http://www.csnchicago.com/rsshttp://www.csnchicago.com/node/383831http://www.csnchicago.com/video/ventura-white-sox-wont-get-ahead-themselvesSat, 30 Apr 2016 23:23:30 -0500 nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383826http://www.csnchicago.com/video/fire-settle-1-1-draw-against-dc-unitedSat, 30 Apr 2016 22:42:45 -0500 nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383821http://www.csnchicago.com/content/ryan-nascar-lug-nut-debate-honor-can-be-realized-making-things-tightSat, 30 Apr 2016 22:30:41 -0500Rule change necessary because safety standards can't be be determined by teams preoccupied with pushing the competitive envelope.]]> nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383816http://www.csnchicago.com/chicago-white-sox/jose-abreu-helps-white-sox-rally-tie-record-april-winsSat, 30 Apr 2016 21:57:19 -0500The White Sox used more late-inning magic to tie a franchise record with 17 April wins in an 8-7 win over the Orioles on Saturday.]]> Dan Hayes http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383811http://www.csnchicago.com/video/pace-fox-happy-2016-nfl-draft-haulSat, 30 Apr 2016 21:07:01 -0500 nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383786http://www.csnchicago.com/chicago-white-sox/today-csn-sale-white-sox-close-series-osSat, 30 Apr 2016 20:39:02 -0500The White Sox take on the Baltimore Orioles this afternoon, and you can catch all the action on Comcast SportsNet. Coverage begins with White Sox]]> #WhiteSoxTalk http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383806http://www.csnchicago.com/video/csn-volunteers-woodson-elementarySat, 30 Apr 2016 20:36:35 -0500 nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383796http://www.csnchicago.com/video/bears-welcome-their-new-teammates-twitterSat, 30 Apr 2016 20:36:35 -0500 nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383781http://www.csnchicago.com/chicago-bears/nick-kwiatkoski-chicago-bears-nfl-draft-profileSat, 30 Apr 2016 20:29:15 -0500 As part of our coverage leading up to the 2016 NFL Draft we will provide profiles of more than 150 prospects [http://www.csnchicago.com/nfl-draft], including a scouting report]]> CSN Staff http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383801http://www.csnchicago.com/video/moon-mullin-breaks-down-bears-signing-brian-hoyerSat, 30 Apr 2016 20:21:28 -0500 nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383766http://www.csnchicago.com/chicago-bears/evaluations-will-come-bears-got-players-traits-intangibles-they-wantedSat, 30 Apr 2016 20:07:27 -0500Time will tell if the Bears' 2016 Draft class pans out. For now, Ryan Pace will live with getting the players and intangibles he coveted.]]> John Mullin http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383771http://www.csnchicago.com/video/lampson-1-1-draw-vs-dc-united-disappointingSat, 30 Apr 2016 19:50:08 -0500 nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383751http://www.csnchicago.com/chicago-fire/after-another-draw-fire-head-difficult-road-tripSat, 30 Apr 2016 19:36:31 -0500The Fire had five of the first seven matches of the season at home and won just one of those games. Now a three-game road trip beckons.]]> Dan Santaromita http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383746http://www.csnchicago.com/chicago-white-sox/promotion-affords-white-sox-tommy-kahnle-refresher-courseSat, 30 Apr 2016 19:35:53 -0500BALTIMORE -- It may only be a brief stopover, but Tommy Kahnle hopes to get the most out of his current tour with the White]]> Dan Hayes http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383756http://www.csnchicago.com/content/youve-got-see-logano-sadler-wreck-how-sadler-held-win-degaSat, 30 Apr 2016 19:35:09 -0500You have to check out the video of the Joey Logano - Elliott Sadler Xfinity Series wreck at Talladega, and how Sadler hung on to win.]]> nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383761http://www.csnchicago.com/content/wire-wire-nyquist-no-1-contender-derbySat, 30 Apr 2016 19:24:49 -0500Unlike Pharoah-phever a year ago, Nyquist-mania hasn't yet struck in the days leading to the Kentucky Derby. It might by next Saturday night if the undefeated colt ends up in the winner's circle at Churchill Downs.]]> nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383741http://www.csnchicago.com/video/nfl-draft-profile-west-va-ilb-nick-kwiatkoskiSat, 30 Apr 2016 19:01:06 -0500 nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383726http://www.csnchicago.com/chicago-white-sox/white-sox-avisail-garcia-out-maybe-not-longSat, 30 Apr 2016 18:45:51 -0500BALTIMORE -- Early indications are that Avisail Garcia has avoided serious injury. The White Sox outfielder may not play again until Tuesday with a right hamstring]]> Dan Hayes http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383736http://www.csnchicago.com/video/bears-get-potential-steal-running-back-jordan-howardSat, 30 Apr 2016 18:38:46 -0500 nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383731http://www.csnchicago.com/content/xfinity-series-director-explains-how-nascar-made-elliott-sadlers-talladega-win-officialSat, 30 Apr 2016 18:30:05 -0500Wayne Auton says the victor was legal in going below the double-yellow line at finish.]]> nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383711http://www.csnchicago.com/chicago-bears/bears-agree-deal-quarterback-brian-hoyerSat, 30 Apr 2016 18:28:42 -0500The Bears have agreed to a deal with free agent quarterback Brian Hoyer, Ryan Pace confirmed Saturday. The Bears opted not to draft a quarterback with]]> CSN Staff http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383701http://www.csnchicago.com/content/win-sadler-moves-tie-suarez-xfinity-series-points-leadSat, 30 Apr 2016 18:12:28 -0500It was a trifecta for Elliott Sadler Saturday: He turned 41, won the Xfinity Series race at Talladega and is now tied for the series lead with Daniel Suarez.]]> nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383691http://www.csnchicago.com/big-ten/complete-list-47-big-ten-players-selected-2016-nfl-draftSat, 30 Apr 2016 18:01:38 -0500A total of 47 players from Big Ten schools were selected during this year's NFL Draft. As expected, a large number of those 47 players were]]> Vinnie Duber http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383676http://www.csnchicago.com/chicago-fire/patrick-nyarko-haunts-former-team-fire-settle-draw-against-dc-unitedSat, 30 Apr 2016 17:59:15 -0500Patrick Nyarko has made a number of big plays in Toyota Park over the years. He added another one Saturday, but did so for the]]> Dan Santaromita http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383706http://www.csnchicago.com/content/results-saturdays-sparks-energy-300-talladegaSat, 30 Apr 2016 17:55:56 -0500Elliott Sadler gave himself a great 41st birthday present, winning Saturday's Sparks Energy 300 Xfinity race at Talladega.]]> nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383661http://www.csnchicago.com/big-ten/two-northwestern-two-illini-taken-day-3-nfl-draftSat, 30 Apr 2016 17:51:00 -0500Two Northwestern players and two Illinois players were selected on Day 3 of the NFL Draft. Northwestern defensive end Dean Lowry and superback Dan Vitale were]]> Vinnie Duber http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383721http://www.csnchicago.com/video/bears-get-potential-playmaker-deiondre-hallSat, 30 Apr 2016 17:50:37 -0500 nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383716http://www.csnchicago.com/video/special-teams-help-comes-deandre-houston-carsonSat, 30 Apr 2016 17:50:37 -0500 nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383656http://www.csnchicago.com/chicago-bears/bears-daniel-braverman-approaching-nfl-chip-shoulderSat, 30 Apr 2016 17:41:37 -0500Daniel Braverman isn’t sure exactly what he needs to do to earn a little respect. Maybe it’s his size, at 5-foot-10, 177 pounds. Whatever, Braverman was]]> John Mullin http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383671http://www.csnchicago.com/content/joey-logano-uninjured-spectacular-last-lap-crash-talladegaSat, 30 Apr 2016 17:33:13 -0500Moments from winning, Logano suddenly was slamming into the wall.]]> nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383686http://www.csnchicago.com/video/bears-use-4th-round-pick-deon-bushSat, 30 Apr 2016 17:09:23 -0500 nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383681http://www.csnchicago.com/video/bears-trade-round-4-select-nick-kwiatkowskiSat, 30 Apr 2016 17:09:23 -0500 nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383641http://www.csnchicago.com/chicago-bears/special-teams-versatility-key-selecting-deandre-houston-carsonSat, 30 Apr 2016 17:08:26 -0500One emphasis of the Bears’ offseason efforts was an upgrade of special teams, which included signing returner Omar Bolden from Denver and re-signing leading tacklers]]> John Mullin http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383646http://www.csnchicago.com/content/elliott-sadler-breaks-65-race-xfinity-winless-streak-41st-birthday-talladegaSat, 30 Apr 2016 17:04:47 -0500Elliott Sadler wrecked with Joey Logano heading toward the finish line, but was in the lead when the caution flag and earned Saturday's win at Talladega.]]> nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383651http://www.csnchicago.com/content/heres-starting-lineup-sundays-geico-500-sprint-cup-race-talladegaSat, 30 Apr 2016 17:00:22 -0500Chase Elliott sits on the pole for Sunday's Geico 500 at Talladega Superspeedway.]]> nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383776http://www.csnchicago.com/content/next-step-solheim-hero-piller-poised-first-winSat, 30 Apr 2016 16:03:00 -0500Ever since Gerina Piller made a crucial putt in the Solheim Cup, we've been waiting for her to get her first LPGA win. Sunday may be the day.]]> nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383791http://www.csnchicago.com/content/sources-woods-books-memorial-players-accommodationsSat, 30 Apr 2016 15:56:00 -0500Perhaps even Tiger Woods doesn't know when he will return to PGA Tour action, but a report from Reuters says he's making plans just in case.]]> nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383636http://www.csnchicago.com/chicago-cubs/adam-warren-emerging-essential-piece-cubs-pitching-staffSat, 30 Apr 2016 15:30:36 -0500Adam Warren was the lowest-profile addition of the Cubs' offseason, but he's already emerged as a vital part of the team out to the hottest]]> Tony Andracki http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383631http://www.csnchicago.com/chicago-bears/bears-add-power-rb-depth-chart-indianas-jordan-howard-round-5Sat, 30 Apr 2016 15:23:48 -0500Running back, one of the foundation pillars of Chicago Bears football, was in some turmoil this offseason. First was the exit of Matt Forte. Then]]> John Mullin http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383626http://www.csnchicago.com/chicago-bears/bears-hope-they-found-another-peanut-tillman-cb-deiondre-hallSat, 30 Apr 2016 14:24:37 -0500In the second round of the 2003 draft the Bears took a flyer on a tall cornerback out of a smaller school. Now they have]]> John Mullin http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383621http://www.csnchicago.com/content/drivers-appreciate-brian-frances-appearance-meetingSat, 30 Apr 2016 14:22:11 -0500Said Brad Keselowski: 'Theres a tremendous amount of good faith that is earned when Brian comes to a meeting.']]> nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383666http://www.csnchicago.com/content/zurich-headed-monday-finish-after-another-delaySat, 30 Apr 2016 13:39:00 -0500A long, wet week in New Orleans became even more so Saturday when third-round play was called for the day because of inclement weather.]]> nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383616http://www.csnchicago.com/content/chase-elliott-earns-pole-30-years-almost-day-father-bill-did-it-talladegaSat, 30 Apr 2016 13:28:50 -0500Chase Elliott earned his second straight pole position on a restrictor plate track Saturday at Talladega Superspeedway.]]> nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383611http://www.csnchicago.com/chicago-bears/bears-draft-miami-safety-deon-bush-workout-partner-antrel-rolleSat, 30 Apr 2016 13:06:32 -0500In one of those ironies of NFL life, Miami safety Deon Bush frequently worked with fellow Hurricane and NFL veteran Antrel Rolle. Now Bush is]]> John Mullin http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383606http://www.csnchicago.com/chicago-bears/bears-increase-lb-competition-another-trade-draft-wvu-ilb-nick-kwiatkoskiSat, 30 Apr 2016 12:32:06 -0500Ryan Pace started Day 3 exactly as he did Days 1 and 2, trading up in the fourth round to select West Virginia ILB Nick Kwiatkoski.]]> John Mullin http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383601http://www.csnchicago.com/content/matt-tifft-takes-pole-jgr-grabs-3-top-5-spots-todays-xfinity-race-talladegaSat, 30 Apr 2016 11:45:50 -0500Young Matt Tifft carried on in fine Joe Gibbs Racing tradition, earning the pole -- the first of his Xfinity Series career -- for this afternoon's race at Talladega.]]> nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383586http://www.csnchicago.com/ncaa-talk/sheryl-swoopes-under-investigation-coaching-practices-loyolaSat, 30 Apr 2016 11:08:44 -0500Loyola women's basketball coach Sheryl Swoopes is under investigation for coaching practices at the university. The investigation was sparked after 10 of the team's 12 players have]]> CSN Staff http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383576http://www.csnchicago.com/chicago-cubs/cubs-braves-game-has-been-postponed-due-weatherSat, 30 Apr 2016 10:49:44 -0500There won't be any baseball at Wrigley Field on Saturday. The Cubs-Braves game has been postponed due to weather. No makeup date has been announced yet. It's]]> #CubsTalk http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383581http://www.csnchicago.com/content/rick-hendrick-earns-prestigious-award-charlotte-chamberSat, 30 Apr 2016 10:47:21 -0500Rick Hendrick has won a prestigious award from the Charlotte Chamber of Commerce.]]> nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383571http://www.csnchicago.com/chicago-bears/trader-pace-keeps-making-bears-draft-picks-appearSat, 30 Apr 2016 09:36:07 -0500The Bears results through the first two days of the 2016 NFL Draft left GM Ryan Pace with seven picks in Rounds 4-7 on Saturday.]]> John Mullin http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383566http://www.csnchicago.com/content/bobby-labontes-talladega-car-promoting-special-cycling-eventSat, 30 Apr 2016 09:00:05 -0500Charity event will take place Aug. 26-27.]]> nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383591http://www.csnchicago.com/content/rose-kaufman-among-mcs-weather-delayed-zurichSat, 30 Apr 2016 07:38:00 -0500After a long delay Thursday and a marathon Friday, the 36-hole cut was finally made late Saturday morning.]]> nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383561http://www.csnchicago.com/content/todays-xfinity-race-talladega-start-time-weather-radio-tv-infoSat, 30 Apr 2016 07:30:37 -0500All the particulars for the ninth race of the season for the Xfinity Series.]]> nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383596http://www.csnchicago.com/content/day-readies-stop-and-start-weekend-zurichSat, 30 Apr 2016 07:26:00 -0500World No. 1 Jason Day is within striking distance heading into the weekend at the Zurich Classic. His only hope now is that he gets to play.]]> nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383556http://www.csnchicago.com/content/saturdays-nascar-schedule-talladegaSat, 30 Apr 2016 05:32:33 -0500When and where to watch the Xfinity Series' race at Talladega.]]> nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383551http://www.csnchicago.com/video/jonathan-bullard-speaks-chicago-mediaSat, 30 Apr 2016 00:20:29 -0500 nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383546http://www.csnchicago.com/video/kyle-long-gives-warm-welcome-cody-whitehair-twitterSat, 30 Apr 2016 00:20:29 -0500 nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383541http://www.csnchicago.com/video/moon-and-kip-break-down-bears-day-2-draft-selectionsFri, 29 Apr 2016 23:49:16 -0500 nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383531http://www.csnchicago.com/video/bears-gm-ryan-pace-explains-draft-trades-and-day-two-picksFri, 29 Apr 2016 23:26:12 -0500 nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383536http://www.csnchicago.com/video/leonard-floyd-sits-down-talk-about-joining-bearsFri, 29 Apr 2016 23:24:46 -0500 nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383516http://www.csnchicago.com/chicago-bears/bears-leonard-floyd-approves-deep-dish-pizzaFri, 29 Apr 2016 23:15:29 -0500Leonard Floyd admitted it'll take some getting used to the Chicago weather. As for its pizza? He's already on board with that. The Bears' first-round selection stopped]]> CSN Staff http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383526http://www.csnchicago.com/video/jon-lesters-string-quality-starts-aprilFri, 29 Apr 2016 23:08:15 -0500 nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383521http://www.csnchicago.com/video/birthdays-chicago-captains-jonathan-toews-and-jay-cutlerFri, 29 Apr 2016 23:08:15 -0500 nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383496http://www.csnchicago.com/chicago-bears/bears-3rd-rounder-florida-de-jonathan-bullard-add-pass-rush-front-threeFri, 29 Apr 2016 22:54:49 -0500The Bears selected Florida DE Jonathan Bullard in the third round of the NFL Draft with the expectation that he can provide pass rush to the defensive line.]]