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Saturday, September 23, 2023

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The Cubs are willing to try anything to get into the playoffs. Manager David Ross announced Marcus Stroman will start Saturday’s game against Colorado. He’s pitched just 3 innings in relief since returning from a rib cartilage fracture.

Cubs | Ready for anything? Stroman will start for Cubs on Saturday

The Cubs are willing to try anything to get into the playoffs. Manager David Ross announced Marcus Stroman will start Saturday's game against Colorado. He's pitched just 3 innings in relief since returning from a rib cartilage fracture.
Defenseman Connor Murphy is now the longest-tenured Blackhawk, at 373 games with the team.

Blackhawks | Toews and Kane are missed, but new Blackhawks leaders are already emerging

While Jonathan Toews and Patrick Kane are missed by plenty of Blackhawks, including veteran Connor Murphy, new players like Nick Foligno plan to build a culture that makes everyone feel like an intregal part of the organization.
No further details on former Bears defensive coordinator Alan Williams came Friday from head coach Matt Eberflus, who said only that he’s giving Williams some space right now.

Bears | Bears' Eberflus 'respecting space' of former defensive coordinator Alan Williams

Speaking publicly Friday for the first time since defensive coordinator Alan Williams submitted his resignation Wednesday, Bears head coach Matt Eberflus said only he was giving Williams some space.
The Frog X Parachute Team lands on the 18th green to help open the LIV tournament Friday at Rich Harvest Farms in Sugar Grove.

Columns | Ziehm: A party atmosphere at Rich Harvest Farm as LIV tournament returns

The second version of the LIV Tour's Chicago stop at Rich Harvest Farms in Sugar Grove got off to a rousing start Friday, complete with blaring music and a countdown that created excitement for a crowd that resembled last year's even less-than-ideal weather.
Bears quarterback Justin Fields fumbles the ball as he is taken down by Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Cam Gill during the first half last Sunday in Tampa, Fla. Fields overall played a decent game, except for a couple of head-scratchers.
Bears | Bears Film Study: Bigger picture shows Fields (the robot?) is on the right track
This edition of Bears Film Study tackles the issue of whether quarterback Justin Fields is being held back by his coaches, headed to the long list of failed Chicago QBs or something in between.
Hersey’s Nasir Mckenzie carries the ball during Friday’s game at Buffalo Grove.
Prep Football | Hersey blanks Buffalo Grove to stay perfect at 5-0
Hersey posted its third consecutive shutout Friday when Hersey bounced host Buffalo Grove 35-0 in the MSL opener for both teams. The Huskies defense has allowed just 12 points this season. They are led by Andrew Pignataro, Logan Farrell, Ethan Sather, Chuck Meister, Carson Grove, Brandon Pflomm, Georgie Naegele and Brandon Jenkins, made big plays when needed to keep the Bison out of the end zone.
Warren’s Aaron Stewart runs against Lake Zurich in a football game in Lake Zurich on Friday, September 22, 2023.
Prep Football | Warren roars back in second half to upend Lake Zurich
The Warren-Lake Zurich game lived up to its billing as the visiting Blue Devils fell behind 17-7 at halftime only to turn things around in the second half en route to an exciting 21-17 North Surburban Central victory.
Prep Football | Defense leads the way as Prospect routs Rolling Meadows
With 4 interceptions and a stout defense, Prospect thrilled a large homecoming crowd with a 51-7 decision over Rolling Meadows.
Prep Football | Despite losing top RB Ball, Palatine wins shootout over Hoffman Estates
Palatine was able to win its Mid-Suburban West opener on Friday night in Hoffman Estates, and showed some depth after losing Tulane recruit running back Dominik Ball for most of the second half.The Pirates won a 49-34 shootout on Homecoming Night for the Hawks.
Nebraska’s Anthony Grant (23) runs in a touchdown against Northern Illinois’ Jacob Finley (20) during the second half of last week’s loss. The Huskies will look to snap their offensive skid Saturday against Tulsa (1-2).
College Sports | Three things that could help NIU snap its losing skid, vs. Tulsa
For the second week in a row, the Northern Illinois University football team struggled on offense, scored only 11 points and lost despite a solid defensive effort. Now at 1-2 after beating Boston College in Chestnut Hill to start the year, the Huskies will look to snap the skid Saturday against Tulsa (1-2).
The Cubs’ Jared Young, right, celebrates with Miles Mastrobuoni after Young hit a two-run home run during the sixth inning Friday against the Colorado Rockies in Chicago.
Cubs | Ross' lineup, Taillon's fastballs provide Cubs with some relief
Seiya Suzuki and Jared Young hit 2-run homers and Jameson Taillon tossed 6 shutout innings as the Cubs cruised past the Colorado Rockies 6-0 on Friday at Wrigley Field, reversing their recent slump.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Chase Edmonds (22) runs with the ball under pressure from Bears safety Eddie Jackson (4) during the first half of the Bears loss last week. Jackson, meanwhile, has been listed as doubtful for Sunday’s game because of a foot injury.
Bears | Bears injury report: Nate Davis listed as questionable; Eddie Jackson is doubtful for Sunday
Bears starting right guard Nate Davis returned to practice in a limited capacity Friday at Halas Hall and is listed as questionable to play Sunday against the Kansas City Chiefs. Safety Eddie Jackson, meanwhile, has been listed as doubtful for Sunday's game because of a foot injury. Jackson injured his left foot last week in a loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       
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