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Cutler feeling love during honeymoon

Wayne Drehs, ESPNChicago.com

Jay Cutler's honeymoon period with the Bears has just begun, and it's safe to say Chicago fans have fallen hard, writes Wayne Drehs.

Story | Conversation | May 21, 2009

For some fans, Cubs are an undying love

Wayne Drehs, ESPNChicago.com

They say you can't take it with you, but Cubs fans now have the opportunity to bring their undying passion for the team into the afterlife. Wayne Drehs visits a unique new cemetery in Chicago.

Story | Conversation | April 22, 2009

White Sox fall short in ALDS but remain confident about future

Wayne Drehs, ESPN.com

The Chicago White Sox simply were beaten by a better team. And they knew it.

Story | Conversation | October 06, 2008

White Sox show at least one Chicago team willing to fight

Wayne Drehs, ESPN.com

The White Sox again stared elimination in the face and, unlike the Cubs, answered the bell, writes Wayne Drehs.

Story | Conversation | October 05, 2008

Despite loss in opener, Cubs remain optimistic

Wayne Drehs, ESPN.com

The Cubs lost 7-2 in their NLDS opener against the Dodgers, but they still are confident heading into Game 2.

Story | Conversation | October 01, 2008

White Sox ready to fight to the finish in Game No. 163

Wayne Drehs, ESPN.com

Swept by the Twins last week, the resilient White Sox get their shot at redemption in Game No. 163.

Story | Conversation | September 29, 2008

Putting a bow on a unique bowl trip

Wayne Drehs, ESPN.com

From the beach to the desert to a dome, the bowl season is unlike any other time on the sports calendar, writes Wayne Drehs.

Story | Conversation | January 08, 2008

New owner can transform 'lovable losers' ... for $1 billion

Wayne Drehs, ESPN.com

While the Cubs' sale is likely to be a $1 billion transaction, all Cubs fans care about is whether the new owners will deliver a World Series champion.

Story | Conversation | September 21, 2007

Are sports heading toward 'major crash' because of cheating?

Wayne Drehs, ESPN.com

Thursday and Friday, ESPN.com tackles the issue of cheating in sports. As senior writer Wayne Drehs asks: What do you find admirable about sports? Why do you care about your team so much? Where do you draw the line when it comes to cheating?

Story | Conversation | August 03, 2007

As a manager, soft-spoken Ryne Sandberg finds a temper

Wayne Drehs, ESPN.com

Baseball is learning a lot about new manager Ryne Sandberg at Class A Peoria, including something nobody knew he had during his Hall of Fame playing career: a temper. Wayne Drehs reports.

Story | Conversation | June 26, 2007

Small-school softball team plays big in Michigan

Wayne Drehs, ESPN.com

Cabrini High School went 35-0 this season and outscored opponents 366-1 in winning a Michigan state title. Pitcher Katie Osburn started every game, gave up only one run this season, threw 32 complete-game shutouts and 12 no hitters.

Story | Conversation | June 22, 2007

Ordonez caps off a memorable family day

Wayne Drehs, ESPN.com

Magglio Ordonez joined in the celebration of his son's 11th birthday by having a day that will forever be remembered in Detroit lore.

Story | Conversation | October 14, 2006

Chavez: 'We've run into a better team'

Wayne Drehs, ESPN.com

As their offense continues to struggle, the down-and-nearly-out A's acknowledge that the Tigers are the better team.

Story | Conversation | October 13, 2006

Savoring the atmosphere

Wayne Drehs, ESPN.com

The World Cup is one big party that is quite unlike any other sporting event anywhere, writes Wayne Drehs.

Story | Conversation | June 09, 2006

Bottom line: A.J.'s a gamer

Wayne Drehs, ESPN.com

White Sox catcher A.J. Pierzynski has gone from clubhouse catalyst to clubhouse cancer to clubhouse cure, writes Wayne Drehs.

Story | Conversation | March 13, 2006