When Theo Epstein Inquired About Chris Sale's Availability, Rick Hahn Asked For Kris Bryant -- And More?
Because of past discussions, Epstein thought a trade for Jose Quintana was "a long shot."
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AL's Chris Sale, NL's Max Scherzer To Start All-Star Game
"This is something I'll never forget," Sale says.
Report: White Sox Seeking 2 Top Prospects In Potential Jose Quintana Trade
Quintana is considered one of the top two pitchers available on the trade market, along with Athletics right-hander Sonny Gray.
Fantasy Baseball All-Star Team Is Often A Little Different Than MLB All-Star Roster
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Levine: Chris Sale-Jose Quintana Showdown Turns Into Dud
On a night he admitted he "stunk," Sale earned a rocky win in his return to Chicago to face his old White Sox teammates.
Emma: Jose Quintana's Struggles Are Dumbfounding -- And Could Be Costly
The usually steady White Sox arm, Quintana is now 2-7 with a 5.60 ERA this season.
The Bernstein Brief: No Need To Reconsider Chris Sale Trade
Just because the White Sox are off to a better-than-expected start doesn't mean it's time to look back on the Sale trade.
Levine: Jose Quintana Excited To Duel With Chris Sale
Quintana and Sale shared a close relationship as White Sox teammates. They meet Tuesday.
Levine: Chris Sale Returns To Chicago With Only Warm Memories
Traded by the White Sox to the Red Sox in December, Sale will face off against his former team Tuesday.
Theo Epstein: Cubs, White Sox Discussed Chris Sale Trade For About 30 Seconds
The Cubs were interested in Sale, but the White Sox had high demands.
How Close Was Andrew Benintendi To Being Included In White Sox-Red Sox Trade?
Benintendi had some anxious moments wondering if he'd been shipped out in the Chris Sale deal.
Baffoe: White Sox Had To Trade Chris Sale To Get Happy
That new feeling you have about the White Sox? The reassuring feeling of there being a plan -- a process -- in place.
Listen: Shepkowski's Farewell Montage To Chris Sale
Sale was dominating for seven seasons with the White Sox, but it's all over now.
Emma: It's The Dawn Of A New Day For The White Sox
Trading Chris Sale for a major haul should be just the beginning for the White Sox.
Levine: Chris Sale Trade Just The Beginning For White Sox
The White Sox have embarked on a rebuild with a focus on the long term, not the short term.
Indians' Jason Kipnis Appears To Have Mixed Feelings About White Sox Trading Chris Sale
Kipnis might have to work a little harder more often against the White Sox.
White Sox Trade Chris Sale To Red Sox For Yoan Moncada, 3 More Prospects
Moncada, a second baseman, is Baseball America's top-rated prospect.
Levine: White Sox Have Had Serious Chris Sale Discussions With 6 Clubs
"It's been an interesting few weeks leading up to this," GM Rick Hahn says.
Levine: 4 Or 5 Teams Could Have Eye On Chris Sale
The auction of White Sox left-hander Chris Sale began in earnest last July. It may end in a blockbuster deal this week.
Report: White Sox's Asking Price On Chris Sale Starts With Interested Suitors' No. 1 Prospect
All eyes are on the White Sox and Sale as the Winter Meetings begin Sunday.
Baffoe: White Sox Tilting At Windmills Is Unfortunate
The White Sox continue to get in their own way, when there's no need or end game in doing so.
White Sox Won't Take Calls From Cubs On Chris Sale? Let's Recall Some Context
A big Cubs-White Sox trade would be nearly impossible to pull off, as Jed Hoyer has suggested previously.
Levine: White Sox In No Hurry To Trade Chris Sale
To this point, teams have been unwilling to give up huge packages of prospects for Sale. That could change soon.
Many MLB Stars Available On Trade Market As GMs Head Home
Chris Sale, Andrew McCutchen, Justin Verlander, Miguel Cabrera and Brian McCann are a few of the big names available.
Baffoe: Sigh -- Bears, White Sox Situations Are Fine
Brian Hoyer and Rick Renteria aren't inspiring but also aren't the troubles for the Bears and White Sox, respectively.
