Tag: game
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Dalano Banton modeled his game after Rajon Rondo
Celtics Rondo helped the Celtics win the 2008 NBA championship. Dalano Banton (45) comes to Boston, who used to have the man whose game inspired him. Winslow Townson/AP Photo When Boston Celtics fans watch their new guard Dalano Banton on the court this season, they may be reminded of a familiar face. Report: Celtics have…
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Mookie Betts talks return to Fenway Park, first game against Red Sox: ‘I’m really nervous’
Red Sox “It’s where I grew up, and I don’t know what to expect. Hopefully it’s cool, though.” Mookie Betts is one of the frontrunners for the NL MVP Award this season. AP Photo/Ryan Sun Later this week, Mookie Betts will step into the Fenway Park batter’s box for the first time since Sept. 29,…
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Red Sox OF Alex Verdugo blames ejection during Astros game on ‘soft’ umpire
Red Sox “That’s baseball. Have a little bit tougher skin and deal with it.” Alex Verdugo was given the hook in the fourth inning of Tuesday’s loss to Houston. Scott Taetsch/Getty Images Alex Verdugo needed to watch most of the Red Sox’ 7-3 loss to the Astros on Tuesday night in the visitors’ clubhouse at…
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Patriots roster stock watch: Who is rising and falling ahead of final preseason game?
Patriots Kendrick Bourne continues to build his game after a slow start during training camp. Kendrick Bourne reeled in three catches during Saturday’s preseason game against the Packers. (AP Photo/Matt Ludtke) The Patriots only have one more preseason game left on their docket, with New England set to head to Tennessee later this week to…
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Red Sox players, commentators, fans stunned after blown call during Sunday’s game
Red Sox “Oh my god. What are we doing?” Red Sox manager Alex Cora argues with umpire Junior Valentine during Sunday’s game. Sarah Stier/Getty With Sunday’s victory over the Yankees, the Red Sox swept their rivals and improved to a 66-58 record. But the victory did not come without a controversial moment. Wilyer Abreu talks…
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Patriots’ Isaiah Bolden ‘excited to be back with the guys’ following scary injury situation in preseason game
Patriots Bolden was discharged from the hospital on Sunday morning after undergoing evaluations and observations. Isaiah Bolden was carted off at the end of Saturday’s Patriots-Packers game. (AP Photo/Morry Gash) Isaiah Bolden made his first public statement following his scary injury in the Patriots’ preseason game against the Packers on Saturday. “Appreciate the prayers more…
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10 Patriots takeaways after Saturday’s preseason game against the Packers
Patriots Mac Jones and a number of Patriots starters made their 2023 preseason debuts on Saturday. Mac Jones completed six of his nine pass attempts on Saturday night. Patrick McDermott/Getty Images COMMENTARY The Patriots and Packers’ preseason game at Lambeau Field on Saturday ended with 10:29 left in the fourth quarter following a scary injury involving…
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Why Matt LaFleur thought ‘it was in the best interest’ to suspend Patriots-Packers game following Isaiah Bolden’s injury
Patriots Bolden was stretchered off the field following an injury Saturday night. Packers coach Matt LaFleur and quarterback Jordan Love addressed the media following Isaiah Bolden’s injury. (AP Photo/Morry Gash) Wishes and prayers pour in for Isaiah Bolden on social media after injury that stopped Patriots game Patriots-Packers game suspended after Isaiah Bolden gets stretchered…
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What Bill Belichick, Patriots players said about Isaiah Bolden’s injury, decision to end preseason game early
Patriots “I think everybody acted swiftly and it was the right call in this situation.” Matthew Slater and other Patriots players praised the decision to end Saturday’s preseason game early. (AP Photo/Jeffrey Phelps) All of the gains and setbacks that played out on the gridiron at Lambeau Field Saturday night meant very little in the…