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GREEN BAY, Wis. — Green Bay Packers coach Matt LaFleur was more interested in talking about his team’s future than his own a day after the biggest playoff collapse in the franchise’s storied history. How long the two are connected remains uncertain. LaFleur said Sunday that he spoke briefly with team president and CEO Ed Policy on the flight back to Green Bay after the Packers’ … [Read more...] about Matt LaFleur expects to meet with Green Bay Packers president Ed Policy soon regarding his future

2:19pm: Cotillo reports that Boston’s offer to Bregman was for five years and $165MM with significant deferrals. 2:09pm: Alex Bregman is headed to Chicago after landing with the Cubs on a five-year, $175MM contract that was first reported last night. That’s a crushing blow for the Red Sox, who were long reported to be prioritizing a reunion with Bregman after he opted out of … [Read more...] about Details Of Red Sox’ Pursuit Of Alex Bregman

The big free-agent signing of Alex Bregman should not prompt the Chicago Cubs to trade Nico Hoerner, regardless of his contract status. … [Read more...] about Signing Alex Bregman isn’t a reason for the Cubs to trade Nico Hoerner

As the first week of candidate filing wound down Friday afternoon, the May primary ballot was shaping up with a mix familiar faces and newcomers. Lake County U.S. Rep. Frank Mrvan, D-Highland, filed to run for re-election. Republican Jennifer-Ruth Green has indicated her desire to challenge Mrvan again — she lost in 2022 — but so far she hasn’t filed. On the Democratic side, … [Read more...] about Lake, Porter candidates throw hats in the ring

After years of refusing to defer money in contracts, Tom Ricketts and the Chicago Cubs changed their tune in their pursuit of All-Star infielder Alex Bregman. … [Read more...] about Tom Ricketts finally changed his stance on deferrals in the Alex Bregman deal