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Chicago Blackhawks: Three reasons they were sellers this yearon February 27, 2020 at 2:00 pm

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The Chicago Blackhawks were sellers at the 2020 NHL trade deadline. There are plenty of reasons why this team was in that state.

The Chicago Blackhawks were sellers at the Trade Deadline in 2020. It is not ideal for a team with players like Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews in the middle of their prime. They are both playing so well in a season that the rest of the team really isn’t getting it done. Not everyone on the team has been bad but the depth on the team is not what it once was or could have been.

They traded Robin Legner to the Vegas Golden Knights and Erik Gustafsson to the Calgary Flames for picks and prospects. It is not the way anybody saw either of their years going down this year. The fact that they moved a flawed puck-moving defenseman and an elite goalie might not come as a surprise to a lot of people based on their spot in the standings but it should. This team should not have had the fall from grace in the manner that they did.

So with all of these moves that they were forced to make, it is pretty clear that they are giving up on making it to the playoffs this year. Obviously, being eight points out of the playoffs in late February isn’t something to see as a positive but the players are still going to put forth their best ever. The bottom line is the good players and fans were let down by the organization’s management team.

Anybody who wonders why this team had to be sellers this year can look in a few different directions. They were never going to be as good as management made it seem going into the season. There are three really good reasons for why they were sellers this season:

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Chicago Bears: 4 notable players team has met with at Combineon February 27, 2020 at 3:00 pm

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This week, the Chicago Bears have dug into the 2020 NFL Scouting Combine in effort to revamp the roster.

It is one of the biggest weeks in all of football. The NFL Scouting Combine is home to plenty of groundwork for owners, general managers and coaches. Not only are they scouting rookies, but Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Pace and head coach Matt Nagy are absolutely talking with other brass around the league.

This is a week which could lay the foundation for trades, cuts and plenty of other moves in the coming days.

With the way Pace and Nagy have spoke to the media this week, you better hope they’re doing plenty of chatting between themselves as well. In their opening time with the media, it appeared as though the two were disconnected a little bit, with each of them offering opposite opinions on how quarterback Mitchell Trubisky processes defenses.

Hopefully, they get their stories straight and can begin to execute a fully-developed plan for the upcoming free agency period, but most notably, the draft.

This week, the Bears have already met with several prospects from the 2020 class. The team has some glaring needs, but not every fan agrees on the severity of those needs. Most can assume the Bears are going to address the offensive line and tight end positions in a big way.

But, will they make a noteworthy move at quarterback? Whether it’s via free agency or the draft, you can rest assured Pace is going to bring in another quarterback to compete with Trubisky.

So, which players have met with the Bears already? More specifically, which ones should we be focusing on most? There’s quite a few, but I’ve narrowed the list to four in particular.

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Chicago Blackhawks need to finally beat Tampa Bay Lightningon February 27, 2020 at 4:00 pm

CHICAGO, IL – JUNE 15: Brent Seabrook #7 of the Chicago Blackhawks shakes hands with Steven Stamkos #91 of the Tampa Bay Lightning after the Blackhawks won Game Six by a score of 2-0 to win the 2015 NHL Stanley Cup Final at the United Center on June 15, 2015 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

The Chicago Blackhawks are about to play the Tampa Bay Lightning tonight. This team has given them fits since the 2015 Stanley Cup Final.

The Chicago Blackhawks are not going to the playoffs. They are on a devastating skid right now that has seen them be sellers at the trade deadline. It is unfortunate but that is the way it is. With that said, they can try and play well enough to be a spoiler for the rest of the season. They still have great players at the top of their lineup so there is no reason opponents should be excited to play them.

Their next test is another one of the elite teams in the National Hockey League. The Tampa Bay Lightning were a bit shaky to start the season but have re-emerged as one of the Stanley Cup favorites. With an elite player or two at every position along with tons of depth, Tampa being an elite team makes complete sense.

They are led at forward by some absolute studs. Steven Stamkos, Nikita Kucherov, and Brayden Point are some of the league’s best offensive players. Then there are some great depth guys like Tyler Johnson, Ondrej Palat, and Blake Coleman. Their defense is as good as ever led by Victor Hedman and Ryan McDonagh. Then, to top it all off is an elite goalie named Andrei Vasilevskiy.

