By Marie Torto, Boston.com Staff

Boston sports had an all-around successful night Wednesday as the Celtics, Bruins and Red Sox were all able to take down New York and Toronto (twice), respectively. Here's a round-up of what the media in those two cities are saying today.

NEW YORK POST

Mark Berman says the Knicks got a little too cocky for their own good:

In nothing short of a choke, the Knicks allowed the Celtics to keep their season alive and take Game 5 last night in a 92-86 shocker at the Garden, staving off the anticipated Boston “funeral.”

Once ready to sweep the Celtics, the Knicks cling to a 3-2 lead in the best-of-seven series which is headed back to Boston tomorrow, echoing memories of 2004 when the Red Sox rallied from a 3-0 deficit to shock the Yankees.

No NBA team has recovered from a 3-0 series deficit.

The Knicks got too full of themselves in the past few days, and it cost them. Smith bragged the series would be over if he had not been suspended Sunday. And following the lead of Kenyon Martin, all Knicks players had black jackets and black slacks hanging in their lockers before last night’s potential Game 5 closeout, anticipating the demise of the Celtics’ season. Embarrassingly, they were forced to wear their all-black garb afterward.

“We were going to a funeral, but it looks like we got buried,’’ said J.R. Smith, who said he won’t wear black to a game anytime soon. “We got humbled.’’

Fred Kerber compares Celtics to 2004 Red Sox:

“I seen it. It was tremendous,” Celtics sharpshooter Jason Terry said about the Red Sox fabled comeback. “Papi is a neighbor. I’m very familiar with what they did and the history they made. Is it a motivating factor for us? It helps, but that alone is not going to win the series.”

No, but the Celtics are at least halfway home. After their 92-86 victory over the Knicks in Game 5 at the Garden last night, the Celtics, down 0-3 a few days ago, have made the series 3-2 with Game 6 set for Boston on Friday.

“We’re still down so our mentality has to be all out,” said Kevin Garnett, who followed up a pair of monster 17-rebound games with 18 rebounds last night while playing 39 minutes. “We’re down 3-2. The next game we lose is it. I don’t know what everybody is talking about with getting comfortable, feeling good. We’re down 3-2. It’s not like we evened it up and are going back home.”

Mike Vaccaro says Knicks will have to save their not-so-classy 'funeral' suits:

Back in the Knicks’ locker room, a string of black suits was hung with care in the players’ stalls. This could simply have been a fashion statement, a sartorial expression of unity. Except it came with a purpose: The Knicks weren’t here simply to deliver a knockout punch, but a message.

These were their funeral outfits.

Yes. That’s as galling as it sounds, especially given the events in Boston 17 days ago. Nice. Very classy.

This is a franchise that hasn’t won a playoff series in 13 years or a title in 40, a team that has yet to win THIS playoff series even as the players allowed their minds to drift forward to Atlanta, to Indiana, even to Miami. And they were preparing a Viking funeral for the Celtics before actually, you know, eliminating them.

Amazing. Just amazing.

NEW YORK TIMES

Howard Beck tells how all-black outfits backfired in game run-down:

The theme proved ill-conceived, perhaps in poor taste and absolutely poorly timed, as the Knicks stumbled through another four quarters Wednesday night, allowing the Celtics — undeniably old, but hardly lifeless — to take a 92-86 victory, extending this first-round series once again.

After starting the week with a sweep in sight, the Knicks are clinging to a 3-2 lead and heading back to Boston for Game 6 on Friday.

“We’re good; we’re good,” Carmelo Anthony said, despite the sudden shift in momentum. He added, “Mentally, we’re in a great place.”

TORONTO SUN

Steve Simmons calls Maple Leafs "cheap playoff pretenders":

If Boston didn't take the better of them physically, the Leafs players were jumpy, rushed the puck, and turned it over regularly.

The Bruins often looked to be on the power play at even strength.

And it was clear from the first minute of play that part of Boston's strategy was to challenge the Leafs defence wide--they did so and controlled the puck throughout the night.

Kostka, in particular, had a terrible playoff debut, circumstantially and not.

