Fred Mitchell – Page 12

Seattle Mariners third baseman Kyle Seager rounds third base with his arms outstretched after his two-run homer off of White Sox starting pitcher Jeff Samardzija during the first inning.

As their seasons unravel, Mariners and White Sox on uneven course

May 8, 2019 at 7:22 p.m.

The White Sox and Mariners have taken divergent paths to mediocrity this season. Each team has underachieved after many projected the Mariners to capture the American League pennant and the...

John Danks pitches against the Seattle Mariners during the first inning.

Friday’s recap: Mariners 2, White Sox 0

August 23, 2019 at 6:33 p.m.

The Mariners' 2-0 victory over the White Sox basically came down to two pitches — home runs from Kyle Seager and Franklin Gutierrez two outs apart off John Danks in...

John Danks reacts after throwing a wild pitch against the Seattle Mariners during the fourth inning.

Another quality start goes to waste in White Sox’s 2-0 loss to Mariners

May 8, 2019 at 7:22 p.m.

When it comes to quality starts, the White Sox have set the standard in the American League this season with 76. But when it comes to converting those quality starts...

Trayce Thompson remains a platoon player for the White Sox.

White Sox sticking with platoon duty for Trayce Thompson

August 23, 2019 at 6:35 p.m.

The White Sox offense again was without a Trayce Friday night when it faced the Mariners at U.S. Cellular Field. Trayce Thompson is off to an auspicious start but the...

Northwestern quarterback Clayton Thorson throws at practice earlier this month.

Clayton Thorson to start at QB for Northwestern vs. Stanford

August 23, 2019 at 6:35 p.m.

Pat Fitzgerald joked with reporters Wednesday evening that he definitely would have a quarterback under center when Northwestern hosts Stanford on Sept. 5. He ended any suspense Thursday when he...

Northwestern wide receiver Cameron Green runs.

Northwestern coach Pat Fitzgerald cites ‘terrific’ attitude; not ready to name QB

August 23, 2019 at 6:34 p.m.

Pat Fitzgerald is not just counting the days until Northwestern hosts Stanford on Sept. 5. The Wildcats coach also is counting the practice reps his team has taken in preparation...

David Ross thought he was celebrating a third inning home run, but it was ruled a foul ball after a replay review.

Cubs head west on a high after Kris Bryant homer extends win streak to five

August 23, 2019 at 6:33 p.m.

Veteran teammates describe Cubs rookie Kris Bryant as wise beyond his years in terms of his baseball acumen and uncanny ability to process the moment. Bryant captured the moment Monday...

Monday’s recap: Cubs 2, Indians 1

August 23, 2019 at 6:33 p.m.

Kris Bryant's home run with two out in the ninth gave the Cubs a 2-1 victory Monday afternoon at Wrigley Field in a makeup game from a June 15 rainout....

Kyle Schwarber is congratulated by Cubs third base coach Gary Jones after hitting a home run during the second inning.

Joe Maddon wants fans to pay attention in stands

August 23, 2019 at 6:33 p.m.

From a screeching line drive into the lower first-base box seats to a flying baseball bat into the stands behind the third-base dugout, fans were in extreme peril Sunday at...

Sunday’s recap: Cubs 9, Braves 3

August 23, 2019 at 6:31 p.m.

The Cubs trounced the Braves 9-3 Sunday, marking the first time they scored at least nine runs in back-to-back games since Sept. 11-12, 2011 (at the Mets and Reds). On...

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