> John Mullin http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383491http://www.csnchicago.com/chicago-bears/recapping-second-and-third-rounds-nfl-draftFri, 29 Apr 2016 22:53:24 -0500The first 98 selections of the 2016 NFL Draft are in the books. Here's a look at the second and third round choices made Friday]]> #BearsTalk http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383506http://www.csnchicago.com/video/leonard-floyd-approves-chicago-style-pizzaFri, 29 Apr 2016 22:51:32 -0500 nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383511http://www.csnchicago.com/video/bears-select-kansas-state-ol-cody-whitehair-second-roundFri, 29 Apr 2016 22:49:21 -0500 nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383501http://www.csnchicago.com/video/bears-select-florida-dl-jonathan-bullard-third-roundFri, 29 Apr 2016 22:49:21 -0500 nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383471http://www.csnchicago.com/chicago-bears/bears-rationale-drafting-floyd-says-much-about-pace-it-does-floydFri, 29 Apr 2016 22:12:03 -0500Hidden in all Bears GM Ryan Pace’s descriptors of the skills belonging to No. 1 draft pick Leonard Floyd was one even more revealing about]]> John Mullin http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383481http://www.csnchicago.com/video/carlos-rodon-talks-about-his-start-6-3-loss-baltimoreFri, 29 Apr 2016 22:10:28 -0500 nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383466http://www.csnchicago.com/chicago-white-sox/avisail-garcia-tweaks-hamstring-late-white-sox-lossFri, 29 Apr 2016 22:03:21 -0500BALTIMORE — Avisail Garcia could be the latest member of the White Sox afflicted by an injury. The White Sox designated hitter tweaked his right hamstring late]]> Dan Hayes http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383486http://www.csnchicago.com/video/todd-frazier-white-sox-mistakes-loss-oriolesFri, 29 Apr 2016 21:55:54 -0500 nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383476http://www.csnchicago.com/video/ventura-we-just-didnt-play-good-defenseFri, 29 Apr 2016 21:45:19 -0500 nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383456http://www.csnchicago.com/video/white-sox-pgl-breaking-down-6-3-loss-baltimoreFri, 29 Apr 2016 21:23:23 -0500 nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383461http://www.csnchicago.com/video/white-sox-pgl-eaton-another-standout-defensive-playFri, 29 Apr 2016 21:21:20 -0500 nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383446http://www.csnchicago.com/chicago-bears/jonathan-bullard-chicago-bears-nfl-draft-profileFri, 29 Apr 2016 21:05:16 -0500 As part of our coverage leading up to the 2016 NFL Draft we will provide profiles of more than 150 prospects, including a scouting report and video interviews]]> CSN Staff http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383451http://www.csnchicago.com/content/staying-front-not-winning-real-crapshoot-plate-racingFri, 29 Apr 2016 21:00:05 -0500Why winning at Talladega and Daytona isn't luck of the draw.]]> nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383441http://www.csnchicago.com/chicago-white-sox/uncharacteristic-mistakes-defense-hurt-white-sox-6-3-loss-vs-osFri, 29 Apr 2016 20:44:36 -0500The White Sox led early and tied the game in the seventh, but made too many mistakes in a 6-3 loss in Baltimore on Friday night.]]> Dan Hayes http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383416http://www.csnchicago.com/chicago-bears/bears-select-ol-cody-whitehair-add-fuel-competition-jobs-roster-spotsFri, 29 Apr 2016 20:22:54 -0500Happy Birthday, Jay Cutler. On the day that the Bears’ quarterback turned 33, the Bears used a second-round pick on a QB protector, trading down twice]]> John Mullin http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383396http://www.csnchicago.com/chicago-bears/cody-whitehair-chicago-bears-nfl-draft-profileFri, 29 Apr 2016 20:11:45 -0500 As part of our coverage leading up to the 2016 NFL Draft we will provide profiles of more than 150 prospects , including a scouting report]]> CSN Staff http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383391http://www.csnchicago.com/chicago-white-sox/robin-ventura-used-blowout-loss-rest-key-white-soxFri, 29 Apr 2016 20:04:02 -0500There wasn't much positive for the White Sox in Thursday night's 10-2 loss to the Orioles, but manager Robin Ventura was able to rest some key players on a cold night.]]