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 Missed The Heckler Half Hour Comedy Spectacular a couple weeks ago? Check it out hereFriday, July 30, 2010 Guaranteed to be the best half hour of the next 60 minutes of your life In case you missed The Heckler's cable access show a couple weeks back because you had something better to do at 10 on a Sunday night, here it is for you to watch at your leisure. Read More Jordan criticizes LeBron, places $1 million bet on Heat to win title Monday, July 19, 2010 Ever the shrewd businessman and gambling addict, Michael Jordan put $1 million on the Heat to win the 2010-2011 NBA title on the same weekend he criticized LeBron James for joining the team. Read More David Stern emerges from month-long vacation to speak out against LeBron debacle Tuesday, July 13, 2010 NBA commish looking tan and well-rested after choatic month in league NBA Commissioner David Stern returned yesterday from his month-long vacation to speak out against the LeBron James "Decision" debacle and fine Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert $100,000 for the emotionally charged, comic sans letter to fans he posted just hours after James spurned his team for Miami. Read More  July '10 issue is out: Big Z returns, Cubs get Hall of Fame, Hawks make another big tradeMonday, July 12, 2010 Another month of unbelievable sports news With so much going on in Chicago's topsy-turvy sports world, The Heckler's July issue is here to help you make sense of it all. Read More  Chicago regrets trading Benny the Bull to free up cap space for LeBronFriday, July 9, 2010 Still believes ditching Hinrich was the right move As the Bulls off-loaded salaries to free up cap space in anticipation of a big free-agent signing, they got especially aggressive and made several big trades. Read More  Carmelo Watch: Bulls now set sights on botching a big free agent signing in 2011Thursday, July 8, 2010 Forman: 'A lot of options out there' After coming so close to signing superstar free agent LeBron James, only to see him head to the Miami Heat, Bulls GM Gar Forman is already looking forward to screwing up the free agent class of 2011. Read More  Sources: LeBron ESPN special pits Reinsdorf vs. Jay-Z in epic rap festThursday, July 8, 2010 Cavs will still probably re-sign him anyway In an interesting twist to the 2010 basketball free agency season, Bulls owner Jerry Reinsdorf tonight will face Jay-Z on ESPN tonight in a rap battle to determine where the reigning NBA MVP will play in the future. Read More  Free agents getting scared away by Gar Forman's foreheadWednesday, July 7, 2010 Bulls' fans worst fears may be realized this week as it appears the team will come up empty in their pursuit of any big name free agents. Lacking a “closer” within the organization to reel in the big fish, many are starting to point the finger at GM Gar Forman as the main reason why free agents are turning their backs to Chicago. Read More  LeBron calls hour-long press conference to announce he's not signing with TimberwolvesWednesday, July 7, 2010 James to hold press conference for each team he's not joining NBA superstar and prized free agent LeBron James announced Tuesday that he'll be hosting a nationally televised one-hour press conference Thursday in which he plans to announce he will not be signing with the Minnesota Timberwolves. Read More  Bulls fan doubts he can get behind a team without Deng and HinrichTuesday, July 6, 2010 Just a week after Kirk Hinrich was traded to Washington, the Bulls are talking with Portland about a Luol Deng deal and at least one fan is deflated. Read More  LeBron Watch: Blogger's ability to Photoshop James in Bulls jersey confirms he could sign with ChicagoFriday, July 2, 2010 Photo ranks as blogger's second-most popular posting of all time The NBA's free agency extravaganza is just now officially in session, but rampant, uninformed speculation has been going on for months. Read More  LeBron Watch: Bulls step up recruiting efforts by unveiling statue of James dunking over Jordan statueThursday, July 1, 2010 Paxson: 'We think he'll love walking by the statue of him dunking over Jordan however' As the NBA free agency season begins and speculation about LeBron James' destination has reached a fevered pitch. Many believe the Bulls' chances are limited by Michael Jordan's legacy, but the team made a major statement by erecting a statue of James dunking over the famous Jordan statue outside