MLB's Worst Teams: Reasons For Hope
Some MLB teams are already looking to next season and beyond, but even their fans have something to be hopeful about.
Cincinnati Reds
Red Sox Defeat Reds, 5-4, Lower Magic Number To 3
Mookie Betts doubled with the bases loaded to tie it in the eighth inning and dashed home from second base on an infield single, rallying the Boston Red Sox to a 5-4 victory Sunday over the Cincinnati Reds that moved them closer to the AL East title.
Red Sox Beat Reds Again, Lowering Sox AL East Title Magic Number To Five
Mitch Moreland ended his long slump with a three-run homer, Eduardo Rodriguez pitched three-hit ball into the eighth inning, and the Boston Red Sox took another step toward a second straight AL East title, beating the Cincinnati Reds 5-0 on Saturday.
Did The Reds Just Make The Worst Defensive Play In Baseball History?
Don Orsillo with the call on one of the worst defensive plays you'll ever see.
The Good, The Bad And The Ugly Of Fantasy Baseball In September
With September roster expansion in Major League Baseball, it's hard to keep track of which player is in the lineup on a day-to-day basis. Even if a team is in the hunt for a playoff spot, resting starters can hurt your fantasy baseball team. Every fantasy owner has to make sure the lineup is being maximized during these final weeks of the season.
30 Players: Reds' Eugenio Suarez Looks To Prove 2015 Was No Fluke
The Reds young third baseman looks to continue to improve upon a surprise 2015 season.
Reds' Todd Frazier Wins All-Star Derby In Home Park
Todd Frazier waited until the very last swing — three times, no less — to win the All-Star Home Run Derby in his home ballpark.
Visitor's Guide To MLB All-Star Weekend
A practical visitor guide for MLB All-Star Weekend, along with recommendations for lodging, dining and sightseeing in Cincinnati.
30 Players: Iglesias Could Arrive Sooner Than Expected As Reds Starter
This spring, Reds manager Bryan Price became one of the first skippers to officially lay out his entire rotation, even though there were expected to be plenty of questions after Johnny Cueto and Mike Leake. And to the surprise of many, Cuban signee Raisel Iglesias, despite only pitching in the Arizona Fall League
Playoff Pinch Hits: Giants' World Series Win Won't Make Them A Dynasty
The San Francisco Giants could win a third World Series in five seasons by beating the Kansas City Royals. But it won't make them a dynasty.
Baseball Shots Of The Week – October 1, 2014
It's tough to keep up with all the action in MLB. Here's your power rankings for the week ending on October 1st.
Baseball Shots Of The Week – September 24, 2014
It's tough to keep up with all the action in MLB. Here's your power rankings for the week ending on September 24th.
Baseball Shots Of The Week – September 17, 2014
It's tough to keep up with all the action in MLB. Here's your power rankings for the week ending on September 17th.
Baseball Shots Of The Week – September 9, 2014
It's tough to keep up with all the action in MLB. Here's your power rankings for the week ending on September 9th.
Baseball Shots Of The Week – September 2, 2014
It's tough to keep up with all the action in MLB. Here's your power rankings for the week ending on September 2nd.
Baseball Shots Of The Week – August 27, 2014
It's tough to keep up with all the action in MLB. Here's your power rankings for the week ending on August 27th.
5 Times MLB Game Protests Have Been Upheld
With the San Francisco Giants being the first team since 1986 to successfully protest a game, we decided to take a look back at some of the past protested games upheld by the MLB. Here's five times MLB game protests have been upheld:
Baseball Shots Of The Week – August 19, 2014
It's tough to keep up with all the action in MLB. Here's your power rankings for the week ending on August 19th.
Ranaudo Earns Second Win As Red Sox Beat Reds 5-4
Mike Napoli hit a two-run homer and drove in three runs to help the Boston Red Sox wrap up their first winning road trip of more than three games this season with a 5-4 win over the Cincinnati Reds on Wednesday.
Joe Kelly Becomes First Red Sox Pitcher To Steal Base In Over 40 Years
Joe Kelly really can do it all.
Baseball Shots Of The Week – August 12, 2014
It's tough to keep up with all the action in MLB. Here's your power rankings for the week ending on August 12th.
Baseball Shots Of The Week – August 5, 2014
It's tough to keep up with all the action in MLB. Here's your power rankings for the week ending on August 5th.
Baseball Shots Of The Week – July 29, 2014
It's tough to keep up with all the action in MLB. Here's your power rankings for the week ending on July 29th.
5 MLB Players Who Could Make It In The WWE
Baseball Shots Of The Week – July 22, 2014
It's tough to keep up with all the action in MLB. Here's your power rankings for the week ending on July 22nd.
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Is Massachusetts ready for a hurricane like Ian?
One problem in Massachusetts? Our pitched roofs, which are designed for heavy snow.
Live Updates: Ian weakens over South Carolina as death toll rises in Florida
In Florida, the scope of Ian's devastation is starting to become clear.
Nonprofit draws Latinos into education leadership
"Latinos for Education helped me learn who I truly am as a person to give back to my community."
Young girls recovering after being hit while crossing Peabody street
The driver of the SUV has been arrested for driving on a suspended license.
Accessible USPS drop box set up in Waltham after woman's push for it
A new accessible drop box has been placed next to the post office on Main Street in Waltham.
Latest News From CBS Boston
More Latest News From CBS Boston
Bear shot dead at Middleton home after killing goats, chickens
A homeowner shot and killed an 80-pound bear at a home in Middleton Friday morning.
Two young girls in serious condition after being hit by SUV in Peabody
The driver of the SUV has been arrested for driving on a suspended license.
Is Massachusetts ready for a hurricane like Ian?
