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Brian Barrett is another unheralded talent in Boston offered an opportunity by Bill Simmons

Barrett was hired to host a new Boston-specific podcast on The Ringer.

Vin Scully was a fixture in the Dodgers booth and made some of the most memorable calls in World Series history.

Nobody ever told the story of baseball better than the late Vin Scully

Scully had a golden voice, a knack for choosing the perfect words, and 67 years of institutional knowledge.

Roger Clemens was among those at Fenway Park on Thursday night to honor longtime announcer Joe Castiglione (center).

There’s a different type of Joe Castiglione call to listen for, this one from the Hall of Fame

Castiglione debuted in the Red Sox booth in 1983 — the year Carl Yastrzemski retired and Roger Clemens was drafted

Hall of Famer Derek Jeter offers little in the way of new insights into his life in the first three episodes of "The Captain," a seven-part documentary airing on ESPN.

ESPN’s ‘The Captain’ is more akin to Yankeeography than ‘The Last Dance’

Notoriously tight-lipped Derek Jeter still won't spill the beans in 7-part ESPN documentary

David Ortiz snaps a photo with Alex Rodriguez (right) and Hank Aaron during the 2019 World Series. Ortiz and Rodriguez have been friends since the beginning.

They may have been rivals on the field, but it’s all love between Alex Rodriguez and David Ortiz

Rodriguez and Ortiz have been friends since their days in instructional ball. “I love him like a brother," Rodriguez said ahead of Ortiz's Hall of Fame induction this weekend.

Michael Felger and his afternoon drive partner Tony Massarotti earned a massive 24.6 share to finish first.

98.5 The Sports Hub dominates spring Nielsen ratings; WEEI takes fourth

In afternoon drive, the “Felger & Mazz” program earned a massive 24.6 share to finish first. WEEI’s “Merloni, Fauria, and Mego” finished third (6.0, including 0.1 for the stream).

Alex Rodriguez, who has two teenage daughters and myriad business interests, was in favor of the abbreviated schedule of the "KayRod Cast."

With the ‘KayRod Cast’ Alex Rodriguez may have found the authenticity that has long eluded him

The “KayRod Cast” airs on ESPN2 as an alternative to the “Sunday Night Baseball” broadcast on ESPN and also features longtime Yankees broadcaster Michael Kay.

Dennis Eckersley started at NESN in 2003.

Dennis Eckersley has not lost his fastball, while Kevin Youkilis is most improved among NESN’s Red Sox color analysts

Although Jerry Remy is missed, the scouting report on NESN’s quartet of analysts reads well.

Sophia Jurksztowicz arrived in Boston three years ago this September as NESN’s host/reporter for Bruins broadcasts.

NESN’s Sophia Jurksztowicz on why it’s OK if your dreams take a little time

The journey, even sometimes with its unexpected turns, is what makes the destination.

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Red Sox

By releasing Jason Heyward this winter, the Cubs will owe him $22 million for the final year of his contract. Once Heyward clears waivers, any team can claim him for the prorated minimum.

Cubs tell Jason Heyward they’re moving on without him next season, add Franmil Reyes

Heyward, who turns 33 on Tuesday, signed an eight-year, $184 million contract prior to the 2016 season but has batted only .245 with 62 home runs in seven seasons with the Cubs.

Bobby Dalbec wants consistent playing time, but displaced first baseman just wants to win more

“DJ LeMahieu [of the Yankees] is a pretty big dude and he plays there,” Dalbec said of possible opportunities at second base. “I know Boston fans are used to [Dustin Pedroia], but I should be OK if they need me.”

Here’s how the Red Sox approached the trade deadline, a path that not even everyone in their organization understands

“Ultimately, we felt we came out of it with a stronger organization, and at least as strong and maybe a stronger big league club,” chief baseball officer Chaim Bloom said. “Even though it looks different.”

Patriots

Matthew Judon doesn't mind wearing a hoodie when it gets hot outside.

Matthew Judon layers on the heat

The pass rushing specialist wears a full red hoodie under his pads and jersey throughout the sessions.

Rookie Pierre Strong Jr. ready to run when Patriots call on him

“He’s a little bit behind but working hard catching up,” said Patriots coach Bill Belichick. “I’m glad he’s out there.”

Patriots training camp report: Defense rules the day in full-team work

“That’s just part of it,’’ David Andrews said of the offense's frustration. “There’s ups and downs of training camp."

Bruins

Patrice Bergeron (top) and David Krejci (right) celebrate with Charlie McAvoy during the 2021 playoffs.

Patrice Bergeron and David Krejci will return to the Bruins, offering a clearer picture as team prepares for 2022-23 season

The Bruins also reached agreement with Pavel Zacha, whom they acquired in June, on a one-year deal.

Hockey Canada board chairman Michael Brind’Amour resigns amid scandal fallout

The move comes amid scrutiny of the organization for its handling of sexual assault allegations against members of previous men’s junior teams.

A beefed-up Fabian Lysell, 19, could be the next big thing for the Bruins

Lysell has the physical presence to take a bona fide stab at a varsity spot with the Black and Gold.

Celtics

Brittney Griner received a nine-year prison sentence in Russia on Thursday.

Want to help Brittney Griner’s cause? Support the WNBA.

Go to a game, watch on TV, invest in the league —the WNBA is not a sideshow or basketball background noise to the Griner saga.

Bill Russell changed the game in every way possible

Russell broke the color barrier as the first Black head coach in the NBA.

Bill Russell was unparalleled on the basketball court, uncompromising off it

As an athlete, he was far ahead of his time. As a man, he was a role model and an inspiration. He was a truly Great American.

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