the United Center. Read More  LeBron Watch: Free agent sweepstakes to be decided by Willy Wonka Golden TicketWednesday, June 30, 2010 Riots break out around the country as promotion stirs a frenzy Looking to even the playing field and avoid any possible collusion scenarios, the NBA will officially award LeBron James to the team that finds a magic ticket in a candy bar. Commissioner David Stern personally placed a golden ticket inside of a Willy Wonka chocolate bar and wished good luck to fans in all NBA cities. Read More  LeBron Watch: Superstar free agent quits basketball to play for Indians' Double-A teamTuesday, June 29, 2010 Star follows in Jordan's footsteps The NBA's free agency roller coaster took another surprising turn today when LeBron James retired from basketball to play minor league baseball instead. Read More  LeBron Watch: Good news for Chicagoans? James spotted eating hot dog with no ketchupMonday, June 28, 2010 Blogger claims that confirms he's coming to Chicago The NBA free agent signing period is nearing and Chicagoans are deep in LeBron James fever. Read More Radio Brief: Bandwagon jumpers promise to remain Hawks fans, unless Bulls sign LeBron Wednesday, Jun. 16, 2010 People throughout the Chicagoland area say they'll stick with their new love, unless LeBron comes to the Bulls and makes basketball interesting again. Read More  June '10 Issue is out: Hawks are champs; Crosstown winner to be awarded 5th in AL WestFriday, June 11, 2010 All the unbelievable Chicago sports news you can handle With so much going on in Chicago's topsy-turvy sports world, The Heckler's June issue is here to help you make sense of it all. Read More  Hawks win first of 6 Stanley Cups over the next 8 years says fan who grew up watching Jordan's BullsThursday, June 11, 2010 'Can't be that hard' says fan who grew up watching Jordan and the Bulls The Blackhawks won their first Stanley Cup in nearly half a century with a thrilling OT win over the Flyers Wednesday night. Some die-hard fans are already calling it the first of multiple championships to come and comparing them to the Bulls of the '90s. Read More  Bulls offer jobs to members of LeBron's entourageWednesday, May 26, 2010 Other teams make compelling offers to James' cronies The rumors swirling around LeBron James' possible future as a Bull were stoked yesterday when the team reportedly offered four members of James' entourage "honorary positions" with the franchise. Read More Radio Brief: Bulls begin wooing of LeBron by offering jobs to members of his entourage Tuesday, May 25, 2010 The Bulls are hoping they can make the decision to sign with them easier for the league MVP by putting his lackeys on their payroll. Read More  Paxson to Stern: Can we get that No. 1 pick again?Wednesday, May 19, 2010 Bulls exec's pleading phone with NBA commish unearthed In a shocking development leading up to yesterday's NBA lottery, Bulls VP of Basketball Operations John Paxson apparently tried to tamper with the draft order to get the top pick. Read More  LeBron sends strong signal by wearing Knicks uniform against CeltsFriday, May 13, 2010 Star still refuses to comment on free agency status LeBron James may have tipped his hand in the looming free agency frenzy by wearing a Knicks uniform for most of the fourth quarter during the Cavs' elimination by the Celtics Thursday night. Read More  May '10 issue is out: Ricketts has first true 'Cubs fan' experience; Cubs use Groupon to unload Zambrano contract; and moreMonday, May 10, 2010 Crosstown Cup finally gives Cubs an opportunity to win a trophy; Kasper loses his cool on-air The Heckler's May issue has hit the streets and like every issue, this one's packed with unbelievable sports news. Read More  Weird-looking guy no one's heard of set to announce Del Negro terminationTuesday, May 4, 2010 Apparently Forman is Bulls general manager The termination of Bulls head coach Vinny Del Negro will be announced later today by a strange-looking executive of whom no one has heard. The executive who goes by the name "Gar" apparently has "very important" responsibilities that no one can name. Read More  Del Negro quits just to spite Paxson; Bulls considering hiring guy who's turned around BucksThursday, April 29, 2010 Chicago coach beats team to the punch The long-awaited end of Vinny Del Negro's tenure with the Bulls came Thursday, but not the way anyone expected. Read More Check out The Heckler on Chicago Public Radio's