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The Bengals’ unfortunate Joseph Ossai pushed himself into a dubious spotlight

Folks in Cincinnati are pretty chill, and Ossai’s teammates rallied around him Sunday, but these things don’t go away easily.

stan grossfeld

Brian McConnell, who traveled from New Jersey to watch the Bruins, celebrates Boston's winning goal late in the third period against the Maple Leafs Jan. 14.

Bruins and Celtics share an arena but not necessarily the same fan base

Fans of both first-place teams are passionate, but there also are some differences. 29 minutes ago

Ben Volin | On Football
The NFL’s ‘all-star’ officiating crews are ruining the playoffs
Using "all-star" crews — a demand of the Referees Association in the last CBA — leads to combinations of officials who haven't worked with each other. The result? Embarrassing mistakes like we saw Sunday.

Beat writer's notebook
A foul that wasn’t called, Patrick Beverley’s funny stunt, and Jaylen Brown in the clutch: Unpacking Celtics-Lakers
There’s plenty to unpack after the Celtics’ bizarre, chaotic, and intense 125-121 overtime win over the Lakers on Saturday night.

Sports Betting
Massachusetts Gaming Commission chair is pleased sports betting is launching on time, but there’s still work to do
Next for Cathy Judd-Stein and the MGC will be considering Caesars Entertainment’s application to operate a sportsbook and the awarding of additional online licenses. 2:03 p.m.

EAST-WEST SHRINE BOWL NOTEBOOK
Shrine Bowl: Bill Belichick’s hands-on approach pays dividends immediately for prospects
A quick tutorial with Pittsburgh defensive end Habakkuk Baldonado led to a breakthrough moment on the next snap.

bruins notebook
Weary Bruins return home with a (very) rare losing streak in tow
A respite is coming soon for the fatigued team, as the All-Star break and bye week will follow Wednesday's game at Toronto. 1 hour ago

hockey
The Bruins’ Matt Grzelcyk is headed to the Beanpot Hall of Fame, and in a surprise, so is his father
John Grzelcyk, who has spent 55 years as a member of the bull gang, will be honored along with his son in a ceremony before the championship Feb. 13. 1 hour ago

college hockey
‘A culture of complete fear’: Harvard women’s hockey coach Katey Stone under fire for alleged abusive behavior
Stone has turned the Crimson into a national powerhouse, but 16 former players fault Harvard for keeping her on the job despite numerous complaints about her alleged abusive coaching practices.

hockey
Bobby Hull, hockey’s ‘Golden Jet,’ dies at 84
The Hall of Famer led the Blackhawks to the Stanley Cup in 1961 and is still their franchise leader with 604 goals. While Hull starred on the ice, he faced legal and family issues in his personal life.

BEN VOLIN | instant analysis

Mahomes and the Chiefs are headed for the Super Bowl.

Patrick Mahomes grew his legacy with the Chiefs’ AFC title win, but injuries doomed the 49ers in NFC Championship

Playing on a right high ankle sprain suffered only eight days prior, and playing without several of his top receivers due to injury, Patrick Mahomes threw for 326 yards, two touchdowns, and no interceptions.

AROUND THE HORN | STARTING ROTATION

The health of Chris Sale's pitching elbow will go a long way toward his helping or hurting the Red Sox rotation in 2023.

Yes, the Red Sox have some depth in the rotation. But will they be able to rely on it?

There are seven candidates — Chris Sale, James Paxton, Nick Pivetta, Tanner Houck, Brayan Bello, Garrett Whitlock, and Corey Kluber — for five spots in the starting rotation.

Hurricanes 4, Bruins 1

The Hurricanes, including Martin Necas, came hard at Bruins goalie Linus Ullmark in the first period.

Bruins cool down, lose third straight game after failing to show power vs. Hurricanes

The Bruins have lost to Tampa Bay, Florida, and Carolina on their current road trip.

Box score: Hurricanes 4, Bruins 1NHL scoreboard

Women's Hockey

Loren Gabel of the Boston Pride celebrates her goal for Team Canada against Team USA during the first game of the Premier Hockey Federation 2023 All-Star Showcase Sunday in Toronto.

Boston Pride at the center of the action during Sunday’s PHF All-Star Showcase

Boston had nine players compete in the round-robin tournament, which was won by Team Canada.

AFC CHAMPIONSHIP | CHIEFS 23, BENGALS 20

Patrick Mahomes, playing with a high ankle sprain suffered last weekend against Jacksonville, piled up 326 passing yards and two touchdowns Sunday, but a 5-yard scramble in the game's final 20 seconds was its pivotal play.

