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Cycling Race

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When it comes to racial equality, the sport of cycling is no more advanced today than it was for the first Tour de France in 1903. Nick Szafranski has the story. (Photo: cyclingnews.com)

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Using Your Head: Concussions in Soccer

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Concussion related issues have never been more prominent in media coverage than during the past two years. If you pay any attention, concussions are almost exclusively talked about in the context of football. Yet football isn’t the only sport where concussions are an issue.

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Odd Feeling after White Sox Collapse

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By Nick Szafranski I can’t explain the feeling I have after this Chicago White Sox collapse. The feeling is not one of depression, or one of overwhelming disappointment. It’s not one of searing anger or complete bewilderment either. It should be though right? The White Sox transformation from a seemingly postseason-bound squad to irrelevance was rapid, and mostly unforeseen. On September 18th, the White Sox were on a five-game winning streak and held a three-game lead over the Detroit Tigers in the AL Central. 12 days and a six-game-swing later, the White Sox found themselves eliminated from the playoffs. I … Continued

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NFC North Preview: Chicago Bears

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After a 7-3 start, the Chicago Bears were plagued with injuries, finishing 8-8. However, after a busy offseason, the Bears are much improved and ready to prove they are a force to be reckoned with. Our Nick Szafranski tells you all you need to know about the 2012 Bears.

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