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What's Next for Urlacher?
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What's Next for Urlacher?

Now that Brian Urlacher is done with his football-playing days, will he retire down to Del Boca Vista and work on his shuffleboard game? Perhaps buy an Airstream trailer and tour the country? He has plenty of options open to him. Read »

6 minutes ago
Phil Jackson on Rose, Rodman and 1995-'96 Bulls

Phil Jackson on Rose, Rodman and 1995-'96 Bulls

Nearly 800 people packed the Grand Ballroom to hear the winningest coach of all time discuss life and... Read »

29 minutes ago
Bears to Retire Ditka's Number

Bears to Retire Ditka's Number

No longer will a Bear be able to wear no. 89, as the Chicago Bears have decided to retire Mike Ditka's... Read »

4 hours ago
Bear Bites: Urlacher's Affection for Smith

Bear Bites: Urlacher's Affection for Smith

Welcome to Bear Bites, your morning rundown of Chicago Bears news. Read on for the latest on Brian Urlacher,... Read »

5 hours ago
Red Wings and Kings Shut Out Opponents, Rangers Win in OT

Red Wings and Kings Shut Out Opponents, Rangers Win in OT

Jakub Kindl scored on a power play in the second period, Daniel Cleary had an empty-net goal and Jimmy Howard made 2... Read »

May 24, 2013
'Hawks vs. Wings Game 4: Three Stars

'Hawks vs. Wings Game 4: Three Stars

The Chicago Blackhawks needed their best effort of the season to win Game 4, and instead they couldn't get anything... Read »

May 23, 2013
Hawks Lose Game 4, Red Wings Lead Series 3-1

Hawks Lose Game 4, Red Wings Lead Series 3-1

Detroit 2, Chicago 0 Read »

5 hours ago
Pirates Beat Cubs for 4th Straight Win

Pirates Beat Cubs for 4th Straight Win

Pittsburgh 4, Chicago 2 Read »

May 23, 2013
Urlacher's Right: Lewis Was Better

Urlacher's Right: Lewis Was Better

Brian Urlacher retired on Wednesday, joining another linebacking great in retiring after the 2012 season. Baltimore' Read »

May 23, 2013
'Hawks Change Up Power Play Before Game 4

'Hawks Change Up Power Play Before Game 4

Chicago Blackhawks head coach Joel Quenneville changed up the team's power play lines on Read »

May 23, 2013
More Doping Tests Planned for Sochi Olympics

More Doping Tests Planned for Sochi Olympics

Sochi's anti-doping director says 2,500 drug tests will be conducted at next year's Winter Olympics, about 350 more... Read »

May 23, 2013
Sochi Organizers Pledge Highest Level of Security

Sochi Organizers Pledge Highest Level of Security

Sochi Olympic organizers say authorities will ensure security at the "highest possible level." Read »

May 23, 2013
Jimmy Connors Discusses His Book, Fans & Tennis

Jimmy Connors Discusses His Book, Fans & Tennis

At the book signing for his new memoir, "The Outsider," tennis legend Jimmy Connors says he hasn't heard from... Watch »

May 23, 2013
Grading the Bulls: Marquis Teague

Grading the Bulls: Marquis Teague

Marquis Teague shouldn’t be gauged on his numbers – which weren’t awe-inspiring – but his progression over the cours... Read »

May 23, 2013
Urlacher's Teammates React to his Retirement

Urlacher's Teammates React to his Retirement

Brian Urlacher was always well-liked by his teammates, and their affection for him showed after he announced... Read »

May 23, 2013
Why Toews Must End His Slump .... NOW

Why Toews Must End His Slump .... NOW

The Chicago Blackhawks are looking to even their series with the Detroit Red Wings Thursday, and they are going... Read »

May 23, 2013
Phil Jackson In Chicago to Promote New Book

Phil Jackson In Chicago to Promote New Book

On Thursday, Jackson will appear at the Palmer House Hilton at 7 p.m. to talk about his new book and sign... Read »

May 23, 2013
Bear Bites: All About Urlacher

Bear Bites: All About Urlacher

Welcome to Bear Bites, your morning rundown of Chicago Bears news. The day after Brian Urlacher's retirement the new... Read »

May 23, 2013
Kevin Durant Tours Moore After $1M Pledge

Kevin Durant Tours Moore After $1M Pledge

A day after he pledged $1 million dollars to help tornado victims, Oklahoma City Thunder star Kevin Durant... Watch »

May 23, 2013
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