the minor leagues, including Matt Mervis, David Bote and Nelson Velazquez. The Cubs rolled past Arizona 11-1 in spring training action behind nice outings from pitchers Hayden Wesneski and Keegan Thompson.
Florida Atlantic guards Bryan Greenlee (4), Brandon Weatherspoon (23) and Alijah Martin (15) react after the team defeated Tennessee 62-55 in a Sweet 16 college basketball game in the East Regional of the NCAA tournament at Madison Square Garden, Thursday, March 23, 2023, in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)

Sports | Florida Atlantic makes first Elite Eight, bounces Tennessee

Florida Atlantic, playing in just its second NCAA Tournament, moved within a victory of the Final Four by using a second-half push led by Michael Forrest to beat fourth-seeded Tennessee 62-55 on Thursday night.
Hersey’s Nate Mabry competes on the pommel horse at the state boys gymnastics competition last May at Hoffman Estates High School. Because of dwindling numbers of schools with gymnastics teams, there’s a chance this year could be the last one for boys gymnastics as an IHSA sport.
Boys' Gymnastics | Boys gymnastics facing uncertain future as IHSA sport
Boys gymnastics could be making its last handstand.
Connor Murphy’s Pride-themed jersey from the 2021 season is seen in the United Center locker room.
Blackhawks | AP: Blackhawks will not wear Pride-themed jerseys before Sunday's game
A source cites security concerns involving a Russian law that expands restrictions on activities seen as promoting LGBTQ rights.
The Bears signed veteran linebacker Dylan Cole to a one-year deal, the team announced Thursday. Cole, 28, is a six-year NFL veteran who played the last two seasons with the Tennessee Titans after four years with the Houston Texans.
Bears | Bears sign free agent linebacker Dylan Cole
The Bears signed veteran linebacker Dylan Cole to a one-year deal, the team announced Thursday. Cole, 28, is a six-year NFL veteran who played the last two seasons with the Tennessee Titans after four years with the Houston Texans.
Providence coach Rick Pitino stands between players Billy Donovan, left, and Delray Brooks as they congratulate each other after their 103-82 victory over Alabama in the Southeast Regional semifinal win in 1987. Donovan recently recalled gruelling practice sessions under Pitino with no time constraints.
Bulls | Bulls coach Donovan recalls his college years, filled with three-a-day practices with Pitino
The Bulls flew West on Thursday, with DeMar DeRozan and Alex Caruso both listed as questionable for Friday's game in Portland. It was an interesting contrast to coach Billy Donovan's description of his no limits practice schedule during his college days at Providence with Rick Pitino.
Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) runs the ball against the Detroit Lions during an NFL football game in Detroit, Sunday, Jan. 1, 2023. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
Bears | What does Bears' depth chart look like following free agency?
Last week was a busy one for Bears general manager Ryan Poles. He set about fortifying his team's roster. While free agency remains ongoing, the attention is generally turning toward next month's NFL draft. So what exactly does the 2023 Bears roster still need?
Northwestern offensive lineman Peter Skoronski runs a drill at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, Sunday, March 5, 2023.
Pro Sports | Mock draft roundup: Who do experts think Bears will select at No. 9?
The most popular name: Peter Skoronski from Northwestern.
In the second half of last season, Cubs starting pitchers posted a 2.89 ERA, the third-best combined total in baseball. With Jameson Taillon joining the rotation, the unit should be a strength for the Cubs this year.
Cubs | Taillon joins deep group of Cubs starting pitchers
In the second half of last season, Cubs starting pitchers posted a 2.89 ERA, the third-best combined total in baseball. With Jameson Taillon joining the rotation, the unit should be a strength for the Cubs this year.
Coach Mark Petryniec and his Huntley Red Raiders aren’t traveling as far as some area schools over spring break, but they will head west to Rock Island and Metamora.
Columns | Softball: Several area teams ready for a road trip
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Hinsdale Central celebrates after winning the IHSA Boys state swim finals Saturday February 25, 2023 in Westmont.
IHSA Boys State Swimming and Diving finals
Livy Tran of Vernon Hills competes on the vault during the IHSA Girls Gymnastics state finals Saturday February 18, 2023 in Palatine.
IHSA Girls Gymnastics state finals
Grayslake Central’s Anthony Alan’s reacts to his victory over Wauconda’s Gavin Rockey in the Class 2A 106-pound title bout at the IHSA state boys individual wrestling meet at the State Farm Center at the University of Illinois in Champaign on Saturday, February 18, 2023.
IMAGES: IHSA boys state individual wrestling meet
Rihanna performs during the halftime show at the NFL Super Bowl 57 football game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 12, 2023, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)
Images from the musical entertainment at Super Bowl 57
Chicago Blackhawks’ Bobby Hull,left, and Jack Evans flank the Stanley Cup in their dressing room in Detroit after defeating the Detroit Red Wings to win the Cup.
Chicago Blackhawks' all-time leading goal scorer Bobby Hull has died at age 84
Glenbrook South’s Anna Rosenberger, middle, celebrates the Titans’ 36-35 victory over Loyola Academy with teammates Christina Korompilas, left, and Sidney Rogers at the conclusion of Tuesday’s game.
Girls basketball: Glenbrook South tops Loyola 36-35
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