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The Chicago Fire is a professional soccer team founded in 1997 that plays its games at Toyota Park in Bridgeview. In its first season in Major League Soccer, the Fire won the 1998 MLS Cup with a 2-0 victory over D.C. United. Since then, the Fire has lost the 2000 and 2003 MLS Cup finals. The team has had four head coaches, Bob Bradley (1998-2002), Dave Sarachan (2003-2007), Juan Carlos Osorio (2007) and Denis Hamlett who took over in 2008.
Cuauhtemoc Blanco became the franchise's highest-paid player of all time when he signed in April 2007 for $2.67 million per season. Other international stars that have worn t...
Cuauhtemoc Blanco became the franchise's highest-paid player of all time when he signed in April 2007 for $2.67 million per season. Other international stars that have worn t...
The Chicago Fire is a professional soccer team founded in 1997 that plays its games at Toyota Park in Bridgeview. In its first season in Major League Soccer, the Fire won the 1998 MLS Cup with a 2-0 victory over D.C. United. Since then, the Fire has lost the 2000 and 2003 MLS Cup finals. The team has had four head coaches, Bob Bradley (1998-2002), Dave Sarachan (2003-2007), Juan Carlos Osorio (2007) and Denis Hamlett who took over in 2008.
Cuauhtemoc Blanco became the franchise's highest-paid player of all time when he signed in April 2007 for $2.67 million per season. Other international stars that have worn the Fire jersey are Peter Nowak, Hristo Stoichkov, Lubos Kubik, Jorge Campos, and Paulo Wanchope. The Fire has produced several U.S. stars as well, including Chris Armas, Carlos Bocanegra, DaMarcus Beasley, Josh Wolff, Ante Razov, Chris Rolfe and Justin Mapp. In recent years, the Fire has undergone many changes with John Guppy replacing Peter Wilt as GM in 2005, the team leaving Soldier Field for Toyota Park in 2006, and private investment firm Andell Holdings, LLC. buying the team from AEG in 2007. The Fire has earned a reputation for its success in the U.S. Open Cup tournament, winning the competition an MLS-record four times (1998, 2000, 2003, 2006). The team is also well-known for its supporters group, Section 8, which is considered one of the best and most rabid fan bases in the league.
Cuauhtemoc Blanco became the franchise's highest-paid player of all time when he signed in April 2007 for $2.67 million per season. Other international stars that have worn the Fire jersey are Peter Nowak, Hristo Stoichkov, Lubos Kubik, Jorge Campos, and Paulo Wanchope. The Fire has produced several U.S. stars as well, including Chris Armas, Carlos Bocanegra, DaMarcus Beasley, Josh Wolff, Ante Razov, Chris Rolfe and Justin Mapp. In recent years, the Fire has undergone many changes with John Guppy replacing Peter Wilt as GM in 2005, the team leaving Soldier Field for Toyota Park in 2006, and private investment firm Andell Holdings, LLC. buying the team from AEG in 2007. The Fire has earned a reputation for its success in the U.S. Open Cup tournament, winning the competition an MLS-record four times (1998, 2000, 2003, 2006). The team is also well-known for its supporters group, Section 8, which is considered one of the best and most rabid fan bases in the league.
