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Silva is a Chicago-based journalist. He most recently worked as a digital editor at Playboy. Prior to that he was the web writer for Thunder.NBA.com and a Detroit Free Press sports writer. Follow him on Twitter at @silvawriter

12:01 am | Jan. 3

The NBA’s Best P.A. Announcer, A Decade After He Was Fired By The Chicago Bulls

More than decade later, the voice of former Bulls P.A. announcer Ray Clay is still missed. Where is he now, and why did he leave the Bulls?

12:01 am | Oct. 25

An NFL Prospect At…The University Of Chicago? Meet Dee Brizzolara

The University of Chicago’s Dee Brizzolara is one of the most talented college football players in Chicago, but you’ve probably never heard of him. Why might that be okay? Because NFL scouts have.

12:01 am | Oct. 18

Brainiac: How Chicagoan Steve Devick Is Tackling Concussions

From a high-profile new documentary film, to a super-simple on-field test that’s gaining legitimacy, Chicago-area optometrist, entrepreneur, multi-millionaire and bodybuilder Steve Devick is battling concussions, head on.