Patriots sign Jeremiah Pharms Jr. to 53-man roster, elevate Conor McDermott

Patriots Pharms was elevated from the practice squad three straight weeks in October. Jeremiah Pharms made enough of an impact to earn a full-time roster spot. (AP Photo/Steven Senne) 5 Commanders players to watch in Sunday’s Patriots game Patriots Injury Report: DeVante Parker ruled out against Commanders After weeks of practice squad elevations, the Patriots … [Read more…]

‘This might be the best defensive duo’: Paul Pierce, Kevin Garnett gush over Celtics’ backcourt’s scrappiness

Celtics “It looks hella scrappy in person,” Celtics icon Paul Pierce said of the play of Derrick White and Jrue Holiday. Derrick White and Jrue Holiday have made it tough for opposing guards to score on them so far this season. (AP Photo/John Munson) The offensive prowess of the new-look Celtics was on full display … [Read more…]

Dick Drago, staple of Red Sox pitching staff in 1970s, dies at 78

Red Sox Drago registered the final out of the 1975 American League Championship Series to help the Red Sox clinch the pennant. Dick Drago, who pitched for the Red Sox in the 1970s, died Thursday at age 78. Drago, who spent five years with the club from 1974-1975 and 1978-1980, compiled a 30-29 record and … [Read more…]