He was on the ice for Boston's first four goals.

His status no doubt will be discussed over the next two days.

It wasn't a whole lot better-- and possibly worse--up front.

Phil Kessel, again, was nowhere to be found, didn't win any battles, didn't ever get his speed going.

Steve Buffery describes Maple Leaf "ugly" loss period by period:

Sadly, after Wednesday’s sub-par performance, “the very winnable” quote will be thrown in Kadri’s face (wrongly). In fact, it started on Twitter before the game was even over and will be one of the storylines on Thursday ... I’ve noticed every newspaper and sports network has listed numerous “keys to victory” for the Leafs — the Phil Kessel line rising above Zdeno Chara, secondary scoring, James Reimer, etc.

At last count, there were 479 keys to victory for the Leafs. Apparently none were realized on Game 1.

Bob Elliot talks Blue Jays' beating from the Red Sox:

Mark Buehrle made his sixth start for the Jays and was roughed up for a fourth time in a 10-1 shellacking by the Boston Red Sox before 21,094 fans at the Rogers Centre on Wednesday night.

The Jays managed two hits in seven innings against Clay Buchholz. Until Brett Lawrie’s run-scoring triple with one out in the eighth, the largest cheer was Buehrle’s 1-0 pitch in the first — a ball — to David Ortiz.

There wasn’t anything to root about for Toronto fans.

“Buchholz never gave us a thing,” said Jays manager John Gibbons, displeased over the fact Melky Cabrera lined a ball into the right field corner and was thrown out at second trailing by a wide margin.

By Robert Burgess

The Red Sox will stick with Andrew Bailey as closer for now, despite the return of former closer Joel Hanrahan from the disabled list.

According to Globe sports writer Pete Abraham, manager John Farrell spoke to both relief pitchers about the decision.

"The one thing Joel is, he's honest with himself, and he understands what's going on here," Farrell told MLB Network Radio earlier today. "When he's healthy, he's going to make us a better team."

Hanrahan struggled - going 0-1 with three saves and an 11.57 ERA - before a stint on the disabled list with a hamstring injury, while Bailey has thrived in the role earning five saves.

Globe national baseball writer Nick Cafardo said via Twitter that the team wants to ease Hanrahan back without disrupting what seems to be working for the time being.

But with Bailey's injury history (he appeared in just 19 games for the Red Sox in 2012), Hanrahan may have another chance to close games later this season.

Hanrahan made rehab appearances for Pawtucket on April 26 and 28 and allowed two runs in his two innings of work. He is available to pitch tonight.

The Red Sox optioned Daniel Bard to Portland to make roster space for Hanrahan.

By Marie Torto, Boston.com Staff

Jason Collins, the 34-year-old NBA player who has come out as the first openly gay male professional athlete from a major sports league, said he struggled for years with his decision to reveal himself to the world.

"When you keep telling yourself a lie, at some point you buy your own cover story," Collins told ABC's George Stephanopoulos in an interview aired on Tuesday. "I knew that I tried everything in the book as far as trying to convince myself to live the life I should."

Collins first revealed that he was gay to his aunt. He said she told him that she already knew that he was gay.

"She had her suspicions about me but she was extremely supportive," said Collins. "I guess she's good at reading people."

Collins said that since coming out, he has received an outpouring of love and support. He hopes that his teammates and the NBA will be equally supportive in the decision he's made.

"I'm expecting support because that's what I would give to my teammates," he said. "A team is like a family, the NBA is like a brotherhood. I'm looking at it like we all support each other on and off the court. I hope that every player makes decisions that lead to their own happiness, no matter what that happiness is in life."

Collins also said why he thinks his twin brother and fellow NBA player, Jarron, never knew that he was gay.

"I'm really good at playing it straight," Collins joked. "But he's been incredibly supportive as well... I've always been protective of my little brother, who is close to 7 feet, but now he's sort of taken on that role of protecting me."

NBA veteran Jason Collins, who split his time between the Celtics and Wizards this season, admitted he was gay in an interview with Sports Illustrated. Here is some reaction from around the league and elsewhere.

