Tom Brady 'flattered' by MVP talk, says 49ers have best defense in NFL
Brady also talked about how he prepared this week following the birth of his daughter. Tom Brady recently went on WEEI to talk about Monday night’s 42-14 win over the Houston Texans and the upcoming...
View Article2012 AP All-America football teams announced: Johnny Manziel and Manti Te'o...
Manziel is the first freshman to make the first team at quarterback. Johnny Manziel is the first freshman to make the first team at quarterback. Associated Press RALPH D. RUSSOAP College Football...
View ArticleNFL suspensions of New Orleans Saints players overturned; fines still...
'This entire case has been contaminated by the coaches and others in the Saints' organization,' former NFL Commissioner Paul Tagliabue found. Former NFL Commissioner Paul Tagliabue, right, has...
View ArticleWorcester Sharks sign Boston Bruins anthem singer Rene Rancourt to tryout...
Rancourt, a local legend, has been singing the National Anthem for the Bruins since 1976. The first 10,000 fans on Dec. 20, 2010 against the Anaheim Ducks received an original holiday Rene...
View ArticleAtlantic 10 has reportedly discussed creating 21-team basketball league by...
The UMass Minutemen already play in a bolstered Atlantic 10. And the conference could be getting even stronger. UMass basketball head coach Derek Kellogg. AP Photo/Seth Wenig) The Atlantic 10...
View ArticleUnofficial New England Patriots Day at Boston Celtics media availability...
Some of the Celtics went to New England's 42-14 stomping of the Houston Texans, prompting several NFL-related quotes from Gang Green. Doc Rivers and Bill Belichick share a moment before Monday night's...
View ArticleHitting to All Fields: Too bad the Sox couldn't deliver Dan Haren
Anyone else not having that freshman feeling for the Heisman? Just sitting and wondering how the Red Sox missed Dan Haren. Bill Belichick’s favorite novel: “Patriot Games.” Hey, Armor, have a nice...
View ArticleDale Earnhardt Jr. gives 2013 NASCAR Sprint Cup car solid review at Charlotte...
"This sport is going to be revolutionized again with this car," Dale Earnhardt Jr. said. Dale Earnhardt Jr. drives the #88 National Guard Chevrolet during testing at Charlotte Motor Speedway on...
View ArticleMatt Calvert playing like a pro on the ice for Springfield Falcons
The 22-year-old Brandon, Ontario native has had some ups and downs but learned a lot as a professional hockey player, according to Springfield coach Brad Larsen. In this Feb. 12 file photo,...
View ArticleSpringfield Rotary Club Holiday Showcase 5K fund-raising race to benefit...
Between now and Friday the cost of the registration fee is $25; it will be $30 on the day of the race. William J. Miller, executive director of the Friends of the Homeless, is seen in the women's dorm...
View ArticleBreaking down what the UMass Faculty Senate discussion on FBS football really...
Answering all of the quesitons related to Tuesday's UMass Faculty Senate meeting and its impact on the football program. AMHERST — On Tuesday afternoon, the University of Massachusetts Faculty Senate...
View ArticleReport: Kevin Youkilis signs 1-year contract with New York Yankees
Youkilis was a 3-time All-Star with the Red Sox. Kevin Youkilis received a warm greeting from Boston Red Sox fans when he returned to Fenway Park with the Chicago White Sox. Now he's moving on to the...
View ArticlePatriots place Donte' Stallworth on injured reserve; signs point to Deion...
Stallworth spent all year trying to get back, and like that, he's gone. Donte' Stallworth spent all year trying to get back on the field, and after just 20 snaps, his year has come to an end. The New...
View ArticleIs the deal between the Red Sox and Mike Napoli in jeopardy?
No press conference has been held to formally announce the signing. Maybe Mike Napoli isn't headed to the Red Sox after all. AP file Don't buy that Boston Red Sox Mike Napoli jersey as a holiday...
View ArticleTight end Rob Blanchflower named 2013 captain for UMass football
Blanchflower is currently the only captain that has been decided upon for 2013. UMass tight end Rob Blanchflower goes into the end zone after catching a pass in the season finale against Central...
View ArticleNHL lockout update: Discussions resume at undisclosed location
The talks, being held on the 88th day of the league's lockout, are the first in-person discussions between the sides since last Thursday when bargaining broke down. AP Photo/Mark Humphrey, file NEW...
View ArticleHow can the NFL prevent drunk driving tragedies? It can't
Ultimately, it is the individual and not the atmosphere that bears responsibility. The NFL can’t seem to go a week without a tragedy, followed by its own period of self-examination. One week after the...
View ArticleMike Napoli's status with Boston Red Sox could affect Nick Swisher's value
Napoli is the chosen first baseman, but Swisher can play there, too. Questions about Mike Napoli's physical status may be clouding his signing with the Boston Red Sox. AP Photo/Ben Margot Is Mike...
View ArticleGolden Gloves returning to Holyoke after 8-year absence
After leaving for Connecticut in 2005, the Golden Gloves will return to Holyoke next month. Two fighters compete in the 2005 Golden Gloves boxing tournament in Holyoke, pictured here.The tournament...
View ArticleRob Gronkowski not spotted during Wednesday's walkthrough
There's a report saying that Gronkowski will attempt to practice this week. That attempt didn't come Wednesday. FOXBOROUGH -- There was a report in the Boston Globe Wednesday morning that tight end...
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