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In ‘brutal’ US Open heat, Daniil Medvedev warns during his win that a player is ‘gonna die’
Sports News Despite all the talent at the U.S. Open, the most difficult opponent at the tournament was the 95-degree heat. Aryna Sabalenka, of Belarus, reacts after defeating Zheng Qinwen, of China, during the quarterfinals of the U.S. Open tennis championships, Wednesday, Sept. 6, 2023, in New York. AP Photo/Seth Wenig By HOWARD FENDRICH, Associated […]
David Ortiz says only one current Red Sox player consistently reaches out to him this season
Red Sox “Not from [the Red Sox] very much.” Bobby Dalbec hasn’t played in Boston since June 25 of this season. Jim Davis/Globe Staff Jordan Lyles dominant as Royals crush Red Sox 13-2 ‘It feels like the last few, I just haven’t quite had it’: James Paxton takes ownership of rough start against the Royals […]
Yankees’ prospect Jasson Domínguez becomes team’s youngest player to homer in first MLB at-bat
MLB Domínguez is the first Yankees player to go deep in his initial big league at-bat since Aaron Judge in 2016. Jasson Domínguez in Spring Training. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip, File) AP By KRISTIE RIEKEN, Associated Press September 1, 2023 HOUSTON (AP) — New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone vividly remembers the poise and confidence […]
Patriots rookie WR Demario Douglas listed as a potential ‘Breakout Player of the Year’
Patriots “This guy, ‘Pop’ Douglas? He’s a part of the offensive game plan.” Demario Douglas has turned heads since the start of training camp. Matthew J. Lee / Globe Staff Demario Douglas’ stock continues to rise in NFL circles. The Patriots wide receiver and 2023 sixth-round pick likely shored up his spot on the Patriots’ […]
David Ortiz explains why trading ‘perfect franchise’ player Mookie Betts was a mistake
Red Sox “He is the full package. I mean, you tell me. Why would you not make that move? We know it was a mistake.” Barry Chin/Globe Staff Mookie Betts’s return to Fenway this week was a reminder of what could have been. The Red Sox had one of baseball’s brightest stars, and instead of […]
Spanish soccer president refuses to resign despite kissing a player on the lips at Women’s World Cup
Sports News “I didn’t like it, but what can I do?” FILE – President of Spain’s soccer federation, Luis Rubiales, right, hugs Spain’s Aitana Bonmati on the podium following Spain’s win in the final of Women’s World Cup soccer against England at Stadium Australia in Sydney, Australia, Sunday, Aug. 20, 2023. At left is Spain’s […]
Former NBA player says he fears Paul Pierce more than Dwyane Wade in one key skill
Celtics A former NBA player weighed in on the infamous Paul Pierce-Dwyane Wade debate. And his take may surprise you. Paul Pierce (left) was more feared than Dwyane Wade (right) in at least one area of basketball. Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images Paul Pierce raised some eyebrows when the Celtics legend said that he was better than […]
Devin McCourty explains why Kendrick Bourne is the Patriots player he’s ‘most excited’ to see in 2023
Patriots Kendrick Bourne AP Photo/Matt Ludtke Damien Woody thinks Mac Jones will have a ‘bounce-back year’ in 2023 What Ezekiel Elliott said in his first interview as a Patriot Kendrick Bourne told reporters earlier this month that he is in the best shape of his life. After a lackluster 2022 season, he’s worked hard to […]
Luis Urías becomes first Red Sox player to hit grand slams on consecutive pitches, Boston beats Yankees 8-1
Red Sox Red Sox are 7-1 against the Yankees in 2023. Luis Urías notched a grand slam for the second consecutive game on Saturday afternoon. (AP Photo/Mary Altaffer) AP By LARRY FLEISHER, Associated Press August 19, 2023 NEW YORK (AP) — Until a couple of days ago, Luis Urias of the Boston Red Sox had […]
Luis Urías accomplished a grand feat no Red Sox player has since 1940
Red Sox Urías hit grand slams in back-to-back games. Luis Urías rounds the bases following another grand slam. Mary Altaffer/AP Photo Before Thursday, Luis Urías had never hit a grand slam in the majors. As of Saturday, he’s hit two. Urías launched one against the Nationals, then – in his very next at-bat, following an […]