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Hockey equipment maker starts producing face shields for medical use
MONTREAL (AP) – Hockey equipment manufacturer Bauer has shifted from making visors for helmets to medical visors for those fighting the coronavirus pandemic. The company did not close its plants when hockey leagues put their seasons on
For Loyola’s Sister Jean, pandemic is new territory
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CHICAGO (AP) — Even to Sister Jean, the nun who became a star during Loyola Chicago’s run to the Final Four two years ago, this is new territory. The COVID-19 pandemic has brought big chunks of the
LP Grad tapped to be Illinois-Chicago head coach
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CHICAGO (AP) — Illinois-Chicago has hired former Texas and Michigan assistant Luke Yaklich as coach. The 43-year-old Yaklich is a 1994 graduate of LP high school who went on to play at Illinois State and coached high
Virtual Racing replaces NASCAR this weekend
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — NASCAR is planning another virtual race during the coronavirus shutdown. The stock car series held a successful event over the weekend, giving its fans something to watch and enjoy with sports everywhere basically
On hold: Tokyo Olympics postponed to 2021
TOKYO (AP) — The Tokyo Olympics have been postponed until 2021. The International Olympic Committee has decided that the Tokyo Games cannot go ahead as scheduled this year because of the coronavirus outbreak. The IOC says the
IOC looking at postponing Tokyo Olympics in 4 weeks of talks
LAUSANNE, Switzerland (AP) — The IOC will look at postponing the Tokyo Olympics during four weeks of talks amid mounting criticism by athletes and sports officials during the coronavirus pandemic. Consultation with Japanese public authorities and global
Rivers signs with Colts
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INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Philip Rivers officially ended his 16-year tenure with the Chargers today by signing the $25 million deal with the Indianapolis Colts he agreed to earlier this week. The 38-year-old quarterback thinks he has plenty
MLB calls off games in Mexico, Puerto Rico
NEW YORK (AP) — Major League Baseball has called off what was to be its first two regular-season games in Mexico City. Also lost to the new coronavirus was a three-game series in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
Bears give Trubisky competition after disappointing season
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LAKE FOREST, Ill. (AP) — The Chicago Bears have been busy the past few days as they try to bounce back from a disappointing season that began with Super Bowl hopes. They traded for quarterback Nick Foles
Iditarod mushes on; fans being urged to skip finish in Nome
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — Officials with the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race are encouraging fans, especially those from out-of-state, not to travel to Nome for the finish of the race. They’re citing concerns over the new coronavirus.
Boston Marathon postponed until Sept. 14 amid virus concerns
BOSTON (AP) — The Boston Marathon has been postponed until Sept. 14 because of the coronavirus pandemic. Boston Mayor Marty Walsh made the nnouncement Friday. The Boston Athletic Association’s decision comes as premier sports events worldwide are being
Mendota Little League Suspends Activities
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MENDOTA – In an update sent to volunteers, parents and players, the Mendota Little League announced that due to the ongoing health concerns in the community they have suspended all activities until April 6th. This comes the
White scores 20, commits 9 TOs, Bulls beat Cavaliers 108-103
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CHICAGO (AP) — Coby White scored 20 points to help offset a career-high nine turnovers in his first NBA start, and the Chicago Bulls beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 108-103. Wendell Carter Jr. added 17 points. Lauri Markkanen,
Allen, Blues blank Blackhawks for 9th win in 10
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CHICAGO (AP) — Jake Allen made 29 saves for his second shutout and the streaking St. Louis Blues beat the Chicago Blackhawks 2-0 for their ninth win in their last 10 games. Robert Bortuzzo and Alex Pietrangelo
Sabonis dominates, Pacers hang on to beat Bulls 108-102
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By ANDREW SELIGMAN AP Sports Writer CHICAGO (AP) — Domantas Sabonis dominated with 24 points and 12 rebounds and the Indiana Pacers hung on to beat the Chicago Bulls 108-102. The Pacers led by as much as
White Sox, Moncada agree to $70M, 5-year deal
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By JAY COHEN AP Sports Writer MESA, Ariz. (AP) — People with direct knowledge of the negotiations say the Chicago White Sox have agreed to a $70 million, five-year contract with Yoán Moncada, locking up another one
DeBrincat helps Blackhawks top Oilers to win 4th straight
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By TIM CRONIN Associated Press CHICAGO (AP) — Alex DeBrincat scored two goals, rookie Adam Boqvist had two assists, and the Chicago Blackhawks beat the Edmonton Oilers 4-3. It was the fourth straight victory for the Blackhawks
Beasley scores 24 as Timberwolves beat Bulls 115-108
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By BRIAN HALL Associated Press MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Malik Beasley scored 24 points and D’Angelo Russell added 19 for the Minnesota Timberwolves in a 115-108 win against the Chicago Bulls. Naz Reid had his second straight double-double
Bryant ruling: Cubs did nothing ‘nefarious’
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CHICAGO (AP) – Arbitrator Mark Irvings accepted Chicago Cubs president of baseball operations Theo Epstein’s rationale for delaying Kris Bryant’s debut at the start of the 2015 season. Irvings concluded there was no proof of “a nefarious
Streator High school basketball coach surprises student manager before senior night
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