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Battle resumes in Philly
The Celtics' first-round series has shifted to Philadelphia, but the same issues that surrounded the team in Game 2 remain for Game 3. Here's a preview.
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Beckett up to speed
Josh Beckett pitched seven shutout innings to lead the Red Sox over the Mariners for their fifth straight victory.
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Ceremony full of emotion
The Red Sox pulled out all the stops to honor Tim Wakefield before Tuesday's 5-0 win over the Mariners.
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Bob Ryan and Kevin Paul Dupont debate whether the current Big 3 will go down like the original version?
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Several New England athletes like Shalane Flanagan are already qualified, and many more hope to punch their ticket to London in next two months.
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Pitching matchups for the Rays series
Wednesday: RHP Clay Buchholz (4-1, 8.31) vs. RHP Jeremy Hellickson (3-0, 2.95), 7:10 p.m., NESN,......

Beck in the Saddle Again
He was the Texas On Man today. Candle in the win for the Birthday Boy....

Celtics changing offense for Paul Pierce
The Celtics will be changing their offensive game plan to generate more opportunities for captain Paul Pierce (knee sprain) when they meet the Philadelphia 76ers in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference semifinals Wednesday night....

Cam Neely encourages further study of equipment
Bruins president Cam Neely is among the game’s leaders who want equipment to undergo continual examination in relation to player safety....

Wes Welker signs franchise tender
The receiver can now re-join his team ASAP....

Paul Pierce, Celtics aren't right in Game 2
By Chad Finn, Boston.com Staff Through two games of the Eastern Conference semifinals, the Celtics......

Quality wins but tough stretch looms for Red Sox
Josh Beckett's three wins this season have come against teams that are a combined 49-52. Take away the April victory against the Tampa Bay Rays, and that record is 26-48 (Minnesota, Seattle). ...

Another way of looking at marathon's charity component
For one runner, this Boston Marathon opened his eyes to another side of charity running....

Video: Brett Lawrie hits umpire with helmet
Toronto Blue Jays third baseman Brett Lawrie is facing a suspension after he threw his helmet and struck an umpire after striking out Tuesday night against the Rays.

MIAA names coaches of the year
The following coaches will be honored at the 2nd Annual Coach of the Year/Student Athlete Banquet on May 30, 2012. Each coach below has been named “Coach of the Year” for their respective sport:

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Red Sox random acts of kindness
The Red Sox are running a season-long campaign of appearances and charity efforts. Here are some of the stops along the way.


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Surprising 2012 MLB statistics
Not many people expected Josh Hamilton to be this good or Albert Pujols to be so bad. Click through for more surprises.


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Which Red Sox would you trade?
Which players would you be willing to part with as the trade deadline gets closer? Review and cast your votes.


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Patriots cheerleader boot camp
Reporter/photographer Stan Grossfeld took a closer look at what the Patriots cheer squad finalists go through before the final cuts are announced.


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NHL's best playoff beards
The annual tradition is in full swing as hockey's Stanley Cup playoffs approach the conference finals. Take a look at some of the best.


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Harvard baseball team's van dance
While on a road trip in Florida, members of the Harvard baseball team got down to the song "Call Me Maybe," and recorded it. Check it out.


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