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The Blackhawks might be described as "Surly, grumpy and growly, as Chicago brings a two-game losing streak into San Jose, including a 9-2 thrashing by the Edmonton Oliers on Saturday.

A's offer arbitration to Willingham, DeJesus

The A's offered arbitration to free agents Josh Willingham and David DeJesus, the team announced in a media release Wednesday. Both outfielders have to accept or decline Oakland's offer by Dec. 7.

Moore joins McFadden, Ford among injured Raiders

The Raiders' walking wounded has seemingly gained a new member. Rookie receiver Denarius Moore was wearing a walking boot on his right foot as practice began Wednesday morning.

Blackhawks back from Vegas to face Sharks

After spending Saturday and Sunday night in Las Vegas on a team bonding trip, the Blackhawks arrived in San Jose on Monday night and practiced at HP Pavilion on Tuesday.

No NBA, but still reasons to be thankful

NBA Insider Matt Steinmetz misses NBA basketball just like the rest of us. But the Thanksgiving week prompted him to explore reasons to appreciate the lockout, such as the joy of watching college basketball.

Janikowski's hamstring still an issue

Sebastian Janikowski's left hamstring, which kept him out of Oakland's game against Kansas City on Oct. 23 and has hindered him ever since, is still a big issue. Even if it's not simply physical.

49ers' offense masters of improv

Offensive coordinator Greg Roman said the 49ers drew up a few plays on the fly in their win over the Cardinals. Those improvisational skills might come in handy again on Thanksgiving.

Willis adds motivational speaker to his game

There are a lot of comparisons to be made between Ravens veteran Ray Lewis and the 49ers' Patrick Willis. But one comparison that had not been made prior to this season is in the area of motivational speaking.

Cal blown out by Mizzou in CBE Classic finals

In the championship game of the College Basketball Experience Classic, Cal took its first loss of the young season, as Jorge Gutierrez and Co. couldn't stop a Mizzou squad that went on to win 92-53.

Mayock: Smith is earning role in 49ers' future

Mike Mayock, who will serve as the NFL Network analyst for the 49ers' Thanksgiving night game against the Ravens, says Alex Smith has earned the right to be the 49ers' QB for the foreseeable future.