By New York Yacht Club It’s the middle of a foggy night in the North Atlantic. The breeze is fickle and there is nary a star or landsight by which to guide the yacht. It’s the sort of weather than drives helmspeople insane as they chase the compass this way and that, trying, often in […]
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Rhode Island FC signs former Providence College defender Nathan Messer
Rhode Island FC announced today that it has signed former Providence College defender Nathan Messer for the upcoming 2024 USL Championship season, pending league and federation approval. The former Friar becomes RIFC’s 22nd all-time acquisition. “We’re really excited to bring another former Providence College standout onto our roster,” said Rhode Island FC Head Coach Khano Smith. “Nathan has […]
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Red Sox pitcher Lucas Giolito has elbow repaired with internal brace, expected to miss season
By MARK DIDTLER Associated Press TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Boston Red Sox right-hander Lucas Giolito is expected to miss this season after his right ulnar collateral ligament was repaired with an internal brace. Dr. Jeffrey R. Dugas operated Tuesday at the Andrews Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Center in Birmingham, Alabama. Giolito was able to avoid […]
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Tatum scores 38 and Celtics use 20-0 run to get past Jazz 123-107
By MATTHEW COLES Associated Press SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Jayson Tatum scored 38 points and Derrick White added 24 to lead the Boston Celtics to a 123-107 win over the struggling Utah Jazz on Tuesday night. The Celtics were missing rotation players Jaylen Brown (back), Kristaps Porzingis (hamstring) and Al Horford (toe) but shot […]
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Patriots and 2-time Pro Bowl tight end Austin Hooper agree on 1-year deal, AP source says
The New England Patriots and two-time Pro Bowl tight end Austin Hooper have agreed on a one-year deal worth up to $4.25 million, a person with knowledge of the terms said Tuesday night. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the contract can’t become official until the new league year […]
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Covington puts up 17, UMass-Lowell knocks off Bryant 77-70 in AEC tourney semifinals
LOWELL, Mass. (AP) — Yuri Covington had 17 points in second-seeded UMass Lowell’s 77-70 win against third-seeded Bryant on Tuesday night in the America East Conference Tournament. The River Hawks will play at top-seeded Vermont on Saturday morning for the championship. Covington added 10 rebounds for the River Hawks (22-9). Cam Morris III scored 14 […]
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Jimerson puts up 26, Saint Louis beats Rhode Island 74-71 in Atlantic 10 Conference Tournament
NEW YORK (AP) — Gibson Jimerson had 26 points and Saint Louis beat Rhode Island 74-71 on Tuesday in the Atlantic 10 Conference Tournament. Saint Louis (13-19), a No. 14 seed, advances to play No. 6 seed Duquesne in the second round on Wednesday. Jimerson also had five assists for the Billikens. Terrence Hargrove Jr. […]
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International Tennis Hall of Fame launches new digital exhibit showcasing iconic tennis trophies
The International Tennis Hall of Fame (ITHACA) has announced the launch of Etched in History. This new digital exhibit showcases 68 of the most iconic tennis trophies from the ITHACA’s collection. The exhibit was designed to provide a comprehensive overview of tennis’s history, from the sport’s humble beginnings in Newport, Rhode Island, to the world […]
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Brown has 27 and Tatum adds 26 for the Celtics in 121-99 win over Portland
By ANNE M. PETERSON AP Sports Writer PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — The Boston Celtics aren’t taking 50 wins this season for granted. Jaylen Brown scored 27 points, Jayson Tatum added 26 and the Celtics beat the Portland Trail Blazers 121-99 on Monday night despite the absence of two key starters. Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porzingis […]
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Kapanen, Thomas score in 1st period; Blues roll past Bruins 5-1
BOSTON (AP) — Kasperi Kapanen and Robert Thomas each scored in the first period, Joel Hofer stopped 36 shots and the St. Louis Blues beat the Boston Bruins 5-1 on Monday night. Entering the night eight points out of a wild-card spot and tied for 10th in the Western Conference with two other teams, the […]
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Patriots open free agency by adding Brissett, Gibson, bringing back Bourne, AP sources say
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — The New England Patriots spent most of last season in shambles offensively. They spent first day of free agency trying to address that issue. Quarterback Jacoby Brissett, receiver Kendrick Bourne and running back Antonio Gibson agreed to contracts with the Patriots, three people familiar with the deals told The Associated Press […]
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Patriots agree to trade QB Mac Jones to the Jaguars for a 6th-round draft pick, AP source says
By MARK LONG AP Pro Football Writer Booed and benched the past two years in New England, quarterback Mac Jones is headed home to become a backup. The Patriots and new coach Jerod Mayo agreed Sunday to trade Jones to the Jacksonville Jaguars for a sixth-round pick in next month’s NFL draft, according to a […]
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No. 2 UConn overcomes 15-2 deficit to beat Providence 74-60 and likely seal No. 1 NCAA seed
