After losing Adam Kilgore to the Washington Post, the Boston Globe didn't waste much time in bringing on a new writer for the Patriots beat. Shalise Manza Young, who has been the Patriots beat writer for the Providence Journal for the last few seasons, and has been at the paper for 15 years, has been … Continue reading Boston Globe Hires Shalise Manza Young as Patriots Beat Writer
C’s Win, B’s Lose
I'm going to start out with sort of a mea culpa this morning. I received the following email a little while ago: Hey Bruce, I have been a pretty loyal viewer over the years, even occasionally contributing a few bucks. You are losing me and alot of people I know. Your site just doesn't work if the updates … Continue reading C’s Win, B’s Lose
Celtics, Bruins Try To Get Back on Track
The Celtics and Bruins each return to action tonight, each trying to salvage a season that began with so much promise. The Celtics are in Detroit to take on the Pistons, while the Bruins host the Canadiens at the Garden. One thing I noticed today is great stories from WEEI.com. Since they're not a newspaper, they … Continue reading Celtics, Bruins Try To Get Back on Track
Canada Takes The Gold Against U.S.A.
Even casual sports fans were drawn in to yesterday's USA-Canada gold medal hockey game. It didn't disappoint, as the U.S. wiped out a 2-0 deficit, including a game-tying goal with their goaltender pulled and 24 seconds remaining in the third period. The OT period was compelling, and Sidney Crosby ultimately won it for Canada. February … Continue reading Canada Takes The Gold Against U.S.A.
WEEI Producer Suspended for Vulgar Texts To Rival 98.5 FM
Jessica Heslam has the story in the Herald this morning. (Also noted in Ken Fang's Megalinks in the post below this one.) The simmering feud between the city’s two sports radio powerhouses boiled over yesterday when a WEEI producer got slapped with a one-week suspension for texting “vulgar” messages to upstart rival the Sports Hub. Andy … Continue reading WEEI Producer Suspended for Vulgar Texts To Rival 98.5 FM
Another Set of Friday Night Megalinks
I'm watching curling as we get ready to close the Olympics and get back to watching college basketball and prepare for baseball. To be honest, I never thought I would enjoy curling, but I've really gotten into the sport this year. Plus, it's been on at some convenient times to watch so I'll NBC some … Continue reading Another Set of Friday Night Megalinks
Celtics Fade Badly Once Again
A power outage and a few other obstacles had me running behind this morning, but here's the top stories from this morning. There was more quality then usual this morning, so there are 15 links, plus two bonus ones: After 30 years, Michaels still believes - Chad Finn has Al Michaels recalling his broadcast of the 1980 … Continue reading Celtics Fade Badly Once Again
Scott Lauber To Join Boston Herald
Haven't gotten official confirmation on this, It's official. Scott Glauber will be joining the Boston Herald to cover the Red Sox sometime in the middle of March. Ian Rapoport of the Herald posted this on Twitter earlier this afternoon: Congratulations to @ScottLauber, who has joined the Boston Herald's Red Sox reporting crew. Welcome to the … Continue reading Scott Lauber To Join Boston Herald
Week Log: Of Public ‘Thanks’ And Public ‘Sorry’s
Driven by an intense Olympics spirit, we headed north last weekend for some skiing on the final days of school vacation. For my seven year-old, it was his fifth outing - all with me, all in the last 12 months - and, although I was initially cool to the realization, there was no more denying … Continue reading Week Log: Of Public ‘Thanks’ And Public ‘Sorry’s
Mosi Remembered, Cavs in Town
The passing of former Patriots fullback Mosi Tatupu touched many people yesterday, and that is reflected in the selected links below. Beloved Mosi Tatupu left indelible imprint - Today is Ron Borges at his best, paying tribute to a player from another generation. Tatupu earned a special place in hearts of Patriots fans - Jim Donaldson also … Continue reading Mosi Remembered, Cavs in Town
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