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The Blackhawks are going against teams that are better than them pretty much every single night. That's the story when it comes to young, developing, shorthanded teams. But it's starting to get old.
The Chicago Blackhawks fell 5-2 to the Colorado Avalanche on Nov. 3, 2026, snapping a brief 2‑0 lead after early goals from Wyatt Kaiser and Roman Kantserov. Nazem Kadri and Jaden Schwartz each netted twice for Colorado, whose goalie Mackenzie Blackwood stopped 21 of 23 shots. In the second period, star forward Patrick Kane exits with an upper‑body injury, sidelining him for the next few games. The loss drops Chicago to 4‑10‑1 and marks their sixth defeat in seven outings, with a tough road trip to the Panthers, Lightning and Hurricanes looming.
Midway through the fourth quarter, the Seahawks looked set to make a vintage late game comeback, but the Bears had other plans by putting down the hammer late to send Mike Macdonald’s squad back to .500.
The Philadelphia 76ers surge to a 7-1 start after a 126-107 win over the Bulls, with sophomore guard VJ Edgecombe posting a season‑high 21 points on perfect 7‑of‑7 shooting in the first half. Despite reduced touches due to the arrivals of LeBron James and Jaylen Brown, Edgecombe stays calm, emphasizing team success over personal stats. He now averages 12.7 points on 11.3 shots per game, down from his rookie numbers, and embraces a role‑player mindset that adds energy, athleticism and defensive intensity to a roster already stacked with scoring talent.
The Colorado Avalanche snapped their recent road slump with a 5-2 win over the Chicago Blackhawks on Nov. 2, 2026. After falling behind 2-0 early, Colorado rallied thanks to Nazem Kadri and Jaden Schwartz each netting two goals, including Kadri's 100th career power‑play goal, and an empty‑netter from Devon Toews. Goalie Mackenzie Blackwood recorded 21 saves for his sixth win in seven games. The game also featured a brief melee when Martin Necáš defended Cale Makar after a high elbow from Blackhawks defenseman Artyom Levshunov, underscoring the team's gritty response.
The Bears trade for former Titans defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons pays off in Week 8’s Monday Night Football win. After giving up two first‑rounders and a 2027 fourth‑rounder, Simmons records six tackles (tied for team lead), a sack and two tackles for loss, drawing double teams that free up Montez Sweat and Devin Bush for big plays in Chicago’s 34‑17 road victory over Seattle. In his post‑game interview, the 29‑year‑old describes an emotional debut, staying late at Halas Hall to learn the playbook and reuniting with college teammate Sweat. Coach Ben Johnson’s locker‑room energy fuels Simmons’ optimism for more wins.
D’Andre Swift turned Monday Night Football into a personal showcase, scoring three touchdowns in the Chicago Bears’ 34-17 win over the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field. The 5‑foot‑8 back rushed for 124 yards and became the first player, per Stat Muse, to record multiple three‑touchdown games in a season, adding to his streak of touchdowns in four straight outings. Swift now totals 476 rushing yards and seven scores on 116 carries, trailing only Buffalo’s Josh Allen in league touchdowns. The Bears improve to 6‑2, cementing Swift’s standout performance through week eight.
Ten years after ending a 108‑year drought, Cubs star Anthony Rizzo and former teammate David Ross revisit the 2016 World Series on Episode 34 of their "Ross and Rizzo Unfiltered" podcast. They recall Chicago’s dramatic 8‑7, 10‑inning Game 7 win over the Cleveland Indians, Ross’s Game 7 home run and Rizzo’s clinching catch, and share how fans still relive the moment. The duo’s conversation, highlighted in a clip posted on X, underscores the lasting emotional impact of the championship on both players and the city.
The 76ers beat the Bulls 126-107 on Nov. 3, 2026, but star center Joel Embiid left with 3:51 left in the third quarter and didn’t return. Coach Nick Nurse explained that Embiid was under a minutes restriction to protect his foot, so the team chose to rest him despite being comfortably ahead. Embiid finished with 15 points, eight rebounds and three assists in 25 minutes, while Tyrese Maxey led with 26 points and 11 assists. Nurse confirmed Embiid is “okay” and that the team will continue managing his workload heading into the playoffs.
In a late‑night BCB After Dark post, Bleed Cubbie Blue reveals that outfielder Seiya Suzuki has received a qualifying offer from the Chicago Cubs, signaling the team’s intent to retain the Japanese star after his 2026 season. The article also recaps a fan poll on the upcoming MLB lockout, with 42% predicting a May restart, and mixes in a Halloween jazz jam and a quirky review of the 1948 comedy Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein. The piece blends baseball news with pop‑culture flair for Cubs fans worldwide.
The Seattle Seahawks fall to the Chicago Bears 34-17 on Monday night, marking their worst loss under head coach Mike Macdonald since 2024 and dropping their record to 4-4. Quarterback Sam Darnold struggled with accuracy and sacks, while offensive coordinator Brian Fleury faces criticism for a stagnant attack that relied on ineffective runs and failed to target star receiver JSN. The ground game managed just 61 yards on 17 carries despite the return of Quenton Nelson, Zach Charbonnet and Jadarian Price. Defensively, the unit allowed a decisive screen to Kalif Raymond, and Leonard Williams' injury thins the line. Special teams also flopped with penalties and missed kicks, putting Seattle’s playoff hopes in jeopardy.
