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New Podcast Alert, Some Thoughts on Caleb Williams, MNF Musings, and Other Bears Bullets
The Tuesday of Thanksgiving Week always feels like a Thursday. What’s up with that? Even though the NFL Draft isn’t top of mind right now, I am still curious about (1) where the Bears are picking and (2) who they could target. Hence, I am starting to put my eyes on more mock drafts. Chicago’s football team targeting an edge defender makes sense . But it is going to take some time for my mind to get a grasp on the concept of the Bears drafting in the 20s. I didn’t watch Monday N...
2026 NFL Mock Draft: Bears Add New EDGE, Three QBs Go In The Top 10
College Football’s regular season is entering rivalry week, and several prospects for the upcoming draft have only just a few opportunities remaining to make a statement on the field as to why they should go in the first round. Let’s run through another 2026 NFL Mock Draft. 2026 NFL Mock Draft 1. Tennessee Titans: LB Arvell Reese – Ohio State The Titans took their quarterback last year. This year, they address the other side of the ball with the top defensive player in the ...
Cubs trade target: Joe Ryan
Let’s pivot from looking at possible Cubs free agent signings and instead, check out some starting pitchers who will likely be available by trade. Some of these guys were the same starters that many teams, including the Cubs, tried to acquire at last summer’s deadline. Exactly zero of these pitchers were traded, reportedly because the […]
We Now Have Some Phil Maton Contract Details
We finally have some numbers on the Phil Maton deal , though not yet the full breakdown (which I do think matters): Phil Maton Cubs deal: $14.5M, 2 years and club option. Plus $250K incentives per year based on games pitched for the ultra reliable reliever. So good chance to reach $15M. — Jon Heyman (@JonHeyman) November 25, 2025 Maton had 81 k’s in 61.1 innings split between St. Louis and Texas last season — one of the best of his career. @Michael_Cerami was on the signing las...
Shots & Saves, Mason’s Media, Foligno Face-Off, an Olczyck Surprise, and Other Blackhawks Bullets
This has come up a few times in the comments and on social media, so I think it’s worth addressing here for a moment. The thought that the Blackhawks “need to shoot the puck more” is lovely on the surface, and can be an appropriate discussion point at times. After the Colorado game? Sorry, that ain’t it. Yes, the Blackhawks were overwhelmed in the second period. In case you missed it, the Avs have one regulation loss this season — and we’re into the final week of November! They’re really ...
Kansas City Royals news: Salvador Perez named captain, Royals hire an assistant pitching coach
As Zach Bove was hired away to be the pitching coach for the Chicago White Sox, the Royals had an opening. They have filled that opening with Mike McFerran. Anne Rogers covered that hiring here. McFerran, 32, spent the last two seasons with the Athletics, first as pitching performance coach in 2024 and then Minor […]
Tuesday Morning Bag Skate 11-25-25
This is your daily thread to talk about the latest hockey news. BLACKHAWKS Blackhawks Week That Was and Will Be, 11/24: Kwisatz Haderach ( SCH ) Mason West describes storybook football championship: “It still doesn’t feel real” ( Sun-Times ) RECAPS: Avalanche 1, Blackhawks 0 ( SCH ) ( Sun-Times ) ( Tribune ) ( The Athletic ) ( Fels ) Dickinson returns to lineup after latest frustrating injury ( Sun-Times ) Bedard, Nazar proving they’re ready to pilot Blackhawks’ n...
Chicago Cubs news and notes — Ballesteros, Horton, Jonathon Long
We cover the coverage like PCA covers center field. It gets old, repeating the same non-news every day, or every other day. The nature of this team’s management group means that they’re frustrating to root for. But nonetheless we persist, and try to err on the positive side, if possible. Several sources report that Evan […]
Blackhawks Fans Holiday Gift Guide: Black Jerseys, Centennial Cards, Hats, Books, Slippers, More!
It’s a big week for Blackhawks fans. Not only do the Hawks play home games on Wednesday, Friday and Sunday, but it’s also Thanksgiving! And then all of the crazy sales start everywhere and people start running around buying holiday gifts for that special someone… or their kids… or their in-laws…. So we’re going to throw out some elite gift ideas for Blackhawks fans this holiday season. Um… a BLACK Blackhawks alternate sweater ! Seems pretty easy, right? The Blackhawks are b...
James Harrison voices frustrations with Steelers after loss to Bears
After their fourth loss in six games, frustration is beginning to set in for the Pittsburgh Steelers’ faithful. The black and gold dropped Sunday’s contest to Chicago, despite several chances to claim victory. The losing effort also means Pittsburgh loses control of the AFC North, as Baltimore now holds the tiebreaker, sitting at 6-5 as […]
NFC Playoff Picture: Chicago Bears still the NFC’s three seed
With their last three wins coming against teams currently in NFC playoff spots, the Los Angeles Rams are playing outstanding football. Their six-game winning streak is the best in the Conference, and L.A. quarterback Matthew Stafford is the current favorite for NFL MVP. With a better conference record, the Philadelphia Eagles have the edge over […]
Cubs BCB After Dark: Should the Cubs sign Pete Fairbanks?
