Aaron Hernandez originally feared a broken ankle
Hernandez doesn't believe that his ankle will be an issue moving forward. When Aaron Hernandez rolled his ankle during a Week 2 game against the Arizona Cardinals, he immediately thought it was broken...
View ArticleTim Tebow, running back? New York Jets could try it against New England Patriots
With depth issues at running back, head coach Rex Ryan is considering using Tebow to help plug the holes. Tim Tebow already has quarterback and personal punt protector on his resume in New York. Now...
View ArticleAndy Reid's son, Garrett Reid, died of heroin overdose
Northampton County Coroner Zachary Lysek announced the findings with investigators, who said numerous syringes and needles were discovered in a gym bag in Garrett Reid's room. EASTON, Pa. (AP) — A...
View ArticleAlex Rodriguez trade rumors 2012: Would Miami Marlins really want A-Rod?
The New York Yankees may be following in the footsteps of the Boston Red Sox, and that's not a good thing for Yankee fans. APHeading south? Could Alex Rodriguez be dealt to the Miami Marlins? Only the...
View ArticleClint Bowyer hoping to throw home-state party in NASCAR Sprint Cup race at...
Clint Bowyer hopes to build on the best season of his career as the Chase postseason hits his home state for the Hollywood Casino 400. AP Photo/Autostock, Brian CzobatClint Bowyer does a Victory...
View ArticleJohn Farrell the next Boston Red Sox manager? If not, Tony Pena could be the...
Despite several solid candidates, Boston's decision is likely to come down to either Tony Pena or John Farrell. AP fileJohn Farrell currently manages the Toronto Blue Jays, but the former Red Sox...
View ArticleUMass extends basketball coach Derek Kellogg through 2016-17
The deal could pay Kellogg upwards of $800,000 per year. Associated PressDerek Kellogg's new extension keeps him in Amherst for the next five seasons. AMHERST — The ink is finally dry on a contract...
View ArticleLifeless Yankees embarrass themselves in Game 4 loss to Tigers
The Yankees hardly put up a fight against Detroit - no hitting, no pitching, no defense and no Jeter. The New York Yankees' Alex Rodriguez watches from the bench during Game 4 of the American League...
View ArticleBoston Celtics spoil national TV debut of Brooklyn Nets, 115-85
Celtics coach Doc Rivers praised the rebirth of the franchise, but the Nets played with little life. Associated PressThe Boston Celtics' Courtney Lee drives against Brooklyn Nets' Mirza Teletovic on...
View ArticleDelmon Young of Detroit Tigers wins ALCS MVP award
The designated hitter batted .353 with two homers and six RBIs for the Detroit Tigers in a four-game sweep of the New York Yankees. APDetroit Tigers' Delmon Young hits an RBI single in the first...
View ArticleSan Francisco 49ers take over first place with 13-6 defeat of Seattle Seahawks
San Francisco had just enough offense to get past Seattle. San Francisco 49ers tight end Delanie Walker (46) scores on a 12-yard touchdown reception past Seattle Seahawks free safety Earl Thomas (29)...
View ArticleAdam Wainwright leads St. Louis Cardinals past San Francisco Giants to take...
Matt Holliday, Jon Jay and Yadier Molina had two RBIs apiece to lead a 12-hit outburst by a team that batted just .198 through the first three games of the series. APSan Francisco Giants catcher...
View ArticleUMass football lineups: Week 8 vs. Bowling Green
See who will be on the field Saturday at Gillette Stadium. Let's take a look at the lineups for UMass' week eight game versus Bowling Green. UMass Offense • Mike Wegzyn, QB No. 11, R-Fr., 6-5, 215 lbs...
View ArticleAdd another ace (this time for Bruce) to Mackechnie family ace legacy
The late Angus Mackechnie made 17 aces during his career, and son Bruce made his first last week. Like father, like son . . . finally. Bruce Mackechnie of East Longmeadow made a hole-in-one last week,...
View ArticleQuick hits: High school highlights from Thursday, Oct. 18
The Republican’s high school sports staff picked its top highlights from Thursday's action. Ludlow hosts Cathedral in boys soccer Thursday. Here, Ludlow's Curtis Pereira gets up high over Cathedral's...
View ArticleUMass an 18-point underdog against Bowling Green, and more MAC Lunch Links
The Falcons are one of six road favorites in the MAC this week. Bowling Green is favored by 18 over UMass this Saturday. Associated Press It's Friday, and you know what that means. Time to take a look...
View ArticleStevan Ridley, Patriots running backs wear adult onesies to work
That's right, we said adult onesies. Stevan Ridley wears an adult onesie. Patriots FOXBOROUGH -- Stevan Ridley walked through the New England Patriots locker room tugging at the zipper on his adult...
View ArticleUMass-Bowling Green football: Game time, ticket information and more
The Bowling Green Falcons visit Gillette Stadium on UMass Homecoming day. Bowling Green Falcons (4-3) at UMass Minutemen (0-6) Saturday, October 20, 12:00 p.m. Gillette Stadium, Foxborough, Mass....
View ArticleUndermanned UMass football gets set for homecoming battle with red hot...
The Minutemen face injury and suspension issues headed into a game with a Bowling Green team that's on a three-game winning streak. UMass gave Ohio all it could handle on Sept. 29 at Gillette Stadium,...
View ArticleNew England Patriots CB Devin McCourty ready to play safety if needed
McCourty could be called upon to help the safeties if things continue as they are. FOXBOROUGH – With injuries and ineffectiveness plaguing the New England Patriots at safety, Devin McCourty knows the...
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