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RED SOX NOTEBOOK -- Back tightness keeps Kenley Jansen from making his scheduled appearance -- If the closer has any more setbacks this spring, it's likely that he'll start the season on the injured list.11 hours ago
RED SOX -- Red Sox reassign second baseman Nick Yorke and nine others as Opening Day approaches -- Alex Cora praised Yorke's defense this spring, but said his lack of versatility limited his playing opportunities.13 hours ago
PATRIOTS -- What a trade between the Vikings and Texans has to do with the Patriots' No. 3 draft pick -- Could New England really deal their top choice? Don't rule it out ...3 hours ago
FIGURE SKATING -- Norwood pairs skaters Emily Chan and Spencer Howe are feeling uplifted as they head to Worlds -- Howe seems to be recovered from last May's shoulder surgery, so hopes are high for the competition in Montreal.1 day ago
COLLEGES -- Dartmouth refuses to bargain with basketball team, beginning likely federal fight over unionization effort -- In a statement announcing its refusal to bargain a labor deal with the athletes, the school was adamant that it believes "athletes in the Ivy League are not employees."12 minutes ago
Who will win the Hobey Baker? We'll get a preview in this weekend's Hockey East games.12 minutes ago
The Red Sox will honor the 2004 World Series champs and late Tim Wakefield at their April 9 home opener. See how.26 minutes ago
Braintree's Nicolas Timberlake has turned an underdog career into an NCAA Tournament berth with Kansas26 minutes ago
It's time for March Madness. Here are 16 reasons to get excited about what's about to unfold.12 minutes ago
With good-not-great results in free agency, the Patriots really need this draft to be a hit2 hours ago
HIGH SCHOOLS -- They're champs! See the results of the high school hockey and basketball title games. -- Over three days, 16 teams were crowned Massachusetts state champions in hockey or basketball. Read what made each of their journeys unique.20 hours ago
SPORTS MEDIA -- Sports Illustrated's owner reaches deal with Minute Media, which publishes Players' Tribune, to take over -- Minute Media is not acquiring SI but rather buying the publishing rights from SI's owner, Authentic Brands Group, a brand ownership firm that owns the intellectual property.17 hours ago
HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL -- Facing its hardest test, Worcester North boys' basketball had all the answers to complete another perfect season -- The Polar Bears took their two biggest punches in their last two games, but fought back both times to win a second consecutive Division 1 state title and stretch their unbeaten run to 45 games.11 hours ago
RED SOX -- Rule 5 pick Justin Slaten is a keeper, and other thoughts on the Red Sox -- A few readers have emailed suggesting the Sox must have missed a preexisting injury with Lucas Giolito when he had his physical. That's a convenient excuse but incorrect in this case.14 hours ago
COLLEGE BASKETBALL -- See the men's and women's NCAA Tournament brackets -- UConn is the No. 1 overall seed. The Huskies are hoping to defend their title, and the road will go through Boston.20 hours ago
COLLEGE BASKETBALL -- The road to the Final Four goes through Boston: Breaking down the 16 teams that could play at TD Garden -- It's an East region that includes three of last year's Final Four teams — UConn, San Diego State, and Florida Atlantic — and one heavy favorite.1 day ago
COLLEGE BASKETBALL -- UConn will try to repeat as men's NCAA Tournament champion after earning No. 1 overall seed -- The Huskies were placed in the East Region, and Houston, Purdue, and North Carolina earned No. 1 seeds in their respective regions.1 day ago
COLLEGE BASKETBALL -- South Carolina women's basketball earns No. 1 overall seed en route to trying to run the table -- Caitlin Clark and Iowa also received a No. 1 seed, and a rematch with the Gamecocks wouldn't possibly occur until the national championship game.16 hours ago
PATRIOTS -- Patriots sign free agent K.J. Osborn to bolster wide receiver corps -- The 5-foot-11-inch, 203-pounder averaged 53 catches over the last three seasons with the Vikings.3 hours ago
RED SOX -- Nick Yorke may be taking a back seat in spring training, but he's learning what to do to make Red Sox continue to take notice -- The second baseman, Boston's first-round pick in 2020, was a non-roster invitee to camp.18 hours ago
KEVIN PAUL DUPONT | ON HOCKEY -- The men in the middle are making the difference: A deeper look at the Bruins' top-tier center play -- While the Charlie Coyle-Pavel Zacha ascendancy to the top two center spots has been truly remarkable, Morgan Geekie and youngster John Beecher also are holding their own.14 hours ago
BRACKET -- What is the best uniform in Boston sports history? Cast your votes now. -- Is it the Patriots threads of the 1980s? How about a Celtics alternate? Boston.com picked the 16 contenders. Now you need to vote.1 day ago
COLLEGE HOCKEY -- The Hockey East tournament semifinals are set. See which four teams advanced to TD Garden. -- Boston College is the team to beat, but Boston University will try to repeat as champs.1 day ago
The terrifying Orioles, the real-deal Paul Skenes, and more trends to note from spring training around the league -- The Orioles are a terror: Baltimore won 16 of its first 21 games and led the Grapefruit League in runs.1 day ago
Breaking down the top stories of a boring first week of NFL free agency -- Still, dozens of players still changed teams, and hundreds of millions of dollars were awarded in contracts.17 hours ago
