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MLB Notebook: Roman Anthony, Trevor Story return to Red Sox; Crow-Armstong puts on a show at Wrigley
Red Sox reporters can finally stop posting on social media about whether Roman Anthony is in the WooSox lineup, getting a day off or leaving the ballpark with his bags packed.The long wait appears to be over with both Anthony and Trevor Story to be activated before Sunday afternoon’s series finale against the Yankees, according to MassLive’s Chris Cotillo.
NBA Notebook: Celtics abroad, late-summer trades, and more free-agency drama
Just because NBA basketball isn't in session doesn't mean the whole sport is taking a break. The 2027 FIBA EuroBasket World Cup Qualifiers are underway, as are the pre-qualifiers for the 2029 World Cup.
Yankees bury Red Sox late in 9-2 loss, raising stakes for Sunday’s Bronx finale
On Saturday night, Bello came back down to earth and allowed four runs over 4 1/3 innings, the most he has surrendered in any of his 13 relief appearances, and the Yankees blew open a close game with five runs in the eighth to hand the Red Sox a 9-2 loss in Game 2 of Saturday’s doubleheader at Yankee Stadium.
Final: Red Sox 2, Yankees 9 - Bello allows four runs, Red Sox struggle at plate
The Boston Red Sox lose the second game of their doubleheader against the New York Yankees 9-2.
Red Sox ride Jake Bennett's gem to shutout win over Yankees in Game 1
The Red Sox needed something to change after going 18 consecutive innings without scoring a run.Wilyer Abreu gave the Red Sox the spark they desperately needed, snapping Boston’s scoreless streak with a first-inning home run, and Jake Bennett took care of the rest with six dominant innings in a 6-0 win over the Yankees in Game 1 of Saturday’s doubleheader at Yankee Stadium.
BSJ Live Coverage: Patriots roster cuts 2026 - Patriots trade RB Corey Kiner, OT Walter Rouse
The Patriots have begun making roster cuts to meet the 53-man limit by Sunday's 6 p.m. deadline.
Giardi: NFL Notebook - The final road to the 53, version 3.0; plus, what are the Browns doing?
After 22 training camp practices and three scintillating preseason games (can you detect the sarcasm there?), we are now about to flip the calendar to September and to football games that truly matter.
Red Sox squander opportunities in Bronx, lose ground to Yankees in Wild Card race
The Red Sox arrived in the Bronx knowing this weekend could have ramifications well beyond August.If Boston and New York eventually meet again in October, the four games at Yankee Stadium could help determine where that series is played. On Friday, the Red Sox missed an opportunity to help themselves.
Haggerty: Bruins ready for Hagens to shine bright
It’s going to be a fascinating upcoming hockey season for 19-year-old James Hagens as he readies for his first full foray in the NHL.
Payton Pritchard: All signs point to a star in the making
Payton Pritchard might be the worst-kept secret in the NBA. After coming off the bench and battling for minutes for years, Pritchard finally got his chance to start last season. And even then, he ended the year coming off the bench once again.
Podcasts: Bedard on roster projections, Gonzalez and depth issues with CLNS and 98.5 The SportsHub
BSJ's Greg Bedard reacts to New England’s 37-13 loss to the Cleveland Browns in the preseason finale. Greg discusses concerns across the offensive line, secondary, and linebacker groups, along with the players fighting for spots on the final 53-man roster. Greg also discusses the latest on Christian Gonzalez’s contract situation and what it could mean with Week 1 approaching.
Bedard: Patriots Roster Road to 53, v. 26.05 - Final-ish roster goes skinny in a few spots while eyeing additions to the roster
I kept only two players at two positions, which will likely cause some heartburn, but there is a method to our madness that we'll explain. We'll also go over the nine players that I see as expendable to make room for better talent.
BSJ Game Report: Browns 37, Patriots 13 - A no-show in the preseason finale in Cleveland
Everything you need to know from the Patriots’ 37-14 loss to the Browns in quickie form, with BSJ insight and analysis:
FINAL: Browns 37, Patriots 13 - Browns score on 7 of 9 drives; Williams scores 3rd TD
I don't think many roster spots are up for grabs. I don't think the Patriots will be keeping three running backs. I think they'll stash a couple on the practice squad.
Bedard: Catching up on Boutte, Gonzalez, Patriots depth, roster cuts and more entering preseason finale
Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald announced his starters will also sit their final preseason game, so both teams will start the NFL season on the same footing — none of their starters faced live action in the preseason.
BSJ Live Q&A: Haggerty on end of summer break, B's captain's practices - 2 p.m. Friday 08.28.26
Haggs is here to answer all of your lingering questions about the end of the NHL's summer break, the B's captain's practices that should be getting going and the start of Bruins training camp in the next couple of weeks. Hockey is right around the corner!
Red Sox’ hot streak hits a wall in sloppy shutout loss to Marlins
The Red Sox had spent the better part of the past week finding different ways to win.On Wednesday, they found plenty of ways to lose.
Final: Red Sox 0, Marlins 4 - Red Sox get shut out against Marlins
The Boston Red Sox go scoreless in 4-0 game against the Miami Marlins.
Podcast: Bedard on Gonzalez contract, Boutte trade & roster 3 up/3 down with Felger & Mazz 08.26.26
Greg Bedard of BostonSportsJournal.com joins the show and the guys kick off the first hour discussing the latest with Christian Gonzalez's contract and the Kayshon Boutte trade.
Giardi: Despite uneven preseason performance, Patriots coaches believe in Jacas
Find someone who supports you like outside linebacker coach Mike Smith does with Gabe Jacas. We should all be so lucky.
Who can the Celtics rely on as playmakers next season?
Since what feels like the dawn of time, the Boston Celtics haven't had a true point guard. At least, that's been one of the fanbase's primary complaints. Marcus Smart filled the role for a while. Obviously, before him, there were Kyrie Irving and Isaiah Thomas.
Jarren Duran’s 11th-inning grand slam rescues Red Sox after costly mistakes in 7-3 win over Marlins
Jarren Duran had spent most of Tuesday night searching for a hit. By the 11th inning, the Red Sox were searching for a way to avoid giving away a game they should have already won.One swing solved both problems as Duran crushed a grand slam with one out in the 11th, breaking a 3-3 tie and lifting the Red Sox to a wild 7-3 victory over the Marlins at LoanDepot Park.
Bedard: Patriots Practice Report 08.25.26 - New England wraps up camp with season prep
There weren't any Seahawks numbers on the scout team, but with the reserves working off cards against the starting offense and defense, it looked like the Patriots started dipping their toes into the water of Seattle prep.
Giardi: Gonzalez admits to being 'frustrated' as he remains without a contract extension
“I mean, there's certain things that go into a contract that, you know, my team knows what we want,” Gonzalez said of that contractual claim. “So it kind of depends how you put it.”
Red Sox keep finding a way, rally late to beat Marlins for fourth straight comeback win
Anthony Seigler broke a 2-2 tie with his first career triple in the ninth inning, helping lift the Red Sox to a 4-2 victory at LoanDepot Park. Boston improved to 72-59, matched its season high at 13 games over .500 and secured its fourth consecutive comeback win.