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Would a Jonathan Papelbon return to the Red Sox make sense?

Let's close the debate on Jonathan Papelbon right now

The Red Sox are interested in ex-Nationals reliever Jonathan Papelbon.

Red Sox GM on Papelbon: 'Sometimes a little crazy goes a long way'

You can watch Simone Biles and Aly Raisman at the TD Garden!

Here's when you can see Aly Raisman, Simone Biles perform in Boston

Jimmy spent his high school career at Belmont Hill School.

Morning Sports Update: Bruins' meeting with Jimmy Vesey went 'very well' August 18, 2016 | 8:01 AM

John Farrell has one World Series title and two last-place finishes in his three full seasons as Red Sox manager.

Here's where John Farrell ranks among the best and worst Red Sox managers since the '70s August 18, 2016 | 7:43 AM

Troubled Vermont ski resort gets new owners, poised for upgrades August 17, 2016 | 11:14 PM

BALTIMORE, MD - AUGUST 17: David Price #24 of the Boston Red Sox pitches in the second inning during a baseball game against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards at on August 17, 2016 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)

Red Sox beat Orioles 8-1 in rain-shortened 6-inning game August 17, 2016 | 10:55 PM

RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - AUGUST 17: (L-R) Bronze medalist Kristi Castlin, gold medalist Brianna Rollins and silver medalist Nia Ali of the United States celebrate with American flags after the Women's 100m Hurdles Final on Day 12 of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games at the Olympic Stadium on August 17, 2016 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. (Photo by Cameron Spencer/Getty Images)

'Awesome Hour' on the track as US captures 6 Olympic medals August 17, 2016 | 10:43 PM

RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - AUGUST 18: U.S Olympic swimmers Gunnar Bentz and Jack Conger leave the police headquarters at International departures of Rio de Janiero's Galeo International airport on August 18, 2016 in Rio de Janiero, Brazil. The swimmers were removed from their flight departing for the United States by Brazilian authorities to give more information about a reported armed robbery earlier in the week which included fellow U.S swimmers Ryan Lochte and James Feign. (Photo by Chris McGrath/Getty Images)

2 Lochte teammates in robbery probe pulled off plane August 17, 2016 | 10:23 PM

Usain Bolt (right) of Jamaica and Andre De Grasse (left) of Canada compete during the men's 200m Semifinals.

Usain Bolt isn't the only one who can smile during the semis August 17, 2016 | 10:03 PM

2016 Rio Olympics - Athletics - Preliminary - Women's 800m Round 1 - Olympic Stadium - Rio de Janeiro, Brazil - 17/08/2016. Caster Semenya (RSA) of South Africa competes. REUTERS/Lucy Nicholson FOR EDITORIAL USE ONLY. NOT FOR SALE FOR MARKETING OR ADVERTISING CAMPAIGNS.

Olympians divided about women with high testosterone levels August 17, 2016 | 10:00 PM

This US swimmer returned home from Rio to a lawn filled with paper hearts August 17, 2016 | 5:50 PM

Mike Gorman at TD Garden

Celtics announcer Mike Gorman weighs in on calling Olympic basketball August 17, 2016 | 3:42 PM

Abbey D'Agostino ran with Nikki Hamblin after the two collided yesterday, but struggled with an injury.

Olympic spirit not enough, as Abbey D'Agostino forced to sit out final August 17, 2016 | 12:57 PM

Lochte and three other American swimmers were robbed at gunpoint early Sunday, Aug. 14, by thieves posing as police officers who stopped their taxi and took their money and belongings, the U.S. Olympic Committee said.

Father: Lochte back in US; Rio judge orders passports held August 17, 2016 | 11:13 AM

New England Patriots cornerback Cre'von LeBlanc, rear, makes an interception for a touchback on a pass intended for New Orleans Saints wide receiver R.J. Harris (14) during the second half of a preseason NFL football game Thursday, Aug. 11, 2016, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Stew Milne)

New England Patriots

Belichick says LeBlanc went undrafted for similar reasons as Butler August 17, 2016 | 10:55 AM

The U.S. women's gymnastics team on the cover of PEOPLE: (left to right) Laurie Hernandez, Aly Raisman, Simone Biles, Madison Kocian and Gabby Douglas.

