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‘I’ve been blessed more than anybody should’: Dante Scarnecchia reflects on his career ahead of Patriots Hall of Fame induction

Patriots Scarnecchia will be inducted alongside Mike Vrabel at Gillette Stadium Saturday afternoon. Dante Scarnecchia won five Super Bowls as a coach in New England. AP Photo/Elise Amendola Friday injury report: Patriots rule 3 out, list 16 as questionable against Buffalo Bills Mike Vrabel ribs Tom Brady over former QB’s unlikely attendance for Patriots Hall … [Read more…]

Rajon Rondo visits Celtics at practice, hopes to play advising role similar to Paul Pierce

Celtics Rondo also praised Jrue Holiday as “one of my favorite teammates I’ve ever played with.” Rajon Rondo believes the Celtics are capable of winning it all this season. (Photo by Jared Wickerham/Getty Images) Jrue Holiday reached out to a beloved ex-Celtics guard before choosing the No. 4 jersey Paul Pierce has been around the … [Read more…]

Friday injury report: Patriots rule 3 out, list 16 as questionable against Buffalo Bills

Patriots Riley Reiff, Josh Uche, and Keion White will miss Sunday’s game. Josh Uche is one of three Patriots officially ruled out of Sunday’s game. Jim Davis/Globe Staff Mike Vrabel ribs Tom Brady over former QB’s unlikely attendance for Patriots Hall of Fame induction ceremony There reportedly hasn’t been ‘much movement’ on a Kendrick Bourne … [Read more…]

Report: San Francisco Giants ask Red Sox for permission to interview Jason Varitek for vacant managerial position

Red Sox Varitek has held various roles in Boston’s front office and coaching staff since his retirement from playing in 2011. Jason Varitek played all 14 seasons of his MLB career with the Red Sox. Rob Carr/Getty Images Kim Ng reportedly has declined an interview with Red Sox Ex-Red Sox OF Gabe Kapler reportedly interviewed … [Read more…]

Mike Vrabel ribs Tom Brady over former QB’s unlikely attendance for Patriots Hall of Fame induction ceremony

Patriots The former Patriots teammates have had some funny back-and-forths over the years. Tom Brady and Mike Vrabel had some memorable moments as teammates. Matthew J. Lee/Globe Staff Photo Mike Vrabel and Tom Brady have had some friendly trash talk over the years, dating back to their time as teammates with the Patriots over two … [Read more…]

Keeping Charlie Coyle and Trent Frederic together needs to be a priority for Bruins

Bruins “I thought (Coyle’s line) had a tremendous impact.” Charlie Coyle dominated back at his spot on the third line during Thursday’s win. Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images 3 takeaways as Bruins remain undefeated with 3-1 win over Sharks It took all of two games for Charlie Coyle to get slotted from his new post in … [Read more…]

There reportedly hasn’t been ‘much movement’ on a Kendrick Bourne trade; teams ‘torn’ on if Patriots will be sellers

Patriots The NFL trade deadline is on Oct. 31. Kendrick Bourne has been a common player speculated to be on the move ahead of the trade deadline. In the event that the 1-5 Patriots are sellers at the trade deadline later in October, many have speculated that Kendrick Bourne could be among the top players … [Read more…]

Kim Ng reportedly has declined an interview with Red Sox

Red Sox Miami’s former GM will not become Boston’s new head of baseball operations. Former Miami Marlins general manager Kim Ng was tied to the Red Sox’ top baseball officer role, but she has reportedly denied an interview. Lynne Sladky/AP Photo, File Another notable name in the race to lead the Red Sox has removed … [Read more…]

The Patriots have struggled in recent years against the Bills, and there’s no reason to believe that will change on Sunday

Patriots With 20 players on the injury report as of Thursday, the Patriots are neither healthy nor good as they try to end a three-game losing streak in which they’ve been outscored, 93-20. Stefon Diggs is one of the many reasons why the Bills have dominated the Patriots over the last few seasons. Barry Chin/Globe … [Read more…]

Ex-Red Sox OF Gabe Kapler reportedly interviewed to be team’s next head of baseball ops

Red Sox Kapler, who has managed the Phillies and Giants, is reportedly the second former Red Sox player to interview for the role. Gabe Kapler managed the Giants for the last four seasons. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu) Another former Red Sox player has entered the mix to possibly become the team’s baseball operations chief. Former Red … [Read more…]