Fantasy Baseball's Version Of The Final Countdown Is Upon You Now
There's just one more week to go in the 2016 Major League Baseball regular season, so pay attention very closely to what's going on in MLB this week.
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There's just one more week to go in the 2016 Major League Baseball regular season, so pay attention very closely to what's going on in MLB this week.
The Boston Red Sox have forgotten how to lose baseball games. As a result, they're in position to win a rather rare division crown.
After hitting his 26th home run, the Red Sox center fielder took a shot at those who had written him off as a "defensive specialist."
Eduardo Rodriguez was strong on the mound and David Ortiz continued slugging his way toward retirement as the Red Sox extended their American League East advantage with a 5-2 win.
The curtain has been peeled back a bit regarding how Epstein got the prized free agent to join the Cubs.
Machado nearly lost it over Porcello plunking him, even though it was obviously unintentional.
Watch Ortiz's mammoth home run that put him at 17th place on the all-time home runs list.
Check out Mookie Betts' latest heads-up play from last night's Red Sox win over the Orioles.
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.
Tebow Mania is heading back to New York.
Buchholz is pitching well at the best possible time of the season, and it could save his spot in the rotation.
The dynamic 21-year-old will get a chance to regroup after striking out seven times in two games.
The Red Sox left fielder could return to the Red Sox sooner than expected as he recovers quickly from a sprained knee.
Uehara had missed about six weeks with a strained pectoral muscle.
The Red Sox southpaw initially kept his no-hitter going, but the replay clearly showed that he had lost the no-hit bid.
Right-hander Rick Porcello pitched seven strong innings for his major league-leading 19th victory and David Ortiz went 3-for-4 with two doubles and three RBIs as the Boston Red Sox defeated the Oakland A's 11-2 on Saturday night at Oakland Coliseum.
Yoan Moncada made his big league debut and Travis Shaw went 3-for-6 with a three-run homer, two doubles and a career-high tying five RBIs to power the Red Sox to a 16-2 rout of the Oakland A's.
Tony Massarotti was able to catch a sneak preview last weekend in Portland.
If the Red Sox make the playoffs, Yoan Moncada can join them.
So here's the question: How much is John Farrell to blame for this?
The Red Sox announced on Wednesday night that Yoan Moncada, who recently shifted from second base to third base, will be promoted to the majors in time for Friday night's game in Oakland.
Tim Tebow's baseball workout in Los Angeles on Tuesday drew the curiosity of the Boston Red Sox. But that's about all it will draw from the team.
Starter Drew Pomeranz allowed the game-tying home run with two outs in the seventh inning before Clay Buchholz served up the eventual game-winning blast in the eighth.
Manager John Farrell is rewarding the veteran right-hander with an increased role.
Mookie Betts is now part of a special group that includes Ted Williams and Tony Coningliaro, but the Boston slugger is focused on the team's goal rather than individual ones.
A Billerica, Massachusetts business owner said he was threatened because he wouldn't donate more money to a police union.
Jaylen Brown had 35 points and nine rebounds, and the Boston Celtics outlasted the Charlotte Hornets 113-102 on Tuesday night.
The Carolina Hurricanes beat the Boston Bruins 6-5 on Tuesday night and claimed their fourth Metropolitan Division title in six years.
The Boston Red Sox overcame 11 strikeouts to beat the Milwaukee Brewers 3-2 on Tuesday night and end a three-game skid.
Five firearms were seized from a Swansea, Massachusetts home after police investigated a report that a second-grade student may have brought a handgun to school.
Massachusetts Sen. Ed Markey is calling on Congress to impeach and remove President Trump over the latest threat to Iran.
The Boston city council had discussions Tuesday about potentially banning mopeds and e-bikes used for by food delivery drivers.
President Trump said he has agreed to a "double sided CEASEFIRE" with Iran, less than two hours before his deadline for Iran to either cut a deal with the U.S. or face massive strikes on its power plants.
