Paul Pierce to start tonight against the Pistons
Pierce missed the last three games due to a heel injury. BOSTON – The Boston Celtics received a big boost towards working their way out of their early funk when the training staff cleared small...
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UMass tight end Emil Igwenagu gets invites to NFL Combine, Shrine Game
UMass captain Emil Igwenagu gets Combine, Shrine invites. The Republican file photoUMass senior captain Emil Igwenagu has been invited to the Shrine Game and the NFL Combine. UMass captain and tight...
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Bad start, third-period penalties cost UMass hockey in loss to Maine
Maine's power play overwhelmed the Minutemen to win the Florida College Classic. UMass will play two games at Orono in February. photo by J. Anthony RobertsThe good news is that this game does not...
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Paul Pierce returns to help Celtics end skid with win over the Pistons
Pierce scored 12 points over 23 minutes of action to help the Celtics pick up their first win. APBoston Celtics' Paul Pierce, second from right, gets a massage on his right leg as he sits on the bench...
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UMass sails past Central Connecticut for an 11-3 basketball start
The best scoring night of the season fueled UMass' 5th straight win and coach Derek Kellogg's 50th career victory. AMHERST – The University of Massachusetts men's basketball team was handed one free...
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University of Massachusetts falls to Maine in Florida College Hockey Classic
Power-play goals made the difference in the 5-2 championship game. J. Anthony Roberts By PAUL BOWKER ESTERO, Fla. – Championship night turned into a bust for the University of Massachusetts hockey...
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Paul Pierce: We have more chemistry when I'm on the floor
Pierce talks about his return from a heel injury. APBoston Celtics' Paul Pierce, second from right, gets a massage on his right leg as he sits on the bench in the second half of an NBA basketball game...
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Falcons fall to Providence Bruins in shootout, 2-1
The Falcons lost another home game before a big crowd to the lowest scoring team in the AHL. Republican photo by Dave RobackDane Byers and the Falcons had trouble scoring during a 2-1 loss to the...
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Springfield Falcons fall in shootout to Providence Bruins
Anton Khudobin kept the Bruins in the game with 39 saves. Dave Roback SPRINGFIELD – The coach has asked for more, especially from players who have been proven goal-scorers. But Rob Riley just isn’t...
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Springfield Armor lose final road game to Austin Toros
Springfield finished its 7-game road trip with a 2-5 record. Don Treeger Springfield's Eugene Spates shoots over Erie's Tirrell Baines in a game at the MassMutual Center on Dec. 14. By KYLE LEATH...
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Former UMass receiver Victor Cruz traces journey from 'knucklehead' to NFL...
The undrafted Cruz is breaking team records and averaging nearly 18 yards a catch. Associated PressNew York Giant VIctor Cruz leaps over a defender while scoring on a 99-yard pass play against the New...
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Sports Top 10 of 2011: The Bruins bring home the Stanley Cup
The long wait was worth it for Bruins Nation, which had seen the Red Sox, Celtics and Patriots celebrate championships in recent years. Associated Press file photoBoston Bruins defenseman Zdeno Chara...
View ArticleHoophall Classic Players to Watch: Anthony Bennett is a force for Findlay Prep
Bennett, ESPN's No. 7-ranked player, is undeclared but considering a number of offers including UConn, Florida, Kentucky, Missouri and Ohio State. We told you about Findlay Prep's Brandon Ashley on...
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NFL season survived lockout quite well, despite predictions
Most predictions - from a rise in injuries to dominance by the Philadelphia Eagles - did not come to pass. Associated Press file photoCan Newton defied skeptics with an outstanding rookie season for...
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Wes Welker fined $10K for wearing unauthorized hat
Welker wore a hat for an energy bar company he promotes during a press conference. APWes Welker was fined $10K for wearing an unauthorized hat The NFL doesn't issue guidelines for dress for fun. When...
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Patriots have plenty of motivation against the Bills this week with the No. 1...
All indications coming out of Gillette Stadium are that the starters will play. APNew England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady leaves the podium after a media availability at the NFL football team's...
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What to watch for: Patriots vs. Bills
Rob Gronkowski has an opportunity to put a bow on a historic season. APNew England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski (87) has a chance to become the first tight end to lead the league in touchdown...
View ArticlePatriots promote Malcolm Williams to the 53-man roster
The Patriots made their final roster move of 2011. From the Patriots PR department: FOXBOROUGH, Mass. – The New England Patriots announced today that rookie DB Malcolm Williams has been signed to the...
View ArticleHappy New Year to all outdoors
Almost 6,000 acres have been added to Massachusetts wild lands in 2011. First things first. HAPPY NEW YEAR! May 2012 be healthy, humorous and happy for you and your loved ones. This past year has been...
View ArticleAlex Berthiaume and Robbie Burke lead Springfield College to men's basketball...
Onetime Western Massachusetts high school basketball stars Alex Berthaume (19 points) and Robbie Burke (12 reobunds, 11 points) led Springfield. SPRINGFIELD – The semifinal favorites won, and Sunday...
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