Last-second roughing call sets up Chiefs to win AFC title, deny Bengals repeat

Linebacker Joseph Ossai hit a hobbling Patrick Mahomes out of bounds, the 15-yard personal foul moving Kansas City into range for a 45-yard Harrison Butker field goal with three seconds left.

NFC CHAMPIONSHIP | EAGLES 31, 49ERS 7

Miles Sanders capped a pair of long Philadelphia drives in the first half with touchdowns, as the Eagles took advantage of a pair of San Francisco turnovers and an elbow injury to quarterback Brock Purdy to romp Sunday.

Eagles run over 49ers, finally undone by a quarterback injury, to win NFC title

Philadelphia scored on its opening drive, San Francisco lost Brock Purdy to an elbow injury on its, and the NFC's best team is returning to the Super Bowl for the first time since beating the Patriots there five years ago.

Bruins Notebook

Frederic protects the puck from Carolina's Dylan Coghlan during the first period of Sunday's game in Raleigh.

Trent Frederic back in the lineup after a painful blocked shot vs. Florida

Coach Jim Montgomery said Frederic's status was a "pain tolerance thing."

Australian Open

Novak Djokovic tied Rafael Nadal's record 22 Grand Slam titles on Sunday.

Novak Djokovic wins record 10th Australian Open, draws level with Rafael Nadal with 22nd Grand Slam

Djokovic was simply too good at the most crucial moments to claim a couple of milestones and defeat Stefanos Tsitsipas 6-3, 7-6 (4), 7-6 (5) in the final at Rod Laver Arena.

US Figure Skating Championships

It wasn't a perfect skate, but Ilia Malinin did enough to win his first US figure skating championship.

Ilia Malinin overcomes miscues to win his first US men’s figure skating championship

Malinin joins 15-year-old Isabeau Levito, the women's winner, as a first-time national champion, representing potentially the dawn of a new era in US singles skating.

Golf roundup

Rory McIlroy took advantage of excellent short iron play to forge a three-stroke lead after the third round of the Dubai Classic.

Rory McIlroy builds a three-stroke lead in Dubai

Rival Patrick Reed got stuck in a tree.

NFL

Vic Fangio was the head coach in Denver from 2019-21, going 19-30 with the Broncos.

AP source: Dolphins bringing in former Broncos coach Vic Fangio to be defensive coordinator

Miami fired former Patriots assistant Josh Boyer after three seasons as defensive coordinator.

NFL

Justin Herbert was second in the league in completions (477) and passing yards (4,739) this season.

Chargers announce quarterback Justin Herbert underwent surgery on non-throwing shoulder

Herbert, a Pro Bowl Games alternate pick in his third season in the league, is expected to be ready for the team’s offseason program in the spring.

Sports betting opens in Massachusetts on Tuesday. Here's what you need to know →

LATEST HEADLINES

EMass boys’ basketball: With a career-high 35 points capping a 3-0 week, Hingham’s Liam McBride headlines Players of the Week

Bruins and Celtics share an arena but not necessarily the same fan base

The Bruins’ Matt Grzelcyk is headed to the Beanpot Hall of Fame, and in a surprise, so is his father

Weary Bruins return home with a (very) rare losing streak in tow

Framingham’s Sam Burgess makes a repeat run as the state’s Gatorade boys’ cross-country athlete of the year

HS CROSS-COUNTRY

With impressive peformances like his first-place finish in the Division 1A qualifier in Wrentham, Framingham senior Sam Burgess repeated as the state's Gatorade boys' cross-country athlete of the year.

Framingham’s Sam Burgess makes a repeat run as the state’s Gatorade boys’ cross-country athlete of the year

The Harvard-bound senior returned from injury late in the fall season to win the Division 1A qualifier, was the runner-up in the Northeast Regional, and seventh at nationals. 1 hour ago

BOYS' BASKETBALL: PLAYERS OF THE WEEK

Liam McBride had a big week for Hingham, showcasing his scoring and rebounding.

EMass boys’ basketball: With a career-high 35 points capping a 3-0 week, Hingham’s Liam McBride headlines Players of the Week

McBride averaged 26.7 points and recorded a pair of double-doubles while leading the Harbormen to wins over North Quincy, Marshfield, and Brockton. 25 minutes ago

HIGH SCHOOL NOTEBOOK

Bob Almeida (right) arrived at Stoneham in 2012 and has led the Spartans to a pair of Super Bowls, including a state title in 2018.

