Mike McGraw
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Dark and gloomy: Cubs optimism fades, just like weatherMar 26, 2026 6:52 pm - Cubs starting pitcher Matthew Boyd was hit hard in the fourth inning Thursday, when visiting Washington scored 6 runs on the way to a 10-4 victory over the Cubs on Opening Day at Wrigley Field.
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Report: Cubs agree to six-year extension with HoernerMar 26, 2026 6:06 pm - Shortly after the Cubs season-opening loss ended, news broke of second baseman Nico Hoerner agreeing to a six-year contract extension, according to ESPN.
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Pretty good or title contenders? Cubs have plenty to proveMar 25, 2026 8:37 pm - The Cubs open the season Thursday at Wrigley Field against Washington. The goal is a longer postseason run, which is difficult to judge in March.
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Will White Sox surprise or return to losing habits? Anything is possibleMar 24, 2026 5:21 pm - Enjoy the anticipation, White Sox fans, heading into Thursday’s season opener at Milwaukee. This is an “Anything Can Happen” type of season on the South Side.
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Spring breaks: A few early concerns for Cubs, SoxMar 23, 2026 8:29 pm - As Opening Day approaches, here’s a look at some spring concerns for the Cubs and White Sox. What to make of Jameson Taillon’s rough spring, and how do the Sox sort out their prospects?
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Suzuki won’t be ready for Opening Day, Cubs confirmMar 21, 2026 8:54 pm - After suffering a right knee sprain in the World Baseball Classic, Cubs outfielder Seiya Suzuki won’t be back in time for Opening Day and could start the season on the injured list.
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Film doesn’t lie: Did Bears connect or whiff with new additions?Mar 21, 2026 6:21 pm - With NFL free agency essentially complete, Bears Film study took a detailed look at the new additions to Halas Hall and evaluated the results.
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Illini’s other freshman star dominates in lopsided win over PennMar 19, 2026 10:21 pm - Freshman forward David Mirkovic erupted for 29 points and 17 rebounds as No. 3 seed Illinois rolled past Penn in the first-round NCAA Tournament game Thursday.
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Don’t sweat the tank: Luck will help, but Bulls need a better planMar 18, 2026 9:56 pm - The Bulls didn’t lose any ground in the pursuit of lottery chances Wednesday, as they lost by 30 to the Toronto Raptors at the United Center.
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Bears bring back Lake Zurich native SanbornMar 18, 2026 3:40 pm - Lake Zurich High School grad Jack Sanborn is back with the Bears. The linebacker agreed to a one-year deal after spending last season in Dallas.