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Tuesday, March 9, 2021

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           
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Chicago Blackhawks right wing Patrick Kane (88) breaks free from Florida Panthers center Carter Verhaeghe (23) and Anthony Duclair (91) during the third period of an NHL hockey game Sunday, Jan. 17, 2021, in Sunrise, Fla. (AP Photo/Jim Rassol)

Blackhawks | Chicago Blackhawks' Kane a star to media as well

As Chicago Blackhawks forward Patrick Kane gets ready to play his 1,000th career game Tuesday, John Dietz takes a look at an under-the-radar strength that few talk about -- the fact that during most seasons Kane would be considered the media's MVP.
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver talked to the media Feb. 15, 2020, at the United Center, ahead of the next day’s All-Star Game. Less than a month later, he shut down the league because of the pandemic. Most other sports soon followed.

Columns | Rozner: The night sports pulled the pandemic plug

It was one year ago that Adam Silver pulled the plug on sports, but we're still here and there's light at the end of the tunnel.
Bears receiver Allen Robinson picks up yardage after a reception late in the fourth quarter against Indianapolis last season at Soldier Field.

Columns | Is there any chance the Bears won't tag Allen Robinson?

Hub Arkush: It would seem the Bears will tag Allen Robinson.
Blackhawks center Kirby Dach practiced Monday.

Columns | Dach practices, Colliton expects center to return at some point

Injured Blackhawks forward Kirby Dach was on the ice Monday for an optional practice at Fifth Third Arena. He is expected to play at some time this season.
Bears head coach Matt Nagy talks to offensive lineman Bobby Massie during a 2019 game. The NFL Network reports the Bears will release Massie.
Bears | Report: Bears set to release tackle Bobby Massie
Sean Hammond: The NFL Network reports the Bears will release Bobby Massie.
Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Brent Seabrook congratulates goalie Antti Niemi after the Blackhawks beat the Philadelphia Flyers in Game 2 of the Stanley Cup finals on May 31, 2010.
Columns | Rozner: Seabrook's Blackhawks career was solid as a rock
A moment in Blackhawks time and a rock-solid Brent Seabrook
Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Jake Arrieta throws during the first inning of Sunday’s spring training game against the Arizona Diamondbacks in Scottsdale, Ariz.
Cubs | Arrieta sharp in first Cactus League start for Cubs
Back with the Cubs this season after pitching for the Phillies the last three years, Jake Arrieta made his first Cactus League start Sunday and delivered 2 scoreless innings against the Diamondbacks.
Blackhawks defenseman Connor Murphy, seen here in a 2018 game in Denver, was given a match penalty for hitting Erik Cernak in the head during the Blackhawks’ 6-3 loss to Tampa Bay on Sunday.
Blackhawks | Blackhawks' Murphy could get suspension after match penalty
Chicago Blackhawks notes on Connor Murphy, Wyatt Kalynuk and Malcolm Subban.
COURTESY OF NIU ATHLETICS Northern Illinois senior and Elgin native Paulina Castro, right, has enjoyed a stellar season for the Huskies’ women’s basketball team.
Columns | After getting through cancer treatments and multiple injuries, Elgin native and NIU guard Paulina Castro puts together the healthiest season of her career
Elgin native Paulina Castro, a senior starter for the NIU women's basketball team, has overcome cancer and various injuries and finally had a healthy year amidst all the COVID-19 precautions. She'll be back at NIU for a sixth season next year.
Boys' Basketball | Boys basketball scores for Monday, March 8, 2021
Boys basketball scores for Monday, March 8, 2021
ABC 7 Chicago’s Cheryl Scott, Alan Krashesky, Cheryl Burton and Mark Giangreco
Columns | Feder: ABC 7's fractured family retains ratings crown for now
With sports anchor Mark Giangreco on his way out because of an on-air comment about news anchor Cheryl Burton, it's anyone's guess whether the implosion at WLS-Channel 7 and firestorm on social media will affect the ABC-owned station's standing as Chicago's top-rated news source.
Boys' Basketball | Notre Dame's 3-point barrage does in Maine South
Maine South lost to Notre Dame in a boys basketball game Monday night.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       
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The Daily Herald Archive, Assignment # 1,065, Al Smith photo: Play ball was the call as 210 Prospect Heights Little Leaguers turned out for opening day ceremonies in May of 1965. The enthusiasm of the major league Cardinals unfortunately did not carry them to victory as they dropped the opening contest 1-0 to the White Sox.
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The Daily Herald Archive, Assignment # 553, Don Vickery photo: Plotting the downfall of one another are these chess club members at Arlington High School in March of 1965. Clockwise from above left are Ferdunand Korndorf, Robert Jenkins, John Simmons and Allan Swaby.
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The Weeknd performs during the halftime show of the NFL Super Bowl 55 football game between the Kansas City Chiefs and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Sunday, Feb. 7, 2021, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
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Tampa Bay Buccaneers cornerback Carlton Davis celebrates on the field after their NFL Super Bowl 55 football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Feb. 7, 2021, in Tampa, Fla. The Buccaneers defeated the Chiefs 31-9 to win the Super Bowl. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)
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The Daily Herald Archive, Assignment # 219, Don Vickery photo: Bridge players concentrate on their cards during a bridge party at Pioneer Park in Arlington Heights in February of 1965.
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