> Dan Hayes http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383436http://www.csnchicago.com/video/sportstalk-live-lester-pitches-well-another-cubs-winFri, 29 Apr 2016 19:33:10 -0500 nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383431http://www.csnchicago.com/video/sportstalk-live-moon-bears-taking-leonard-floydFri, 29 Apr 2016 19:33:10 -0500 nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383411http://www.csnchicago.com/video/sportstalk-live-kris-bryant-out-mild-ankle-sprainFri, 29 Apr 2016 19:33:10 -0500 nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383406http://www.csnchicago.com/video/sportstalk-live-what-should-white-sox-do-john-danksFri, 29 Apr 2016 19:33:10 -0500 nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383401http://www.csnchicago.com/video/sportstalk-live-dan-hayes-john-danks-and-white-soxFri, 29 Apr 2016 19:33:10 -0500 nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383371http://www.csnchicago.com/big-ten/jihad-ward-drafted-second-round-first-illini-picked-2013Fri, 29 Apr 2016 19:13:58 -0500Defensive end Jihad Ward became the first Illini selected in the draft since 2013 when the Oakland Raiders picked him with the No. 44 pick Friday.]]> Vinnie Duber http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383366http://www.csnchicago.com/notre-dame/jaylon-smiths-ex-notre-dame-teammates-coaches-confident-hell-succeed-nflFri, 29 Apr 2016 19:12:01 -0500Notre Dame players and coaches had an up-close look at Jaylon Smith over the last three years, and are confident in his ability to succeed in the NFL. ]]> JJ STANKEVITZ http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383381http://www.csnchicago.com/content/dale-earnhardt-jr-talks-about-how-he-became-among-best-plate-racingFri, 29 Apr 2016 18:59:15 -0500Dale Earnhardt Jr. spoke at length Friday on how he developed into one of the best restrictor-plate drivers in NASCAR.]]> nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383361http://www.csnchicago.com/notre-dame/jaylon-smith-taken-no-34-nfl-draft-dallas-cowboysFri, 29 Apr 2016 18:28:34 -0500Where Jaylon Smith would land was one of the biggest questions heading into the second round of the 2016 NFL Draft, which began Friday night in]]> JJ STANKEVITZ http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383346http://www.csnchicago.com/video/sczcur-appreciates-maddon-give-him-opportunitiesFri, 29 Apr 2016 17:52:36 -0500 nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383386http://www.csnchicago.com/video/stl-leonard-floyd-will-get-job-done-bearsFri, 29 Apr 2016 17:39:30 -0500 nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383336http://www.csnchicago.com/chicago-white-sox/john-danks-start-white-sox-wednesdayFri, 29 Apr 2016 17:29:58 -0500BALTIMORE — John Danks will get another turn in the White Sox rotation. Even though he could have manipulated the team’s rotation with a day off upcoming,]]> Dan Hayes http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383316http://www.csnchicago.com/video/ventura-john-danks-will-start-wednesday-vs-red-soxFri, 29 Apr 2016 17:23:28 -0500 nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383326http://www.csnchicago.com/video/leonard-floyd-wants-be-next-demarcus-wareFri, 29 Apr 2016 17:14:45 -0500 nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383311http://www.csnchicago.com/chicago-white-sox/reliever-tommy-kahnle-joins-white-sox-daniel-webb-goes-dlFri, 29 Apr 2016 17:09:09 -0500BALTIMORE — Reliever Tommy Kahnle is set to join the White Sox, who placed Daniel Webb on the 15-day disabled list late Friday afternoon. Webb, who]]> Dan Hayes http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383331http://www.csnchicago.com/video/maddon-its-all-really-good-stuffFri, 29 Apr 2016 16:55:04 -0500 nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383321http://www.csnchicago.com/video/lester-it-was-good-day-my-curveballFri, 29 Apr 2016 16:55:04 -0500 nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383301http://www.csnchicago.com/content/joey-logano-fastest-final-sprint-cup-practice-talladegaFri, 29 Apr 2016 16:47:50 -0500Joey Logano is the defending winner in the Sprint Cup Series at Talladega.]]> nbcsports.com http://www.csnchicago.com/node/383306http://www.csnchicago.com/video/szczur-gets-ice-bucket-shower-after-grand-slamFri, 29 Apr 2016 16:33:44 -0500 nbcsports.com