vocalo.org Wednesday at noon Wednesday, April 28, 2010 Even people who aren't 'experts' can participate Live chat about Chicago sports to be archived forever and forever after it ends at 1. Read More  LeBron gets octupal double in win over BullsMonday, April 26, 2010 Noah already making plans for weekday trip to Cleveland Cavs star LeBron James got a rare octupal double in Sunday's 121-98 rout of the Bulls to all but seal the playoff series for Cleveland. He scored 37 points, grabbed 11 rebounds, dished out 11 assists, swiped 12 steals, leaped for 10 blocks, pounded out 25 fist bumps, ate 13 Chicago hot dogs and banged 11 Luvabulls cheerleaders at halftime. Read More Bulls grab win over Cavs after James skips game to go sightseeing Friday, April 23, 2010 Cleveland superstar takes advantage of Chicago's scene The Bulls took advantage of a big break Thursday night, winning Game 3 of their playoff series, 108-106, as Cavs superstar LeBron James missed the game to get in some much-needed Chicago sightseeing. Read More  Joakim Noah unknowingly changes LeBron's plan to stay in ClevelandMonday, April 19, 2010 'You know, he's got a point' says James after Bulls center said Cleveland sucks With his comments about Cleveland, Joakim Noah unwittingly altered the free agent class of this summer. Upon hearing Noah say his team's town "sucks" and there's nothing to do there, LeBron James had second thoughts about his decision to sign with the "The Clev" in the offseason. Read More  Del Negro, Paxson to celebrate playoff berth with bare-knuckle brawlThursday, April 15, 2010 Turns out players get fired up by front office fisticuffs The Bulls qualified for the playoffs with a big win over Charlotte Wednesday night, just a day after it was revealed that head coach Vinny Del Negro and John Paxson got in a shoving match late last month during an argument over Joakim Noah's playing time. Read More  April '10 issue is out: Unknown relievers get nametags, Soto donates weight to Cubs Care and much moreMonday, April 12, 2010 Check out pics from Next Year Day The Heckler's April issue has hit the streets just in time for the Cubs home opener. Read More  102nd Annual Next Year Day: Party with The Heckler, Rick Telander and many more at Harry Caray's Sat, April 10Wednesday, April 7, 2010 This one promises to be the best one yet Join The Heckler and Rick Telander this Saturday, April 10, at Harry Caray's Tavern Wrigleyville for the 102nd Annual Next Year Day to celebrate the joy, frustration and eternal optimism that is ... Next Year! This one promises to be the best ever (yes, even better than 1946, 1970, 1985, 1990, 1999, 2004 and 2008 combined). Read More  Comcast SportsNet launches new show: Chicago Sports Team PR HourThursday, April 1, 2010 Network will will finally give local clubs a voice on the network they partially own Comcast SportsNet will debut its newest show, Chicago Sports Team PR Hour, next week. According to program director Ed Malone, the new offering will serve as an alternate viewpoint on the state of sports in the city. Read More Bulls advance to Sweet Sixteen Tuesday, March 23, 2010 Big win over Kansas sets team's sights on Final Four With a huge upset of top-seeded Kansas over the weekend, the Bulls advanced to the Sweet Sixteen of the NCAA basketball tournament. Jubilant players hugged each other and celebrated the unlikely win over No. 1 Kansas. Read More  March 10 issue is out: Cubs beer bong; Bloggers brawl; and much moreThursday, March 11, 2010 Among the headlines: Sox consider English broadcasts; Comcast launches new show The Heckler's March issue has hit the streets just in time for Spring Training's sweet spot. Read More Radio Brief: Only Bulls fan who still cares about this season upset over losing streak Friday, Mar. 5, 2010 Every other fan has moved on, looking forward to free agent signings. Read More  Noah still giggles every time someone says 'plantar fasciitis'Wednesday, February 24, 2010 'I love that word. Say it again!' His foot injury is serious enough to keep Joakim Noah on the bench for long stretches during recent games. But the Bulls center still finds his case of plantar fasciitis a laughing matter, giggling like a schoolgirl anytime anyone mentions the ailment. Read More  Derrick Rose to go 1-on-5 against T'Wolves tonightFriday, Feb. 19, 2010 Citing trades and injuries, Bulls trim active roster in Minnesota After a pair of big trades and some lingering injury issues, the Bulls