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David Ortiz casts his vote of support for Red Sox manager Bobby Valentine
Big Papi says his skipper has done "a great job'' despite team injuries. Associated PressBoston Red Sox designated hitter David Ortiz has defended Bobby Valentine, saying the manager should not be to...
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Just because he hasn't been fired does not mean Bobby Valentine has been...
The undermining of Bobby V includes owners who took the easy road. AP photoBobby Valentine was all smiles when he was hired, but owners have left him hanging at times his authority was put to the...
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Red Sox lefty Felix Doubront goes on the DL, 9 days after his last start
The Sox made the move retroactively and called Mauro Gomez up. View full sizeThe Associated PressBoston Red Sox pitcher Felix Doubront has been skipped in the rotation for rest, but the official...
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Depth on defensive line strong point for UMass football
Coach Charley Molnar liked the Minutemen's situation at defensive line before camp began, and nothing he's seen has changed his opinion. Michael BeswickUMass defensive lineman Brandon Potvin listens...
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Report: Red Sox' Carl Crawford leaning toward earlier surgery
The outfielder had hoped to make it through this season, Associated PressBoston Red Sox's Carl Crawford may look at elbow surgery "sooner rather than later,'' according to a report. ESPN.com reporter...
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Twenty-five years later, Michelle McGann looks back at her U.S. Girls' Junior...
The seven-time LPGA Tour event winner won the national championship at the South Hadley course in mid-August 1987. The Republican file photoMichelle McGann, shown here during the championship match of...
View ArticleAmherst College standout Mike Samela keeps baseball dream alive with...
Samela was the NESCAC player of the year in 2011. By JEFF MOELLER MONTCLAIR, N.J. – It is approximately one hour before game time, and groups of youngsters from various local camps bustle through the...
View ArticleRed Sox pitching prospect Brian Johnson hit in face by liner
The pitcher was performing in a showcase for young players. Boston Red Sox left-hander and first-round draft choice Brian Johnson was hit in the face by a line drive on his second pitch thrown at...
View ArticleCape Cod provides underwater adventures
Sharks, goosefish, monkfish make for fascinating outing. It was an interesting week in the news for me – news about two underwater nemesis of mine and a brace of my heroines. Sharks and goosefish made...
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Justin Allgaier nips Jacques Villeneuve to win NASCAR Nationwide Series race...
Justin Allgaier passed Jacques Villeneuve on the final lap during a green-white-checkered finish. AP Photo/The Canadian Press, Ryan RemiorzJustin Allgaier celebrates after winning the NASCAR...
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Sophomores will play key roles for Connecticut's college football hopes
UConn opens the season at home on Aug. 30 against UMass. It follows that up with key non-conference games with North Carolina State and at Maryland. APIn this Aug. 3, 2012, file photo, Connecticut...
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Sherjill MacDonald’s goal leads Chicago Fire past New England Revolution
Fernando Cardenas scored for New England (6-13-5), which dropped to 0-6-1 in its last seven matches. APhicago Fire's Chris Rolfe, left, kicks the ball away from New England Revolution's Ryan Guy...
View ArticleWestfield All-Stars have 'bad day' in 23-11 loss to Bryant, Arkansas at Babe...
Westfield still has a chance to make the championship round if it wins its final game. By GEORGE EDGAR BREMERTON, Wash. – The Westfield All-Stars had one of those days at the Babe Ruth World Series....
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Mr. Red Sox: Share your memories of Johnny Pesky
The Boston Red Sox retired Pesky's number in 2008. Submitted PhotoJoseph Brozek, of Belchertown, is shown her in a 2004 photograph with Boston Red Sox great Johnny Pesky. Pesky died Aug. 13 at the age...
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Red Sox left-hander Jon Lester shows the Yankees his best game in victory
It's been a difficult season, but Lester's last five starts have been better. NEW YORK - The month of August has been unkind to the Red Sox, but it is becoming a renaissance time for a pitcher on the...
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Report: Sebastian Vollmer and Daniel Fells set to come off physically unable...
The Patriots' offensive line is quickly coming together. Associated PressSebastian Vollmer celebrates with Rob Gronkowski last season. The New England Patriots' offensive line continues to round into...
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John Lackey might pitch for the Red Sox - this season
The pitcher has been out all year after elbow surgery. Associated PressBoston Red Sox's John Lackey has an outside chance of pitching in a major league game in September. NEW YORK - Red Sox pitcher...
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Report: Kelly Shoppach, not Adrian Gonzalez, started the Red Sox uprising
The text message that started it came from Gonzo's phone, but reportedly not from him. Associated PressA new report paints Adrian Gonzalez as a Red Sox conciliator, not a mutineer. NEW YORK -...
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Red Sox OF Carl Crawford's decision time could be Monday
The club is considering shutting down the ailing outfielder. Associated PressBoston Red Sox's Carl Crawford may be shut down to have Tommy John elbow surgery. NEW YORK - Decision time for Carl...
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Westfield ends Babe Ruth World Series run with pride
Its venture to the Babe Ruth World Series is over, but Westfield proved itself worthy. Republican file photo by Don Treeger RobackWestfield's Austin St. Pierre, colliding ith New Milford catcher...
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