On top of all those great players is pure regular season domination against Chicago. The Hawks are 0-6-2 in their last eight meetings against the Lightning. They are an abysmal 1-6-2 since defeating the Lightning in the 2015 Stanley Cup Final. Since that series, the Lightning has gotten better while the Hawks have gotten worse. Obviously, the Hawks won those three Stanley Cups so paying for it now isn’t all that bad although the momentum could have been carried on if the GM made better decisions.

This game means a lot for Tampa Bay in terms of their Atlantic Division title race and almost nothing for the Blackhawks. All that matters at this point is the right guys feeling well about their games going into next year and being motivated enough to try and play spoiler against a really good team.

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Chicago Bears Rumors: Team ready to make run at Austin Hooperon February 27, 2020 at 11:38 pm

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At this week’s NFL Scouting Combine, things appear to be heating up for the Chicago Bears. They look ready to pursue a top-tier tight end.

If you are a Chicago Bears fan, you are aware of how desperate the team is to upgrade the tight end position. Going into free agency and the NFL Draft, tight end is arguably the most needy position, along with the offensive line.

You might be in the club that argues for quarterback, and I wouldn’t disagree. But, that’s a debate for another day.

This week, the 2020 NFL Scouting Combine has had plenty of talks going on outside of simply the prospect pool. Of course, owners, general managers and coaches are there to watch the nation’s top rookies in preparation for the draft in April.

But, with all of those guys under one roof for a few days, there is bound to be plenty of juicy conversations had.

One of the rumors floating around, for a while, has to do with the Bears going after free agent tight end Austin Hooper. This week, Hooper took to his social media to express how the Atlanta Falcons felt about his chances at returning to the team that drafted him. In a few words, he wrote, the Falcons “told him to hit the road.”

Enter: Ryan Pace and the Bears.

The Bears want to take a big swing in free agency, and they intend to make a run at two-time Pro Bowl TE Austin Hooper-https://t.co/IvBGjOa5Il

— Jason Lieser (@JasonLieser) February 27, 2020

According to the Chicago Sun Times‘ Jason Lieser, the Bears are ready to make Hooper an offer.

Over the last two seasons, Hooper has been voted to the Pro Bowl. Last year, Hooper had the best year of his career when he caught 75 passes for 787 yards and six touchdowns. Becoming one of the focal points of a Bears offense which is hurting at the position, Hooper could flourish in Matt Nagy’s offense.

At the moment, they have Trey Burton penciled in as the starter. But, Burton’s health has been in question and his production dipped in his second year with the team due to that fact. After this season the Bears could cut Burton much easier than they could this year, and Hooper would be “the” guy going forward.

Heck, he would be “the” guy from Day 1 in Chicago.

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Pharrell Williams making music on Miami’s restaurant sceneon February 27, 2020 at 10:54 pm

MIAMI — Grammy award-winning singer Pharrell Williams may have been fired from three different McDonald’s as a teen, but that didn’t stop him from opening what has become one of the hottest restaurants in Miami.

The singer hosted a soul food brunch along with his dad Pharaoh Williams — a self-taught chef, known for his sweet and spicy Nono Sauce — as part of the recent South Beach Wine & Food Festival. Growing up, family meals were the heart of the Williams home, a place to “hear what’s exciting at your parent’s job.”

“Cooking is a reflection of your parents, the energy, the love. Food is a connector and it’s a meeting place,” Pharrell Williams said.

Back home, Pharaoh Williams was always in the kitchen and so were his grandmothers. Favorite dishes included his dad’s chicken and pork and fried catfish with a special sauce that Pharrell says was more savory than spicy.

“His seasoning was what was always so distinctive with my dad’s cooking and both my grandmothers cooked like that,” he said.

At the $150 per ticket sold-out brunch at the upscale Swan restaurant in Miami’s design district, they served platters of cornmeal-crusted catfish with chow chow, juicy BBQ chicken and ribs, cheddar grits and French toast with candied oranges and amaretto whipped cream.

Back in the kitchen, a team of chefs hustled to carry out Pharaoh Williams’ menu, pulling mini sweet potato biscuits out of the oven and crusting copious plates of catfish. Fellow Grammy winner DJ Khaled, and former “Breaking Bad” co-stars Bryan Cranston and Aaron Paul were among the guests savoring the food on a tropical jungle-style patio.

Happy to leave behind his fast food days, Pharrell Williams opened Swan restaurant and its swanky upstairs Moroccan-themed Bar Bevy in 2018 with South Beach nightlife guru and LIV club owner David Grutman. The restaurant has been a hotbed for celebrities, especially during the Super Bowl and recent Art Basel weeks, where everyone from Kanye West and Kim Kardashian West to Leonardo DiCaprio and Bono have indulged.

