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Tony Mazz admits he's a bit of a pessimist, but in his mind there are 5 things to be happy about concerning the 2015 Red Sox.
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Tony Mazz admits he's a bit of a pessimist, but in his mind there are 5 things to be happy about concerning the 2015 Red Sox.
Red Sox fans are not happy with the team right now, and David Ortiz understands their frustration. But despite all the negativity, and poor play, he's confident the team can turn it all around.
A little over a quarter of the season has been played, which means it's time to hand out some early season awards.
CBSBostonSports.com's Michael Hurley discussed his story, which said that the Red Sox season is already over.
When the Sox lost in painful fashion Sunday afternoon in Texas, 98.5 The Sports Hub's Jon Wallach was clearly fed up.
Josh Hamilton had a pinch-hit, two-run double with two outs in the bottom of the ninth inning and the Texas Rangers beat the Boston Red Sox 4-3 on Sunday.
The Boston Red Sox lost to the Texas Rangers Saturday night.
Two months into baseball season, and it's time to assess what categories your fantasy team needs to improve—and win. On offense, you want to find players that can help your team batting average, for example, or move you up a few places in steals. For the pitching side, do you need more wins or saves? Figuring out now where the biggest gains are to be had in your league will make all the difference through the summer months.
The Top 5 Sports Callers of the week is a weekly installment from CBS Local Sports that will bring you the wildest callers from across the nation.
There were some records set this past week, some more impressive than others.
Despite a recent mini-turnaround, the Red Sox starting rotation still ranks dead last in MLB with a 5.10 ERA. Accordingly, changes are on the way.
After rain delayed the game's first pitch for 1 hour, 21 minutes, Minnesota jumped on Clay Buchholz for three doubles and two runs in the first.
Red Sox first baseman Mike Napoli had himself quite the week at the plate, and he was recognized by Major League Baseball for his efforts.
"I don't think 40,000 people came to see him ump tonight."
According to CSNNE's Sean McAdam, the Red Sox may remove Kelly from the starting rotation soon.
Ricky Nolasco struck out five in 7 2-3 innings and Trevor Plouffe hit a three-run homer to lead the surging Minnesota Twins to a 7-2 victory over the Boston Red Sox on Monday.
Fortunately for the Red Sox, they don't have to wait too long to try to keep that momentum going.
Wade Miley allowed one run in eight innings and the Red Sox beat the Angels Sunday.
The Red Sox have placed right fielder Shane Victorino on the 15-day disabled list Sunday with a tight left calf.
Everyone likes to grab the hot rookies in fantasy baseball, but the truth is, only a few of them really stay productive over the course of the full season. Sometimes, investing in the veteran coming off the disabled list is a good idea, if you're willing to risk the possibility of more injury later on.
The Top 5 Sports Callers of the week is a weekly installment from CBS Local Sports that will bring you the wildest callers from across the nation.
A look at the pitching matchups in Boston's three-game series with the Angels.
On-field excellence from both pitchers and hitters, as well a questionable off-field move, highlight this week's recap.
When allowing three runs or fewer, the Red Sox now have the worst record in the American League.
Does first place really matter in May? Does last place? We broke down 20 years of baseball history to find out.
Ten first responders who were at Lindsay Clancy's Duxbury, Massachusetts, home testified in her murder trial about their experience.
A new Massachusetts bill could help families of cold case victims find justice.
Advocates for TPS rallied outside of the federal courthouse in Boston ahead of a hearing in a case challenging the freezing of work permits.
Natick says it is installing a new floating boardwalk across Pickerel Pond.
New England Patriots wide receiver Kayshon Boutte has been shining in training camp despite offseason trade rumors.
Ten first responders testified Thursday in Lindsay Clancy's trial. She admits to killing her three children.
Ten first responders who were at Lindsay Clancy's Duxbury, Massachusetts, home testified in her murder trial about their experience.
A United States Postal Service worker was the victim of an armed robbery in Billerica. WBZ-TV's Tammy Mutasa reports.
Rising ocean temperatures are drawing more hammerhead sharks to New England waters, researchers say.
New England Patriots wide receiver Kayshon Boutte has been shining in training camp despite offseason trade rumors.
Several people in New Hampshire have cyclospora infections linked to Taylor Farms lettuce.
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
A lettuce supplier to fast-food giant Taco Bell has been linked to a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands of people, the CDC said.
Massachusetts is reporting cases of cyclosporiasis, a disease caused by a stomach parasite that can lead to "explosive" diarrhea.
Many people fear that a family history of dementia dooms them to inevitably suffer the condition themselves. But a new tool, the Brain Care Score, shows how lifestyle changes can be beneficial, cutting the risk of dementia.
An I-Team investigation into a brazen case of alleged land theft in Concord, Massachusetts has led to criminal charges nearly two years later.
With the Brigham and Women's Hospital nurses strike looming, some parents of newborns in the NICU are sounding the alarm.
A Malden, Massachusetts woman said National Grid took more than $28,000 out of her bank account for a gas bill that she didn't owe.
A Massachusetts family thought their Vrbo stay would be protected after they had to cancel their trip to Hawaii due to severe weather. Now they're out $12,000.
A driver from Southboro, Massachusetts struggled for months to unravel a frustrating mix up with his E-ZPass account.
Barney Frank, a Democrat who represented Massachusetts in Congress for 32 years, has died. He was 86 years old.
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."
Panera Bread is moving its headquarters from St. Louis to Weston, Massachusetts.
Breaking Grounds Cafe, a Peabody, Massachusetts coffee shop known for employing people with disabilities, is closing.
The buildings that house the Somerville Theatre and the Capitol Theatre in Arlington, Massachusetts are for sale.
Golden Temple and Party Favors in Brookline are closing after a combined 100 years in business.
There are no more Hooters restaurants left in Massachusetts.
Beauport, the Sleeper-McCann House has become one of New England's most imaginative seaside estates.
Blending clean modern lines with the warmth of a classic seaside retreat, this stunning North Shore coastal home was designed to feel both elevated and inviting.
Set across thirty acres of rolling lawns, wooded trails, and contemporary outdoor art, deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum invites visitors to experience art in the landscape.
James Beard Award-winning chef and restaurateur Karen Akunowicz has become known for her bold, Italian-inspired cooking and unmistakable culinary voice.
Just a short drive from Newport, the Norman Bird Sanctuary spans 300 acres of fields, forests, and coastal trails with sweeping views and more than six miles of hiking paths.
New England Patriots wide receiver Kayshon Boutte has been shining in training camp despite offseason trade rumors.
Andruw Monasterio hit a two-run home run in the 10th inning and the Boston Red Sox held on to beat the Athletics 4-2 on Wednesday night.
The Red Sox had won 18 of 20 and ten in a row on the road before the loss Tuesday night.
Patriots cornerback Christian Gonzalez spoke with reporters for the first time since team owner Robert Kraft publicly addressed the state of contract negotiations over the weekend.
Curtis Mead was injured in his second at-bat with Boston on Monday when he was hit on the wrist by Athletics starter Jack Perkins.
Natick says it is installing a new floating boardwalk across Pickerel Pond.
Rising ocean temperatures are drawing more hammerhead sharks to New England waters, researchers say.
Some of the oldest military veterans in Massachusetts were honored with special flights on Friday in a World War II-era aircraft.
After marrying Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, Adam Sandler went to Nantucket in search of a basketball court.
An injured hiker had to be carried off a New Hampshire mountain on a stretcher, but that didn't stop her from getting engaged.