Margins of victory highlight Bulls’ continued issues on defense The Bulls’ 112.7 defensive rating has them 17th in the league with a tough stretch of games on the horizon. Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 27, 2022
Blackhawks’ 2023 draft outlook: Leo Carlsson emerging as fourth elite option Connor Bedard, Adam Fantilli and Matvei Michkov were already considered the can’t-go-wrong top three. But Carlsson’s breakthrough gives the Hawks insurance if they finish second-to-last in the NHL this season and lose both draft lotteries. Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 26, 2022
On this day: Boston Celtics field NBA’s first All-Black starting five On this day in 1964, the Boston Celtics fielded the first all-Black starting 5 in league history when Willie Naulls replaced Tommy Heinsohn in the lineup. USA Today Sports Media Group · Dec 26, 2022
Blackhawks’ stability, outlook have improved since last Christmas At this time last year, the Hawks were in disarray in almost every area. This year, they’re sitting last in the league standings, but at least there’s health, normalcy and a logical long-term plan. Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 25, 2022
Seahawks fans react to Chiefs loss, share holiday cheer Nevertheless, some fans are still feeling positive about the direction of this team and others are just happy about the holiday. USA Today Sports Media Group · Dec 25, 2022
Alex Stalock’s sharp goaltending, infectious energy boost Blackhawks in return Stalock saved 27 of 29 shots and led the Hawks to a win Friday in his first start since Nov. 1. But what the Hawks appreciate most about Stalock is that “even when he’s not perfect, he has a sense of humor about it,” coach Luke Richardson said. Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 24, 2022
Fire miss out on St. Louis rivalry MLS placed first-year club St. Louis City in the Western Conference, a move that short-circuited any potential rivalry with the Fire. Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 24, 2022
Blackhawks break through offensively, earn long-awaited win against Blue Jackets The Hawks raced to an early lead and translated that into a 5-2 victory Friday, snapping an eight-game overall losing streak and 11-game home losing streak just before the NHL’s Christmas break. Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 24, 2022
Pistons fall flat in third quarter again, suffer 25-point loss to Hawks The Pistons had yet to beat the Atlanta Hawks after failing to do so in back-to-back games at Little Caesars Arena in October. Tribune News Service · Dec 24, 2022
Patrick Kane considers point production ‘unacceptable,’ even as chances pile up Kane’s particularly unlucky game Wednesday against the Predators multiplied his frustration with his stats, but he started to turn the corner Friday against the Blue Jackets. Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 23, 2022
With aggressiveness long gone, Blackhawks’ penalty kill bleeding goals The Hawks have allowed a power play goal in seven straight games — for the first time since 2016 — and rank 31st in the NHL in net PK rate since Nov. 17, when the unit’s decline began. Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 22, 2022
NBA chiefs think Trae Young could issue trade demand as Atlanta Hawks problems worsen Superstar point guard Trae Young has been reported as a potential trade candidate after being frustrated with the team's progression, or lack thereof, and could demand a move away Daily Mirror · Dec 22, 2022
NBA Executives believe Trae Young might be the next star to request a trade, but it’s way too early for that Trae Young isn't going anywhere. Let's stop the madness. USA Today Sports Media Group · Dec 22, 2022
Report: Trae Young Could Be Next Star to Request Trade The Hawks star could reportedly be on the move if the team does not improve in the coming months. Sports Illustrated · Dec 22, 2022
AAP · Dec 22, 2022 JackJumpers thump hapless Hawks in NBL The Tasmania JackJumpers remain in the thick of the NBL playoff race after brushing aside the struggling Illawarra Hawks 87-60 in Hobart.
Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 22, 2022 Blackhawks’ lead proves short-lived in loss to Predators “Winning is hard,” defenseman Connor Murphy said after the Hawks’ 4-2 defeat Wednesday, their 16th in their last 17 games.
Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 22, 2022 Thanks to guard Ayo Dosunmu playing hero, Bulls have two consecutive wins It felt like rock bottom after an embarrassing showing Sunday in Minnesota, but after some good old-fashioned teammate confrontation in the locker room that night, the Bulls might be building something good out of it.
Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 22, 2022 Kevin Lankinen returns to Chicago amid strong start with Predators: ‘This is my path’ The eternally cheerful former Blackhawks goalie “went through some emotions” when he landed in Chicago on Tuesday. He boasts a .925 save percentage in his first seven starts for the Predators, however, and has embraced this second chapter of his NHL career.
USA Today Sports Media Group · Dec 21, 2022 Bulls vs. Hawks preview: How to watch, TV channel, start time Chicago looks to win games on back-to-back nights on Wednesday in Atlanta.
Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 20, 2022 Blackhawks’ Isaak Phillips brings increased confidence, grit into juicy NHL opportunity With Jarred Tinordi out “for a while” recovering from facial surgery, Phillips — one of the best defensemen in the AHL this season — will take Tinordi’s spot on the Hawks’ second pairing Wednesday. It’s a chance for the 21-year-old to prove his NHL readiness.
Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 20, 2022 Blackhawks satisfied with box-plus-one defensive structure, just not with execution The zone-based “box-plus-one” defensive system that coach Luke Richardson has installed still seems like the best option. The Hawks are just making too many mistakes while trying to follow that structure.
Tribune News Service · Dec 20, 2022 How Billy Eppler and the Mets finally landed Kodai Senga “Hi, I am Kodai Senga of the New York Mets,” said the Mets’ newest hurler, introducing himself to the Major Leagues on Monday at Citi Field. “I am very happy and excited to be in the Big Apple and to join such a great team.”
Orlando Sentinel · Dec 20, 2022 Magic complete comeback but drop game to Hawks in final seconds to end win streak ATLANTA — The Orlando Magic have benefited from something that’s been rare for them in recent years: continuity in their starting lineup.
Sports Illustrated · Dec 20, 2022 SBLive/SI Power 25: St. John Bosco Finishes 2022 Football Season Ranked No. 1 The Braves cliched the crown in California's Open Division high school football state championship.
Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 19, 2022 Blackhawks send down Arvid Soderblom, call up Isaak Phillips in flurry of moves The Hawks also activated goalie Alex Stalock from injured reserve and placed defenseman Jarred Tinordi on IR with a facial fracture Monday.