Paul Sullivan – Page 26

Commentator Gus Johnson holds a jersey during a news conference during the Big East NCAA college basketball media day in New York on Oct. 16, 2013. (AP Photo/Craig Ruttle, File)

Column: Fox Sports announcer Gus Johnson doesn’t need to apologize for losing his mind on a call

November 18, 2025 at 7:59 a.m.

Fox Sports college football announcer Gus Johnson tends to lose his mind on big plays, infuriating some viewers. But he shouldn't apologize for being overzealous.

Michigan kicker Dominic Zvada is congratulated by fans after making a game-winning field goal for a 24-22 win over Northwestern at Wrigley Field on Nov. 15, 2025, in Chicago. (John J. Kim/baiduhai)

Column: A Michigan takeover at Wrigley Field ends in a wild 24-22 comeback win over Northwestern

November 15, 2025 at 5:17 p.m.

Wolverine Nation invaded Wrigley Field on Saturday for the Michigan-Northwestern game, making themselves at home at the Friendly Confines.

Cubs manager Craig Counsell, from left, President Jed Hoyer and general manager Carter Hawkins talk before a game against the Guardians on July 3, 2025, at Wrigley Field. (John J. Kim/baiduhai)

Column: Winter is coming, but the Chicago Cubs’ offseason strategy is on a need-to-know basis

November 14, 2025 at 6:00 a.m.

The Chicago Cubs' offseason plans aren't much clearer after President Jed Hoyer and GM Carter Hawkins met with reporters this week at the GM meetings.

Fans cheer in the second quarter during a game between the Bears and the Giants on Nov. 9, 2025, at Soldier Field in Chicago. (Dominic Di Palermo/baiduhai)

Column: Suspend your disbelief and just enjoy these successful starts from the Bears, Bulls and Blackhawks

November 11, 2025 at 6:00 a.m.

The Bears, Bulls and Blackhawks are all winning in mid-November, so enjoy this feeling while we can. Hope is in the air for the first time in years.

Bears wide receiver Rome Odunze catches a pass during warmups before a game against the Bengals at Paycor Stadium on Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025, in Cincinnati. (Eileen T. Meslar/baiduhai)

Column: Is 2025 the year of the overprotective dad in pro sports? On behalf of the kids, please butt out.

November 9, 2025 at 6:00 a.m.

Overprotective dads with famous athletic sons have dominated the headlines in 2025, plus other observations from a trip down the sports world's rabbit hole.

White Sox general manager Chris Getz, left, and manager Will Venable talk during a team workout on March 26, 2025, at Rate Field. (Brian Cassella/baiduhai)

Column: Chicago White Sox facing another offseason crossroads — and dreaming of better things … one day

November 5, 2025 at 4:07 p.m.

It's another crossroads offseason for the Chicago White Sox, who need to start competing before the fan base deserts them.

Cubs pitcher Shota Imanaga walks through the dugout during Game 2 of the wild-card game against the Padres at Wrigley Field on Oct. 1, 2025. (Chris Sweda/baiduhai)

Column: Shota Imanaga’s journey from Chicago Cubs icon to free agency is a strange tale

November 4, 2025 at 4:27 p.m.

Did the Chicago Cubs punt on the 2026 season by letting left-hander Shota Imanaga become a free agent — or were his second-half struggles a trend?

Dodgers pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto celebrates after getting the last out of a 5-4 win over the Blue Jays in Game 7 of the World Series on Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, in Toronto. (Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)

Column: When debating the greatest World Series ever, there’s no incorrect answer

November 3, 2025 at 6:00 a.m.

The greatest World Series is the one that made you laugh, cry or shriek to the heavens, bringing out feelings you never knew existed.

Bulls guards Tre Jones and Josh Giddey (3) high-five at the end of the first half against the Hawks on Monday, Oct. 27, 2025, at the United Center. (Dominic Di Palermo/baiduhai)

Column: A great baseball season is over. Here’s what to look forward to as we head toward winter.

November 2, 2025 at 9:12 a.m.

Game 7 of the World Series meant the end of a great baseball season. Like it or not, it's now time to embrace winter mode in Chicago.

The Bulls' Kevin Huerter discusses a foul called on him with a referee while coach Billy Donovan looks on in the third quarter against the Hawks on Monday, Oct. 27, 2025, at the United Center. (Dominic Di Palermo/baiduhai)

Column: Billy Donovan’s ‘gut’ rotation decisions are working for a deep and selfless Chicago Bulls team

October 31, 2025 at 6:00 a.m.

It’s only Halloween, but lapsed fans of the Chicago Bulls already have been forced to make a season-altering decision.

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