Jordan Sigler

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Sports Writer at Wisconsin Sports Heroics

Sports Writer at ChiCity Sports

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Calls mount for Chicago Cubs to cut failing infielder after another critical error

2 days ago | chicitysports.com | Jordan Sigler

The Chicago Cubs passed on the opportunity to land Alex Bregman in the hopes that Matt Shaw would have a stellar campaign in 2025 at third base. Shaw was on a shortlist of many analysts’ picks to be the MLB’s Rookie of the Year in the preseason. Instead, Shaw was sent to Iowa last week after struggling at the plate. He earned a .172 batting average before the Cubs decided to give Rule 5 candidate Gage Workman a chance at third base. Workman has proven to be a liability on defense.
Chicago Sky's Angel Reese upset after CBS canceled her opportunity

2 days ago | chicitysports.com | Jordan Sigler

Chicago Sky star Angel Reese has a busy business life outside of basketball. Reese hosts her own podcast “Unapologetically Angel” and has partnerships with brands like McDonald’s and Reebok. The second-year WNBA power forward has a goal to become a billionaire, and that won’t happen on her rookie salary of $81,000 a year.
Chicago Cubs adding 41-strikeout pitcher before Dodgers series

2 days ago | chicitysports.com | Jordan Sigler

The Chicago Cubs have made a couple of significant roster moves at pitcher before their series with the Los Angeles Dodgers this week. The Cubs need to find a starting pitcher to replace Justin Steele, who is out for the season due to a left elbow injury that required Tommy John surgery. They also need to boost the bullpen. On their off day Monday, the Cubs traded with the Seattle Mariners for Drew Pomeranz, an All-Star nominee in 2016 who has not pitched in the majors since 2021.
Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson threw shade at starter after making mistake

2 days ago | chicitysports.com | Jordan Sigler

Two Chicago Bears players were recognized on Tuesday for receiving the 2024 Brian Piccolo Award for best exemplifying the former running back’s traits of courage, loyalty, teamwork, and dedication. The award goes to one rookie and one veteran each offseason. This year, linebacker T.J. Edwards and wide receiver Rome Odunze won the award. During the award ceremony, new head coach Ben Johnson threw shade at one of them for making a critical mistake in the 2024 season.
‘Too Slow’: New York Knicks Starter Upset With Pace In Game 2 Loss To Pistons

2 days ago | yardbarker.com | Jordan Sigler

The No. 3 seed New York Knicks were slow out of the gate, which cost them a 100-94 loss to the No. 6 Detroit Pistons in Game 2 in front of 19,812 fans at Madison Square Garden on Monday night. The series is tied at 1-1 before Thursday night’s matchup in Detroit. The Pistons took a 25-18 lead in the first quarter and never looked back behind the hot shooting of Cade Cunningham, who went 12-of-21 shooting for 33 points to lead Detroit in scoring.
Chicago Cubs fans upset with trade for aging All-Star pitcher over cash

3 days ago | chicitysports.com | Jordan Sigler

On Monday, Bruce Levine of 670 The Score reported the Chicago Cubs front office was exploring outside help to boost the team’s starting pitching rotation and bullpen. The Cubs were expected to be in the trade market after losing starting pitcher Justin Steele, as the left-hander recovers from Tommy John surgery to repair his left elbow. Chicago also needs to fortify the bullpen to aid one of the hottest offenses in the league.
‘Playing Harder’: Los Angeles Lakers Coach Calls Out Team For Effort Against Wolves

3 days ago | yardbarker.com | Jordan Sigler

After Monday, Lakers head coach JJ Redick said the team’s practice practice was the best they’d had in months, per ESPN’s Dave McMenamin. Redick wasn’t happy with the effort the Lakers gave on Saturday, especially when it came to spacing. “I think a lot of times you would hear that word and then you would think, ‘Oh, it’s the point guard calling a play,'” Redick said.
‘I Hate It’: Golden State Warriors Star Jimmy Butler On Steph Curry’s Turnovers

3 days ago | yardbarker.com | Jordan Sigler

The No. 7 seed Golden State Warriors were able to hang on from a fierce second-half run by the No. 2 Houston Rockets to win 95-85 in Game 1 of their first-round matchup in front of 18,055 fans at the Toyota Center on Sunday night. Stephen Curry led the Warriors with 31 points, but Jimmy Butler’s well-rounded efforts on offense and defense helped the team steal a game on the road in Houston. Butler finished with 25 points, seven rebounds, six assists, and five steals.
Golden State Warriors Star Jimmy Butler On Steph Curry's Turnovers

3 days ago | hardwoodheroics.com | Jordan Sigler

The No. 7 seed Golden State Warriors were able to hang on from a fierce second-half run by the No. 2 Houston Rockets to win 95-85 in Game 1 of their first-round matchup in front of 18,055 fans at the Toyota Center on Sunday night. Stephen Curry led the Warriors with 31 points, but Jimmy Butler’s well-rounded efforts on offense and defense helped the team steal a game on the road in Houston. Butler finished with 25 points, seven rebounds, six assists, and five steals.
Chicago Cubs expected to trade promising outfielder for pitching help: Report

3 days ago | yardbarker.com | Jordan Sigler

The Chicago Cubs need starting pitching help after losing left-hander Justin Steele for the rest of the season as he recovers from Tommy John surgery to repair his left elbow. The Cubs could also use relief help to aid the defense, as the team boasts one of the best offenses in the league through the first month. At 14-10, the Cubs have a one-game lead on the Milwaukee Brewers. Chicago has amassed a surprising record given their tough competition in March in April.