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Just 4 practices in, Ezekiel Elliott is already taking a vocal leadership role with the Patriots
Patriots “You create those bonds off the field and that will carry over to the field.” Ezekiel Elliott has already made his presence felt during his limited practice reps in New England. Barry Chin / Globe Staff Ezekiel Elliott has only logged a total of four practices with the Patriots, with only two of those […]
A month into war, Netanyahu says Israel will have an ‘overall security’ role in Gaza indefinitely
World News Entire city blocks have been reduced to rubble, and around 70% of Gaza’s 2.3 million people have fled their homes, with many heeding Israeli orders to head to the southern part of the besieged territory, which is also being bombed. Palestinian firefighters extinguish fire caused by an Israeli airstrike in Khan Younis refugee […]
Chaim Bloom reportedly ‘declined to make himself a candidate’ for role with the Marlins
Morning Sports Update Bloom was fired by the Red Sox in September. Chaim Bloom in 2022. AP Photo/Michael Dwyer The latest on Chaim Bloom’s future: Former Red Sox chief baseball officer Chaim Bloom was fired in September, signaling a major change in Boston’s front office. While the future of the Red Sox remains to be […]
‘Don’t ever talk about the Patriots like that’: How a perceived shot at the Patriots reportedly played a role in Josh McDaniels’s firing from Raiders
Patriots The Raiders fired McDaniels after a 3-5 start to the season late Tuesday night. Josh McDaniels was reportedly upset with something Antonio Pierce said about the Patriots in his final days as coach of the Raiders. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya) A perceived shot at the Patriots appeared to play a role in Josh McDaniels’s ousting […]
Rajon Rondo visits Celtics at practice, hopes to play advising role similar to Paul Pierce
Celtics Rondo also praised Jrue Holiday as “one of my favorite teammates I’ve ever played with.” Rajon Rondo believes the Celtics are capable of winning it all this season. (Photo by Jared Wickerham/Getty Images) Jrue Holiday reached out to a beloved ex-Celtics guard before choosing the No. 4 jersey Paul Pierce has been around the […]
NFL insider believes Patriots might be working Malik Cunningham into ‘significant’ role on offense
Patriots “What Cunningham could give the Pats is a little bit of a different look at the position.” Malik Cunningham played just six snaps against the Raiders on Sunday. Chris Unger/Getty Images Malik Cunningham’s season debut with the Patriots in Las Vegas didn’t provide the shot in the arm that some expected for New England’s […]
A confident and ‘assertive’ Trent Frederic is settling into a key role for Bruins
Bruins “I think he’s just a lot more confident hockey player and it’s showing.” Trent Frederic is coming off a career year in 2022-23 with the Bruins. Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images Plenty has changed for Trent Frederic over the past year. Last season, the pugnacious forward spent most of his shifts on a line […]
Report: Malik Cunningham is part of the Patriots’ game plan, could play interesting role Sunday
Patriots Jeff Howe reports that Cunningham may need to be used “elsewhere,” rather than at quarterback or wide receiver. Malik Cunningham could have an interesting regular season debut if elevated from the Patriots practice squad. (AP Photo/Greg M. Cooper) Report: Patriots to have multiple scouts in attendance for Washington-Oregon game Malik Cunningham is one of […]
Alex Cora says he will be back with Red Sox in 2024. But in what role?
Red Sox Asked before the home finale against Tampa Bay if he was confident his job was secure, Cora said, “I’m good. I’ll be here.” Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora talks to the media before a baseball game against the Kansas City Royals, Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023, in Kansas City, Mo. AP Photo/Reed Hoffmann […]
Bruins training camp takeaways: Morgan Geekie set for pivotal role, McAvoy’s evolution as a leader
Bruins “When your best players are confident, everybody follows.” Morgan Geekie could slot in as Boston’s new third-line center in 2023-24. Jessica Rinaldi / The Boston Globe The Bruins continued their 2023 training camp on Friday with another two on-ice sessions at Warrior Ice Arena. Here are a few takeaways from Boston’s latest set of […]