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Chicago Tribune Sports @chicagosports.bsky.social · 23m

"We want our young players to each take a step because as that happens, the points start to follow. The more that we can see from this group of players, the team success starts to flow."

Q&A with Blackhawks Chairman/CEO Danny Wirtz.

Are playoffs a reality? And what about Connor Bedard’s contract? Q&A with Chicago Blackhawks’ Danny Wirtz.

Chicago Blackhawks Chairman and CEO Danny Wirtz spoke with the Tribune on Tuesday regarding his expectations for 2025-26, Connor Bedard’s contract and more.

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Chicago Tribune Sports @chicagosports.bsky.social · 53m

Bears receiver DJ Moore returned to the area after spending a night at a hospital near Washington.

He received extra medical attention on his injured groin as a precaution and did not fly back with the team after the win.

“Good news is that he’s back in Chicago now and we’ll take him day by day.”

DJ Moore will be ‘day by day’ after Chicago Bears WR was hospitalized in Washington for a groin injury

Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson said DJ Moore has returned after visiting a hospital in the Washington area following Monday’s win.

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Chicago Tribune Sports @chicagosports.bsky.social · 8h

The Milwaukee Brewers turned one of the most incredible double plays in postseason history against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Monday in the NLCS.

Milwaukee Brewers turn potential grand slam by Los Angeles Dodgers slugger Max Muncy into wild double play in NLCS

The Milwaukee Brewers turned one of the most incredible double plays in postseason history against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Monday in the NLCS.

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Chicago Tribune Sports @chicagosports.bsky.social · 9h

Injuries are a big part of the NFL, and staying healthy can make or break a season.

The league has partnered with Amazon Web Services to use technology and AI to predict and prevent injuries.

How NFL is using AI as ‘a one-stop shop’ to predict injuries, aiming to keep players healthier

Injuries are a big part of the NFL, and staying healthy can make or break a season. The NFL has partnered with Amazon Web Services to use technology and AI to predict and prevent injuries.

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Chicago Tribune Sports @chicagosports.bsky.social · 10h

Defending champion UConn picked up where it left off as the No. 1 team in the country in the AP Top 25 preseason women’s basketball poll.

UConn tops women’s preseason basketball poll — and Big Ten has 6 teams in the top 25

Defending champion UConn picked up where it left off as the No. 1 team in the country in The Associated Press Top 25 preseason women’s basketball poll released Tuesday.

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Chicago Tribune Sports @chicagosports.bsky.social · 11h

While state officials oppose helping the Bears pay for a new stadium itself, the state has been open to helping businesses with funding for infrastructure improvements if they acquire new property.

Illinois legislators poised to grapple with trains, insurance and the Bears

Perhaps the most significant item on legislators’ veto session to-do list is whether to implement changes and secure funding to keep buses and trains around Chicago running on time.

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Chicago Tribune Sports @chicagosports.bsky.social · 12h

Jake Moody's Bears teammates mobbed him and carried him on their shoulders after his game-winning kick went through the uprights.

“It’s a pretty cool series of events,” he said. “(From) a couple days ago I didn’t know I was playing, to getting lifted up by my teammates, it’s an amazing feeling."

Jake Moody becomes unlikely hero for Chicago Bears with game-winning field goal: ‘Pretty cool series of events’

Jake Moody came to Chicago not knowing when his chance would arrive. It did on Monday. The Bears kicker became an unlikely hero in a last-second win over the Washington Commanders.

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Chicago Tribune Sports @chicagosports.bsky.social · 13h

There’s an extra source of pressure to this Bulls season for Ayo Dosunmu, who is once again entering a contract year.

“(Free agency) is going to happen. The main thing that I have to do is stay in the moment, one day at a time, one event at a time.”

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‘Fearless’ Ayo Dosunmu hopes to bring ‘an edge’ into another contract season with Chicago Bulls

For Ayo Dosunmu, a strong start to the season is crucial as he tries to establish himself as a difference maker for a Chicago Bulls team in flux – and maybe even a starter.

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Chicago Tribune Sports @chicagosports.bsky.social · 13h

Rep. Kam Buckner — one of the Illinois legislature’s biggest opponents of the Bears’ plan to relocate outside the city — introduced a bill that could stall or hinder the team’s efforts.