With two Super Bowl trips and 200-plus wins, Stoneham’s Bob Almeida headlines 2023 Massachusetts high school football coaches Hall of Fame class

Almeida is joined by Charlie Stevenson (Xaverian), Dan Buron (Bridgewater-Raynham), Paul "Spanky" Demanche (Barnstable), Mike Kuchieski (Greenfield), and Jamie Lamoreaux (Groton).

ED BURNS TOURNAMENT ROUNDUP

Belmont's Peter Grace beats Marshfield goalie Brady Quackenbush for the eventual game winner during the first round of the Ed Burns Coffee Pot Tournament in Arlington.

Elite scorer Cam Fici changed tactics to help No. 5 Belmont knock off defending champion Marshfield in Ed Burns Tournament

In the top-tier Doherty Division, Belmont will be joined by Arlington, Hingham, and Reading in the second weekend of the three-week Burns tournament.

SUNDAY'S HIGH SCHOOL ROUNDUP

Cathedral freshman Keyona Raines (5), shown here earlier in the season against St. Mary's, played the hero Sunday in a comeback win over Pentucket.

Down by six with 15 seconds left, freshman Keyona Raines caps incredible comeback for No. 12 Cathedral

Cathedral (11-3) trailed by 17 in the first quarter, then led by as many as 12 before falling behind and rallying in thrilling fashion.

Chad Finn | Sports Media

Steve Burton's sports report will be seen on the Ch. 4 news at approximately 5:45 p.m. for the time being.

Channel 4 tests a 6 p.m. newscast without a sports report

The decision is not totally shocking, but it is a significant break from tradition, particularly for an older demographic of Ch. 4 viewers

Peter Abraham | Sunday baseball notes

After getting a $18.75 million extension, Matt Barnes had a 4.87 ERA and a 1.50 WHIP for the Red Sox.

With Matt Barnes being designated for assignment, Rafael Devers is one of the few champs remaining on Red Sox

Barnes leaves the Red Sox third in team history with 429 appearances and with a World Series ring.

Kevin Paul Dupont | Sunday hockey notes

The Bruins have embraced Jim Montgomery's style of coaching.

Why coach Jim Montgomery’s positive mojo has worked with the Bruins

Montgomery's had nary a discouraging word to say, but his Bruins own the league’s best record and went into Saturday as the only NHL club yet to suffer back-to-back losses.

Ben Volin | Sunday football notes

Russell Wilson signed a five-year, $245 million contract extension, then led the Broncos to a 5-12 record.

Does paying big money to an NFL quarterback do more harm than good?

This year’s playoffs certainly raise the question of whether it’s better to keep drafting a quarterback every few years and spend the money elsewhere.

Gary Washburn | Sunday basketball notes

Rui Hachimura (right), who was the ninth overall pick in 2019, joins a Lakers team that has three players that cracked the NBA's 75th Anniversary Team of the 75 greatest players ever.

Trade of Rui Hachimura looks a smart one for the Lakers, but another failure for the Wizards

The Lakers are trying to improve without trading away a first-round pick, or making commitments that would affect their ability to sign a maximum free agent this summer. 1 minute ago

Sunday notebooks

With Matt Barnes being designated for assignment, Rafael Devers is one of the few champs remaining on Red Sox
Barnes leaves the Red Sox third in team history with 429 appearances and with a World Series ring.

Does paying big money to an NFL quarterback do more harm than good?
This year’s playoffs certainly raise the question of whether it’s better to keep drafting a quarterback every few years and spend the money elsewhere.

Trade of Rui Hachimura looks a smart one for the Lakers, but another failure for the Wizards
The Lakers are trying to improve without trading away a first-round pick, or making commitments that would affect their ability to sign a maximum free agent this summer.

Why coach Jim Montgomery’s positive mojo has worked with the Bruins
Montgomery's had nary a discouraging word to say, but his Bruins own the league’s best record and went into Saturday as the only NHL club yet to suffer back-to-back losses.

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Darkness on the edge of the Patriots dynasty

Death and distress haunt members of the Patriots' 2001 title team. Seven of the players have died between the ages of 35 and 50, strikingly young even for veterans of professional football. For some who have made it to middle age, it hasn't been easy.

The iconic Red Sox pitcher's heart stopped during a game with the Savannah Bananas in August. By September, he was back on a baseball diamond in New Hampshire. “I always thought I’d die on the field," he said, "but not in the [expletive] bullpen."

Zdeno Chara retires

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24 seasons of defensive dominance

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Baseball Hall of Fame 2022

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David Ortiz hit 558 regular-season and postseason home runs.