It’s another week here at BCB After Dark: the coolest club for night owls, early risers, new parents and Cubs fans abroad. We’re so glad you decided to stop by. It’s always good to see a friendly face. There’s no cover charge. We still have a few tables available. Let us know if you need […]
Benchmarking Da Bears: Week 12
When the WCG team was asked to make our record predictions following the 2025 NFL schedule release, I wanted to take a cautious approach to the season, despite feeling optimistic about the coaching staff and the new additions to the roster. I’d simply been burnt by this team hanging the “offseason champs” banner too many […]
Pre-Gamin’: Bulls at Pelicans (7:00 CT) – Projected Lineups, How to Watch, More
Hoping for a better Bulls performance than Saturday night’s escape. Game Info Chicago Bulls (9-7) at New Orleans Pelicans (2-15) – 7:00 p.m. CT on Chicago Sports Network (TV) and 670 The Score (Radio) Chicago Bulls Josh Giddey Coby White Tre Jones Matas Buzelis Nikola Vucevic New Orleans Pelicans Jeremiah Fears Trey Murphy III Saddiq Bey Zion Williamson Derik Queen Zion Williamson of the New Orleans Pelic...
Bear & Balanced: Bears Backups Step Up to Beat the Steelers
The Chicago Bears caught a break when Aaron Rodgers’ left wrist prevented him from suiting up for the Pittsburgh Steelers. But the Steelers caught a break when Chicago’s Jaylon Johnson and Kyler Gordon remained on injured reserve after practicing in full on Friday. The Steelers also benefited from the Bears’ injuries to starters Theo Benedet, […]
Lukewarm Stove: Murakami’s Fit with Cubs, NL Central Trades, Competition for Fairbanks and King, More
MLB RUMORS — Brett and I got into this a bit in our latest episode of the Bleacher Nation Cubs podcast (which is still going into the offseason!), but it bears repeating in writing: For however much we may want the Cubs to add an impact bat this offseason, and for however much adding that bat at third base makes the most sense, and for however much we ALSO believe the Cubs want to continue supporting their pipeline into the NPB and Japenese-player market, we do NOT think Munetaka Murakami is ...
Chicago Bulls Dodged ANOTHER Mistake in Last Two Minute Report
For the second time in four games, the Last Two Minute Report proved to be the Chicago Bulls’ friend. In the team’s closely contested 130-127 win over the Denver Nuggets, the officials missed a potentially pivotal defensive three-second call on Kevin Huerter in the final minute. If called correctly, the Nuggets would have shot a technical free throw and received the ball down 126-122. Fast forward to Saturday night’s win over the Washington Wizards, and the stakes were even higher. T...
Cubs News: Jonathon Long, Jostin Florentino named Minor League Player and Pitcher of the Year
The Cubs today announced that infielder Jonathon Long was the winner of the Buck O’Neil Cubs Minor League Player of the Year and that right-hander Jostin Florentino was the Vedie Himsl Cubs Minor League Pitcher of the Year. Long, 23, was a ninth-round pick out of Long Beach State in 2023. In his third season […]
Bears vs. Steelers Game Balls: The Defense Steps Up
The Chicago Bears earned another victory on Sunday, bringing their win total to eight for the first time since 2020. This time, it was a 31-28 victory at home against the Pittsburgh Steelers. It was more of the same for the Steelers, a team that has only walked away with a victory in Chicago once […]
Chicago Bulls Flexed Into Nationally-Televised Game After Winning Start
The Chicago Bulls have been rewarded with one more nationally televised game . Coming into the 2025-26 season with low expectations, the NBA’s national broadcast schedule reflected that . The Bulls were handed only three games with the league’s new set of partners. Their first is scheduled for December 1, when they take a trip to Orlando. This will be their one and only matchup on the Peacock streaming service. They were not given any game on the NBA’s main channel in the network’s highly...
BN Bears Podcast Ep. 10: Bears Beat Steelers 31-28, Montez Sweat Dominates & Playoff Odds Rise
The Bears keep rolling with a 31-28 win over the Steelers at Soldier Field , and the crew is in full holiday spirit on the Bleacher Nation Bears Podcast, presented by Obvious Shirts . Hosts Patrick Flowers, Matt Rooney, and Luis Medina kick things off by sharing their biggest takeaways from another statement victory — because, at this point, it’s time to admit it: this team is good. The guys hand out their game balls, led by Montez Sweat, who delivered another dominant performance i...
Bears 24 Hour Rule: Depth & Development On Full Display In Win Over Steelers
Well, that was a fun one! It wasn’t pretty all day on Sunday for the Bears, but again, they were opportunistic on defense, efficient on offense, and when it got close late, they never blinked. Despite being shorthanded for what seems like the entirety of the season defensively, that unit never backs down. Whenever the offense makes a mistake, they almost always seem to bounce back and not let those mistakes add up. Coaching matters a whole lot in the NFL, and the Bears have been...
The Phil Maton signing by the numbers
The stove is hot and even the normally cautious Cubs front office is getting in on the early moves, signing righthander Phil Maton (first noted by Michael Cerami) to a two-year deal, with an option for at third year, on Friday. Maton will turn 33 before the season starts and has bounced around the league […]
Week in Review: Veterans help lead shorthanded Spurs to a couple of home victories
Welcome to the Week in Review: a Monday feature that looks back at the week that was for the San Antonio Spurs, takes a look at the week ahead, and more. Enjoy! Week 4: The Spurs got a couple of solid but expected wins against the Bulls and Kings, sandwiched around consecutive home losses to the […]
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