Why MLB players aren’t being punished in the Astros, Red Sox sign-stealing investigationThe fallout from Major League Baseball’s investigation into electronic sign-stealing resulted in three managers and a general manager losing their jobs, but no players have been disciplined. In releasing his report last week, MLB commissioner Rob Manfred said “discipline of players for this … [Read more...] about Why MLB players aren’t being punished in the Astros, Red Sox sign-stealing investigation
Patriots cornerback Joejuan Williams reportedly arrested for drug possession
Patriots cornerback Joejuan Williams reportedly arrested for drug possessionPatriots cornerback Joejuan Williams was reportedly arrested last week on a variety of charges, including possession of a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia. According to WTVF television in Tennessee, the 22-year-old Williams was stopped Jan. 17 on Interstate 40 in Cumberland … [Read more...] about Patriots cornerback Joejuan Williams reportedly arrested for drug possession
Tatum injured as Celtics down Grizzlies 119-95
Tatum injured as Celtics down Grizzlies 119-95BOSTON (AP) — Jayson Tatum scored 23 points before leaving the game in the third quarter with a groin injury as the Boston Celtics routed the Memphis Grizzlies 119-95 on Wednesday night. Daniel Theis had 14 points, Enes Kanter finished with 13 points and eight rebounds to help Boston win its second straight. Memphis has lost two in … [Read more...] about Tatum injured as Celtics down Grizzlies 119-95
Bruins assign three to Providence as they begin nine-day break
Bruins assign three to Providence as they begin nine-day breakLess than 24 hours after going on their week-plus “bye’’ break, the Bruins returned forward Karson Kuhlman, defenseman Jeremy Lauzon, and goaltender Dan Vladar to AHL Providence Wednesday. All three players were in uniform, though Vladar strictly as a backup, for Tuesday night’s 3-2 win over the Golden Knights at TD … [Read more...] about Bruins assign three to Providence as they begin nine-day break
Sports Q: Who is the best former Red Sox player not in the Hall of Fame?
Sports Q: Who is the best former Red Sox player not in the Hall of Fame?Welcome to Boston.com’s Sports Q, our daily conversation, initiated by you and moderated by Chad Finn, about a compelling topic in Boston sports. Here’s how it works: You submit questions to Chad through Twitter, Facebook, and email. He’ll pick one each weekday to answer, then we’ll … [Read more...] about Sports Q: Who is the best former Red Sox player not in the Hall of Fame?
Rob Manfred isn’t inclined to strip World Series championships from Astros, Red Sox
Rob Manfred isn't inclined to strip World Series championships from Astros, Red SoxRob Manfred believes the sign-stealing scandal that implicated the 2017 Astros and 2018 Red Sox could have changed who was in the World Series, but is hoping a transparent investigation process will allow fans to make their own decisions. In Davos, Switzerland, the MLB commissioner appeared on … [Read more...] about Rob Manfred isn’t inclined to strip World Series championships from Astros, Red Sox
Antonio Brown involved in police investigation after incident at his Florida home
Antonio Brown involved in police investigation after incident at his Florida homeAntonio Brown, the standout wide receiver whose NFL career has been put on hold by a series of off-field issues, was involved in a police investigation of an incident of alleged battery Tuesday in Hollywood, Florida. A police spokesman said in a telephone interview on Tuesday night that an … [Read more...] about Antonio Brown involved in police investigation after incident at his Florida home
One vote keeps Derek Jeter from unanimous Hall of Fame election; Curt Schilling falls short
One vote keeps Derek Jeter from unanimous Hall of Fame election; Curt Schilling falls short RONALD BLUM, AP updated on January 21, 2020 NEW YORK (AP) — Derek Jeter came within one vote of being a unanimous pick for the Hall of Fame while Larry Walker also earned baseball’s highest honor on Tuesday. The longtime New York Yankees captain appeared on 396 of … [Read more...] about One vote keeps Derek Jeter from unanimous Hall of Fame election; Curt Schilling falls short
Officer suspended for shooting video of former Celtics player Delonte West
Officer suspended for shooting video of former Celtics player Delonte WestOXON HILL, Md. (AP) — A Maryland police officer has been suspended for shooting a video that shows former NBA player Delonte West as he was being questioned while shirtless and handcuffed, a police department said. One of two videos circulating on social media shows a thin, shirtless man with tattoos … [Read more...] about Officer suspended for shooting video of former Celtics player Delonte West