Boston University to study 'culture and climate' of men's hockey team after 2...
Both players have pleaded not guilty and were suspended from the team. Associated PressMax NiCastro, a Boston University hockey player, arrives at Brighton District Court in Boston on Tuesday....
View ArticleKnicks sensation Jeremy Lin finally gets own apartment after staying with...
The apartment was listed at $13,000 a month, but Lin reportedly got a better deal. AP fileA fan holds a sign in support of New York Knicks guard Jeremy Lin during a recent game. NEW YORK — New York...
View ArticleCarlos Beltran to pay for former teammate Jonathan Niese's $10,000 nose job
Niese said he is breathing better since off-season surgery to correct a deviated septum. AP fileNew York Mets pitcher Jonathan Niese throws against the New York Yankees last season. By R.B. FALLSTROM...
View ArticleDrug suspension of National League MVP Ryan Braun overturned
No reasons for the arbitrator's decision were announced. AP fileRyan Braun has won his appeal of a 50-game drug suspension. By RONALD BLUM NEW YORK — National League MVP Ryan Braun's 50-game...
View ArticleDanica Patrick OK after wreck in Daytona 500 qualifying race
Danica Patrick was caught up in a crash on the final lap of the first of two 150-mile qualifying races, sending her car into the wall on the backstretch. The Associated PressDanica Patrick's car...
View ArticleTony Stewart, Matt Kenseth win NASCAR Gatorade Duel qualifying races at Daytona
Tony Stewart, the reigning Sprint Cup champion, will attempt to win the Daytona 500 for the first time on Sunday. The Associated PressTony Stewart celebrates in victory lane after winning the first of...
View ArticleSpringfield Falcons trying not to worry about potential roster moves as NHL...
The Springfield Falcons roster that takes the ice for three games this weekend could look a lot different a week from now, if the parent Columbus Blue Jackets are active players at the NHL trade...
View ArticleNASCAR Weekend preview: Roush Fenway makes case for Daytona power play
For all the talk about tandem racing leading up to Daytona's Speedweeks, Roush Fenway Racing may have the ultimate three-car push in store for Sunday's Daytona 500. The Associated PressMatt Kenseth...
View ArticleUMass and UNH in two-game Hockey East playoff contention showdown at the...
The Minutemen could control its own playoff destiny with a pair of home wins this weekend against New Hampshire. Michael Pereira (#7) has scored a team-high 17 goals for UMass, which opens a two-game...
View ArticleRacin' with Jason: NASCAR regional series racers to compete at Daytona at...
Race winners and series champions from the upcoming season will be locked into the fields of their respective series, while the remaining spots will be filled through time trials and heat races. Jeff...
View ArticlePhotos: Amherst College Women's Basketball vs Colby NESCAC Semi Finals
The undefeated Lord Jeffs will host the Tufts Jumbos in the conference final at noon today. Marcia Voigt led the way in scoring for the Lord Jeffs with 17 points while also pulling down 8 rebounds as...
View ArticleTaking a stance: score should not be kept K-2
I feel a little foolish – all these years neck deep in youth sports and I didn’t fully realize something until a few days ago. The issue of whether to keep score at games for little kids, such as...
View ArticleBobby Valentine takes over: Can we call them the Bobby Sox?
The Sox have a new manager, new spring training facilities and new rules. AP fileBoston Red Sox manager Bobby Valentine eyes a pitch while taking a batting stance during a recent spring training...
View ArticlePatience and understanding needed with injury-riddled UMass women's...
The Minutewomen were down to six healthy players in January, but still have shown some progress under second-year coach Sharon Dawley. Freshman Emily "Tex" Mital is developing into a solid defensive...
View ArticleThree local indoor track athletes advance to New England Champion Meet
Results from the All-State Indoor Track Meet. Longmeadow's Camille Blackman took fifth in the 2 mile. - (The Republican file photo)Below are the results of Sunday's All-State Indoor Track Meet. The...
View ArticleComp's Alex Niemiec takes third in high jump, fourth in long jump at...
The junior cleared 6-6 in the high jump before going 21-7.5 in the long jump. Comp's Alex Niemiec cleared 6-6 to take third in the high jump before going 21-7.5 to place fourth in the long jump at the...
View ArticlePhotos: Amherst College Women's Basketball vs Tufts in NESCAC Championship
Amherst won the conference tournament for the third consecutive year. The Amherst College Women won the NESCAC Championship game, and are the NESCAC Women's Champion for the third consecutive year....
View ArticleNASCAR postpones Daytona 500 for first time ever
The 500-mile race was rescheduled for noon Monday. The Associated PressRace cars are parked and covered on pit road during a rain delay before the NASCAR Daytona 500 auto race in Daytona Beach, Fla.,...
View ArticleJim Calhoun could return from back surgery this season
The Hall-of-Fame men's basketball coach has missed seven games during his medical leave, but hopes to coach the season finale March 3. Eric Gay | Associated PressThe Huskies are 3-4 during their fiery...
View ArticleNick Punto calls Nomar to talk about wearing No. 5
The new Red Sox shortstop is well aware of the significance of donning Garciaparra's number in Boston. Winslow Townson | Associated PressNick Punto can only hope to be this warmly received by the...
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