BRADLEY, Ill. — In Bradley, Illinois, the town’s namesake adorns a century old factory that now hosts GoldStar Gym. Inside those brick walls, another name from the community’s past is plowing ahead with his passion for baseball. “Having someone like me to sit here and help [kids] out, someone that’s been there, done that, everything they’ve aspired to do, it helps a lot,” … [Read more...] about Former White Sox top draft pick Kris Honel hasn’t thrown his last pitch just yet
Rookie Noel homers twice, Guardians outlast Cubs 9-8 in matchup evoking 2016 World Series memories
CLEVELAND (AP) — All that was missing were Rajai Davis and a rain delay. Josh Naylor drove in José Ramírez with the go-ahead run in the eighth inning and the Cleveland Guardians held on for a 9-8 win over the Chicago Cubs on Monday night in a back-and-forth matchup that evoked memories of their 2016 World Series. Rookie Jhonkensy Noel hit a three-run homer and solo shot, … [Read more...] about Rookie Noel homers twice, Guardians outlast Cubs 9-8 in matchup evoking 2016 World Series memories
What are the White Sox getting in interim manager Grady Sizemore?
CHICAGO — While Friday's loss to the Cubs represents Grady Sizemore's first game as an MLB manager, he isn't unfamiliar with the woes the White Sox have had this season. The bigger question is though, what are the White Sox getting in their new interim manager? "I really only know one way to play this game," Sizemore said Friday. "I'm going to try to have the team embrace … [Read more...] about What are the White Sox getting in interim manager Grady Sizemore?
Cubs drop series opener to Reds, not happy with late ejection of relief pitcher
CINCINNATI (AP) — The Cubs suffered through a quiet offensive night Monday, then they received a pair of ejections they didn't think were warranted late in the game as frustrations boiled over. Cincinnati starter Carson Spiers allowed one hit in five scoreless innings in his return from the injured list, and the Reds homered three times in a 7-1 victory over the Cubs at … [Read more...] about Cubs drop series opener to Reds, not happy with late ejection of relief pitcher
Chicago Bears yet to unveil plans for Caleb Williams in preseason game No. 2
LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Chicago Bears head coach Matt Eberflus remained mum on plans for whether or not rookie QB Caleb Williams will play at the Buffalo Bills Saturday in preseason game No. 2, but he did say he would provide clarity as early as tomorrow. The decision appears to hinge largely on the health of the Bears offensive line. While Darnell Wright and Teven Jenkins … [Read more...] about Chicago Bears yet to unveil plans for Caleb Williams in preseason game No. 2