-- Guard Baron Davis (last played for the Knicks in 2012):

I am so proud of my bro @jasoncollins34 for being real. #FTheHaters bit.ly/12J9el5

— Baron Davis (@Baron_Davis) April 29, 2013

-- Lakers guard Kobe Bryant:

Proud of @jasoncollins34. Don't suffocate who u r because of the ignorance of others #courage #support #mambaarmystandup #BYOU

— Kobe Bryant (@kobebryant) April 29, 2013

-- Lakers guard Steve Nash:

The time has come. Maximum respect. RT @baron_davis: I am so proud of my bro @jasoncollins34 for being real. ... tmi.me/TGSBh

— Steve Nash (@SteveNash) April 29, 2013

-- Former president Bill Clinton:

RT @billclinton I'm proud to call Jason Collins a friend. wjcf.co/154piCi

— Baxter Holmes (@BaxterHolmes) April 29, 2013

Here is President Clinton's full statement.

-- NBA commissioner David Stern released a statement, which read in part:

RT @baxterholmes: David Stern on Jason Collins: "We are proud he has assumed the leadership mantle on this very important issue."

— Boston Globe Celtics (@GlobeCeltics) April 29, 2013

-- The Red Sox praised Collins for his courage and made him an offer:

We salute you, @jasoncollins34 for your courage and leadership. Any time you want to throw out a first pitch at Fenway Park, let us know.

— Boston Red Sox (@RedSox) April 29, 2013

-- The Celtics didn't have media availability Monday, but coach Doc Rivers released a statement:

“I am extremely happy and proud of Jason Collins," Rivers said. "He’s a pro’s pro. He is the consummate professional and he is one of my favorite “team” players I have ever coached. If you have learned anything from Jackie Robinson, it is that teammates are always the first to accept. It will be society who has to learn tolerance. One of my favorite sayings is, I am who I am, are whom we are, can be what I want to be its not up to you, it’s just me being me."

-- The Washington Wizards, Collins' most recent team:

#Wizards Statement "We are extremely proud of Jason & support his decision to live his life proudly and openly." More nba.com/wizards/wizard…

— Washington Wizards (@WashWizards) April 29, 2013

Jason Collins (right) played for the Celtics and Wizards this season.

By Gary Dzen, Boston.com Staff

Jason Collins, a 12-year NBA veteran who played in 32 games for the Celtics this season, came out as gay to Sports Illustrated. He is the first active male athlete in one of the big four American professional sports (basketball, baseball, football, and hockey) to do so.

"I'm a 34-year-old NBA center. I'm black. And I'm gay," said Collins. "I didn't set out to be the first openly gay athlete playing in a major American team sport. But since I am, I'm happy to start the conversation. I wish I wasn't the kid in the classroom raising his hand and saying, 'I'm different.' If I had my way, someone else would have already done this. Nobody has, which is why I'm raising my hand."

Collins has played for six NBA teams in his career. The Celtics traded him to the Washington Wizards earlier this season in exchange for guard Jordan Crawford. Collins averaged 1.2 points and 1.6 rebounds for the Celtics, starting in seven games.

Collins cited the recent NBA lockout, the Boston Marathon bombings and Massachusetts Congressman Joe Kennedy, his old college roommate, as some of the reasons he decided to make the announcement now:

I realized I needed to go public when Joe Kennedy, my old roommate at Stanford and now a Massachusetts congressman, told me he had just marched in Boston's 2012 Gay Pride Parade. I'm seldom jealous of others, but hearing what Joe had done filled me with envy. I was proud of him for participating but angry that as a closeted gay man I couldn't even cheer my straight friend on as a spectator. If I'd been questioned, I would have concocted half truths. What a shame to have to lie at a celebration of pride. I want to do the right thing and not hide anymore. I want to march for tolerance, acceptance and understanding. I want to take a stand and say, "Me, too."

Congressman Kennedy today released the following statement in support of Collins:

“For as long as I've known Jason Collins he has been defined by three things: his passion for the sport he loves, his unwavering integrity, and the biggest heart you will ever find. Without question or hesitation, he gives everything he's got to those of us lucky enough to be in his life. I'm proud to stand with him today and proud to call him a friend.”