Grutman and Pharrell Williams partnered with “Top Chef Europe” champion executive chef Jean Imbert for their restaurant, while Williams works on the side with a line of food products for his father.

But the “Happy” singer is clear about his role in the restaurant business — he happily stays out of the kitchen.

“I didn’t cook then. I don’t cook now,” he laughed, adding “I love food.”

He has a deep appreciation for the culinary arts, comparing it to “the same way I work in music. You’re adding different sounds and things together,” he said.

“Ingredients are like instruments. It’s how you use them and it’s who’s using them. That’s what makes one song different from the next, one style different from the next.”

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Best Places to Take Engagement Photos in Chicagoon February 26, 2020 at 10:19 pm

Are you planning on getting married in the Windy City? With the beautiful architecture, skyline, and landscape, there are plenty of places across Chicago you can take gorgeous engagement photos. Here are some of our favorite spots, both indoor and out.

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Grant Park

For some green in your engagement photos, we recommend that you stroll down to Grant Park. The large park is also surrounded by some of the most iconic landmarks in Chicago, including the Art Institute of Chicago, Buckingham Fountain, Millennium Park, and the Museum Campus. It’s a great way to get a ton of different shots without having to travel far.

Navy Pier

With the 200-foot-tall Centennial Wheel, lake views, as well as the city skyline, Navy Pier is a top photo destination. You might even want to consider booking a VIP gondola to get some beautiful photos out on the water.

North Avenue Beach

With the skyline behind you, the lake in front of you, and the sand between your toes, North Avenue Beach is another popular engagement photoshoot. You can also head indoors to the North Avenue Beach House, which has a more formal atmosphere.

Cloud Gate

The famous “Bean” is a popular tourist destination, but many people love to take their engagement photos there as well. You’ll have to go early to make sure you avoid the crowds!

Adler Planetarium

The Adler Planetarium has some of the best views of the Chicago skyline. You can also head inside to take a few pictures amongst the stars and moons to get some snaps that are truly out of this world. Make sure to give the Adler staff a heads-up beforehand to make sure it is allowed.

Harold Washington Library

For the lovebirds that are also bookworms, you should head to the stunning Harold Washington Library. On the ninth floor, there is a Winter Garden that has a breathtaking 52-foot glass-paneled dome. It’s another great detail to include in your photos!

The Chicago Riverwalk

While the Riverwalk is often flooded with people, if you head up on the northeast side of the river where it meets Lake Michigan, there is a paved path lined with benches, cast-iron lampposts, and flowers that make you feel like you are in your own fairytale.

Stairs to the L Train

If you are a local Chicaogian, you’ll likely have been on the L more times than you can count. While it might not seem like the most romantic place in the world, taking a picture on the stairs that lead up from the sidewalk—with the bright strips for each line—is a cool and fresh place to take a photo.

The Nature Boardwalk at Lincoln Park Zoo

Hidden in Lincoln Park is a geometric stone structure, initially designed by the Studio Gang Architects. The white, tortoise shell-inspired shapes help to form a charming engagement photo.

Kinzie Street Bridge

The bridge is another beautiful urban place to snap an engagement photo. The Kinzie Street Bridge was built back in 1908, and it was the site of the first railroad bridge in Chicago back in 1852. With the crisscrossing beams, it is a picturesque place to shoot photos with your love.

Salvage One

Salvage One is an expansive Chicago warehouse that has not only exposed brick and wooden floors, but also an interesting collection of furniture and other pieces that help to make your engagement photos a little more eclectic.

Don’t forget to consider your favorite hangouts! Those less trendy spots are where you might feel more comfortable. Those more relaxed and casual angles will help the camera capture who you truly are as a couple in your Chicago engagement photos.

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Most Expensive Restaurants in Chicago Worth Every $100on February 26, 2020 at 10:23 pm

Whether you are celebrating a special event or just want to treat yourself, sometimes you’re just in the mood to dress up and go to an elegant, upscale restaurant. Below are some of the most expensive restaurants in Chicago when you’re feeling fancy.

NoMI | 800 North Michigan Avenue

Offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner, NoMI is most known for their sushi and Asian-fusion dishes. The NoMI platter, which consists of the chef’s choice of nigiri, sashimi, and maki, will set you back $80.

