Patriots Training Camp, 2008, Begins The defending AFC champion New England Patriots are back at work, trying to erase the memory of the disappointing end to their otherwise perfect 2007 season.
Coach Bill Belichick said he's treating this camp no different than any other, despite the Super Bowl loss to the New York Giants.
Bruins Obtain Forward Martin St. Pierre The Boston Bruins have swapped forwards with the Chicago Blackhawks, getting Martin St. Pierre in exchange for Pascal Pelletier.
The trade was announced Thursday.
Sox Complete Seattle Sweep Mike Lowell hit a two-run single off Sean Green in the 12th inning, and the Red Sox took advantage of two outfield errors to beat the lowly Mariners 6-3 on Wednesday and complete Boston's first series sweep at Seattle in 15 years.
Wideman Signs Multi-Year Deal The Boston Bruins have signed defenseman Dennis Wideman to a multiyear contract extension.
Wideman had career bests last season with 13 goals and 23 assists in 81 games. He was the No. 2 scoring defenseman to captain Zdeno Chara and sixth overall on the team.
Patriots Sign Wheatley The New England Patriots signed second-round pick Terrence Wheatley on Tuesday, leaving only top pick Jerod Mayo unsigned among their draftees two days before the start of training camp.
Lester, Sox Blank M's, 4-0 Seattle is special to Jon Lester, and not just because he's a local favorite. Lester rewarded his family and teammates by pitching the Red Sox to a 4-0 win over the Mariners to end a Boston three-game losing streak.
Kraft to Present Tippett in Canton Former New England Patriots linebacker Andre Tippett has chosen team owner Robert Kraft to present him at his induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. The ceremony is scheduled for Aug. 2 in Canton, Ohio.
House Sold on Celtics Eddie House had virtually disappeared from the Boston rotation during the Celtics' run to the NBA title. When he got in the game, though, he showed his worth.
Patriots Mix Clement into O-Line The Patriots have signed free agent offensive lineman Anthony Clement, a ten-year veteran who started every game at right tackle for the New York Jets the past two seasons.
Patriots Sign Two Draft Picks The New England Patriots on Monday signed linebacker Shawn Crable and quarterback Kevin O'Connell, two players drafted in the third round this year.
Anaheim Angst Complete with Sweep Casey Kotchman hit a two-run double to cap a three-run rally in the eighth inning, Francisco Rodriguez became the fastest pitcher to 40 saves in big league history, and the Angels beat the Boston Red Sox, 5-3 to complete a 3-game sweep.
Sox Implode Late in 4-2 Loss The scrappy Los Angeles Angels are showing they've got what it takes to beat the Boston Red Sox.
Pinch hitter Erick Aybar hit a bases-clearing triple to highlight a four-run seventh, and the Angels rallied for a 4-2 victory over the defendingWorld Series champions Saturday.
Ortiz Rehab: 2 Games, 2 Homeruns For the second time in two nights, David Ortiz gave the fans what they came to see: a home run.
The Boston Red Sox slugger is recovering from a wrist injury with a rehabilitation assignment at Triple A Pawtucket.
Sox Hit Road, Road Hits Back The Boston Red Sox came out flat in their first game after the All-Star break and Garret Anderson went 4-for-4 and drove in five runs for the Los Angeles Angels in an 11-3 victory Friday night.
Bruins to Start on Thin Ice The Boston Bruins will begin the 2008-09 NHL season on the road with a four city excursion before gracing home ice at the T.D. Banknorth Garden.
The Bruins will begin the new campaign in Colorado on Thursday, October 9, at 10 p.m. ET.
Bruins Tickets? Food for Thought Boston Bruins executives are hoping that the way to a hockey fan's heart is through his stomach.
The NHL franchise is selling season tickets that also include all-you-can-eat soda and snacks, including hot dogs, chili, chips, cookies and other treats.
Bruins Set Camp Roster The Boston Bruins roster for their second annual development camp will include the team's top draft picks in 2007 and 2008. Bruins General Manager Peter Chiarelli says Zach Hamill, the 8th overall selection of the 2007 NHL Draft and Joe Colborne, the 16th overall pick in the recent 2008 NHL Draft will be on hand at the Bruins' practice facility in Wilmington July 8-12.
