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White Sox interested in trading Cubs for Ryan Dempster?

White Sox interested in trading Cubs for Ryan Dempster?
“Could the Cubs send Ryan Dempster 8.1 miles south to the White Sox?” That was the question posed by WSCR’s David Schuster during the Sox pregame show Saturday. “Dempster has pitched well but has nothing to show for it,” Schuster further explained minutes before the White Sox took on the Cleveland Indians at U.S. Cellular... Read more »
By Paul M. Banks,
Sunday at 1:06 pm
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Ohio State A.D. says they're not facing additional major violations

Ohio State A.D. says they're not facing additional major violations
Ohio State is on probation for NCAA violations stemming from the 2010 tattoo-and-memorabilia scandal. The pay-to-play fiasco that ended up costing Jim Tressel his job, disgraced Terrelle Pryor and led to the suspension of Boom Herron and Devier Posey. The Buckeyes’ are ineligible for a bowl this college football season. This morning, Ohio State released... Read more »
By Paul M. Banks,
Thursday at 2:51 pm
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Soldier Field, Obama hosting NATO dignitaries Sunday Night

Soldier Field, Obama hosting NATO dignitaries Sunday Night
The world is watching Chicago this weekend, but it’s not to see the 19-21 White Sox take on the 15-24 Cubs. Solider Field will host an event with worldwide interest and global implications, but it’s not the Bears vs. a rival NFC power for the chance to go to the Super Bowl. On Sunday and... Read more »
By Paul M. Banks,
May 19, 2012 at 2:50 pm
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White Sox Morel, Cubs LaHair: opposite ends of statistical spectrum

White Sox Morel, Cubs LaHair: opposite ends of statistical spectrum
Today’s White Sox vs. Cubs series began with very little pomp and circumstance. Since 2008, when both teams were in first place upon meeting, the red line rivalry has approached with less excitement and intrigue every season. This year, both teams entered with very low expectations and so far living down to them, as each... Read more »
By Paul M. Banks,
May 18, 2012 at 2:46 pm
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Illinois alums take shot at Northwestern's "Chicago's Team" slogan

Illinois alums take shot at Northwestern's "Chicago's Team" slogan
I received a mass email today from the Illinois Alumni Association. The subject heading: ILLINOIS: Chicago’s Big Ten University The message content: Illinois alumni don’t need an expensive roadside billboard to let people know we’re the best public Big Ten university in Chicago! Instead, make your case in your office space by displaying your loyalty... Read more »
By Paul M. Banks,
May 17, 2012 at 10:45 pm
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Can Tim Beckman keep Illini Defensive Dominance going?

Can Tim Beckman keep Illini Defensive Dominance going?
The Illini started to get defensive, real defensive in the 2010 Texas Bowl. In that 38-14 trouncing of Robert Griffin III and Baylor, they held RG3 and the Bears in check. The man who would win the Heisman trophy and become the #2 overall pick in the NFL Draft the very next season was out... Read more »
By Paul M. Banks,
May 15, 2012 at 10:58 am
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Should Nate Scheelhaase still be Illini QB1?

Should Nate Scheelhaase still be Illini QB1?
In the 2012 Illini spring game, they seemed to have the same exact issue that they have during the final seven games of 2011- throwing the ball forward. Perhaps part of the spring scrimmage m.o. was to hold back that part of the offense, but then again it’s a preseason exhibition why wouldn’t you let... Read more »
By Paul M. Banks,
May 15, 2012 at 7:47 am
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New Favorite in Notre Dame QB Derby: Everett Golson

New Favorite in Notre Dame QB Derby: Everett Golson
It’s a four way battle to start at quarterback in Notre Dame, perhaps the most high profile position in all of college sports. But after upon further inspection, it’s most likely a two way competition this college football season. Last year’s starter Tommy Rees had the inside track to regain the position this year, but... Read more »
By Paul M. Banks,
May 13, 2012 at 12:30 pm
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Can Northwestern's Kain Colter-to-Kyle Prater become big time connection?

Can Northwestern's Kain Colter-to-Kyle Prater become big time connection?
What a difference a year makes for Northwestern QB Kain Colter. Last season the backup QB to Dan Persa found himself making the stat sheet as a triple threat. You had to look in three areas of the box score: rushing, passing and receiving, to see the entire scope of his impact on the game... Read more »
By Paul M. Banks,
May 10, 2012 at 9:46 pm
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Feud between Joel Quenneville and Stan Bowman? Coach Q to Montreal?

Feud between Joel Quenneville and Stan Bowman? Coach Q to Montreal?
It’s quite possible Chicago Blackhawks Coach Joel Quenneville may not be back next season, even if he is under contract. Coach Q. and the Montreal Canadiens could be a perfect fit. One relationship that appears to be anything but perfect is that between Quenneville and GM Stan Bowman. It’s actually rather strained. Hockey Night in... Read more »
By Paul M. Banks,
May 8, 2012 at 8:03 am
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