Joe Knowles

Joe Knowles is a former Chicago Tribune sports editor.

Young fan with spina bifida meets Kris Bryant — with an assist from Astros star Alex Bregman

June 18, 2021 at 3:45 p.m.

It helps to have friends in high places. Like, say, the American League All-Star team. Faith Kuhn, a 12-year-old baseball fan from Albuquerque, N.M., has spina bifida and scoliosis, and...

Jose Abreu to miss Indians series with thigh infection

May 31, 2019 at 4:37 p.m.

Jose Abreu will miss the series against the Indians in Cleveland with a right thigh infection, according to MLB.com. The White Sox said the thigh infection, which was serious enough...

A.J. Pierzynski says managing job ‘would be pretty hard to turn down’

May 31, 2019 at 4:37 p.m.

Former White Sox catcher A.J. Pierzynski isn’t really looking to become a big-league manager, but he admits that if someone offered him a job “it would be pretty hard to...

Joe Maddon calls speculation over his job status ‘dumb’

May 20, 2019 at 4:42 p.m.

Three straight trips to the National League Championship series, a World Series title and currently the best record in the National League… yep, that sounds like a resume of a...

Tim Tebow working out the the Mets in 2016.

13 things to know about Daniel Murphy, the Cubs’ new second baseman

May 31, 2019 at 4:13 p.m.

The Cubs on Tuesday acquired second baseman Daniel Murphy of the Nationals. Here are some things to know about the new infielder for the North Siders. 1. Another Mr. October:...

Anthony Rizzo’s staredown with Pedro Strop was a mind-meld moment

May 16, 2019 at 2:34 a.m.

Anthony Rizzo didn’t have to say a word to reliever Pedro Strop. His look — reminiscent of Mr. Spock’s Vulcan mind meld, without the touching — did all the talking...

Cubs acquire outfielder/pinch-runner Terrance Gore from Royals

May 16, 2019 at 2:33 a.m.

The Cubs made a minor move Wednesday, acquiring speedy outfielder Terrance Gore from the Royals for cash considerations. Gore was not added to the 40-man roster, which means he likely...

Kevin Hart displays his throwing form for Dodgers outfielder Yasiel Puig during a taping of Hart's YouTube series "What the Fit."

Comedian Kevin Hart to run in Chicago Marathon

May 31, 2019 at 4:37 p.m.

When it comes to competitive running, comedian Kevin Hart is no ordinary joker. Hart announced on Instagram that he plans to run in the Chicago Marathon on Oct. 7. Hart...

Blackhawks scheduled for 19 national TV games, most in NHL

May 31, 2019 at 4:39 p.m.

The Blackhawks’ failure to qualify for the playoffs last season hasn’t diminished their stature – at least not as far as national TV appearances are concerned. The Hawks will be...

Retired players Stan Mikita, from left, Denis Savard and Bobby Hull share a laugh during the opening ceremonies of the Blackhawks Convention at the Hilton Chicago in 2013.

Public visitation for Stan Mikita set for Sunday at United Center

May 9, 2019 at 4:03 a.m.

A public visitation for the late Stan Mikita will be held from Sunday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the United Center atrium, the Blackhawks on Wednesday announced. Parking will...

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