roster is extremely depleted heading into tonight's game in Minnesota. As a result, head coach Vinny Del Negro announced Derrick Rose will play one-on-five against the Timberwolves. Read More  Feb. 10 Issue is out: First '10 Cubby Occurrence as Marlon Byrd eaten by huge Mesa Gila monsterFriday, Feb. 12, 2010 Among the headlines: Ricketts to compete for Gold in men's Winter Olympic figure skating; Steroid use up 50% among idiot Cardinals fans; and much, much more The Heckler's February issue has hit the streets to help ease your winter blues. We think it's our best ever, but we also thought signing Milton Bradley was a good move by Jim Hendry. Sometimes we're wrong. Read More  Six-year-old TV network to host its 22nd annual sports awards ThursdayWednesday, Feb. 10, 2010 Comcast continues history of not making sense Comcast SportsNet was founded in 2004, yet is hosting its 22nd Annual Comcast SportsNet Sports Awards dinner Thursday night at the Hilton Chicago. Some think it makes no sense that a six-year-old TV network could be hosting its 22nd annual award show, but Comcast SportsNet Chicago President Jim Corno doesn't care. Read More  Rose All-Star nod gives Bulls first thing to brag about since winning 6 championships more than a decade agoFriday, Jan. 29, 2010 Team happy guard avoided sophomore slump When Bulls guard Derrick Rose was named a backup All-Star Thursday, it marked Chicago's first All-Star rep since Michael Jordan in 1998. It also gives the Bulls their first bragging since the same year when their string of six World Championships came to an end. Read More  Jan. 10 Issue is out: Cubs Convention time!Friday, Jan. 15, 2010 Among the headlines: Cubs add ice rink to Hilton; Kitty O'Sheas unveils $24 'Convention fries'; and much more Great news: The Heckler's January issue has hit the streets just in time for the Cubs Convention. Once again, The Heckler will have a booth at the Hilton (No. 58 in the NW Hall.) We'll also be Tweeting like crazy, because that's what everyone else is doing. Read More Radio Brief: Bulls considering Lovie to replace equally inept Del Negro Wednesday, Dec. 30, 2009 Looking once again for incompetence in their coaching search, the Bulls might hire Lovie Smith if he becomes available. Read More  Del Negro refuses to answer phone on Christmas EveWednesday, Dec. 23, 2009 Fears Skiles-esque firing During a postgame press conference after the Bulls blew a 35-point lead against the Kings this week, a reporter asked head coach Vinny Del Negro what his plans will be for the Christmas holiday. A visibly shaken Del Negro shrugged. Read More Late game: Bulls finish too early for deadline, but they surely couldn't have blown a 30-point lead Tuesday, Dec. 22, 2009 'This was a really great win for our team' Del Negro probably said Monday night's Bulls-Kings game finished past The Heckler's deadline, but we're almost positive the Bulls pulled this one out. As of press time, the Bulls held a nearly insurmountable 23-point lead in the fourth quarter. Simply put, there's just no way they could have blown this one. Read More  Dec. 09 issue is out: NFL Today adds 10th host; Bears demoted to CFL; Hawks sign entire team for lifeTuesday, Dec. 22, 2009 Chicago sports news you won't find anywhere else Great news: The Heckler's December issue has hit the streets. In addition to our award-winning unbelievable Chicago sports coverage, this month The Heckler names its first-ever Sportsman of the Year. Here's a hint: His nickname should be "Pick Six." Read More Down and out Jordan redeems steak coupon after suing Dominick's for using his picture on it Tuesday, Dec. 22, 2009 Also bets 100k in Vegas that he'll win case News broke this week that Michael Jordan is suing grocery chains Jewel and Dominick's for using his likeness without his consent in ads congratulating him for his Hall of Fame induction this summer. The Dominick's ad in question included a coupon for steak, which the former superstar promptly redeemed to save a few bucks. Read More Bulls reach new level of suckiness with 35-point loss to Hawks Thursday, Dec. 10, 2009 Del Negro unsure how far low team can push itself Give the Bulls credit for one thing: They're never satisfied. Read More Radio Brief: Circus run at UC extended with Bulls playing role of clowns Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2009 While Ringling Bros. has left the United Center, the circus lives on with the Bulls playing like a bunch of