Cartoon: Not Too Neighborly...
Packers loss means no Bears playoff run.
A Bears cartoon from illustrator Charley Krebs.
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Thursday, April 26, 2012
NFL Draft: Who is the Worst Bears Draft Pick Ever?
The NFL draft begins at 7 p.m. in New York. We take a look back at some of the Bears worst draft mistakes.
The NFL draft begins at 7 p.m. Thursday and the Chicago Bears have the 19th overall pick. The Bears have a checkered draft history, to say the least. For every Walter Payton, there’s a Rashaan Salaam. But, of all Bears mistakes on draft day, which is the worst? We did our best to compile a list of worthy nominees and we limited our choices to the first round: Those are our nominees. Vote in the comment section, or feel free to tell us who you think was the Bears worst draft pick.
Tuesday, June 7, 2011
New Trier Softball: Morrison's Game-Winning Hit Sends Trevians Down State
Molly Morrison's double in the eighth inning scored Chelsea Delaney to give New Trier its first Super-Sectional title since 2008.
On a day where temperatures reached into the mid-90s, the idea of being doused with water probably didn’t sound too bad to New Trier coach John Cadwell. And it was only that much sweeter when it came with a Super-Sectional championship. New Trier rallied from a 2-0 deficit in the sixth inning to force extras and Molly Morrison came up with the game-winning RBI double in the eighth to cap a thrilling 3-2 comeback victory for the Trevians against Lake Zurich in the IHSA Class 4A Glenview Super-Sectional. “A lot of it has to do with attitude and stuff and it all comes from Dave Snyder, the assistant coach,” said Morrison, a junior catcher. “He really works on how we approach things, our mental game, and I think that’s pulled us through in …
Tuesday, March 1, 2011
Daily PatchCast: Murder Trial Underway, @MayorEmanuel Identity Revealed, & Polar Plunge
A roundup of the region's major developments for Tuesday, March 1.
Here are the top stories from Patch sites in your area: UPDATE: Marni Yang Murder Trial Set to Begin SHALVA Dispels Myths, Helps Abused Women Evanston Resident Behind @MayorEmanuel Twitter Evanston Police Take a Polar Plunge
Friday, January 28, 2011
Time to Bear Down
Separating life and sports.
It has been stated that our societal love of sports comes from a shared perception that the game played is an acceptable metaphor for life. Perhaps that also explains my over use of baseball analogies in everyday conversation. When we watch our favorite sports franchise we project ourselves onto the athletes and use the opposing team to personify our daily struggles. We root for the players we feel represent us and form a bond. That bond allows us to feel the highs of their success. We know that being a fan means we are spectators—our support does not actually influence performance. But we allow ourselves to give into the fantasy, so that we can feel on some level that we have conquered our challenges and emerged champions. But it’s a …
Monday, January 24, 2011
Daily PatchCast: Bears Fans, Warming Centers, & Bowling Champs
A roundup of the region's major developments for Monday, Jan. 24.
Here are the top stories from Patch sites in your area: Bennison's Bakery Bears Down: Check out the sporty treats offered by Bennison's for Sundays' big game. Niles Bears Fans Bemoan 'Coming Within An Inch And A Half': People flock to Chaser's, but Monday morning quarterbacking starts early. Where the Cold Go: Several churches volunteer to keep needy warm. Cross-Country Skiers Hit the Trails By Candlelight: Sportsman's Country Club offers rentals, lessons and skiing by moonlight. The Newly Restored Des Plaines Theatre Hosts First Show: The renovation is still underway but the Des Plaines Theatre drew a large crowd for its revived vaudeville variety show. Deerfield Junior Bowls Perfect Game, Pins Sectional Title: Two local students head to …
Saturday, January 22, 2011
Make This Sunday A Hit On The Field And At Your Home
Here are some tips for throwing a great football party that is sure to satisfy everyone.
The Chicago Bears and Green Bay Packers will meet Sunday for what is sure to be a historic event for football fans. “The Bears and Packers have met 181 times since 1921, but this is the first time they have played in the playoffs for the right to go to the NFL Championship game since 1941, and only the second time ever,” said Roy Taylor of BearsHistory.com. If you’re opening your home (and your kitchen) up for the big game, you’ll need to make sure you’re prepared. Here are some tips to help make sure your guests have fun, regardless of the score. Be ready to start early According to Taylor, “It's always good to offer folks the opportunity to come early to start their eating and conversations in order to be settled in by game time and it's…
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