NBA commissioner David Stern also commented, via Twitter.

“As [NBA deputy commissioner] Adam Silver and I said to Jason, we have known the Collins family since Jason and Jarron joined the NBA in 2001 and they have been exemplary members of the NBA family. Jason has been a widely respected player and teammate throughout his career and we are proud he has assumed the leadership mantle on this very important issue," he said.

Red Sox DH David Ortiz, who has been hitting everything in sight since returning from the disabled list, revealed Sunday that he's been dealing with a personal issue off the field: He and his wife Tiffany are getting a divorce.

While sharing the news with WEEI.com and MLB.com, Ortiz stressed that he wants the public to treat his personal life as a private matter unrelated to his responsibilities on the field.

“I’m going to separate things,” Ortiz told WEEI.com and MLB.com. “Whatever is happening to me off the field is happening, but I try not to confuse that and bring that into my job. I know how to separate things. Personal life matters, and hopefully everybody respects that.”

Ortiz and his wife of nine years, Tiffany, have three children -- daughters Jessica and Alexandra, and son D'Angelo, who is a fixture in Fort Myers in February and at Fenway Park during the summer.

"There are some situations in life that work out for a period of time and at some point they don’t work out anymore and you have to move on," Ortiz went on to say. "I’m moving on. She’s moving on. Hopefully everybody respects that."

By Steve Silva, Boston.com Staff

The New York Jets have released quarterback Tim Tebow, the team announced Monday.

Looking to add more punch to their passing game during last week's NFL Draft, the Jets grabbed West Virginia QB Geno Smith in the second round.

The Jets acquired Tebow, and the mania that surrounds him, via a trade with the Denver Broncos last season, but it appears he general manager John Idzik wants to go in a different direction beyond starting quarterback Mark Sanchez.

Tebow, who was expected to bring a multifaceted attack to the Jets from the QB position, was ineffective running the football, gaining just 102 yards on 32 carries for the season. As a passer, Tebow struggled in limited opportunities with just 39 yards gained through the air for the season.

Three-time Patriots Super Bowl champion and all-around hero Joe Andruzzi is expected to announce New England's first pick Thursday night during the NFL draft at Radio City Music Hall, according to the Herald's Karen Guregian.

Look for Commissioner Roger Goodell to give mike to marathon hero Joe Andruzzi to announce Pats first pick

— Karen Guregian (@kguregian) April 25, 2013

Andruzzi tweeted Thursday afternoon that he was looking forward to being back in his home of New York City. Andruzzi was among the people helping out at last week's Boston Marathon tragedy. His three brothers, all New York firefighters, were among the first responders on 9/11.

After the bombings at the Marathon finish line, Andruzzi was seen carrying a victim to safety, but he told the Globe's Greg Bedard the next day, "I am definitely not a hero. I am just a bystander, and that led to my help.

"Many heroes that I look upon are people like my three brothers that are running into burning buildings when others are running out. Explosions are going off, and they are driving their cars down Boylston [Street] right into the heart of the scene. They are the people that don't care about their safety and are worried for other people's safety and survival.”

By Zuri Berry, Boston.com Staff

New uniforms for the Miami Dolphins, Jacksonville Jaguars and Minnesota Vikings leaked onto the internet Tuesday.

You'll notice a logo change for the Jaguars and a diminished use of orange for the Dolphins. The Vikings meanwhile seem to be stripped of their yellowish-gold trim.

Take a look.

New Jags, Vikes, and Dolphins uniforms together: twitter.com/UniWatch/statu…

— Paul Lukas (@UniWatch) April 23, 2013

By Marie Torto, Boston.com Staff

The Boston Bombers, a Boston-based semi-pro women's basketball team, announced that they will change the team name following the Boston Marathon bombings on April 15, according to a report on Gawker.

The team is part of the Women's Blue Chip League and will also change its logo, a black and red bomb with basketball grooves.

The team will announce a new name this week. The team has already deactivated its Facebook page and Twitter account, and will no longer be using its original website, BostonBombersBasketball.com.