The Chicago Bears dominate the Seattle Seahawks 34-17 on Monday Night Football, with De’Andre Swift scoring three rushing touchdowns (27 carries, 69 yards). The Bears controlled the clock (34:00 vs 24:00), outgained Seattle by over 100 yards, and blocked a field goal, cementing a 6-2 record and second place in the NFC North. The win puts them half‑game behind the Vikings and sets up a home clash with the Buccaneers on Nov. 8.
The 49ers got help from the Bears, who handed the Seahawks a loss and widened the gap in the NFC West race as San Francisco prepares for Week 9.
The Seattle Seahawks’ loss to the Chicago Bears on Monday night keeps them stuck at 4‑4 and eighth in the NFC, just one game out of a Wild Card spot. A win would have vaulted them into the final playoff berth, but the defeat leaves them tied with the Los Angeles Rams (who hold the tiebreaker disadvantage) and trailing the Arizona Cardinals. Meanwhile, the NFC North’s four teams sit comfortably in the postseason, and the San Francisco 49ers clinch the top seed after Minnesota falls. The article breaks down the complex 3‑5 tiebreaker scenario that determines seeds 10 through 13, highlighting how Tampa Bay, Atlanta, Arizona and Dallas are positioned.
In Jeffery Simmons’ Bears debut, Chicago dominates Seattle with grind‑and‑control football. A 17‑play, 80‑yard opening drive caps with Caleb Williams’ 1‑yard TD pass to Luther Burden—Seattle’s first opening‑possession score in 27 games. Simmons sacks Sam Darnold early, validating his two‑first‑round trade cost. The Bears lead 13‑9 at halftime after field goals from Cairo Santos and a late Jaxon Smith‑Njigba TD for the Seahawks. D’Andre Swift’s 1‑yard TD run in the third quarter pushes the lead to 20‑9, while Seattle is held scoreless. Key moments include a missed extra point by Seattle and Santos quietly outkicking Jason Myers.
Kane has a goal and eight assists for nine points this season.
The 76ers roll onto a four-game winning streak after recording a massive win over the Bulls
The Seahawks vs. Bears fantasy football recap examines running back rotations, tight end usage and defensive personnel changes. Zach Charbonnet and Jadarian Price returned to Seattle's backfield, while Colston Loveland gained playing time with Cole Kmet sidelined.
The Chicago Bears clinch a 34‑17 Monday Night Football win over the Seattle Seahawks, highlighted by Austin Booker’s fourth‑quarter block of a 33‑yard field‑goal attempt that preserved Chicago’s 20‑9 lead. Caleb Williams throws for 247 yards and a touchdown, becoming the first QB to exceed 200 yards against Seattle this season. Rome Odunze adds 87 receiving yards, Luther Burden scores a TD, and rookie defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons records six tackles, two TFLs and a QB hit in his debut. The victory pushes the Bears to 6‑2 while the Seahawks fall to 4‑4, marking Chicago’s back‑to‑back wins over last year’s Super Bowl teams.
The Seattle Seahawks (4-4) suffer a 34-17 defeat at home to the Chicago Bears (6-2) in a Monday night blowout that eclipses their recent win over Kansas City. Caleb Williams dazzles for Chicago, leading a 363‑yard attack – the most the Seahawks have allowed all season – while Sam Darnold struggles, contributing to a meager 252 total yards for Seattle, 118 of which come from Jaxon Smith‑Njigba. The run game barely moves despite Zach Charbonnet’s return, and the defense can’t contain the Bears’ Super Bowl‑caliber offense. The loss raises doubts about Seattle’s playoff hopes and highlights ongoing quarterback concerns.
The Chicago Bears look like Super Bowl contenders.
The Chicago Bears are 6-2 and emerging as Super Bowl contenders, but three overlooked contributors deserve credit for their turnaround.
The Chicago Bears delivered a statement on the road with a 34-17 win over the Seattle Seahawks on Monday night.
The Chicago Bears clinch the top NFC Wild Card spot after a Monday night win over the Seattle Seahawks, moving to 6‑2 and sitting fifth in the conference. Their victory also drops the Seahawks to 4‑4 and gives the Bears control of their own destiny against the 6‑1 Minnesota Vikings, who just recorded their first loss. All four NFC North teams now sit in the playoffs, with the Packers holding the seventh seed. The article details the updated NFC standings and explains the complex tiebreakers affecting the 3‑5 cluster.
The Sixers dominate the Bulls 126‑107 as all five starters post double‑digit points, with three eclipsing the 20‑point mark. VJ Edgecombe sparks the offense, going 9‑for‑12 for 21 points, adding five assists, a steal and a block, while LeBron James tallies 15 points, 7 rebounds and 9 assists, delivering several pinpoint full‑court passes. Philadelphia, now 7‑1, rests only Dominick Barlow (back) and Ariel Hukporti (season‑out) and looks ahead to a road stretch beginning in Detroit. The win solidifies the team’s early‑season chemistry and keeps the Bulls at a 1‑5 start.