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PETER ABRAHAM | SUNDAY BASEBALL NOTES

Why the Indians are a major threat to win the AL pennant

Expecting ace Corey Kluber back soon, and with a revitalized lineup, Cleveland is among the AL’s elite with the Yankees, Astros. an hour ago
BEN VOLIN I SUNDAY FOOTBALL NOTES

With two weeks left in NFL training camps, several teams still unsettled at quarterback

Injuries and ineffectiveness are creating a lot of nervousness. 21 minutes ago

Patriots receiver Josh Gordon reinstated by NFL

Gordon can return on a conditional basis, the league said in a statement on Friday.
7:10 p.m. (nesn)

Game 126: Orioles at Red Sox lineups and notes

Eduardo Rodriguez goes for his 14th win in the second game of the series. 2 hours ago
RED SOX 9, ORIOLES 1

Orioles no problem as Rick Porcello, offense roll Baltimore at Fenway

Nine of the 12 Red Sox hits on Friday went for extra bases, as Boston racked pathetic Baltimore.
Box Score: Red Sox 9, Orioles 1
RED SOX NOTEBOOK

Red Sox discount prices for resumption of suspended game

Kids under 18 get in free and adults can donate $5 to the Jimmy Fund when the Royals return next Thursday.

Celtics co-owner Steve Pagliuca excited about makeup of team

“There’s just really a positive attitude from everybody this year,” said Pagliuca.
nora princiotti

From hero to zero, Malcolm Butler can joke about benching now

The Titans cornerback has moved on, saying, “I graded out at 99 percent on one punt return rep [in the Super Bowl].’’
alex speier | minor details

Red Sox know there are no shortcuts in developing pitchers

Having raw stuff is not enough; the process of learning command, poise, and other traits usually takes years.
dan shaughnessy

Having fun with nicknames is a storied sports tradition

Baseball’s upcoming Players’ Weekend has us thinking about great nicknames from the past.
nfl notebook

Jets lose playmaking LB Avery Williamson for season with torn ACL

Williamson was still in the game with 3:52 left in the first half with mostly backups when he was injured Thursday.
nora princiotti

Tom Brady expected to play in Saturday’s exhibition game vs. Titans

Here is what else to look for in the Patriots’ second exhibition game.
alex speier | on baseball

Is it time for Red Sox starters to become rovers again?

With dwindling opportunities to stay in contention, Alex Cora considers an old strategy.

Red Sox honor family of late Globe baseball writer Nick Cafardo

Cafardo’s grandchildren threw out ceremonial first pitches in a ceremony prior to Friday’s game.
high school football | day 1

Coach George Peterson brings energy to first Chelmsford practice

The former Lexington coach hopes to improve on last year’s 3-8 finish.
patriots notebook

Tom Brady declares: ‘I’m never coaching’

Brady may not see it as his next career, but he has been doing a lot of tutoring with the young receivers.
CHAD FINN

After 37 years, Mike Lynch signs off at Channel 5

Though he will remain a correspondent, Lynch has reached the moment of his final sportscast as an anchor.
SPORTS LOG

Dale Earnhardt Jr., family OK after airline crash

Headed to the weekend’s NASCAR race in Bristol, Tenn., the retired driver’s plane bounced off the runway, stopped on a highway, and caught fire.
Revolution at Red Bulls | Saturday, 7 P.M. (NBCSB)

Revolution’s keys to victory over the Red Bulls

The Revolution have a chance to get even with their Eastern Conference rivals in the standings.
Patriots

A Patriots player posted some Shakespeare on Instagram — and Tom Brady had a snarky response

Et tu, Tom Brady? The star Patriots quarterback had a sizzling response to a photo posted by rookie Chase Winovich.
Julian McWilliams

Red Sox’ Sam Travis took off when he abandoned launch angle

The Red Sox tried to get him in more of a launch position last season. In short, it’s not as easy as it looks.
NICK KELLY

BC’s Tyler Vrabel had a head start on his football career

Having a father who was an NFL player and coach afforded him valuable resources and exposure as a youngster.
nascar

Denny Hamlin takes pole for Bristol race

The Daytona 500 winner bumped Kyle Larson to second.
Chad Finn | Nine Innings

Exceptional seasons from Rafael Devers and Xander Bogaerts going for naught

If the Red Sox had competent pitching, they would be a team to admire rather than one that feels like a giant season-long what-if.
Wild-card standings
Ben Volin | On Football

Brian Flores facing tough tests early on as Dolphins coach

The former Patriots assistant is determined to instill professionalism and accountability into his team.
Patriots

Mike Vrabel spoke volumes with his chirps at his old Patriot teammates

The Titans coach, who played for the Patriots from 2001-08, delighted in letting old pal Tom Brady hear it.

Best of Globe Sports

Gary Washburn

Celtics first-round pick Grant Williams, a true student of life and basketball

Williams is a brilliant young man who just happens to be 6 feet 7 inches, 240 pounds, with a mean streak on the basketball floor.
Christopher Gasper

Ty Law was driven to prove people wrong, and that made him a no-doubt Hall of Famer

The former Patriot cornerback had supreme confidence, and on Saturday he will reach football’s pinnacle.
Stan Grossfeld

For Red Sox minor leaguer who lives in an RV, life is a wonderful road game

Portland Sea Dogs pitcher Adam Lau and his wife love camping, hiking, and reaching for the stars.
Chad Finn

‘I got lucky, man.’ Dennis Eckersley on surviving his tough times

The outspoken Red Sox broadcaster and Hall of Famer talks about getting through his worst moments and why baseball has never lost its joy.
Dan Shaughnessy

Twenty years ago, Ted Williams made Fenway All-Star Game one for the ages

July 13, 1999, was a night the greatest assemblage of baseball talent ever gathered on one diamond.
Kevin Paul Dupont

Former Bruin Geoff Courtnall was saved, and now he wants to save others, too

A call from Cam Neely helped Courtnall get his life back. He and his siblings have built a mental health center to help bring others back from the brink.

High schools

Here are the Globe All-Scholastics for the spring season

The Globe salutes the region's best high school athletes and coaches in eight spring sports.
American Legion Baseball State Final

Lawrence Post 15 shuts out Ashland Post 77 for state championship

With a 2-0 victory, Lawrence Post 15 advances to the Northeast Regional Tournament.
New England 7 v 7 football

Bishop Hendricken of Rhode Island tops best of MIAA to take 7-on-7 championship

The Hawks, a perfect 4-0 in pool play, topped Dennis-Yarmouth in the final, 20-14.

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