My recent posts on ESPNChicago.com:
• Brian McBride (pictured right) among three finalists for MLS Comeback Player of the Year
• Can the Fire make up their one-goal playoff deficit this Saturday? Click to continue reading...

CLICK HERE to read my ESPNChicago.com post from the Chicago Fire's 2-1 loss to the New England Revolution in Game 1 of their Eastern Conference semifinal series. It features a recap, analysis and commentary from Fire midfielder Chris Rolfe, who scored Chicago's lone goal.

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My recent posts on ESPNChicago.com:
• Oct. 31: Game 1 preview - Chicago Fire at New England Revolution
• Oct. 30: Time is now for Fire - Chicago has dealt with distractions all season
• Oct. 30: This date in Fire history: Oct. 30, 1998 - Fire complete 'double' with U.S. Open Cup victory
Also noteworthy:
• Chicago Tribune: What Chicago Fire need to do in playoffs
• Pitch Invasion's The Sweeper: Beckham and Blanco move on -- can MLS? Click to continue reading...

My recent posts on ESPNChicago.com:
• Oct. 29: Mike Banner's versatility pays off
• Oct. 28: Fire's, Rev's depth put to test this season
Also in the news:
• Cuauhtemoc Blanco: Blanco to leave Fire for Mexico
• U.S WNT: U.S. tops Germany, 1-0 / Local focus: Red Stars forward Ella Masar came into the game in the 73rd minute for Amy Rodriguez. Click to continue reading...

Fire, Revs square off for eighth postseason affair
On my ESPNChicago.com Chicago Fire blog, I list the complete rundown of the playoff history between the Fire and New England Revolution. CLICK HERE to read my post. Click to continue reading...

Plus, a look back at a memorable day in Fire history
On my ESPNChicago.com Chicago Fire blog, I note the schedule for the upcoming playoff series between the Fire and New England Revolution, and mention the 11th anniversary of the Fire's 1998 MLS Cup (right). Read the below links from Sunday's ESPN Chicago posts:
• This date in Fire history: Oct. Click to continue reading...

On my ESPNChicago.com Chicago Fire blog, I take a quick look at some international soccer news involving a couple of former Fire players. Most noteworthy was Rennes defender Carlos Bocanegra, who returned from his one-game suspension.
• From red to green: Former Fire defender helps Rennes blank Montpellier Click to continue reading...

The Chicago Fire host Chivas USA for a 7 p.m. match Thursday at Toyota Park. With a win or draw, Chicago guarantees itself a postseason spot.
Here are several links posted Wednesday at my ESPNChicago.com Chicago Fire blog:
• Chivas vs. Fire notebook: Fire defender Conde questionable with flu-like symptoms
• Zach Thornton: 'I'm glad I got through it': Catching up with the ex-Fire goalkeeper
• This date in Chicago Fire history: Oct. Click to continue reading...

For my latest bits of Chicago Fire news, notes, commentary and interviews, feel free to bookmark my ESPNChicago.com Fire page. I anticipate updating it on a daily basis, with several posts per day on occasion.
My first entry includes a detailed look at the Fire's playoff scenario entering Thursday's match against Chivas USA. Click to continue reading...