Free agent options to shore-up 2023 Boston Red Sox

Lesser FAs who could help Red Sox and save a few bucks It is that time of year when baseball management goes shopping, and the Red Sox will most certainly shop. The initial shopping list is free agents, and Boston has their list of potential departures, which should free up some payroll that may be …

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Joe Mazzulla breathes trust: Boston Celtics weather the storm in Pelicans win

In the first quarter, it looked like the Boston Celtics were going to run away with its ninth consecutive win in convincing fashion, but in the end, the Pelicans had other plans. Jaylen Brown continued to fill up the bucket, but he began to revisit some of his tendencies from last season, turning the ball …

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Could Yankees steal Red Sox’ most important free agent target?

The New York Yankees are reportedly interested in signing shortstop Xander Bogaerts, which would be the worst possible outcome for the Red Sox. Could Yankees steal Red Sox’ most important free agent target? – BoSox Injection – BoSox Injection – Boston Red Sox News, Rumors, and Fan Community

Recap: Bruins dominate in 6-1 win over Blackhawks

Photo by Richard T Gagnon/Getty Images Still undefeated at home! The Boston Bruins capitalized on special teams with two power-play tallies and Charlie McAvoy’s four assists to decisively top the Chicago Blackhawks, 6-1, tonight at the TD Garden. Patrice Bergeron added a goal and assist in the win to now sit at 999 career points. …

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Boston Celtics: The true value of Marcus Smart post-ups

Post up plays are becoming almost extinct in the league. For example the Boston Celtics run just 3.7 post-ups per game. That number is a bit strange, because the Celtics have a unique weapon, that they still haven‘t used enough. Quite often, they start first play of the game with Marcus Smart in the post and …

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Boston Celtics: 1 stud and 1 dud from road win over Pelicans

The Boston Celtics are the best team in the NBA. It does not matter who they play or when they play, they are taking care of business in dominating fashion. The Celtics showed this with a 117-109 road victory over the New Orleans Pelicans on Friday night for their ninth straight win. Boston improved to …

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Preview: Bruins look to stay perfect at home against Blackhawks

Photo by Jamie Sabau/Getty Images Swayman is likely to return in net as the Bruins host the Blackhawks tonight at the TD Garden. Just the facts When: Tonight, 7:00 PM Where: TD Garden – Boston, M How to follow: NESN, NHLN, 98.5 The Sports Hub Rival SBN site: Second City Hockey Know your enemy 6-7-3, …

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Should Red Sox be aggressive in Cody Bellinger pursuit if he’s non-tendered?

The Dodgers could non-tender struggling outfielder Cody Bellinger at the November 18 deadline. Should the Red Sox target him if he becomes a free agent? Should Red Sox be aggressive in Cody Bellinger pursuit if he’s non-tendered? – BoSox Injection – BoSox Injection – Boston Red Sox News, Rumors, and Fan Community

Red Sox’ offseason goals in doubt after questionable non-tender deadline decisions

The Red Sox have non-tendered Franchy Cordero and Yu Chang but are keeping Ryan Brasier, who allowed more earned runs than any other Sox reliever in 2022. Red Sox’ offseason goals in doubt after questionable non-tender deadline decisions – BoSox Injection – BoSox Injection – Boston Red Sox News, Rumors, and Fan Community

Blakely: Robert Williams could be back soon for Boston Celtics

The Boston Celtics are the best team in the NBA, at least that’s what the standings say. So far this season, they’re sitting on top with a record of 12-3. Not to mention that they’ve won their last eight games. Over the course of the win-streak, Boston has dealt with players missing time due to …

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Boston Celtics: Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum are the NBA’s best duo

The Boston Celtics are in a prime position to get back to the NBA finals in large part due to having the best NBA duo in the association. There are many dynamic duets throughout the league but are as well-rounded and complete as Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum. The Jays have taken another sizeable leap …

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Boston Celtics vs. New Orleans Pelicans prediction, odds, TV channel for November 18

On Friday, November 18, the Boston Celtics look to run their win streak to nine — and look to improve their league-best record to 13-3 overall — as they take on the New Orleans Pelicans at the Smoothie King Center in the Big Easy. Boston is coming off of a 126-101 destruction of the Atlanta …

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Morning Skate: Tweeting

Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports Is it even possible anymore? Happy Friday, folks! It’s just about the weekend before American Thanksgiving, so if you’re American, hang in there — weekend, then short week. The Bruins extended their home unbeaten run to ten games to start the season last night, beating the Philadelphia Flyers, 4-1. Last night …

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Boston Red Sox prospects: Analyzing the Rule 5 Draft protections

The Boston Red Sox made five additions to their 40-man roster to protect prospects from the upcoming Rule 5 Draft. Those prospects were Ceddanne Rafaela, Chris Murphy, Brandon Walter, Wilyer Abreu, and David Hamilton. All of those players are ranked inside my top 30 Boston Red Sox prospects after the 2022 season. On the surface, …

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Boston Celtics tackle key weakness in recent games

What a time it is to be a Boston Celtics fan. The team is off to a great start, holding the league’s best record at 12-3. They’ve also won eight straight games, most recently, a 126-101 blowout win on the road against the Atlanta Hawks Wednesday night. The Celtics have the NBA’s best statistical offense ever …

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Mazzulla’s runaway train: Boston demonstrates versatility once again in win over Hawks

What more is there to say? Sean Grande on the NBC Sports Boston broadcast summed it up the best, “They are not a team right now, the Boston Celtics are a show.” Trae Young and the Atlanta Hawks had a massive opportunity in front of them against an 11-3 Celtics team without the player that …

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Public Skate: Bruins vs. Flyers

Photo by Fred Kfoury III/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Let’s go! The Boston Bruins host the the Philadelphia Flyers tonight! The Bruins are up to 19 different scorers this season. The only ones who haven’t scored are Brandon Carlo, (Anton Stralman – but he hasn’t played since Nov. 3), and the goalies. Will Carlo join …

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Recap: Bruins surge in third period to top Flyers, 4-1

Photo by Matt Stone/MediaNews Group/Boston Herald via Getty Images Just keep finding ways to win. The Boston Bruins defeated the Philadelphia Flyers, 4-1, tonight at the TD Garden as they ended the game with a strong third period. In the final frame, the Bruins scored two power-play goals and stepped up their offensive after a …

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Red Sox ‘sweetening’ offers to Bogaerts, Devers means nothing until deals are done

Much like the New York Yankees-Aaron Judge situation, the Boston Red Sox can’t offer any words that will make fans feel better about Xander Bogaerts being re-signed and Rafael Devers being given an extension. It just needs to be done. At least team president Sam Kennedy knows that, which is exactly what he said following …

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