clowns. Read More Bulls put up valiant effort, fall short against worst team in the history of basketball Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2009 Bulls take over title as worst team in league The Bulls fought and clawed their way back from a double-digit deficit, but fell just short Tuesday in a 103-101 to the New Jersey Nets, also known as the worst team in the history of of the NBA. Read More Gordon can't wait to show former teammates all the new 'defense' he's learned Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2009 'It's really cool, and real easy to do' When the Pistons come to the United Center for tonight's game, former Bulls guard Ben Gordon is excited to show his former team all the cool new skills he's learned--namely, how to play defense. Read More Noah 'out-uglies' Gasol in Bulls blowout loss to Lakers Friday, November 20, 2009 'I knew I was gonna have to be my ugliest tonight' The Bulls may have lost by 15 to the Lakers on Thursday, but Joakim Noah got the best of L.A.'s Pau Gasol in a battle of the two ugliest centers in the game. Read More  Nov. 09 issue is out: Cubs sign Kenny Powers; Bears lineman struggle, and much moreMonday, Nov. 16, 2009 Chicago sports news you won't find anywhere else Great news: The Heckler's November issue has hit the streets. As usual, it's packed full of unbelievable sports news. Read More Donaghy escapes from prison, waives off buzzer-beating shot Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2009 Disgraced former ref took Nuggets and the under Convicted felon/former NBA referee Tim Donaghy escaped from prison on Tuesday and arrived at the United Center just in time to waive off an apparent buzzer-beating basket by Brad Miller, as the Bulls fell to the Denver Nuggets, 90-89. Read More  Reinsdorf doesn't understand how Ricketts can love the team he now ownsWednesday, Nov. 4, 2009 Bulls, Sox owner claims to hate his teams and their fans Cubs owner Tom Ricketts is a longtime fan of his new ballclub, a fact that doesn't sit well with crosstown front office man Jerry Reinsdorf. Read More Radio Brief: Reinsdorf doesn't understand how Ricketts can love the team he owns Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009 The White Sox owner feels animosity towards team and its fans is the right way to go. Read More Del Negro scores 33 for Bulls in win over Senior League's Spurs in opener Friday, Oct. 30, 2009 Injured Rose also plays while hopping on one foot Bulls coach Vinny Del Negro scored 33 points and added 12 assists to lead an 85-79 win over the Spurs of the National Basketball Senior League in the team's season opener on Thursday. Read More Bulls fan still doesn't know who team drafted Thursday, Oct. 29, 2009 Longtime Bulls fan Joe Chomisecki admitted he couldn’t actually name either of the team's selections from June's NBA draft, despite his claims to the contrary. Read More  Local teen reclaims stolen possessions from 'Monsters in the Morning' setTuesday, Oct. 27, 2009 North claims to have bought everything off eBay for less than $100 Jimmy Kain of Lombard was relieved to learn that the contents of his bedroom--stolen two weeks ago in a home burglary--had been located safe and sound on the set of Comcast SportsNet's "Monsters in the Morning" TV show hosted by Mike North. Read More  Pistons find out Gordon is only 5-foot-2Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2009 Former Bull measures 5-foot-4 in boots After a recent workout, the Pistons came to the shocking revelation that free agent signee Ben Gordon is really only 5-foot-2. The Pistons found out after measuring the former Bulls guard, who they signed to a five-year, $55 million deal this summer. Read More  Oct 09 issue is out: New Soldier Field Carpet; Gregg's tasty new gig; Impact of Urlacher's injury on the population; and much moreFriday, Oct. 16, 2009 Chicago sports news you won't find anywhere else Great news: The Heckler's October issue has hit the streets. As usual, it's packed full of unbelievable sports news. Read More  Derrick Rose hopes to squeeze one more scandal in before seasonTuesday, Sept. 22, 2009 'I just want people to think I'm a badass' After a summer featuring a pair of scandals, soft-spoken Bulls phenom Derrick Rose is hoping to fit in one more major scandal before he begins his sophomore season. Rose has already has been in the media spotlight for an SAT test cheating scandal, as well as a surfaced photo where the Bulls guard