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stan grossfeld

John Farrell goes lobstering

The former Red Sox skipper is happily pursuing his other passion, which he calls “a lifelong dream.”

christopher l. gasper
Downside to Patriots’ system is evident in Nick Caserio case
Staff continuity may be a competitive advantage, but it’s also a roadblock to career advancement.

Bruins extend qualifying offers to Charlie McAvoy, Brandon Carlo and Danton Heinen

The Bruins maintain negotiating rights with the three under-23-year-old building blocks. 2 hours ago

13 thoughts on the Bruins’ schedule for 2019-20

The full regular-season schedule was released Tuesday.

Bruins sign Steven Kampfer to two-year extension

The veteran appeared in three playoff games and brings insurance to the defensive group.
Gary WAshburn

Here’s what two experts have to say about the Celtics’ 2019 draft picks

ESPN analyst Dan Dakich and SEC Network analyst Pat Bradley offer their insights on new Celtics Romeo Langford, Carsen Edwards, Grant Williams, and Tremont Waters. 2 hours ago
adam himmelsbach

Marcus Smart, now something of an elder statesman for the Celtics, is eager to help reboot the franchise

“I expected things to change [this summer],” Smart said. “I wasn’t expecting big or little, I just knew something was going to change. I think everyone kind of knew that.”
Assessing the Celtics’ roster as free agency approachesYouth movement giving Celtics added cap flexibilityCeltics’ draftees are already making connections with each other

PETER ABRAHAM I ON BASEBALL
Steven Wright returns to Red Sox under cloud of suspension
The veteran righthander completed an 80-game suspension for PED use and now will try to help a beleaguered bullpen. an hour ago

Red Sox notebook
J.T. Watkins has carved out a role with Red Sox
Watkins, a Sox draft pick in 2012, is now in his third year as part of the team’s advance scouting efforts. 2 hours ago

tara sullivan
Kyrie Irving’s high school coach believes a departure is good for both sides
Kevin Boyle expects his former pupil to have a career year in 2019-20 and the Celtics to rebound as well.

Boston College coach Jerry York elected to Hockey Hall of Fame
BC has won four national championships under York, including three in a five-year stretch from 2008–12.

positional battles | tight end

Who replaces Gronkowski? Here are the Patriots’ possibilities

Ben Watson returns for his second tour with the Patriots, one of a group of candidates vying to fill a giant void in the offense.
Frank Dell'Apa | world cup analysis

European clubs continue to flex their power

Italy stops China and The Netherlands outlasts Japan to close out play in the Round of 16. 3 hours ago
Italy, Netherlands advance to quarterfinals
Bruins notebook

Bruins will get an up-close look at draft class this week

Four of the five players they drafted are expected at development camp Wednesday through Friday.

Milton gymnast Matt Cormier chosen for World Junior Championships

The 16-year-old, originally from Wisconsin, will be in Hungary this week for the competition.

Yankees set record by hitting homer in 28th straight game

The Yankees broke a tie with the 2002 Texas Rangers, a team that featured Alex Rodriguez and Rafael Palmeiro. 3 hours ago
sports log

Rays principal owner said it’s unrealistic for team to play full time in Tampa Bay area

Stu Sternberg said a shared season with Montreal is the best option.

Liverpool FC preparing for July visit to Fenway Park

The winners of Europe’s Champions League will meet Spanish club Sevilla in a friendly on July 21.
STAN GROSSFELD

In London, Yankees-Red Sox rivalry not quite so heated

Londoners wearing team caps aren’t usually fans of the clubs, but pockets of interest can be found if one looks close enough.
Peter Abraham | On Baseball

Marco Hernandez endured a painstaking path to triumph. ‘I feel like I’m from Boston now.’

With a rebuilt shoulder, swing, and career, the 26-year-old infielder weaved some walk-off magic in a 6-5 win over the White Sox.

Revolution hire Dave van den Bergh as assistant coach

The Netherlands native has played in MLS and overseas, and coached youth national teams.

Results from the spring state high school championships

MIAA championship trophies were awarded in baseball, softball, lacrosse, tennis, rugby, and boys’ volleyball.

High schools

MIAA DIVISION 1 SOFTBALL FINAL | WACHUSETT 2, METHUEN 1 (8 INN.)

Wachusett makes history in dramatic D1 state final over Methuen

Senior Erin Hancock delivered for the Mountaineers (25-0) with her bases-loaded, RBI single in the eighth.
MIAA DIVISION 1 BASEBALL FINAL | TAUNTON 5, SHREWSBURY 3

Taunton captures program’s first D1 state title

Evan Melo delivered the decisive blow by laying down a perfectly-executed safety squeeze bunt to score go-ahead run for Tigers (21-7).
MIAA Girls' lacrosse finals

Notre Dame holds off Longmeadow

Cohasset wins second Division 2 title in three years.
SHRINERS FOOTBALL CLASSIC

Canton’s Brendan Albert, Mashpee’s Devaun Ford shine at Shriners

A scoreless game at halftime opened up in the second, with Milton’s Luke McMenamin and North Andover’s Jake McElroy among those getting the scoreboard churning.

Best of the Stanley Cup

kevin paul dupont | on hockey

What will Don Sweeney do now with this Bruins roster?

Does the GM keep intact an aging core or is now the time to attempt a significant makeover?
tara sullivan

The beauty and practicality behind the Bruins pregame warmup

In warmups, the Bruins may appear to be skating and shooting at random, but it’s all carefully executed.
matt porter

Inside job: Bruins’ success starts in the locker room

Coach Bruce Cassidy calls the team’s leadership group second to none. “Guys want to play for one another,” he says of the close-knit squad.

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