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Big Brown named favorite for $1M Haskell
Kentucky Derby and Preakness winner Big Brown drew the No. 4 post and was made the 1-2 favorite for Sunday's $1 million Haskell Invitational at Monmouth Park in Oceanport, N.J. A field of seven 3-year-olds was entered yesterday for the Grade I Haskell,...Tags: Colleges and Universities, Maryland, Triple Crown, Cuauhtemoc Blanco, Contracts
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Goal-oriented
For RedEyeUber-talented Chicago Fire goalie Jon Busch talked with RedEye about the Fire's championship hopes and more. Below is his full interview. How does it feel to miss out on the July 24 All-Star game? It's a little bit of a bummer. When you lead the...Tags: Columbus Blue Jackets, New York Rangers, Injuries, Multi-Sport Events, Diego Gutierrez
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One year later, David Beckham's effect on MLS is debated
Los Angeles Times Staff WriterSo here we are, one year later, and David Beckham is strolling across the grass toward a handful of writers huddled like obedient sheep waiting to hear his every word. It is a Beckham "availability" moment, in the words of the Galaxy, which, one year...Tags: ESPN, World Cup, Tony Meola, Multi-Sport Events, Cuauhtemoc Blanco
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Heat promotes scout Kammerer
The Heat has promoted scout Chad Kammerer to assistant coach. Among his responsibilities will be assisting in game planning, scouting, player development and other duties assigned by new coach Erik Spolestra. "He has a great basketball mind and comes from...Tags: Beijing Games, Trials, National Collegiate Athletic Association, National Hockey League, Basketball
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David Beckham, Landon Donovan pick as All-Stars
Galaxy stars David Beckham and Landon Donovan headline the roster for the MLS All-Star Game, which will be played July 24 in Toronto against the English Premier League club West Ham United. Also selected to the team were midfielders Sacha Kljestan of...Tags: Multi-Sport Events, All Stars, Cuauhtemoc Blanco, Jimmy Conrad, Matt Reis
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Sports blogwatch
Sentinel Staff WriterMajor League Soccer rights some wrongs Some deserving players were added to the MLS all-star roster for next week's game against West Ham United. Coach Steve Nicol selected Juan Pablo �ngel (forward, New York Red Bulls), Jim Brennan (defender,...Tags: Pablo Mastroeni, Edson Buddle, Jimmy Conrad, Matt Reis, Major League Baseball
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The sports world in 60 seconds
'This stuff hurts a lot of people. I mean, it hurts. I'm not talking about physically hurting, but the sensitivity.' -- TED THOMPSON, GREEN BAY PACKERS GM TALKING ABOUT RETIRED QB BRETT FAVRE ASKING FOR HIS RELEASE FROM THE TEAM. NFL Packers GM, coach...Tags: Indianapolis Colts, Ryan Johnson, Beijing Games, Football, Green Bay Packers
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Cuauhtemoc Blanco returns to friendly territory
HoyCuauhtemoc Blanco faced Chivas USA for the first time Sept. 29, wearing the Chicago Fire jersey. For fans who knew Blanco when he wore the Club America colors, and was a leading player battling Chivas of Guadalajara in Mexico's top league, this was not...Tags: Cuauhtemoc Blanco, Soccer, Home Depot Incorporated
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Chivas USA puts on a show in victory
Los Angeles Times Staff WriterIf there were only one image to be saved from Thursday night's Major League Soccer match in Carson, Sacha Klje- stan would feature in it. Twenty-six minutes into the game between Chivas USA and the Chicago Fire, the U.S. Olympic team midfielder ran...Tags: Cuauhtemoc Blanco, Soccer, Diego Gutierrez, Jon Busch, Home Depot Incorporated
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Robbie Findley scores to lead Real Salt Lake over Chivas USA
Los Angeles Times Staff WriterNow in its fourth season, Real Salt Lake is still looking to make its mark in Major League Soccer, its solid crowds and soon-to-open stadium in Sandy, Utah, notwithstanding. Unlike Chivas USA, which also joined the league in 2005 and has twice made the...Tags: Cuauhtemoc Blanco, Nick Rimando, Peter Nowak, Soccer, Home Depot Incorporated
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Wilmette: A small-town oasis on the North Shore
Tribune ReporterThis article contains corrected information. A year ago Carole Casey, a New Jersey teacher nearing retirement, toured North Shore condominiums as possible places to be close to her daughter, who lives in Winnetka. Casey, 68, was not impressed until...Tags: Golf, Homes, Fires, Chicago Real Estate, Schools
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Chicago to-dos
For RedEyeIf you're overwhelmed by Chicago's seemingly endless supply of staycation options, there is hope. The secret is to create a specific plan ahead of time, said Dorothy Coyle, director of the Chicago Office of Tourism. Once you've done that, she said,...Tags: ESPN, U.S. Cellular Field, Garfield Park Conservatory, Art Institute of Chicago, Wrigley Field
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