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Jussie Smollett conviction upheld by Illinois appeals court
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Jussie Smollett conviction upheld by Illinois appeals court
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As Chicago winters become warmer with less snow, overnight parking rules persist
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Sandra Day O'Connor, first woman on the Supreme Court, dies at 93
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Man called to report SUV on train tracks in Michigan, but Amtrak train hit it anyway
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Could 'design flaw' blamed for Yellow Line accident be a broader problem on the CTA?
The National Transportation Safety Board said the Chicago Transit Authority was operating on out-of-date information with regard to stopping lengths.
After 38 are injured when CTA train hits snowplow, questions about what went wrong
National Transportation Safety Board investigators will be digging into the train crash - piece by piece.
Parents furious after girls are subjected to racist taunts at Minooka Community High
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Fallen Chicago firefighter Andrew Price remembered as a "light of sunshine"
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Sandra Day O'Connor, first woman on the Supreme Court, dies at 93
Sandra Day O'Connor was appointed to the U.S. Supreme Court by President Ronald Reagan in 1981, and she retired in 2006.
George Santos expelled from Congress in historic House vote
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Emotions run high as Evanston commission weighs resolution for Israel-Hamas cease-fire
People lined up to let city leaders know where they stand on the emotional issue.
As Chicago winters become warmer with less snow, overnight parking rules persist
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Henry Kissinger, influential and controversial diplomat, dies at age 100
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St. Charles residents flee senior community after 300% increase in costs
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Rivers Casino Des Plaines warns of data breach affecting customer, staffer information
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Illinois congressman steps in after feds fail to reimburse COVID-19 testing labs
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Northwestern student says he was hit by norovirus outbreak, and it sent him to ER
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Norovirus outbreak linked to $1 burrito special for Northwestern University students
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Peaches, plums, nectarines recalled due to deadly listeria outbreak
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Another eye drop recall pulls 28 products from store shelves
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South Shore yoga studio strives for inclusive, calm vibe
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Chicago's Berlin nightclub closes doors; union says club made "wrong decision"
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Vucevic and White lead the way as Bulls beat Bucks in OT
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Illinois State knocks off UIC
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Compher, Fabbri each score 2 goals as Red Wings beat Blackhawks 5-1
Bedard, meanwhile, was so frustrated by Chicago's power play in the pivotal second period that he broke his stick hitting it against the boards before going the bench.
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Perry apologizes for 'inappropriate' behavior after Hawks terminate contract
Perry dispelled any notion that the incident involved a teammate's family member.
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Rolling Stones announce second concert in Chicago in June 2024
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American Blues Theater opens permanent home on Lincoln Avenue in Chicago
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Daryl Hall gets restraining order against John Oates
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"Blue Bloods" wrapping up in 2024 after its 14th season
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The Rolling Stones tour coming to Chicago's Soldier Field in June
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‘The Wiz’ is back on Broadway
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Jussie Smollett conviction upheld by Illinois appeals court
Unless the Supreme Court reverses the appeals court ruling, Smollett must complete the 150-day jail sentence handed down in 2022. He spent only six days behind bars before he was released while he appealed his conviction.
George Santos expelled from Congress in historic House vote
The House on Friday voted to expel embattled Republican Rep. George Santos from Congress, bringing an end to a tumultuous tenure in Washington that was defined by scandal from the start.
Chicago Elite Classic this weekend
For over a decade now, the Chicago Elite Classic has attracted some of the top high school basketball teams from across the area, and the country. The premiere prep showcase returns this weekend for its 12th annual event.
Israel resumes strikes against Hamas
After seven days the temporary truce has come to an end.
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Man accused of human trafficking in Gary after woman says she was held, beaten, forced into sex
He faces charges of sexual human trafficking, criminal recklessness, criminal confinement, and battery, police said.
River North store owner frustrated as thieves hit her business again
The River North building had major damage in yet another crash and grab burglary in Chicago.
Woman whose body was found on side of road in Lake Co. identified
The Lake County Coroner's Office identified the woman as 39-year-old Megan Lewis, a Chicago resident.
CPD officer charged with falsely claiming she was robbed of $5,000
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Shooting kills man, wounds three women on Chicago's West Side
Sources said the shooting was believed to be domestic in nature.