"Our fans were not happy with the name," a team spokesperson told Gawker.

By Marie Torto, Boston.com Staff

Several sports organizations are holding or supporting charity efforts for the Boston Marathon bombing victims.

Here's a brief review:

The Boston Cannons Major League Lacrosse team will host a benefit scrimmage on Saturday, April 20 at Harvard at 6 p.m. against the CroART Lacrosse All-Star Team to raise money for the One Fund. The teams are asking for a $10 donation from each person at the door. Each team will donate $20 a player prior to the scrimmage. Finally, auctions will take place at the game and will continue online throughout the following week.

The Cannons will also sell t-shirts with "Boston Strong" on them and all of the proceeds will go the The One Fund.

The UMass football team will give Boston Marathon runners a chance to "cross the finish line" Saturday at halftime of their annual Spring Game at McGuirk Alumni Stadium in Amherst. Runners will be able to take a lap around the field, cross a finish line that will be set up at the 50-yard line and will be presented a gift on behalf of the UMass football program. Runners are encouraged to register by emailing the football program's administrative assistant Joanne Chauvin at jchauvin@admin.umass.edu.

The game is at 4 p.m., and admission and parking is free.

The Boston Bruins are selling raffle tickets for a variety of giveaways, with all proceeds going to The One Fund. During their game against the Penguins Friday (if played), both teams will auction their game-worn jerseys adorned with special patches (Bruins will have yellow/blue ribbons, Penguins will wear "617" area code patches). Bidding will start Monday at the NHL's website.

Raffle tickets for a special drawing to win the jersey of Jaromir Jagr and Evgeni Malkin will be $5 each and can be purchased here.

The Bruins will also raffle sweaters during their game against the Panthers on Saturday, April 21, and when they play the Lightning on Thursday, April 25. Tickets will be sold at their foundation table on Floor 4, Loge 4 at TD Garden.

The New England Professional Golf Association will hold its first Pro-Am tournament of the year on Monday at the Thorny Lea Golf Course in Brockton and will donate $10 to the One Fund for every birdie made throughout the day by all participants. The organization will also distribute runners' bibs to each team in the tournament to be displayed on their golf carts to show support. The New England PGA is also organizing a "One Fund Weekend" and will ask golfers throughout New England to donate a minimum of $1 to the fund.

The Red Sox play their first home game since the Boston Marathon bombings on Friday, and have added a B Strong logo to the Green Monster.

A photo was posted to the Red Sox' official Twitter account.

Here's a close-up of the B Strong sign on the Green Monster #BostonStrong twitpic.com/ck9cnd

— Boston Red Sox (@RedSox) April 18, 2013

Another shot of the wall, from farther away, was posted to the team's Instagram page.

By Matt Pepin, Boston.com

The Boston Strong logo featuring the "B" logo of the Boston Red Sox is available on Major League Baseball's web site, and the ribbon version seen at Wednesday's Bruins game is available on the Bruins' web site.

Many have changed their Facebook or Twitter avatars to the logo following the Boston Marathon bombings. Two Red Sox versions have been made available.

The Red Sox players posed for a photo with the Boston Strong logo in their clubhouse prior to playing the Indians on Tuesday night.

The ribbon version was projected onto the TD Garden ice at Wednesday night's Bruins game. The Bruins have also made a Boston Strong logo featuring the team's spoked-B available for download.

The New England Revolution are showing their support of the victims of the tragedy by including their team's logo in a Boston Strong picture that appeared on the team's Instagram.

Srinivasa Balemarthy has made it even easy for you to change your avatar using his app. Follow this link to get the code for your website or social media page.

By Matt Pepin, Boston.com Staff

The Yankees set aside their rivalry with the Boston Red Sox on Tuesday, first putting a sign on Yankee Stadium with both teams' logos and a unity message, and later playing "Sweet Caroline," the Fenway Park anthem, during their game.

The gestures were a tribute to the victims of the Boston Marathon bombings on Monday.

The move won the approval of fans across the nation, including the song's writer, Neil Diamond.