Aly Raisman and teammates are on the cover of People Magazine August 17, 2016 | 10:28 AM

The Red Sox don't believe that Eduardo Rodriguez's injury is a serious one.

Red Sox say Eduardo Rodriguez's injury may not be serious August 17, 2016 | 10:13 AM

Would a Jonathan Papelbon return to the Red Sox make sense?

John Farrell says he's spoken with Jonathan Papelbon August 17, 2016 | 8:37 AM

Mookie Betts has as bright a future as anyone in baseball.

Wake Up With Wilbur: Mookie Betts for MVP August 17, 2016 | 8:26 AM

New England Patriots defensive end Chris Long, right, holds his 5-month-old son, Waylon, alongside his wife, Megan (in hat) as his brother Chicago Bears offensive tackle Kyle Long chats with them after NFL football training camp, Tuesday, Aug. 16, 2016, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola)

New England Patriots

Long brothers look to play key roles for Patriots, Bears August 16, 2016 | 11:30 PM

Aug 16, 2016; Baltimore, MD, USA; Boston Red Sox right fielder Mookie Betts (50) celebrates with shortstop Xander Bogaerts (2) after hitting a three-run home run in the fifth inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports

Mookie Betts give Orioles fits as Red Sox pull out 5-3 victory August 16, 2016 | 10:30 PM

2016 Rio Olympics - Artistic Gymnastics - Final - Women's Floor Final - Rio Olympic Arena - Rio de Janeiro, Brazil - 16/08/2016. Alexandra Raisman (USA) of USA (Aly Raisman) competes. REUTERS/Mike Blake TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY. FOR EDITORIAL USE ONLY. NOT FOR SALE FOR MARKETING OR ADVERTISING CAMPAIGNS.

Aly Raisman says she gets 'better with age,' not ruling out 2020 Olympics August 16, 2016 | 7:53 PM

New England Patriots wide receiver Julian Edelman (11) reaches for a pass during NFL football training camp, Tuesday, Aug. 16, 2016, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola)

New England Patriots

Julian Edelman shines during his first full-participation practice August 16, 2016 | 7:02 PM

BOSTON, MA - JULY 24: Rick Porcello #22 of the Boston Red Sox throws in the first inning against the Minnesota Twins at Fenway Park on July 24, 2016 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Jim Rogash/Getty Images)

It is time to call Rick Porcello a Cy Young Award contender....really August 16, 2016 | 6:13 PM

Former Red Sox pitcher Curt Schilling watches as infielders take batting practice during spring training in 2015.

Curt Schilling weighs senate run against Elizabeth Warren in 2018 August 16, 2016 | 6:03 PM

NFL suspends Bills star for 4 games over positive drug test August 16, 2016 | 5:54 PM

Alexandra Raisman competes in the women's floor event final of the Artistic Gymnastics at the Olympic Arena during the Rio 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro on August 16, 2016.

Watch Aly Raisman's local gym cheer her on during the floor final August 16, 2016 | 4:32 PM

New England Patriots Jamie Collins #91 walks to the sidelines against the Pittsburgh Steelers during an NFL football game, Thursday, Sept. 10, 2015, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Gregory Payan)

New England Patriots

Collins on aggressive practices: 'It only brings out the best in you' August 16, 2016 | 3:48 PM

Aly Raisman thanks her Massachusetts gym for the support during the Rio Olympics.

Aly Raisman thanked her local gym for its Olympic support August 16, 2016 | 3:40 PM

2016 Rio Olympics - Artistic Gymnastics - Final - Women's Floor Final - Rio Olympic Arena - Rio de Janeiro, Brazil - 16/08/2016. Simone Biles (USA) of USA (L) and Alexandra Raisman (USA) of USA (Aly Raisman) celebrate winning the gold and the silver respectively. REUTERS/Mike Blake TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY. FOR EDITORIAL USE ONLY. NOT FOR SALE FOR MARKETING OR ADVERTISING CAMPAIGNS.

Simone Biles, Aly Raisman take gold, silver in floor final August 16, 2016 | 2:44 PM

NBC ratings soar with first full week of Olympics August 16, 2016 | 2:43 PM

The parking lots outside of Gillette Stadium before the Patriots hosted the Chiefs in an AFC divisional playoff game.

New England Patriots

Police to ensure Pats fans aren't abusing handicapped spots August 16, 2016 | 1:11 PM

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