was seen flashing a gang sign. Unsure how to top himself, Rose was seen booking trips to Las Vegas and Brazil. Read More  Watch Now: The Heckler's Sept. 2009 Unbelievable Video UpdateFriday, Sept. 18, 2009 Everything you'd have read in the Sept. issue if you weren't so damn lazy A look in video at the latest happenings in sports, including news on Jim Hendry and Carlos Zambrano, John Madden's retirement plans being ruined by Brett Favre, and the Bears being a little too eager to honor Jay Cutler. Read More  Sept 09 issue is out: Hendry's job hunt, Big Z's really big gig, Favre's un-retirement and much moreFriday, Sept. 11, 2009 Chicago sports news you won't find anywhere else Great news: The Heckler's September issue has hit the streets. As usual, it's packed full of unbelievable sports news. Read More  Aug 09 issue: Soto stuck in MRI machine; Fan with iPhone misses game; Cutler shows up in beer helmet; and much moreTuesday, Aug. 11, 2009 Cubs, Sox and Bears news you won't find anywhere else Great news: The Heckler's August issue has hit the streets. As usual, it's packed full of unbelievable sports news. Read More  July 09 issue is out: Busch Stadium gets indoor plumbing; Ozzie adopts Wrigley rat; and much moreThursday, July 09, 2009 Plenty of Cardinals, All-Star Game and Cubs news this month Great news: The Heckler's July issue has hit the streets. As usual, it's packed full of unbelievable sports news. Read More  Ben Gordon sentenced to 5 years in DetroitThursday, July 2, 2009 Bulls lose free agent shooting guard to Pistons Ben Gordon was dealt a major blow Wednesday night when the free agent shooting guard was sentenced to a legally binding five-year stint in Detroit. Read More Don't miss National 40oz Week at The Fifty/50 now until July 5 Tuesday, June 30, 2009 Great times and discounts on America's Most Patriotic Beverage The good folks at The Fifty/50 (2047 W. Division) are holding National 40oz Week now until July 5, co-sponsored by The Heckler. Take part in great events like Trivia Night, Old School Hip Hop Night, baseball promos and Hangover Day while enjoying discounts on the best 40oz goodness around. Read More The Heckler celebrates 1,000 Facebook friends Tuesday, June 30, 2009 For some reason, we signed up for an account and now people like it A while back, we at The Heckler started a Facebook account and Monday it gained its 1,000th fan. To celebrate this momentous occasion, we're offering current Facebook fans a deal they can't refuse: a chance to save 1,000 pennies on your next order from TheHeckler.com. That's $10 for all you non-math majors out there. Read More  Bulls top Cavs' Shaq trade by signing George MikanThursday, June 25, 2009 Mikan -- though deceased -- arguably is more mobile than O'Neal The Bulls tried to steal some headlines from the Cavaliers after their trade for Shaquille O'Neal today by announcing they had signed legendary deceased big man George Mikan. Read More  Derrick Rose admits O.J. Mayo played for him last seasonMonday, June 15, 2009 Troubled Bulls guard admits he doesn't even play basketball In the wake of a flurry of scandal, including questions about his high school grades and whether someone else took his SAT, Bulls point guard Derrick Rose stunned Chicago sports fans by admitting he does not even play basketball. Read More  June 09 issue is out: Bradley's mouth zippered shut; Ozzie holds insult seminar to prep for Wrigley; and much moreThursday, June 11, 2009 Also follow The Heckler on Twitter and Facebook Great news: The Heckler's June issue has hit the streets. As usual, it's packed full of unbelievable Chicago sports news. Also this month, The Heckler is co-sponsoring a pair of great events this month: unbeatable rooftop deals for Cubs-Twins and Cubs-Indians and National 40 oz. Week at The Fifty/50. Spread the word! Read More  Joakim Noah finds suitable way to cope with playoff eliminationThursday, May 14, 2009 Big man frolicks on Carribbean beach with beautiful naked woman It's been nearly two weeks since the Bulls were eliminated from the playoffs, but big man Joakim Noah has found a way to cope with the pain. After losing a highly contested series against the Celtics, the center/forward was seen frolicking on a Caribbean beach with a beautiful naked woman. Read More  May 09 issue is out: Lou gets moving walkway to speed up mound trips; Contreras recalls days with Ty Cobb; ESPN: Cornhole launchesFriday, May 8, 2009 Also introducing The Heckler