You’re probably wondering why you’re getting the BN Newsletter right now, and there’s a reason for that. As much as we loved the AM format, it became a challenge for me to work that into my evenings at home with the family, especially with the kids in baseball and other things.

So, we’re trying something new that we hope you’ll find equal value in.

Instead of waking up to the BN Newsletter, you’ll end your workday with it. Had a busy day at work and want to catch up on the day that was in Chicago sports before you sit down and relax for the evening or even in your break between work and running the kids around to their extracurricular activities, we’ve got a five-minute read for you to stay current!

All right, that’s enough of that. Let’s talk sports.

For the first time since Opening Day, Justin Steele will start for the Chicago Cubs tonight as they open their series with the San Diego Padres at Wrigley Field!

Steele will take Keegan Thompson’s spot on the 26-man roster and return from his left hamstring strain that he suffered in Texas in late March.

Yay! And also, a hat tip to Keegan Thomson, who was pretty good during this most recent stay with the big league club, posting a 3.38 ERA in 10.2 innings of work (across seven appearances).

Brett has more thoughts on the move and what it means for the Cubs pitching staff tonight.

More Chicago Cubs at Bleacher Nation

• Here’s tonight’s lineup post!

• And here’s Michael’s Cubs-Padres series preview:

Best of the Rest at Bleacher Nation Today

Chicago Bears

• With the NFL Draft in the books (and Caleb Williams’ first visit to Wrigley), Luis took some time this morning to take stock of what has transpired for the Bears to this point in the NFL offseason.

Chicago Blackhawks

• Tab addressed the Mitch Marner and Seth Jones rumors that won’t go away today.

Chicago Bulls

• Anthony Edwards has been receiving some lofty comparisons for his exceptional performances in NBA playoffs, and he gave his thoughts on being compared to Michael Jordan.

What’s on Deck?

• Cubs vs. Padres | 6:40 PM CT | Marquee