Thank you NY Yankees for playing 'Sweet Caroline' for the people of Boston. You scored a home run in my heart. With respect, Neil #OneBoston

— Neil Diamond (@NeilDiamond) April 17, 2013

Many Major League Baseball teams followed suit, including the Cubs, A's, Braves, and Marlins. The Indians, who hosted the Red Sox, also played the song.

By Gary Dzen, Boston.com Staff

Stadiums are no place for stragglers. At TD Garden, every bag is checked prior to entry. A reporter wearing his credential the wrong way at a Celtics game is kindly asked to flip it over. In the bowels and press box of Gillette Stadium, there are security guards stationed what seems every 15 feet.

Security is a high priority at sporting events across the country, but following Monday's deadly Boston Marathon bombings, the natural question is whether or not enough is being done. How will attending, covering, and participating in sporting events change going forward?

It's both devastating and poignant that one of the most notable photographs of deceased 8-year-old Martin Richard shows the young fan at a Bruins game, donning a B's cap. Just as they are for many of us, sports were an escape for Richard. In addition to rooting on the Bruins, he played hockey and baseball. One of his coaches for both sports told me Richard had attended his first two Little League practices in the last couple of weeks. Sports were something that gave him joy.

Balancing joy with player, fan, and staff safety at sporting events is going to be a challenge going forward. It's a situation local teams are grappling with in the immediate aftermath of the bombings. The Celtics canceled their game Tuesday night but said it was not for security reasons. The Bruins postponed their game Monday night but will go on as scheduled against the Sabres Wednesday. The atmosphere is bound to be electric, particularly during the national anthem. If there's one town who knows how to come together in the face of adversity it's Boston. Security will be beefed up Wednesday night, but how long will it last? How long should it?

The Red Sox' most recent home game ended hours before the tragedy, and the team is already trying to alleviate fans' fears before the next game at Fenway Park vs. the Royals Friday night.

“Fan safety has been and will continue to be of paramount importance," said Red Sox president and CEO Larry Lucchino. "The club's security personnel will continue to work vigorously with Major League Baseball security, and federal, state, and local law enforcement authorities to maintain and reinforce the high level of security already in place at Fenway Park.”

Large gatherings of people are bound to be scary. The only time I felt I was in any kind of personal danger in seven years of covering the Celtics was after the team lost to the Lakers in Game 7 of the NBA Finals in 2010. With cars being lit on fire outside Staples Center in Los Angeles, police locked reporters in. We were allowed to leave several hours later, escorted to a media bus after the chaos settled down. Friends who covered the Bruins' victory over the Canucks in Vancouver in the 2011 Stanley Cup Finals and the ensuing riots report feeling a similar unease.

The Boston Athletic Association released a statement Tuesday that it is already looking ahead to the 118th running of the race next year. On next year's marathon security, Boston police commissioner Ed Davis said, "It requires we don't turn these events into a police state." But just how that race will look for runners and spectators is unclear. There's no way to fully secure a 26.2-mile course. We'll gain clues from the London Marathon this weekend, and from the Knicks-Celtics series starting Saturday at Madison Square Garden. I'd be lying if I told you I wasn't a little nervous covering a game involving a Boston team so soon after the bombings at the world's most famous arena.

There's a security guard who works the same hallway at every Celtics game, and each time I've passed him for the last seven years, he asks me to show him my credential. Each time you enter Miami's American Airlines Arena to cover a Heat game, you must put your bag on the floor for inspection by bomb-sniffing dogs. These are annoyances many of us have gotten used to. Now, we have to ask ourselves whether they're nearly enough.

This week's edition of Sports Illustrated puts Monday's Boston Marathon bombings front and center. The cover photo is from the Globe's John Tlumacki.

By Zuri Berry, Boston.com Staff

The Chicago Tribune lead sports page was a classy gesture to the city of Boston today, remarking upon Monday's tragic bombings at the Marathon finish line.

