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Patriots add former Jets receiver T.J. Luther to practice squad
Patriots T.J. Luther spent training camp with the Jets. Now he’s a Patriot. Patriots helmets. Winslow Townson/AP Images for Panini NFL scout on Jack Jones: He plays with swag, but ‘we’d attack’ him Racially motivated Jacksonville shooting hits home for Patriots receiver Demario Douglas The Patriots are adding receiver T.J. Luther to the practice squad, […]
ACC becomes latest super conference, expanding cross-country by adding Stanford, Cal and SMU
College Sports The ACC will span from Boston in the Northeast to Miami in South Florida, out to Dallas in the heart of the Southwest and up to the Northern California, where Stanford and Cal reside. Stanford running back Mitch Leigber, middle, runs the ball against California during the first half of an NCAA college […]
NFL scout on Jack Jones: He plays with swag, but ‘we’d attack’ him
Patriots “He might pick one, but we’re just as likely to get him for two. I’ll take those odds.” Jack Jones. AP Photo/Greg M. Cooper Racially motivated Jacksonville shooting hits home for Patriots receiver Demario Douglas Ezekiel Elliott said he’s ‘feeling more comfortable’ with learning Patriots’ playbook Jack Jones is still awaiting a probable cause […]
Revolution players keeping focused amid injuries and off-the-field uncertainty
New England Revolution “I know there are a lot of things going on, and there’s a lot of noise, but I think within the locker room, we’re together.” Ian Harkes battles for possession in a recent Revolution defeat against CF Montreal. Graham Hughes/The Canadian Press via AP Despite the midseason departure of its All-Star goalkeeper, […]
5 things to know about new Celtic Svi Mykhailiuk
Celtics The five-year NBA veteran has already had a prolific, record-setting career in basketball. Svi Mykhailiuk will be a Boston Celtic for the forseeable future. Nell Redmond/AP Photo The Boston Celtics have bolstered their wing depth and rounded out their roster on Thursday by signing free agent Svi Mykhailiuk to a one-year deal. Mykhailiuk started […]
When it comes to the Red Sox, we’ve all lost our edge
Red Sox An edge that made Boston one of the great baseball towns in America is at least temporarily absent. The Red Sox have averaged nearly 33,000 fans per game this season — well down from their title-chasing peak, but still in the top half of baseball. Matthew J. Lee/Globe Staff Bill ‘Spaceman’ Lee reportedly […]
Ezekiel Elliott said he’s ‘feeling more comfortable’ with learning Patriots’ playbook
Morning Sports Update Elliott said he prioritizes pass protection. “If you can’t protect the quarterback, you can’t get on the field.” Ezekiel Elliott (right) in a discussion with Rhamondre Stevenson (left) and Patriots coach Bill Belichick. Matthew J. Lee/Globe Staff Ezekiel Elliott on how he’s acclimating to playing for the Patriots: As the Patriots head […]
USA Basketball overcomes tough test and rallies to beat Montenegro 85-73 at the World Cup
Sports News The U.S. led 61-55 going into the fourth and tacked a point on to make it a seven-point edge — its biggest of the game to that point — early in the final quarter. U.S. guard Jalen Brunson (11) pause before the start of the first half of a Basketball World Cup second […]
Bill ‘Spaceman’ Lee reportedly laughing and talking after collapsing on minor league field
Red Sox FILE – Former Boston Red Sox pitcher Bill “Spaceman” Lee poses May 25, 2016, at his home in Craftsbury, Vt. AP Photo/Dave Gram, File By Associated Press August 31, 2023 WORCESTER, Mass. (AP) — Former Boston Red Sox pitcher Bill “Spaceman” Lee collapsed on the field during pregame ceremonies before a Triple-A game […]
Sam Kennedy acknowledges ‘low point’ in Red Sox season, maps out top offseason focus
Red Sox “We don’t have the depth right now, and we saw it manifest itself the other night.” Sam Kennedy was candid about the Red Sox’ lackluster showing in August. Elise Amendola / AP Photo The 2023 Red Sox are still mathematically in the American League Wild-Card race as of Thursday night. But after getting […]