David Ortiz's long drives to Cooperstown

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Katey Stone is seen behind the bench in January at Harvard's home arena, the Bright-Landry Center. A review following a tirade during a practice triggered a backlash that continues to reverberate among former players who say Stone has emotionally damaged them.

college hockey

‘A culture of complete fear’: Harvard women’s hockey coach Katey Stone under fire for alleged abusive behavior

Stone has turned the Crimson into a national powerhouse, but 16 former players fault Harvard for keeping her on the job despite numerous complaints about her alleged abusive coaching practices.

Stan Grossfeld

Bill Lee collapsed on the baseball diamond. It didn’t slow him down.

The iconic Red Sox pitcher’s heart stopped during a game with the Savannah Bananas in August. By September, he was back on the diamond in New Hampshire. “I always thought I’d die on the field,” he said, “but not in the [expletive] bullpen.”

celtics

Why did the Celtics choose Joe Mazzulla to lead them out of crisis? It starts with his journey.

When he trained with other pro hopefuls at West Virginia, Mazzulla relished helping them more than working on his own game. He almost passed up an NBA opportunity because he loved what he was doing at his Division 2 program. But his family knew he was ready — and the Celtics believe he is, too.

Bruins

The loudest kid at his Montreal hockey camp. A man who put his life back together. Meet Jim Montgomery, who is ready to lead the Bruins.

Whether it was a junior A team in Ottawa, or at Maine, Montgomery knew how to help the players around him succeed. “He said the right things,” a former coach said. “He brought out the best in people.” Now, he'll have to do it with the Bruins.

patriots

Rhamondre Stevenson knows he has ‘a very special story.’ It’s time to tell it.

Six years ago, the running back found himself working at Wal-Mart, his dream to play football derailed. Hard work and a supportive family helped him find his way to the Patriots.

In Tampa, Tom Brady will be reunited with offensive coordinator Byron Leftwich (right) — but Bruce Arians will not be the head coach.

ben volin | on football

A secret plan, a bombshell lawsuit, and a soccer match: Inside Tom Brady’s un-retirement

If Brady had his way, he would have been running — and potentially quarterbacking — a Patriots division rival. Instead, a series of unforeseen events led him back to Tampa.

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The Bengals’ unfortunate Joseph Ossai pushed himself into a dubious spotlight

Bruins and Celtics share an arena but not necessarily the same fan base

Beat writer's notebookA foul that wasn’t called, Patrick Beverley’s funny stunt, and Jaylen Brown in the clutch: Unpacking Celtics-LakersThere’s plenty to unpack after the Celtics’ bizarre, chaotic, and intense 125-121 overtime win over the Lakers on Saturday night.

EAST-WEST SHRINE BOWL NOTEBOOKShrine Bowl: Bill Belichick’s hands-on approach pays dividends immediately for prospectsA quick tutorial with Pittsburgh defensive end Habakkuk Baldonado led to a breakthrough moment on the next snap.

bruins notebookWeary Bruins return home with a (very) rare losing streak in towA respite is coming soon for the fatigued team, as the All-Star break and bye week will follow Wednesday's game at Toronto. 1 hour ago

hockeyThe Bruins’ Matt Grzelcyk is headed to the Beanpot Hall of Fame, and in a surprise, so is his fatherJohn Grzelcyk, who has spent 55 years as a member of the bull gang, will be honored along with his son in a ceremony before the championship Feb. 13. 1 hour ago

hockeyBobby Hull, hockey’s ‘Golden Jet,’ dies at 84The Hall of Famer led the Blackhawks to the Stanley Cup in 1961 and is still their franchise leader with 604 goals. While Hull starred on the ice, he faced legal and family issues in his personal life.

Patrick Mahomes grew his legacy with the Chiefs’ AFC title win, but injuries doomed the 49ers in NFC Championship

Yes, the Red Sox have some depth in the rotation. But will they be able to rely on it?