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — UConn coach Dan Hurley didn’t like the way Saturday night’s game against Providence started. He made sure to enjoy the finish. Hurley spent much of the last minute of the Huskies’ 74-60 victory over PC jawing with a Friars fan in the second row. The coach of the defending NCAA champions […]
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David Pastrnak reaches 40 goals as Bruins beat fading Penguins 5-1
By KEN POWTAK Associated Press BOSTON (AP) — David Pastrnak reached 40 goals for the third consecutive season, and the Boston Bruins beat the fading Pittsburgh Penguins 5-1 on Saturday. Coming off a 4-1 victory over Toronto on Thursday, the Bruins posted consecutive regulation wins for the first time since Jan. 20 and 22. They […]
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No. 9 UConn overcomes injury to Edwards, beats Providence 86-53 to advance in Big East Tournament
By PAT EATON-ROBB AP Sports Writer UNCASVILLE, Conn. (AP) — No. 9 UConn has become used to overcoming injuries and the Huskies had to do it again on Saturday. Paige Bueckers scored 29 points and top-seeded Connecticut (27-5) beat ninth-seeded Providence 86-53 in the Big East quarterfinals despite losing star center Aaliyah Edwards while up […]
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Brown scores 12 off the bench, Rhode Island downs Fordham 58-50
NEW YORK (AP) — Tyson Brown led Rhode Island past Fordham on Saturday with 12 points off of the bench in a 58-50 victory. Brown added 11 rebounds for the Rams (12-19, 6-12 Atlantic 10 Conference). Zek Montgomery scored 11 points, shooting 4 for 8, including 1 for 3 from beyond the arc. David Green […]
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Brown beats Yale 84-81 in OT on last-second 3-pointer
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (AP) — Aaron Cooley’s 3-pointer in the final second lifted Brown to an 84-81 overtime victory over Yale on Saturday in a regular-season finale. Kino Lilly Jr. led Brown with 26 points. Brown’s Nana Owusu-Anane sent the game into overtime with a 3-pointer with 35 seconds left in regulation to tie the game at […]
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Sellout announced for Rhode Island FC’s inaugural match
Rhode Island FC has announced that its first-ever match at Beirne Stadium, Bryant University, on Saturday, March 16th, against New Mexico United of the USL Championship Western Conference, is sold out. The historic occasion will kick off at 4 p.m. Rhode Island FC President Brett Luy said, “This community has made an enormous statement by […]
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Nikola Jokic’s triple-double helps Nuggets to season sweep of Celtics with 115-109 win
By ARNIE STAPLETON AP Sports Writer DENVER (AP) — Sometimes, Nikola Jokic’s triple-double is as meaningful as it is magical. That was certainly the case Thursday night when Jokic recorded his 20th triple-double of the season and the Denver Nuggets withstood a furious fourth-quarter surge by Boston to beat the Celtics 115-109. That gave the […]
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Red Sox make long-term investment in Bello as they await clarity on Giolito’s elbow
By STEVE MEGARGEE AP Sports Writer After getting bad news about the biggest offseason addition to their rotation, the Boston Red Sox are making a major long-term investment in the team’s top returning pitcher. Young right-hander Brayan Bello agreed to a $55 million, six-year contract Thursday that includes a club option for 2030. The move […]
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Natalie Spooner scores as Toronto beats Boston 3-1 for eighth straight win
TORONTO (AP) — Natalie Spooner had a goal and an assist, and Toronto beat Boston 3-1 on Wednesday night for its eighth consecutive victory. Allie Munroe and Maggie Connors also scored for Toronto (10-5-0), which has won nine of 10 overall. Kristen Campbell made 22 saves in front of a sellout crowd of 2,479 at […]
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Rhode Island FC announces 2024 broadcast schedule
Today, Rhode Island FC announced its television broadcast schedule for the upcoming 2024 USL Championship season. Head Coach Khano Smith’s club enters its first season competing in the league, and fans will be able to follow the club all year long. On the national stage, RIFC will be featured on CBS Sports Network when the team visits […]
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Dean Wade scores 20 in fourth, Cavs rally to stun Celtics and end Boston’s 11-game winning streak
By TOM WITHERS AP Sports Writer CLEVELAND (AP) — With every one of Dean Wade’s shots that splashed through the net, the Cavaliers got closer to the Celtics and his confidence grew. “The rim looked like a swimming pool,” he said. Wade made five 3-pointers and scored 20 points in the fourth quarter, outscoring the Celtics […]
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Carter’s 24 points, 12 rebounds lead Providence over Georgetown 71-58
WASHINGTON (AP) — Devin Carter had 24 points, 12 rebounds and four steals in Providence’s 71-58 victory against Georgetown on Tuesday night. Carter scored 20 points in the second half. Josh Oduro scored 14 points and added nine rebounds for the Friars (19-11, 10-9 Big East Conference). Rich Barron finished with 11 points. Jayden Epps […]
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Red Sox have concerns about the right elbow of starter Lucas Giolito
FORT MYERS, Fla. (AP) — The Boston Red Sox are likely to be without right-handed starter Lucas Giolito for opening day and potentially longer after he experienced discomfort in his elbow following his last outing. Manager Alex Cora said Tuesday that Giolito will have additional exams to determine the severity of the injury. “We’re obviously […]