July Movie Preview - Film Feature

July Movie Preview - Film Feature

July flicks speak to Chicago jocks

Summer movies and Chicago started off having a lot in common. Both "The Break-up" and "The Lake House" were filmed right here in the windy city. But as we look ahead to July films, there aren't many Chicago connections … So we are going to have to create our own.

And what could be more Chicago than the upcoming Cubs-Soxs series? Below is a list of the movies getting buzz in the coming month and the player/manager the film most resembles. Confused? Just grab a hot dog, peanuts and a frosty beverage then read below.
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MLB 2006 Draft - Sports Feature

MLB 2006 Draft, Royals take Hochevar with Top Pick

The MLB draft might not grab the headlines like the NFL and NBA. After all there are 50 rounds over two days and teams don't even have to use all their picks, but this is still the chance for Major League Baseball clubs to build their teams of tomorrow. Last year's MLB Draft saw the Arizona Diamondbacks claim shortstop Justin Upton out of high school, but this year's draft would take a different direction.
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