CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Brian Gutiérrez had two goals and an assist and Chicago defeated Charlotte 4-1 on Saturday night for the Fire's third straight MLS game without a loss. Slumping Charlotte has lost five in a row in MLS play. In the 42nd minute, Jonathan Bamba opened the scoring with a right-footed shot from the left half-space outside the box to the lower left … [Read more...] about Brian Gutiérrez scores twice and Chicago blasts Charlotte 4-1 in MLS
Swanson and Crow-Armstrong help the Cubs beat the White Sox for a franchise-record 7th straight time
CHICAGO (AP) — Dansby Swanson homered and Pete Crow-Armstrong drove in two more runs to help the Chicago Cubs beat the Chicago White Sox 7-3 on Saturday. Miguel Amaya also had two RBIs as the NL Central-leading Cubs improved to 4-1 on a six-game homestand. Matthew Boyd (4-2) struck out eight while pitching six innings of three-run ball. The Cubs set a franchise record … [Read more...] about Swanson and Crow-Armstrong help the Cubs beat the White Sox for a franchise-record 7th straight time
Bears tell Mayor Johnson they intend to build in Arlington Heights
CHICAGO — It seems the Chicago Bears have their hearts set on taking the franchise to the northwest suburbs. In the latest development in the ongoing stadium search, a spokesperson for Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson's office said Friday that discussions with the team's executive leadership revealed that the Bears intend to prioritize the development of a site located in … [Read more...] about Bears tell Mayor Johnson they intend to build in Arlington Heights
White Sox to unveil a graphic installation honoring Pope Leo XIV
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago White Sox plan to unveil a graphic installation on Monday that honors Pope Leo XIV. Robert Prevost became the first pope from the U.S. in the history of the Catholic Church when he was elected on May 8. The Chicago-born missionary, who took the name Leo XIV, is a White Sox fan, according to his brother, John. The graphic installation at Rate … [Read more...] about White Sox to unveil a graphic installation honoring Pope Leo XIV
Charlotte FC takes losing streak into match against the Chicago Fire
Chicago Fire (4-4-4, 10th in the Eastern Conference) vs. Charlotte FC (6-6-1, sixth in the Eastern Conference) Charlotte, North Carolina; Saturday, 6:30 p.m. CDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Charlotte FC -108, Chicago +240, Draw +276; over/under is 2.5 goals BOTTOM LINE: Charlotte FC looks to break a four-game losing streak when it plays the Chicago Fire. Charlotte is … [Read more...] about Charlotte FC takes losing streak into match against the Chicago Fire