Fan Pass Great news: The Heckler's May issue has hit the streets. As usual, it's packed full of unbelievable Chicago sports news. Read More Screamin' Johnny Blaze labels Thursday's Bulls game the greatest NBA game ever Friday, May 1, 2009 Screamin' Johnny Blaze was at Game 6 at the United Center and ranks it among his top five days of all time. Read More Rondo signs contract with Packers Friday, May 1, 2009 Celtics guard finds a way to be even more hated by Chicago fans After Thursday night's triple overtime loss to the Bulls, reviled Celtics point guard Rajon Rondo announced he had signed a contract with the Green Bay Packers. Read More  The Heckler Pledge: No more Joakim Noah jokes for at least a monthFriday, May 1, 2009 Tough to make fun of the guy after a game like that Editors at The Heckler late Thursday night made a pledge: No more Joakim Noah jokes for at least a month after he came through with a career game in a stirring three-overtime playoff win against Boston. Read More Bulls fan leaves game after Celtics take late 8-point lead Friday, May 01, 2009 'What was the final score, anyway?' asks Downers Grove man who wanted to beat traffic Downers Grove resident Keith Oglewicz was pumped to get a ticket to Thursday's Game 6 of the Bulls' playoff series against Boston. But the disgruntled Bulls fan left in disgust after the Bulls blew a 12-point lead in the fourth quarter and trailed the Celtics, 99-91. Read More Derrick Rose wins ROY over O.J. Mayo, a bunch of guys you've never heard of Wednesday, April 22, 2009 Bulls guard Derrick Rose won the Rookie of the Year award on Wednesday, beating out Memphis guard O.J. Mayo and four guys nobody's ever heard of. Read More Del Negro defends use of hairstyle after Game 2 loss Wednesday, April 22, 2009 A day after losing Game 2 to the Boston Celtics in their first-round playoff series, Bulls coach faced tough criticism from the media, but vehemently defended his use of hair style during the game. Read More  Bulls bench-warmer admits to pulling a 'Gillooly' on KGFriday, April 17, 2009 Linton Johnson: 'I got him real good' The Heckler has found out the cause behind Celtics star Kevin Garnett's missing Boston's upcoming playoff series with the Bulls, and possibly the entire postseason: A Gillooly job from Bulls bench-warmer Linton Johnson. Read More ESPN pretends to care about Chicago long enough to launch new local Web site Monday, April 13, 2009 Berman butchering names of Hawks players highlights new site Long accused of an East Coast bias, ESPN unveiled a new Web site focusing on Chicago sports today. Featuring a slick design, the site debuted with little substance. Most content was just repurposed from its national brands. Read More  April 09 issue is out: Cubs to wear Snuggies; Santo gets mohawk; Reed is scrappyFriday, April 10, 2009 Be sure to sign up for The Heckler's Miller Park trip May 9 Great news: The Heckler's April issue has hit the streets. As usual, it's packed full of unbelievable Chicago sports news. Read More Bandwagon fans overstimulated for two hours Tuesday night Wednesday, April 8, 2009 New hope for Blackhawks, a fresh season for the Cubs and, well, the Bulls all keep fans entertained without threat of commercial interruption Wins from the Blackhawks and Bulls plus a Cubs extra-inning loss equal one sore remote finger for the bandwagon fan. Read More  Luvabull unveils new tramp stampSaturday, March 28, 2009 Dancer claims lower back tattoo captures her essence While the new-look Bulls battle it out for a playoff spot, the Luvabulls have a new look of their own after veteran dancer Feather Daniels showed up to a recent practice with a brand-new tramp stamp tattoo on her lower back. Read More  March 09 issue is out: Zambrano Twitters between pitches; Soto's brow wax; Konerko replacedWednesday, March 18, 2009 Be sure to attend Next Year Day April 3 at Harry Caray's Wrigleyville Great news: The Heckler's March issue has hit the streets. As usual, it's packed full of unbelievable Chicago sports news. Read More  Confusion abounds as Bulls and Celtics both wear St. Patty's greenGame recap from Tuesday, March 17, 2009 Chicago somehow holds on for big 127-121 win over Boston The Bulls honored the St. Patty's tradition of sporting green uniforms Tuesday night. Unfortunately so did the Celtics and all hell broke loose. Neither team knew which players to guard or pass to, but Chicago somehow held on for a six-point win. Read More  Second