But significant questions remain about whether it will garner enough support or when it might be voted on.

Illinois lawmaker introduces bill that could hinder Chicago Bears’ move to suburb as legislative session begins

State Rep. Kam Buckner’s Buckner’s bill would require stadium project financial agreements be posted online before an agreement is finalized and that subsidies received by teams be repaid wit…

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Sean Hammond @seanhammond.bsky.social · 14h

DJ Moore will be ‘day by day’ after Chicago Bears WR was hospitalized in Washington for a groin injury

Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson said DJ Moore has returned after visiting a hospital in the Washington area following Monday’s win.

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Chicago Tribune Sports @chicagosports.bsky.social · 14h

Jake Moody finished, but D'Andre Swift flourished for the Bears.

He caught a 55-yard TD pass and gained 175 yards from scrimmage, including rushing 108 yards — his 1st time eclipsing 100 yards since the last time he faced the Commanders, when he ran for 129 yards and a TD on 18 carries.

D’Andre Swift’s 55-yard TD catch and 4th-quarter runs key to Chicago Bears ‘putting it away’ in Week 6 win

Chicago Bears running back D’Andre Swift knew the game wasn’t just in his hands, but rested on his legs. “Putting it away,” he said. “That was my mindset.”

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Chicago Tribune Sports @chicagosports.bsky.social · 14h

Leave the King, take the cannoli? Schwarbomb redux? Rebuild 3.0?

What will Chicago Cubs President Jed Hoyer do to build on the team's success in 2025? Here are 6 options.

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Column: 6 options for President Jed Hoyer as he tries to build on the Chicago Cubs’ 2025 success

After what the Chicago Cubs can deem a successful season, President Jed Hoyer has several options as he tries to build on that success in Year 6 of his reign.

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Chicago Tribune Sports @chicagosports.bsky.social · 15h

DJ Moore is back in the Chicago area after spending Monday night in a Washington-area hospital following the Bears' 25-24 win over the Commanders.

Asked why a groin injury necessitated a hospital visit, coach Ben Johnson said that was “more of a personal story.”

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DJ Moore will be ‘day by day’ after Chicago Bears WR was hospitalized in Washington for a groin injury

Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson said DJ Moore has returned after visiting a hospital in the Washington area following Monday’s win.

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Chicago Tribune Sports @chicagosports.bsky.social · 15h

If a 38-yard field goal by fill-in kicker Jake Moody on the final play has a fraction of the impact on this Bears season that a loss here on a Hail Mary did in 2024, interesting times could be ahead.

@bradbiggs.bsky.social's 10 thoughts on the Week 6 win.

Chicago Bears win their 3rd straight — and 2nd straight in walk-off fashion: Brad Biggs’ 10 thoughts on Week 6

If a 38-yard field goal by fill-in kicker Jake Moody on the final play has a fraction of the impact on this Chicago Bears season that a loss on a Hail Mary did in 2024, interesting times could be a…

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Sean Hammond @seanhammond.bsky.social · 16h

Ben Johnson says it's a groin injury for DJ Moore, who is now back in Chicago after visiting the hospital last night.

Johnson: "Good news is that he’s back in Chicago now and we’ll take him day-by-day."

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Chicago Tribune Sports @chicagosports.bsky.social · 16h

Takeaways from Big Ten basketball media days:

- NU's Joe McKeown not focused on emotions of his last season
- JuJu Watkins has been ‘strong and graceful’ in her recovery
- Illinois coach Shauna Green embraces the unknown
- UCLA will have two Bettses on the roster

4 takeaways on Big Ten basketball, including Joe McKeown’s retirement reasons and JuJu Watkins’ off-court role

Joe McKeown announced in March that he will retire after this season, his 18th at Northwestern and 40th overall as a head coach.

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Chicago Tribune Sports @chicagosports.bsky.social · 17h

No. 13 Notre Dame has lost starting center Ashton Craig for the rest of the season because of a knee injury, coach Marcus Freeman announced.

Craig suffered the injury during a 36-7 victory over N.C. State on Saturday. Notre Dame (4-2) has won four straight, and Craig has started all six games.

