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Quenneville has GM's, players' backing

Kane: 'I don't think you can get on him about what's happened here lately'Publicly, Joel Quenneville's demeanor usually ranges from stoic to reserved with an occasional dose of unruffled. But an eight-game losing streak has a way of changing a coach, as Patrick Kane revealed Monday when asked if the Blackhawks coach had blown his stack lately.
Via Chicago Tribune  |  5 hours ago

Cubs expected to add Cuban outfielder Soler

A's land top prize CespedesWhen the winter began, there were three major Cubans who could become free agents, and the Cubs appear to have landed two of them, although not the top-rated one.
Via Chicago Tribune  |  6 hours ago

Bulls get positive news: Rose's back issues muscular, not structural

Forman: 'When we all feel he feels well enough to play, he'll be back out there'Derrick Rose's back issues have been giving fans' lungs a workout.
Via Chicago Tribune  |  6 hours ago

Rose's back checks out OK; status day-to-day

After visiting a back specialist Monday, Bulls star Derrick Rose remains day-to-day with lower back spasms. No structural damage was found.
Via Chicago Tribune  |  10 hours ago

Hawks unwavering in support of Quenneville

Losing eight games in a row quickly transforms a return home into a siege. And the fusillade of questions about said losing streak and the status of the coach duly pelted the Chicago Blackhawks on Monday.
Via Chicago Tribune  |  11 hours ago

Improbable run lands Notre Dame in top 25

Some teams come from nowhere to earn top 25 rankings. Notre Dame came from utter oblivion.
Via Chicago Tribune  |  14 hours ago

Bears nearing deadline for Forte decision

The Chicago Bears can lock up the services of Matt Forte for the 2012 season starting next Monday. That's when the window opens for teams to use the franchise tag, a 15-day period that extends to 3 p.m. on March 5 -- eight days before the opening of free agency.
Via Chicago Tribune  |  15 hours ago

Reports: Cespedes signs 4-year deal with A's

Cuban outfielder Yoenis Cespedes has agreed to a deal with the Oakland Athletics, according to multiple sources.
Via Chicago Tribune  |  15 hours ago

Weber: Illinois trying to 'shore up' defense

Illinois' sudden defensive woes have perplexed even coach Bruce Weber.
Via Chicago Tribune  |  16 hours ago

No backing away from blame for Rose injury

Steve Rosenbloom: Derrick Rose missed the national TV game in Boston because of back spasms that racked him when he played against the pathetic Hornets last week, a game where the Bulls didn't need him, a game that might cost the Bulls the season. And if that happens, coach Tom Thibodeau gets all the blame.
Via Chicago Tribune  |  17 hours ago

Mickelson win Pebble Beach title

Mickelson fired a flawless eight-under-par 64 to clinch his 40th victory on the PGA Tour.
Via Chicago Tribune  |  1 day ago

Rose to see specialist; 'My back is not right'

'I just know my back is not right'"It's been hurting the whole trip," Derrick Rose said on Sunday. "I just played through it. It tended to get worse after every game. But I'm trying to stay positive. I just know my back is not right."
Via Chicago Tribune  |  1 day ago

Sox's Manto has work cut out for him

New Sox hitting coach will stress mental aspect, especially to BeckhamNew hitting coach will stress mental aspect, especially to Beckham.
Via Chicago Tribune  |  1 day ago

Bulls Game Day: Rose out, will see specialists

BOSTON -- Derrick Rose will miss his second straight game with a sore back and said he planned to visit specialists on Monday when the Chicago Bulls return from their season-high, nine-game trip.
Via Chicago Tribune  |  1 day ago

Bulls' Rose to sit out vs. Celtics

BOSTON -- Chicago Bulls guard Derrick Rose said he would miss Sunday's game against the Boston Celtics because of continuing back problems.
Via Chicago Tribune  |  1 day ago

Illini Game Day: Looking to stop skid at Michigan

ANN ARBOR, Mich. -- The trend does not bode well for Illinois.
Via Chicago Tribune  |  1 day ago

Blackhawks drop 8th straight game

Listless offense has no answers for Coyotes goals from Vrbata, Gordon and ChipchuraLongest skid since the 2007-08 season; franchise record is 12.
Via Chicago Tribune  |  2 days ago

Watson gains attention subbing for Rose

Many believe Bulls' backup point guard could be starterC.J. Watson is a chief reason the Bulls are 5-1 when Derrick Rose, who missed Friday's game because of his tight lower back, hasn't played. Luol Deng said Watson would start for a lot of teams.
Via Chicago Tribune  |  2 days ago

Who were Bears' real workhorses?

Playing time stats shows special teams could be in for major upheaval againStats shows special teams could be in for major upheaval again.
Via Chicago Tribune  |  2 days ago

Bulls' Rose iffy for Celtics on Sunday

Bothersome back could sideline him against 1st quality opponent in awhileBack could sideline him against 1st quality opponent in awhile.
Via Chicago Tribune  |  2 days ago

Mounting losses troubling for Illni's Weber

Illinois needs victories to earn way into tournament and assure coach's jobWhile Internet message boards, Twitter and the Assembly Hall concourse after games tell a different story, Bruce Weber said the team's recent skid hasn't influenced the way fans have treated him.
Via Chicago Tribune  |  2 days ago

Decision on Epstein expected this week

Patterson could get yet another shot if Braun suspension upheldMLB whispers from the Tribune's Phil Rogers.
Via Chicago Tribune  |  2 days ago

Irish coach Brey coaching against type

In an impressive job, he has Irish on unlikely defensive course to NCAA tournamentHaugh: Has Irish on unlikely course to tournament.
Via Chicago Tribune  |  2 days ago

Playing time figures add up to trouble

Bears have too many players on field too much or too littleBears have too many players on field too much or too little.
Via Chicago Tribune  |  2 days ago

A year later, Duerson's family still coping

Ex-wife, children see reminders of former Bear everywherePompei: Ex-wife, children see reminders everywhere.
Via Chicago Tribune  |  2 days ago
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