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Wednesday, March 29, 2023

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           
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Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Marcus Stroman throws against the Texas Rangers during the first inning of a spring training baseball game Friday, March 24, 2023, in Mesa, Ariz.

Cubs | MLB preview: Cubs to lean on starting pitching, defense as they try to turn it around

After two straight losing seasons, the Cubs added proven talent and are optimistic heading into Thursday's opener at Wrigley Field.
Chicago White Sox Andrew Benintendi waits to hit in the dugout during the first inning of a spring training baseball game against the Milwaukee Brewers, Tuesday, March 21, 2023, in Phoenix.

White Sox | MLB preview: White Sox head into new season focused on high energy, good health

The Sox have a new manager, a new left fielder plenty of motivation heading into Thursday's opener at Houston.
Miami head coach Jim Larrañaga talks to his team in the second half of an Elite 8 college basketball game against Texas in the Midwest Regional of the NCAA Tournament Sunday, March 26, 2023, in Kansas City, Mo.

Columns | O'Donnell: "Flea market" Final Four is a result of fast reactions to new NCAA rules

The team most representative of the new wave: Jim Larrañaga and his Miami Hurricanes.
Former Alabama quarterback Bryce Young works in position drills at Alabama’s NFL pro day, Thursday, March 23, 2023, in Tuscaloosa, Ala.

Bears | Mock draft: Hammond predicts Young goes first, Bears take Skoronski

The NFL draft is less than a month away.
New York Rangers’ Artemi Panarin, right, celebrates with teammate Patrick Kane after scoring a goal during the second period of an NHL hockey game against the Pittsburgh Penguins, Saturday, March 18, 2023, in New York.
Blackhawks | Toews: Rangers blue 'kind of looks good' on former Blackhawks teammate Kane
But the captain couldn't believe the trade was really happening: "You just can't see a guy like him in another jersey."
Chicago Bulls center Andre Drummond (3) in the second half of an NBA basketball game Wednesday, March 8, 2023, in Denver.
Bulls | Drummond posts about mental health, sits out vs. Lakers
The Bulls are hoping he'll join the team for a trip to Charlotte on Thursday.
Chicago White Sox outfielder Andrew Benintendi is tagged out at the plate by Chicago Cubs catcher Tucker Barnhart while trying to score on a base hit by Yasmani Grandal during the first inning of a spring training baseball game, Friday, March 10, 2023, in Mesa, Ariz.
Cubs | Gregor's MLB predictions: Sox in 2nd, Cubs in 3rd, Braves at the top
Scot picks division leaders, playoff series, and award winners.
Chicago Bears wide receiver Darnell Mooney listens to reporters at a news conference at the NFL football team's practice facility, Thursday, July 28, 2022, in Lake Forest, Ill. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
Bears | NFL OKs rule changes, including one that Bears WR Mooney seems to be excited about
The NFL approved more than a dozen new rules, bylaws and resolutions on Tuesday at the NFL Owners Meetings in Phoenix. Here are a few noteworthy changes coming in 2023: • Players may now wear the No. 0. (Offensive and defensive linemen are not allowed to wear it.)
Chicago Bulls guard Alex Caruso warms up before an NBA basketball game against the Los Angeles Lakers Sunday, March 26, 2023, in Los Angeles.
Bulls | Caruso's health will be key to Bulls' playoff push
The Bulls were victims of a 3-point barrage during a 124-112 loss to the Los Angeles Clippers larte Monday night. Alex Caruso missed the game with a sore left foot. His presence could be vital to the Bulls being able to push beyond the play-in tournament.
Jonathan Toews is introduced during 2022's Blackhawks opening night at United Center.
Blackhawks | Blackhawks captain Jonathan Toews admits career may be winding down
With his career possibly winding down, Chicago Blackhawks captain Jonathan Toews is trying like mad to play in at least one of the team's final games.
Hailey Erickson is one of the key returners for a Prospect team that finished third at last year’s Class 3A state meet.
Prep Sports | Scouting Cook and Lake girls track and field
Here's a look at what to expect this spring for girls track and field teams in Cook and Lake County.
Zawadi Brown competed in four events at state last year, helping Neuqua Valley take sixth as a team.
Prep Sports | Scouting DuPage and Fox girls track and field
Here's a look at what to expect this spring for girls track and field teams in DuPage County and Fox.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       
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Hinsdale Central celebrates after winning the IHSA Boys state swim finals Saturday February 25, 2023 in Westmont.
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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)
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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.
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