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Chicago’s History With Professional Men’s Basketball
In 1925, a group of NFL owners decided to branch out into basketball by bringing nine independent teams under the umbrella of the American Basketball League. George “Papa Bear” Halas had founded the Chicago Bruins the year before, and installed himself as coach. For the first ABL season, the Bears’ quarterback, Laurie Walquist, served as player-coach, and the team went 6-10 in the first half of the split season, and 3-11 in the second. The Bruins’ tallest player was center Edward “Stretch” Miller, who stood 6’3.
January 15, 2026
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Where to Watch the Big Ten in Chicago
The Chicago Bears own Sundays in the fall and winter, but Saturdays in the Windy City are for the Big Ten. In recent years, the conference has expanded to 18 universities, including more of the NCAA’s most storied programs. Most of the schools’ athletic departments and alumni associations have partnered with local bars to put on watch parties for fans to gather and cheer on their team during football and basketball season. Check out where to watch the games below.
September 11, 2025
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How Every Chicago Bears Coach Did in Their First Season
On Jan. 21st, 2025, Ben Johnson was hired as the head coach of the Chicago Bears. The arrival of the 39-year-old, who’d spent the previous three seasons as the offensive coordinator for the Detroit Lions, got us thinking about how Bears coaches have fared in their first season in charge.
August 21, 2025
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The History of Wrigley Field’s “Friendly Confines”
Wrigley Field and Wrigleyville are part of Lakeview, where eATLAS has Katie Carol’s Coffee and Dessert Crawl through four shops on Broadway. By Dave Lifton (@daveeatschicago) Since 1916, the Chicago Cubs have called Wrigley Field at 1060 W. Addison St. in Lakeview home. The team is so closely associated with the North Side that it’s […]
September 29, 2023
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Riders Up! Where to Catch the Kentucky Derby in Chicago
The horses will be coming around the stretch on May 7th, with the 148th running of the Kentucky Derby. Chicagoans who are unable to attend the “Run for the Roses” at Louisville’s Churchill Downs can still enjoy all the action at bars throughout the area. Because of demand, some places require reservations or the purchase […]
May 2, 2022
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Play Ball! Memorable Opening Days in Cubs and White Sox History
The timing of Opening Day always brings optimism and the promise of rebirth, so here are some memorable home openers in the histories of both of Chicago’s beloved baseball clubs. Last year was disappointing for Chicago baseball fans. On the strength of an intriguing blend of rookies and veterans with arguably the best starting rotation […]
April 7, 2022