No. 13 Notre Dame loses center Ashton Craig to a knee injury — while talks continue to extend USC series

With Ashton Craig suffering a season-ending injury for the second year in a row, Notre Dame is likely to start Joe Otting at center vs. USC.

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Chicago Tribune Sports @chicagosports.bsky.social · 18h

Asked after Game 5 if he wishes to return to the Cubs, Kyle Tucker said, "We'll see what happens."

What we heard from Chicago Cubs after NLDS loss, including Kyle Tucker’s future and Drew Pomeranz’s journey

Asked after Game 5 of the NLDS if he wishes to return to the Chicago Cubs, Kyle Tucker said, “We’ll see what happens.”

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Chicago Tribune Sports @chicagosports.bsky.social · 18h

Sandy Alomar Sr., an All-Star infielder during his playing days in the 1960s and ’70s who went on to coach in the majors and manage in his native Puerto Rico, has died.

He was 81.

Sandy Alomar Sr., the former White Sox infielder and Cubs coach, dies at 81

Sandy Alomar Sr. managed both of his sons, All-Star catcher Sandy Alomar Jr. and Hall of Fame second baseman Roberto Alomar, in winter ball and the minors.

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Chicago Tribune Sports @chicagosports.bsky.social · 19h

As first-time Chicago Marathon runner Natalia Diaz passed through Pilsen, she stopped to greet those who had returned to support her in the race.

They briefly took pictures and reflected on the increase in federal immigration enforcement efforts in the city.

Supporters turn out for Chicago Marathon runners despite fears about immigration crackdown

Advocates said Trump’s “Operation Midway Blitz” affected how some runners trained and whether their families came out to support their efforts.

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Chicago Tribune Sports @chicagosports.bsky.social · 19h

The Bulls entered the preseason with only one looming lineup question — who should be the fifth member of the starting rotation?

As the Bulls head into the final week of the preseason, it’s a decision that Donovan is still weighing.

Isaac Okoro? Kevin Huerter? Who should be the Chicago Bulls’ fifth starter?

Coach Billy Donovan is still determining which player fits best into the Chicago Bulls starting five.

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Chicago Tribune Sports @chicagosports.bsky.social · 20h

D’Andre Swift knew the game wasn’t just in his hands, but rested on his legs.

With 3:07 to go in the game, the Bears had recovered a fumble, and the offense turned to Swift in what turned out to be the game-winning drive.

“Putting it away. That was my mindset.”

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D’Andre Swift’s 55-yard TD catch and 4th-quarter runs key to Chicago Bears ‘putting it away’ in Week 6 win

D’Andre Swift averaged a career-high 7.7 yards per carry in a tight duel between the Chicago Bears and Washington Commanders during “Monday Night Football.”

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john j. kim @jkimpictures.bsky.social · 20h

Bears 25, Commanders 24

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Bears safety Jaquan Brisker (9) celebrates with teammates after making an interception in the first quarter against the Commanders at Northwest Stadium Oct. 13, 2025, in Landover, Maryland. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)

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Chicago Tribune Sports @chicagosports.bsky.social · 20h

Jonathan Toews reached another milestone in his comeback, recording his first point in nearly 2½ years.

Asked if Patrick Kane thought Toews — nicknamed “Captain Serious” for his demeanor — has mellowed over the years, he shook his head.

“I don’t think so. I’m sure he’s pissed off about something."

Jonathan Toews reaches another milestone in his NHL comeback with his 1st point since April 2023

Jonathan Toews last got on the scoresheet April 14, 2023, in his final game with the Chicago Blackhawks before stepping away from hockey because of health issues.

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Sean Hammond @seanhammond.bsky.social · 1d

Jake Moody had a lot of time to think over the last month.

“I’ve been working with performance coaches and doing a lot of self-reflection and stuff, always just believing in myself,” Moody said.

Last night, Moody was the hero.

Jake Moody becomes unlikely hero for Chicago Bears with game-winning field goal: ‘Pretty cool series of events’

Jake Moody came to Chicago not knowing when his chance would arrive. It did on Monday. The Bears kicker became an unlikely hero in a last-second win over the Washington Commanders.

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