Five firearms were seized from a Swansea, Massachusetts home after police investigated a report that a second-grade student may have brought a handgun to school.
Massachusetts drivers are now paying an average of $1.04 more per gallon since the conflict in the Middle East began.
Boston's cold and snowy winter might have an effect on this year's pollen allergy season.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Two Massachusetts residents have been diagnosed with measles, the Department of Public Health confirmed Friday.
There's a new drug that can help early morning shift workers stay awake and alert, a study out of Boston found.
As millions of Americans struggle with paying for health care, doctors and health experts discuss how medical care is being eroded by insurers denying necessary tests and treatment, making it "more difficult to be healthy in the United States."
A nurse says the decision is leaving the staff and patients at Tewksbury Hospital vulnerable to serious injury.
A Dorchester woman says Boston Police opened fire through her closed apartment door and the bullets went into her 5-year-old son's bedroom.
The I-Team has learned the Massachusetts Dept. of Health wants to take away pepper spray and non-lethal restraints from Tewksbury State Hospital safety officers.
Frankie Rodenbaugh died just days after his babysitter allegedly left him in a car, strapped in his seat for hours with no food or water.
A woman went to visit her mother's grave at St. Joseph Cemetery in West Roxbury and was surprised to see the headstone was moved.
Both the Trump and Healey administrations are using government websites to blame each other for the shutdown.
Which party stands to take more of the blame from voters for the government shutdown? Here's what a new poll says.
A UNH Survey Center/Granite State poll shows John Sununu crushing Scott Brown by 23 points among likely primary voters in New Hampshire.
Seth Moulton said he's running against Sen. Ed Markey because "our party leaders are clinging to that old playbook."
Maine Governor Janet Mills' run for Senate comes with an unusual promise - she will only serve one six-year term.
Easter is today. Stores like Market Basket, Big Y and Stop & Shop have shared whether they'll be open or closed for the holiday.
Clover Food Lab, a vegetarian restaurant chain in the Boston area, has let the state know it may have to lay off 182 workers.
The James Beard Awards announced their 2026 finalists. Here are the New England restaurants and chefs up for honors.
Free Jordan's Furniture is one round away thanks to UConn's success in March Madness.
A Framingham, Massachusetts bakery that was well known for its pizza trays has closed for good.
Just steps from the water's edge along Lake Winnipesaukee, a spectacular estate mixes modern architecture with breathtaking views.
An innovative craft winery located in downtown Meredith, New Hampshire, Hermit Woods is taking a different approach to winemaking.
Located on the water's edge along New Hampshire's Lake Winnipesaukee, Mill Falls blends elegant luxury with spectacular vistas.
Kohler Store by Supply New England and an interior designer showcases how beauty and functionality can breathe new life into a project.
James Beard-nominated pastry chef and co-founder of Bakey in Boston gives insight on how to make his world-famous babka.
Jaylen Brown had 35 points and nine rebounds, and the Boston Celtics outlasted the Charlotte Hornets 113-102 on Tuesday night.
The Carolina Hurricanes beat the Boston Bruins 6-5 on Tuesday night and claimed their fourth Metropolitan Division title in six years.
The Boston Red Sox overcame 11 strikeouts to beat the Milwaukee Brewers 3-2 on Tuesday night and end a three-game skid.
This is Michigan's second NCAA title in school history, and the win ends a 26-year national championship drought for the Big Ten.
The Milwaukee Brewers beat the stumbling Boston Red Sox 8-6 on Monday night, sending them to their eighth loss in nine games.
The Rumney Rocks Climbing Area is partially closed as nesting peregrine falcons could attack rock climbers.
A Cape Air plane had to return to Nantucket, Massachusetts after part of a door opened up mid-flight.
Hot dogs and fries at Fenway Park just got an upgrade. Boston Red Sox fans can now have lobster on their ballpark favorites.
A small restaurant and convenience store on Nantucket, Massachusetts keeps selling big lottery winners.
Ziggy the dog showed his appreciation for the New Hampshire firefighter who saved his life after a freak accident.