Tuesday, June 18, 2013

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Chicago Breaking Sports - chicagotribune.com


Sox face key stretch after beating Astros

Posted: 17 Jun 2013 10:41 PM PDT

Next six games against Twins and Royals could be last chance to get out of rut

HOUSTON — For the first time in nearly five weeks, the White Sox return Tuesday night to American League Central play, where they thought their offensive struggles had been cured.
    


Heat focus on forcing Game 7

Posted: 17 Jun 2013 10:00 PM PDT

NBA Finals shift to Miami, but the Heat hasn't won two straight in more than a month. LeBron James says he 'looks forward to the challenge,' and San Antonio's Tim Duncan looks to enhance his legacy.

    


Paille does it again for Bruins

Posted: 17 Jun 2013 10:00 PM PDT

Unexpected hero of Game 2 at it again in Game 3

BOSTON — Daniel Paille said Monday morning he received "a couple" of congratulations around his neighborhood after his overtime goal won Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final against the Blackhawks.
    

Hawks down a man, down in series

Posted: 17 Jun 2013 10:00 PM PDT

History not on their side after 2-0 loss puts Bruins up 2-1; Hossa 'hopeful' for Game 4

BOSTON — Marian Hossa was on the ice during warm-ups, and the Blackhawks seemed primed to challenge the Bruins in Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final.
    


Photos: Cubs lose opener 5-2 to Cardinals

Posted: 17 Jun 2013 09:21 PM PDT

    

Sox find amusement after snapping losing streak

Posted: 17 Jun 2013 09:20 PM PDT

HOUSTON - After suffering four consecutive stressful losses, the Chicago White Sox found some relief late Monday night following their 4-2 win at Houston.
    

Cubs' frustration continues in loss to Cardinals

Posted: 17 Jun 2013 09:11 PM PDT

Sveum ejected in seventh inning of 5-2 defeat for arguing call at plate

ST. LOUIS — The Cubs entered Monday night's game against the Cardinals having lost 13 games when leading after five innings.
    


Sveum ejected in Cubs 5-2 loss to Cardinals

Posted: 17 Jun 2013 08:47 PM PDT

ST. LOUIS -- Travis Wood pitched well again but extended his losing streak to three games in a 5-2 loss to St. Louis.
    


Breathing, sleeping still difficult for Peavy

Posted: 17 Jun 2013 06:34 PM PDT

Injured Sox pitcher hopes to be cleared for conditioning program by end of week

HOUSTON — Jake Peavy must apply pressure around his fractured left rib to brace himself in the event of sneezing.
    


Photos: Blackhawks-Bruins Game 3

Posted: 17 Jun 2013 05:10 PM PDT

    

Ellis opts out of contract with Bucks

Posted: 17 Jun 2013 04:27 PM PDT

Milwaukee Bucks guard Monta Ellis informed the team that he plans to opt out of his contract, ESPN reported Monday.
    


Russia's loss a win for Sky

Posted: 17 Jun 2013 03:24 PM PDT

Top scorer Prince should be coming back sooner to WNBA team

Russia's loss is the Sky's gain.
    


Sveum shrugs off criticism

Posted: 17 Jun 2013 02:52 PM PDT

ST. LOUIS – Dale Sveum isn’t worried about Cubs fans’ perceptions of his managerial skills after the latest Carlos Marmol implosion in New York.
    


QB Lunt leaving Oklahoma State to join Illini

Posted: 17 Jun 2013 02:45 PM PDT

Wes Lunt is coming home.
    


Radio hosts fired for mocking former NFL player with ALS

Posted: 17 Jun 2013 02:40 PM PDT

Members of an Atlanta radio station were suspended and later fired after they made light of former New Orleans Saints safety Steve Gleason's battle with ALS, the Associated Press reported.
    

Johnny Manziel tweets 'I can't wait to leave' College Station

Posted: 17 Jun 2013 01:32 PM PDT

Maybe you don't give a freshman the Heisman Trophy on a Saturday night for the same reason you don't give a teenager the keys to a Cadillac on a Friday night.
    


Colts' Pagano wins Halas award

Posted: 17 Jun 2013 01:29 PM PDT

Indianapolis Colts coach Chuck Pagano on Monday received the George Halas Award, given annually to an NFL player, coach or staff member who overcomes the most adversity to succeed.
    


A's owner apologizes for stadium conditions

Posted: 17 Jun 2013 01:11 PM PDT

Oakland A's owner Lew Wolff apologized to the Seattle Mariners and complained to Major League Baseball about O.co Coliseum conditions Monday.
    


Sox look for pop from De Aza, sluggers vs. Astros

Posted: 17 Jun 2013 01:04 PM PDT

HOUSTON -- Alejandro De Aza is fourth among Chicago White Sox players with eight home runs.
    

DePaul adds Renard Phillips to coaching staff

Posted: 17 Jun 2013 12:52 PM PDT

DePaul basketball coach Oliver Purnell filled the gap on his staff created by the departure of Brian Ellerbe, announcing the hiring Monday of Renard Phillips.
    


Arrest warrant issued for NASCAR driver accused of stealing

Posted: 17 Jun 2013 11:47 AM PDT

NASCAR is known for its feuds, but would a driver ever stoop to stealing another competitor's cars?
    


For Heat, it's about survival, nothing more

Posted: 17 Jun 2013 11:37 AM PDT

   At this point, it is about longevity, nothing more.
    


Clippers, Celtics resume talks on Doc Rivers, Kevin Garnett deal

Posted: 17 Jun 2013 11:20 AM PDT

The Clippers and Boston Celtics resumed talks Monday on a mega-deal that would send Coach Doc Rivers and Kevin Garnett to L.A., said several NBA executives.
    


Stalberg returns to lineup for Hawks in Game 3

Posted: 17 Jun 2013 10:08 AM PDT

BOSTON -- The Chicago Blackhawks will have a new look to their lineup when they take the ice against the Boston Bruins in Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final on Monday night.
    


Video: Tribune sports writers preview Blackhawks vs. Bruins Stanley Cup Final Game 3

Posted: 17 Jun 2013 10:00 AM PDT