Celtics Giddy Over Giddens The Boston Celtics picked guard J.R. Giddens of New Mexico with the 30th pick of the NBA draft Thursday night and coach Doc Rivers said his defensive skills give him a chance to contribute to the world champions next season.
Bruins Get Offensive in Draft The Bruins went looking for offense in this year's NHL draft.
After selecting high-scoring Joe Colborne of the Camrose Kodiaks in the Alberta Junior Hockey League with their first pick on Friday night, Boston selected four more front-line players and a goalie on Saturday.
No Ordinary Joe The Bruins say they got an offensive boost when they took center Joe Colborne with their first pick in the NHL draft.
They also say they got lucky.
General manager Peter Chiarelli said the team had Colborne rated in their Top 10, but he fell to the Bruins, who had the 16th overall pick.
NBA CHAMPS! The Boston Celtics used a suffocating defense to totally dominate the Los Angeles Lakers, 131-92, and win the 17th Championship in franchise history .
Pats Avoid Philly Stake No running up the score this week for the New England Patriots. This win came hard.
Asante Samuel returned an interception 40 yards for a touchdown and had a second pick to shut off a late Philadelphia drive as the Patriots beat the Eagles 31-28 Sunday night to run their record to 11-0.
Red Sox, Mike Lowell Agree to 3-Year Deal Free agent Mike Lowell and the Red Sox have reportedly reached agreement on a three-year deal that will keep the 3rd baseman in a Sox uniform.
Cy for C.C., Sigh for Josh C.C. Sabathia won the AL Cy Young Award on Tuesday, becoming the first Cleveland pitcher in 35 years to earn the honor. Red Sox Ace Josh Beckett, who twice beat Sabathia in the ALCS, finished 2nd.
Local Sports
Forget '07: Pats back for another Super Bowl run Thursday, July 24, 2008 FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) The New England Patriots signed first-round draft pick Jerod Mayo on Thursday, bringing their last unsigned
Bruins get F St. Pierre in trade from Blackhawks Thursday, July 24, 2008 BOSTON (AP) The Boston Bruins have swapped forwards with the Chicago Blackhawks, getting Martin St. Pierre in exchange for
Boston OF Ramirez out with sore knee Wednesday, July 23, 2008 SEATTLE (AP) Manny Ramirez missed Boston's 6-3 win in 12 innings over the Seattle Mariners Wednesday with what his
Boston's Matsuzaka shuts down Seattle in 4-2 win Wednesday, July 23, 2008 SEATTLE (AP) Boston's Daisuke Matsuzaka continued his masterful pitching away from Fenway Park, and J.D. Drew's first inning homer
Patriots signs 2 draft picks Monday, July 21, 2008 FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) The New England Patriots signed free agent tackle Anthony Clement on Monday, along with a wide
Massachusetts Sports Digest Monday, July 21, 2008 The supervisor in Boston is Melissa Trujillo, followed by Rodrique Ngowi at 4:30 p.m. To reach the AP bureau
New England ties Chivas USA 1-1 Sunday, July 20, 2008 FULLERTON, Calif. (AP) Shalrie Joseph scored the tying goal on a header in the 78th minute as New England
Ortiz hits 2nd homer in rehab Friday, July 18, 2008 PAWTUCKET, R.I. (AP) Boston Red Sox slugger David Ortiz hit his second homer in as many games of his
Patriots sign cornerback from Auburn Thursday, July 17, 2008 FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) The New England Patriots have signed fourth-round draft pick Jonathan Wilhite for the defense squad. The
Sabrina Salmela, Beverly High School Sabrina Salmela is a tennis player at Beverly High School, which is akin to saying Jonathan Papelbon is a relief pitcher for the Boston Red Sox.
The 17-year old senior-to-be is the queen of her court. Just ask the opponents she has left in her dust.
Kylene Pease, Ashland High School Kylene Pease plays softball for Ashland High School. The 17-year old plays the hot corner for the greatest Division-2 girls' softball team in Massachusetts history.
Kylene and company went through the season unblemished, experiencing only the thrill of victory.
