Tag: free agency

The White Sox Should Sign Mike Moustakas

The White Sox Should Sign Mike Moustakas
The Hot Stove has been about as productive as the Blackhawks’ power play this winter, which is boring and not fun. Now that the Super Bowl is in the books, baseball is on the brain and it’s time to get some free agents putting pen to paper. Which is why the White Sox make an offer... Read more »
By Tab Bamford,
February 5, 2018 at 11:11 am
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MLB Free Agency Predictions

MLB Free Agency Predictions
With the World Series in the rear view mirror, baseball’s free agent shopping frenzy is about to begin. In advance of hundreds of millions of dollars being spent, here are our predictions for where the top 25 free agents will sign. David Price, SP – Chicago Cubs Zack Greinke, SP – St. Louis Cardinals Jason Heyward,... Read more »
By Tab Bamford,
November 10, 2015 at 11:58 am
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Chicago Blackhawks Trade Targets: Jason Spezza

Chicago Blackhawks Trade Targets: Jason Spezza
The Ottawa Senators are in the process of finalizing a divorce with one of the central figures in their franchise over the last decade. Spezza has given Ottawa a list of teams he won’t accept a trade to, which leaves the rest of the NHL to decide how his $7M cap hit fits into their... Read more »
By Tab Bamford,
June 16, 2014 at 5:00 am
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Chicago Blackhawks Free Agent Targets: Brian Boyle

Chicago Blackhawks Free Agent Targets: Brian Boyle
As the Blackhawks prepare for free agency, obviously the first order of business is getting Jonathan Toews and Patrick Kane locked-up long term. After the two faces of the franchise, the team will start looking to the future, and there may be a few tough decisions coming. How the Blackhawks move into the draft, free... Read more »
By Tab Bamford,
June 15, 2014 at 6:00 am
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2014 NFL Free Agency: Chicago Bears Additions

<strong>Lamarr Houston, DE</strong><br> <small>6-3, 302</small><br> <small>Drafted: 2nd round (44th overall) - 2010 (Texas)</small><br> <small><strong>The Deal:</strong>5 years, $35 million contract ($15M guaranteed; $21M in the first 3 yrs)</small><br><br> Houston ranked 11th among all 4-3 defensive ends, according to ProFootballFocus.com (Julius Peppers was 36th). Registered 56 solo tackles; Peppers led Chicago defensive linemen with 31 last season. PFF graded Houston a <strong>+14.9</strong> against the run in 2013. Played with Henry Melton at Texas.
We’re two days into NFL free agency, and the Bears have already suffered a few significant losses from their 2013 roster. Julius Peppers, Devin Hester and Peanut Tillman are free agents, and the Tampa Bay Bucs have signed quarterback Josh McCown (and named him their starter). But a few new faces have been added to... Read more »
By Tab Bamford,
March 12, 2014 at 9:22 pm
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Chicago Blackhawks: How Much is Corey Crawford Worth?

Chicago Blackhawks: How Much is Corey Crawford Worth?
With news on Wednesday that Boston had given Tuukka Rask an eight-year, $56M contract, the bar has once again been raised for contracts given to goaltenders in the NHL. In 12 months, Corey Crawford – who just defeated Rask in the Stanley Cup Final – will need a new contract. The money given to Rask... Read more »
By Tab Bamford,
July 11, 2013 at 1:02 am
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NHL Free Agency: A Look Around The Blackhawks New Division

NHL Free Agency: A Look Around The Blackhawks New Division
Here’s a breakdown of the player movement in the Blackhawks’ new division for the 2013-14 season so far in free agency: Staying In Out Michal Handzus Nikolai Khabibulin David Bolland Michal Rozsival Viktor Stalberg Nick Leddy Michael Frolik Ray Emery Rostislav Olesz   Staying In Out Patrick Bordeleau Cory Sarich David Jones Alex Tanguay Shane... Read more »
By Tab Bamford,
July 5, 2013 at 9:57 pm
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NFL Free Agency: Chicago Bears Score Big On Day One

NFL Free Agency: Chicago Bears Score Big On Day One
On the first day of NFL free agency, the Chicago Bears made a couple moves to make their offense better. The first move of the day developed through the mid-afternoon and was consummated early in the evening as the Bears signed the big tight end they lacked last season: Martellus Bennett. ESPN is reporting that... Read more »
By Tab Bamford,
March 13, 2013 at 12:17 am
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Chicago Bears: Is Jermon Bushrod The Answer At Tackle?

Chicago Bears: Is Jermon Bushrod The Answer At Tackle?
According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the New Orleans Saints do not plan to use their franchise tag on starting left tackle Jermon Bushrod. He will be an unrestricted free agent. Bushrod, 28, was a fourth round draft choice by the Saints in 2007 and has started all 16 games for New Orleans in each of... Read more »
By Tab Bamford,
February 22, 2013 at 12:29 pm
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2013 NFL Quarterback Market: Trades, Free Agency Impacted By Weak Draft Class

2013 NFL Quarterback Market: Trades, Free Agency Impacted By Weak Draft Class
As the NFL season winds to a close, there are two pathetic realities playing out in front of millions of fans on a weekly basis. 1) Roughly one-third of the NFL is lacking a legitimate starting quarterback. 2) Roughly one-half of the NFL is in desperate need of a new offensive line. While the second... Read more »
By Tab Bamford,
December 12, 2012 at 1:25 pm
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