Former NBA stars Jerry Stackhouse and Juwan Howard couldn't pass the test coaching in college -- Both were fired this past week after five seasons in charge; Stackhouse at Vanderbilt and Howard at Michigan.1 day ago
The Oilers' Zach Hyman has become one of the top unrestricted free agent signings in NHL history -- The Maple Leafs weren't sweating it much when the gritty, homegrown winger quietly skipped out of town in the summer of 2021.2 days ago
ALEX SPEIER -- Behind the scenes at the Red Sox training academy in the Dominican Republic -- The gleaming facility in El Toro has become an important part of the team's talent pipeline — a place where big-league dreams can take shape.2 days ago
RED SOX -- Photos: A week in the Dominican Republic with the Red Sox -- Earlier this month, the Globe traveled to the Dominican to tell the stories of players like Brayan Bello. Here are some of our favorite images from the trip.3 days ago
In this gym, he's just dad: A night of Wellesley High basketball with Brad Stevens -- The Celtics president of basketball operations took great pleasure in dropping his executive role and watching his son play for Wellesley this season.10 days ago
'He was always ahead of the game': DeMarcus Covington was destined to coach. Now he's leading the Patriots defense. -- The new Patriots defensive coordinator always showed a superb comprehension and ability and to connect with teammates.10 days ago
Bill Belichick built a dynasty here, and did it his way -- His 24-year reign with the Patriots will be remembered for an uncompromising approach, occasional controversy, and six Super Bowl triumphs.10 days ago
The NBA's hottest prospect is a 17-year-old from Maine. Meet Cooper Flagg. -- Flagg's rise has been accompanied by two recurring questions: How good is he really? And how did this happen?1 month ago
Seeing sports in all 50 states? Bob Ryan completes journey with a flourish in South Dakota. -- The author's vocational duties and avocational interests have taken him to games all over the country — quite literally.16 days ago
The Globe has selected football All-Scholastics for 120 years. See who made the all-time team. -- The Globe has selected a football All-Scholastic team every year since 1903. To celebrate this anniversary, we chose the best player at each position — based on their career after high school — for inclusion on our all-time team.1 month ago
'An inspiration and a north star': Brayan Bello's journey from the Dominican Republic to $55 million man -- The righthander's climb was an uphill battle from the age of 15, when he left home to train, and now he stands as an example for other young Dominicans.6 days ago
The Salem Bruins? The Hartford Patriots? Remembering when Boston teams almost left the city. -- The Capitals and Wizards are planning to leave Washington, D.C. The same thing has been threatened by owners of every pro team in the Boston area. Let's take a walk down memory lane.3 months ago
The grooming of an NFL head coach: Why Jerod Mayo was destined for this position -- Since his days as a high school standout, Mayo has demonstrated the qualities of a natural leader and teacher.21 days ago
Augusta National -- There's a reason they call it 'heaven'7 months ago
Indianapolis Motor Speedway -- From the Brickyard to the Snake Pit7 months ago
Lambeau Field -- The windchill is 7 degrees. Who cares?7 months ago
Churchill Downs -- A weeklong party for a two-minute race7 months ago
Cameron Indoor Stadium -- The Crazies are one of a kind7 months ago
Michigan Stadium -- The fun starts early at The Big House7 months ago
Fenway Park -- A love affair spawned from the 'Impossible Dream'7 months ago
Report: Blake Snell signs two-year deal with Giants, has opt out after 2024 season11 hours ago
Among Red Sox pitchers, there's a growing concern about a wave of injuries around the game13 hours ago
Monday's spring training report: Another solid start for Nick Pivetta17 hours ago
Patriots mailbag: There could be more roster-building before next month's draft45 minutes ago
NFL docks 49ers draft pick, drops second pick down after salary cap error15 hours ago
New Patriot Antonio Gibson says he isn't here to be just a third-down back17 hours ago
With just 14 games left in the regular season, the Celtics have time to try some new things on for size12 minutes ago
Derrick White notches first triple-double as Celtics fire on all cylinders against sputtering Pistons26 minutes ago
Sam Hauser out of Celtics lineup vs. Pistons with ankle sprain but avoids serious injury13 hours ago
Pistons at Celtics: Boston without Jayson Tatum as it looks for sixth straight win13 hours ago
Roslindale's Caitrin Lonergan acquired by PWHL Boston in three-player trade with Ottawa8 hours ago
Morgan Geekie's slap-shot goal was a rare glimpse these days of the once regularly-used weapon14 hours ago
Panthers' Dmitry Kulikov suspended two games for head hit on Winchester's Conor Sheary14 hours ago
Bruins ex-bench boss Claude Julien would coach again — if the situation was right1 day ago
Is there a way to slow Iowa's Caitlin Clark in March Madness? Here's how some have tried.14 hours ago
Nottingham Forest, home of former Revolution keeper Matt Turner, falls into Premier League relegation spot after points penalty15 hours ago
The Revolution aren't as bad as their MLS record, but not as good as their CONCACAF record, either21 hours ago
Four takeaways as the Revolution fall at home against FC Cincinnati22 hours ago
Revolution's MLS hole grows to 0-4-0 after home loss to FC Cincinnati1 day ago