Here is what the Tribune wrote:

"We are like you. We know that sports are often the ties that hold us together, that give us a way to talk about the things we care about when other words fail. We know sports can be fun — even in losing. Boys, do we know. We know that anybody who says it doesn't matter whether the Cubs or Sox are in the World Series so long as it's a Chicago team isn't truly a fan of either team. We know. But on Monday, we were reminded again how fragile it all can be. The explosions and injuries and death at a world-class sporting event such as the Boston Marathon makes us heartsick. As much as it is anathema for a Chicago fan to root for any other town — especially Beantown and all of its championship rings — here we are. Hang in there, Boston."

Here are some reactions from Boston athletes on the tragedy at the Boston Marathon.

Wrong city to mess with... #Boston

— Will Middlebrooks (@middlebrooks) April 15, 2013

Marathon Monday is OUR day. And someone is trying to take it from us. Find the bastards that did this. #prayforboston

— Lou Merloni (@LouMerloni) April 15, 2013

Boston is a tough, resilient town and will prevail over this saddening tragedy! #PrayForBoston

— Shane Victorino (@ShaneVictorino) April 15, 2013

Praying for those effected by the explosions at the marathon. #Godblessboston

— Jacoby Ellsbury (@JacobyEllsbury) April 15, 2013

#PrayforBoston

— Rajon Rondo (@RajonRondo) April 15, 2013

Prayers up 2 any and all affected by the attacks n Boston.

— Avery Bradley (@Avery_Bradley) April 15, 2013

The Celtics family sends its thoughts and prayers to the friends and families affected by today's tragedy in Boston. Stay safe.

— Boston Celtics (@celtics) April 15, 2013

Just leaving the gym and hearing about the explosion hope everybodys okay.........

— Jared Sullinger (@Jared_Sully0) April 15, 2013

Damn!! What's going on in Boston?? Hope ppl are safe

— Courtney Lee (@CourtneyLee2211) April 15, 2013

Some people make me sick, RIP to all the bombing victims in Boston. #PrayForBoston

— Zdeno Chara (@zdeno33) April 15, 2013

Hope this was just a horrible accident. Prayers to everyone around the area that they are okay.

— Tyler Seguin (@tylerseguin92) April 15, 2013

My prayers and thoughts to all of Boston.

— Nomar Garciaparra (@Nomar5) April 15, 2013

It's crazy because I was supposed to meet one of the runners at the finish line

— Chandler Jones (@Chan95Jones) April 15, 2013

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Wow can't believe what just happened at the Boston Marathon. Praying for everyone down there.

— Rob Gronkowski (@RobGronkowski) April 15, 2013

Prayers out to everyone in Boston w/ this craziness going on..marathon was the talk of the locker rm today too..hope everyone is ok(D-Mac)

— Jason+Devin McCourty (@McCourtyTwins) April 15, 2013

Prayers go out to everyone that has been affected by this awful event.

— Julian Edelman (@Edelman11) April 15, 2013

Saddened by what happened today in Boston. Thoughts and prayers go out to all affected.

— Dan Connolly(@63Connolly) April 15, 2013

Ain't much left to do but pray.

— Stevan Ridley (@StevanRidley) April 15, 2013

By Matt Pepin, Boston.com Staff

Yankees third baseman Alex Rodriguez bought documents from a former employee of a clinic suspected of providing performance-enhancing drugs to Major League Baseball players and intended to destroy them, The New York Times reported Friday.

According to the Times, MLB investigators found evidence that an A-Rod representative bought Biogenesis medical records that could link the clinic to the distribution of PEDs to MLB players.

A Rodriguez spokesman denied the accusation. In January, Rodriguez was one of several players connected to PED use via Biogenesis in a report by the Miami New Times.

By Zuri Berry, Boston.com Staff

The Patriots have re-signed wide receiver Julian Edelman to a 1-year contract, according to multiple reports.

Edelman, a four-year veteran, visited with the New York Giants earlier this month but apparently decided to return to New England. He was drafted by the Patriots in the seventh round of the 2009 NFL draft out of Kent State, where he played quarterback. He's had 69 receptions for 714 yards and four touchdowns in his career, along with 72 punt returns for 943 yards and three touchdowns.

His deal was first reported by USA Today's Mike Garafolo.