One problem in Massachusetts? Our pitched roofs, which are designed for heavy snow.
Live Updates: Ian weakens over South Carolina as death toll rises in Florida
In Florida, the scope of Ian's devastation is starting to become clear.
Nonprofit draws Latinos into education leadership
"Latinos for Education helped me learn who I truly am as a person to give back to my community."
Health News
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FDA approves ALS drug with study partly funded by Ice Bucket Challenge
There's still some uncertainty about the drug's efficacy.
Massachusetts wastewater data shows big increase in COVID levels
Wastewater data in Massachusetts has shown an uptick in COVID levels across the state.
Alzheimer's drug shows hopeful results in clinical trial
The Alzheimer's Association expressed hope over the results.
Doctor recommends getting flu shot earlier, due to rise in cases
Doctors' offices across the state are being inundated with sick kids, with flu cases popping up earlier than usual.
Adults should be screened for anxiety, task force recommends
The US Preventive Services Task Force says for the first time that adults under the age of 65 should be screened for anxiety.
I-Team
More I-Team
I-Team: Unions furious that Soldiers' Home superintendent will return to work
There are new problems for the Chelsea Soldiers' Home.
I-Team: City knew about potential light pole danger as far back as 2017
The most recent bridge inspection from January included photos of the poles and found severe deficiencies in the steel that required repairs.
Woman hurt by falling light pole while walking in Seaport District
Sources told the WBZ-TV I-Team that a woman was hurt Tuesday when a light pole fell on her while she was walking in Boston's Seaport District.
I-Team's Call For Action gets man refund after thieves spend $6,000 on Airbnbs
A Merrimack man discovered thousands of dollars of fraudulent charges on his credit card and the bank said he was responsible for it.
19 Massachusetts police officers off the job as result of the new law enforcement certification
The WBZ I-Team has learned 19 police officers are no longer certified to serve in Massachusetts because of a new effort to boost the public's trust in law enforcement.
Keller @ Large
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Keller: Next Massachusetts governor will face electricity cost crisis
Candidates Geoff Diehl and Maura Healey have different approaches to handle state's energy needs.
Keller @ Large: Truth test for TV ads in one of NH's congressional races
Jon Keller digs into the claims made by TV ads in the race between incumbent Democrat Chris Pappas and Republican nominee Karoline Leavitt.
Watch the complete Question 1 debate: The "Millionaire's Tax"
Question 1 on the Massachusetts statewide ballot this November deals with the so-called "Millionaire's Tax."
Keller: Should voters care about decline in debates before Election Day?
Election Day is less than two months away and more political candidates in Massachusetts are reluctant to debate.
Keller: DeSantis's Vineyard migrant stunt makes immigration crisis worse
Jon Keller says Florida's governor is exploiting migrants by sending them to the Vineyard to score cheap political points with the uninformed and easily frightened.
Business News
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3 Bed Bath & Beyond stores in Massachusetts on closing list
Three Bed Bath & Beyond stores in Massachusetts are on a "store closings" list on the struggling retailer's website.
Child labor violations reported at New England restaurants
The Labor Department is highlighting child labor law violations it says it found at New England restaurants.
Regal Cinemas owner files for bankruptcy
The company is dealing with billions of dollars in debt and lower-than-expected attendance at screenings.
Some Boston hotels, restaurants, still desperate for workers as business returns
Despite the boom in business, some hotels and restaurants say they still cannot reach pre-pandemic staff levels.
Sam's Club raising membership prices
Add a Sam's Club membership to the list of subscriptions that are getting more expensive.
New England Living
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Health food for pets at Loyal Biscuit of Maine
Loyal Biscuit is known throughout Maine as the go-to health food store for pets.
Visiting the Owls Head Transportation Museum
Owls Head Transportation Museum is one of Midcoast Maine's top tourist spots.
Sailing the coast with Maine Windjammer
Cruising on this fleet of sailboats promises spectacular scenery, great food, and pure adventure.
Luxury boutique hotels in Midcoast Maine
The Bay View Collection offers a fully integrated Midcoast Maine vacation.
Custom knives crafted in Cambridge
MKS custom knives are used by professional chefs and cooking enthusiasts all over the world.
Sports
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Patriots-Packers Week 4 predictions
Do the Patriots have a chance against the 2-1 Packers? Here's how our sports team sees Sunday afternoon playing out.
Mac Jones officially ruled out for Packers game
The quarterback was present on the practice field on Friday for the early portion of Patriots practice that was open to the media.
A jovial Bill Belichick gives insight on Mac Jones' status
On Friday, it was a different Bill Belichick at the podium, as the head coach provided much more detail and context on the situation Mac Jones is currently dealing with this week. He also provided some rare levity.
Celtics signing Blake Griffin
The Celtics are adding some depth to their frontcourt.
Hurley: Dolphins, NFL failed Tua Tagovailoa
Michael Hurley says everybody involved in putting Tua Tagovailoa on the field Thursday night failed him.
Offbeat
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Some Boston-area restaurants add hunger relief donation option to menus
There's a new menu option at some local restaurants.
Man on date retrieves 11 phones from bottom of Charles River
A man trying to find his own phone that he dropped in the Charles made quite the discovery.
Beloved Beverly seal "Shoebert" released back into ocean
"Shoebert" captured the heart of the Beverly community after hanging out at Shoe Pond and later turning himself in.
100-year-old New Hampshire woman awarded honorary diploma
A 100-year-old woman who left high school to care for her brother during the Great Depression has been awarded an honorary diploma in New Hampshire.
Bright lights spotted over Mass. were satellites, not NASA mission
Some people reported seeing strange lights moving through the night sky.