Oh Hello: Chicago Bears Mentioned As Possible Landing Spot for Deshaun Watson
The Bears actually being listed by an insider as a possible landing spot for Deshaun Watson should make your ears perk up.
South Bend and the South Bend Cubs Agree to Re-Up Through 2041
That’s a looooong-term deal right there.
Free Agency Finally Moving, Amaya in the Top 110, Miller’s Huge Data, and Other Cubs Bullets
Some love for Miguel Amaya, and some eye-popping data on Shelby Miller.
Philip Rivers is Retiring to Become a High School Football Head Coach
And of course there are potential Bears implications here.
Another Cubs Starter Finds a New Home: Jose Quintana Signs with the Angels
First Lester, then Chatwood, now Q.
Opening the Flood Gates? George Springer Signs a Big Deal with the Blue Jays
That’s a healthy guarantee!
Another Game, Another Five Goals Given Up By the Blackhawks – Panthers 5, Blackhawks 4 (OT)
Where have I seen this one before?
Pre-Gamin’: Blackhawks at Panthers (6:00 CT) – Lineups, Broadcast Info, Game Thread
At 0-3-0, and a -10 goal differential, things can only go up for the Blackhawks. I think.
Meet a Bears Defensive Coordinator Candidate: George Edwards
George Edwards, who interviewed for the Bears’ head-coaching vacancy in 2018, is now a candidate for defensive coordinator.
The NFL is Changing the Scouting Combine Format Due to COVID-19
Some significant changes to the NFL Scouting Combine could impact the Bears’ search for a QB.
The NHL Will Stop Using Those Fancy Pucks Imbedded with Tracking Technology
Alt. Title: Super Awesome and Fun Hockey League, Completely Run By Super Competent People, Needs New Pucks
The Chicago Bulls Vet Mob is Coming Through Big in the Second Unit
Why else do you think Donovan has made it a priority to include at least two at a time in the team’s closing lineups this season?
Lukewarm Stove: All-Free Agent Team is Loaded, Semien, Springer, Bryant, Profar, Benintendi, More
It’s very annoying to hear about the Dodgers considering Marcus Semien as a flexible infield option when the Cubs could use precisely that.
James Bettcher Interviewed for the Bears’ Vacant Defensive Coordinator Position
James Bettcher, who was a rumored potential candidate to be the Bears’ DC in 2018, is a candidate for the gig in 2021.
A Reminder: Don’t Play Dominoes with Michael Jordan Unless You Want Him to Hate You
In fact, you probably shouldn’t play anything with Michael Jordan. Just to be safe.
Awesome: Sarah Thomas Will Become the First Woman in NFL History to Officiate the Super Bowl
History will be made on Super Bowl Sunday.
MLB Will Investigate Jared Porter and the Circumstances of the Unwanted Sexually Explicit Texting
The Cubs have said they will investigate what happened, as well.
A $180M NFL Salary Cap in 2021 Would Beat Early Projections, But It Still Leaves an Awful Mess
A cut in the salary cap will leave the Bears with a lot to do in what already figures to be a busy offseason.
Of Course the Nationals Would Want Willson Contreras, But That Doesn’t Mean There’s a Trade Fit
The Nationals just want to take every outgoing Cub they can.
Another Step in the Right Direction, Zach LaVine is Special, Coby White’s Mini Slump, and Other Bulls Bullets
Believe it or not, the Bulls are off to their best start in four seasons.
NFL Hiring Practices Under Fire, What New DC Must Know, ‘What Would You Say You Do Here?’ And Other Bears Bullets
The NFL says it wants teams to be more inclusive in the hiring process, but it doesn’t seem like that’s playing out right now.
Blackhawks vs Panthers Betting Preview (January 19th, 2021)
Blackhawks vs. Panthers betting preview with odds, picks and predictions for this January 19, 2021 NHL regular season matchup.
The Jon Lester Signing Fallout: What It Says About the Cubs, How You Use Those Innings, More
There’s nothing wrong with feeling the fan heartstrings tugged, negatively, by what happened. The discussion has to get bigger from there.
More Cubs IFA Signings, Loosening Restrictions, Jeffress, Amaya, and Other Cubs Bullets
The IFA process doesn’t stop on the first day.
Mets Fire GM Jared Porter After Revelation of Unwanted Sexual Texts
Porter was a Cubs employee at the time, however, which means more investigation is needed.
Former Cubs Executive, and Current Mets GM, Jared Porter Allegedly Sent Unwanted Explicit Texts to a Female Reporter
Porter was just hired as the Mets’ new GM, and had long been seen as a rising star in front office circles.
Enhanced Box Score: Bulls 125, Rockets 120 – January 18, 2021
A win! I like wins.
Cubs Officially Lose Their Second Rotation Member of the Night: Tyler Chatwood to the Blue Jays
Chatwood could still be very good. Nice buy-low option for the Blue Jays.
The Bears Want to Interview George Edwards For Their Defensive Coordinator Opening
George Edwards, who interviewed for the Bears’ head-coaching vacancy in 2018, is a candidate to take over as defensive coordinator in 2021.
Washington Nationals Sign Jon Lester to a One-Year Deal
Jon Lester is officially not reuniting with the Cubs.
Padres Acquiring ANOTHER Starting Pitcher – Joe Musgrove from the Pirates (UPDATE)
The Padres want all your starting pitchers. Also, the Pirates are going to be so very bad.
Meet a Bears Defensive Coordinator Candidate: Jay Rodgers
Jay Rodgers has coached under John Fox, Vic Fangio, and Chuck Pagano. It could be his time to run the show in Chicago.
Jon Lester Reportedly “In Talks” with the Washington Nationals (UPDATE: It’s Happening)
Is Lester about to join Kyle Schwarber’s new team?
Lukewarm Stove: La Stella and the Cubs, Kluber and the Yankees, Castillo and Torres, Springer, More
The latest from the rumor mill, including a crummy sign on the Cubs’ second base efforts.