Bruins cool down, lose third straight game after failing to show power vs. Hurricanes

Boston Pride at the center of the action during Sunday’s PHF All-Star Showcase

Last-second roughing call sets up Chiefs to win AFC title, deny Bengals repeat

Eagles run over 49ers, finally undone by a quarterback injury, to win NFC title

Trent Frederic back in the lineup after a painful blocked shot vs. Florida

Novak Djokovic wins record 10th Australian Open, draws level with Rafael Nadal with 22nd Grand Slam

Ilia Malinin overcomes miscues to win his first US men’s figure skating championship

Rory McIlroy builds a three-stroke lead in Dubai

AP source: Dolphins bringing in former Broncos coach Vic Fangio to be defensive coordinator

Chargers announce quarterback Justin Herbert underwent surgery on non-throwing shoulder

Sports betting opens in Massachusetts on Tuesday. Here's what you need to know →

LATEST HEADLINES

EMass boys’ basketball: With a career-high 35 points capping a 3-0 week, Hingham’s Liam McBride headlines Players of the Week

Bruins and Celtics share an arena but not necessarily the same fan base

The Bruins’ Matt Grzelcyk is headed to the Beanpot Hall of Fame, and in a surprise, so is his father

Weary Bruins return home with a (very) rare losing streak in tow

Framingham’s Sam Burgess makes a repeat run as the state’s Gatorade boys’ cross-country athlete of the year

Framingham’s Sam Burgess makes a repeat run as the state’s Gatorade boys’ cross-country athlete of the year

EMass boys’ basketball: With a career-high 35 points capping a 3-0 week, Hingham’s Liam McBride headlines Players of the Week

With two Super Bowl trips and 200-plus wins, Stoneham’s Bob Almeida headlines 2023 Massachusetts high school football coaches Hall of Fame class

Elite scorer Cam Fici changed tactics to help No. 5 Belmont knock off defending champion Marshfield in Ed Burns Tournament

Down by six with 15 seconds left, freshman Keyona Raines caps incredible comeback for No. 12 Cathedral

Channel 4 tests a 6 p.m. newscast without a sports report

With Matt Barnes being designated for assignment, Rafael Devers is one of the few champs remaining on Red Sox

Why coach Jim Montgomery’s positive mojo has worked with the Bruins

Does paying big money to an NFL quarterback do more harm than good?

Trade of Rui Hachimura looks a smart one for the Lakers, but another failure for the Wizards

Sunday notebooks

With Matt Barnes being designated for assignment, Rafael Devers is one of the few champs remaining on Red SoxBarnes leaves the Red Sox third in team history with 429 appearances and with a World Series ring.

Does paying big money to an NFL quarterback do more harm than good?This year’s playoffs certainly raise the question of whether it’s better to keep drafting a quarterback every few years and spend the money elsewhere.

Trade of Rui Hachimura looks a smart one for the Lakers, but another failure for the WizardsThe Lakers are trying to improve without trading away a first-round pick, or making commitments that would affect their ability to sign a maximum free agent this summer.

Why coach Jim Montgomery’s positive mojo has worked with the BruinsMontgomery's had nary a discouraging word to say, but his Bruins own the league’s best record and went into Saturday as the only NHL club yet to suffer back-to-back losses.

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There’s plenty to unpack after the Celtics’ bizarre, chaotic, and intense 125-121 overtime win over the Lakers on Saturday night.

EAST-WEST SHRINE BOWL NOTEBOOK
Shrine Bowl: Bill Belichick’s hands-on approach pays dividends immediately for prospects
A quick tutorial with Pittsburgh defensive end Habakkuk Baldonado led to a breakthrough moment on the next snap.

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Weary Bruins return home with a (very) rare losing streak in tow
A respite is coming soon for the fatigued team, as the All-Star break and bye week will follow Wednesday's game at Toronto. 1 hour ago

hockey
The Bruins’ Matt Grzelcyk is headed to the Beanpot Hall of Fame, and in a surprise, so is his father
John Grzelcyk, who has spent 55 years as a member of the bull gang, will be honored along with his son in a ceremony before the championship Feb. 13. 1 hour ago

hockey
Bobby Hull, hockey’s ‘Golden Jet,’ dies at 84
The Hall of Famer led the Blackhawks to the Stanley Cup in 1961 and is still their franchise leader with 604 goals. While Hull starred on the ice, he faced legal and family issues in his personal life.

With Matt Barnes being designated for assignment, Rafael Devers is one of the few champs remaining on Red Sox
Barnes leaves the Red Sox third in team history with 429 appearances and with a World Series ring.

Does paying big money to an NFL quarterback do more harm than good?
This year’s playoffs certainly raise the question of whether it’s better to keep drafting a quarterback every few years and spend the money elsewhere.

Trade of Rui Hachimura looks a smart one for the Lakers, but another failure for the Wizards
The Lakers are trying to improve without trading away a first-round pick, or making commitments that would affect their ability to sign a maximum free agent this summer.

Why coach Jim Montgomery’s positive mojo has worked with the Bruins
Montgomery's had nary a discouraging word to say, but his Bruins own the league’s best record and went into Saturday as the only NHL club yet to suffer back-to-back losses.