time's a charm: Bulls get Tim Thomas from KnicksThursday, Feb. 19, 2009 Whiney big man promises to actually try this time Tim Thomas lasted only three games with the Bulls in 2006 before he whined himself out of town. Now he's back and promising the second time will be a charm. Read More Radio Brief: Paxson considering stepping down to spend more time with players he loves Friday, Feb. 13, 2009 The Bulls GM is tired of being stuck in his office, away from the people he loves, Bulls players. Read More  The Feb. 09 Issue is out: New Cubs owner actually a Cards fan, Obama becomes first Sox fan to wear suit to workFriday, Feb. 13, 2009 Time is running out to book your Spring Training Trip with The Heckler Great news: The Heckler's February issue has hit the streets. As usual, it's packed full of unbelievable Chicago sports news. Read More Pistons honor 'Red' Kerr by giving away game to Bulls Game recap from Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2009 'I loved that cat on 'Sanford & Son' says Rasheed Wallace The Bulls honored longtime player, coach and announcer Johnny "Red" Kerr on Tuesday night by giving him a halftime ceremony and dedicating the United Center court to him. The Pistons honored him by blowing a 14-point lead in the fourth quarter, and giving the game away in an eventual 107-102 Bulls win. Read More On Deck Radio Report: Bulls will figure out a way to spend even less on their head coach and other predictions Monday, Jan. 26, 2009 This week's predictions: John Paxson will save Reinsdorf some money by doing a two for one, the Cubs new owner will shoot down a rumor, and Kurt Warner will receive a devine message. Read More Bulls manage to lose to a team with less heart than they have Game recap from Monday, Jan. 29, 2009 Lackluster Bulls drop Monday matinee in New York The Bulls managed another milestone on Monday in an already remarkable season of lackluster play and mailing it in. They managed to lose to the Knicks, a team with even less heart than they have, 102-98. Read More Radio Brief: Forgotten Bulls forced to play on ice at the UC Friday, Jan. 16, 2009 The United Center's basketball tenants have become second-class citizens in their own home. Read More  The Jan. 09 issue is out: Blago appoints Woo-Woo & Kasper gets hammered at ConventionFriday, January 16, 2009 Also check out The Heckler's booth at the Cubs Convention Just in time for the 2009 Cubs Convention, The Heckler's January issue has hit the streets. Read More  Hinrich returns from injured list able to touch the rimTuesday, Jan. 13, 2009 First time hops-challenged guard draws rim in his life Bulls guard Kirk Hinrich returned from an extended stint on the injured list Monday night finding he is now able to touch the rim, once an out-of-reach fantasy. Read More Gordon fulfills pledge to 'make it snow,' but Bulls fall to Bobcats anyway Game recap from Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2008 Skilling says never before has a man's jumper brought snow Bulls guard Ben Gordon made a pledge before Tuesday's game at Charlotte to "make it snow" on the Bobcats. Unfortunately, the Bulls melted like a snowman in July in a 110-101 OT loss. Read More Bulls beat Knicks, Duhon defects back to Chicago Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2008 Guard on New York: 'I ain't never going back there' The Bulls beat New York 105-100 Tuesday, despite former Bulls guard Chris Duhon's 15 points, 14 assists and 9 rebounds for the Knicks. Following the game, the Bulls harbored Duhon as a defector of Knicks Nation. Read More Miller gets revenge on Rose by beating Bulls, stabbing him in the chest Game recap from Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2008 Literal interpretation of 76ers coach results in severe injury to Chicago's budding star Just days after getting schooled by Bulls rookie Derrick Rose, Philadelphia guard Andre Miller got his revenge on Rose and the Bulls by leading the 76ers to a 103-95 road win on Tuesday, then stabbing Rose in the chest. Read More Noah spurs last-second game-winner by cheering from bench Game recap from Monday, Nov. 24, 2008 Buzzer beat nets second win on Circus Trip Larry Hughes may get all the credit for hitting the game-winning shot at the buzzer in Monday's 101-100 win over Utah, but unsung hero Joakim Noah made it all possible with his exuberant cheering throughout the fourth quarter. Read More |
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