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Arun’s | 4156 North Kedzie Avenue

Arun’s Thai Restaurant offers a tasting menu that varies nightly but has some standard dishes like pan-seared branzino and poached cold-water lobster tail. This 12-course menu comes with a $125 price tag.

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The Signature Room | 875 North Michigan Street

Come for the views, stay for the food. The Signature Room offers some of the best views of the city and that doesn’t come cheap, they’re American fare food will average out at about $150 per person.

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Everest | 425 South Financial Place

There are multiple tasting menus to choose from at Everest including the seven-course degustation menu, seven-course vegetarian degustation menu or one of the four-course prix fixe menus.

Oriole | 661 West Walnut Street

Promising a thought-provoking and interactive experience, the two-Michelin-starred Oriole offers an extended tasting menu from chef Noah Sandoval.

Alinea | 1723 North Halsted Street

Alinea is one of the most expensive restaurants in Chicago at around $400 per person, and for good reason, it is the only three-starred Michelin restaurant in Chicago.

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Les Nomades | 222 East Ontario Street

This French restaurant also consists of a prix fixe menu offering dishes like braised Wagyu beef, roasted duck breast, and veal sweetbread.

Brindille | 534 North Clark Street

Inspired by the chef’s love of France and French cuisine, Brindille focuses on dishes that feature seafood, duck, squab and lamb dishes.

Spiaggia | 980 North Michigan Avenue

Offering an unrivaled Italian dining experience, Spiaggia’s eight-course tasting menu will set you back $155 with an additional $115 for the wine pairing.

Maple & Ash | 8 West Maple Street

Maple & Ash offers a twist on traditional steakhouses, bringing innovation to steakhouse’s classic wood-fired dishes.

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8 Food Trucks You Can Find Roaming Around Chicagoon February 27, 2020 at 7:07 pm

Just because a restaurant is on wheels doesn’t take away from the quality of food that is made. Some of the greatest food you can get in Chicago comes from a food truck and below are some of the best and most popular you have to try.

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The Fat Shallot

This bright red truck is a staple of Chicago. Driving around delivering delicious and unique sandwiches like the Truffle BLT made with bacon, avocado, and truffle aioli on challah bread, The Fat Shallot can’t be missed.

Tamale Spaceship

Greeted by employees wearing luchadors, Tamale Spaceship is not easy to miss. This silver food truck makes some of the most interesting tamales in Chicago like the Dynamic Tamale made with roasted beets and goat cheese with garlic-morita sauce.

Yum Dum

Yum Dum has a Korean-infused menu featuring baowiches, with fillings like slow-braised pork belly, panko-crusted sole filet, and panko-crusted chicken.

DönerMen

A popular European and Middle Eastern dish, DönerMen brings doners to Chicago. Their entrees consist of shaved meat with tzatziki and a fresh Mediterranean salad served either with pita bread, fries, spiced rice or roasted vegetables.

A Sweet Girls

A Sweet Girls makes everything by hand the night before and from scratch. Their cupcakes and macarons have simple and traditional flavors but also bring in a few Asian-inspired flavors like Match and Berry Sesame.

The Happy Lobster

You may be a little weary ordering seafood from a truck but The Happy Lobster makes some of the best lobster rolls in Chicago. They offer their traditional happy lobster roll or you can make it angry by adding hot giardiniera and spicy mayo.

Beavers Donuts

Beavers Donuts makes mini donuts in batches of 4, 9, 15 or 35. You can get them with more simple toppings like cinnamon or powdered sugar, or you can splurge for the signature toppings like smores, turtle or Nutella dream.

Chicago Pizza Boss

Painted like an Italian flag, the Chicago Pizza Boss truck serves delicious, authentic wood-fired pizzas. Even in a place like Chicago with a plethora of amazing pizza options, Chicago Pizza Boss is still a must-have.

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NoMI | 800 North Michigan Avenue

Arun’s | 4156 North Kedzie Avenue

The Signature Room | 875 North Michigan Street

Everest | 425 South Financial Place

Oriole | 661 West Walnut Street

Alinea | 1723 North Halsted Street

Les Nomades | 222 East Ontario Street

Brindille | 534 North Clark Street

Spiaggia | 980 North Michigan Avenue

Maple & Ash | 8 West Maple Street

The Fat Shallot

Tamale Spaceship

Yum Dum

DönerMen

A Sweet Girls

The Happy Lobster

Beavers Donuts

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