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ESPN insider: It’s ‘a little silly’ to mention Patriots in playoffs conversation at this point
Patriots “When you’re 0-2 the playoffs are usually tough. Only 31 of 270 teams that began a season 0-2 qualified for the postseason since 1990.” Mac Jones. Maddie Meyer/Getty Images Bill Belichick described the ‘biggest thing’ that’s held back 0-2 Patriots ‘Did you see it?’: Pat McAfee explained how a small detail might have led […]
Report: Malcolm Brogdon angry with Celtics after failed Clippers trade
Celtics “I don’t think communication between the two sides has been fruitful.” Malcolm Brogdon is reportedly unhappy with the Celtics. Jim Davis/Globe Staff The Boston Celtics may have to fix their relationship with one of their most important players. HBO’s ‘Winning Time’ ends with Celtics winning championship…sort of 5 things to know about new Celtic […]
‘Did you see it?’: Pat McAfee explained how a small detail might have led to Patriots’ field goal block
Patriots McAfee, a former punter (and holder), also discussed his own history with Bill Belichick’s detailed scouting. Brenden Schooler celebrates his field goal block for the Patriots against the Dolphins with teammates Jahlani Tavai and Matthew Slater. Photo by Adam Glanzman/Getty Images Brenden Schooler’s third quarter field goal block for the Patriots in Sunday’s Week […]
Garrett Whitlock’s lost year mirrors that of his Red Sox, and is just as troubling
Red Sox Garrett Whitlock missed most of May and most of July with a pair of elbow injuries. Jim Davis/Globe Staff COMMENTARY The Red Sox quietly churned on this weekend, walked off twice in Toronto in a sweep that continued their weeks-long trend of making them easy to ignore. After four straight losses, 10 losses […]
Rafael Devers makes history in Sunday’s loss to Blue Jays
Red Sox At just 26 years old, the Red Sox third baseman now has career numbers comparable to all-time greats. With his ninth-inning homer, Boston’s Rafael Devers achieved two feats that few Red Sox players have ever done before. Andrew Lahodynskyj/The Canadian Press via AP Corey Kluber will not pitch again for Red Sox this […]
Dolphins’ Mike McDaniel tipped his hat to Patriots’ creative field goal block
Morning Sports Update McDaniel said he “hadn’t seen that before” of Brenden Schooler’s unorthodox special teams play. Brenden Schooler blocks the Dolphins’ field goal during the Week 2 matchup against the Patriots. Matthew J. Lee/Globe Staff Dolphins’ coach Mike McDaniel’s reaction to the Patriots’ field goal block: Though the game ended in defeat for the […]
Mike Babcock resigns as Blue Jackets coach amid investigation involving players’ photos
NHL “This was a difficult decision on everyone’s part, but one we felt necessary to ensure our focus remains on the players and the team’s upcoming season,” general manager Jarmo Kekalainen said in a statement. Former Columbus Blue Jackets coach Mike Babcock speaking to reporters. Kyle Robertson/The Columbus Dispatch via AP, File By STEPHEN WHYNO, […]
Bill Belichick described the ‘biggest thing’ that’s held back 0-2 Patriots
Patriots Belichick also praised Christian Gonzalez, comparing his interception against Tyreek Hill to a catch Hill made against the Patriots in 2022. Bill Belichick during the Patriots-Dolphins game in Week 2. AP Photo/Michael Dwyer The Patriots fell to 0-2 after Sunday’s 24-17 loss to the Dolphins for the first time since 2001. The home defeat […]
What’s next for Jake DeBrusk after a breakout season? Becoming a ‘go-to’ player on Bruins’ top line
Bruins “He’s going into the prime of his career.” Jake DeBrusk was on pace for 35 goals before his injury last January. Gregory Shamus/Getty Images Jake DeBrusk is coming off of the best season of his career. The fleet-footed winger has always been a productive player during his six years in Boston, tallying 119 goals […]
Does Tua Tagovailoa own Bill Belichick? Plus other final thoughts from Patriots-Dolphins
Patriots Belichick and Co. have lost to the Dolphins five times in a row with Tagovailoa under center. It’s becoming a pattern. Bill Belichick. Matthew J. Lee/Globe Staff Matthew Judon opens presser with a statement on Patriots’ 0-2 start: ‘This is not a bad team’ Patriots’ rookie Demario Douglas on benching after fumble: ‘I believe […]