Red Sox Facing Early-Season Gut Check After Series-Opening Loss To A's
That's all well and good, but this week, after a kick-in-the-stomach type of loss on Tuesday night to the A's, we get to see how good the Red Sox really are.
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Baseball Report: Orioles End A's' Win Streak
This week's Baseball Report looks at the A's' winning streak, Fernando Tatis Jr.'s home runs and Mike Trout's strong start.
Baseball Report: Yankees Not Looking Like Much Of A Contender
The New York Yankees have the worst record in the American League, while the Oakland A's have pulled out of their early-season slump, winning eight straight.
MLB's COVID-19 Testing Process Appears To Be A Bit Of A Disaster
MLB is trying to test players across the league in a timely fashion. It's proving to be a very difficult endeavor.
Red Sox Earn Sweep Over A's Behind Bats, Bullpen In 7-3 Win
The starting pitcher for the Red Sox lasted all of two innings on Wednesday afternoon at Fenway Park. That length of outing has generally spelled disaster for Boston this season. But not on this day.
Red Sox Rally To Beat A's 9-4
The Boston Red Sox beat the Oakland Athletics 9-4 on Monday night.
Red Sox Rally To Beat Oakland, 6-3, Ending 4-Game Losing Streak
Mookie Betts helped the Red Sox snap a four-game losing streak with a big hit in the ninth inning.
Red Sox Shut Out In Oakland Again, 1-0
The World Series champion Red Sox dropped their fourth straight and fell to 1-5.
Red Sox Struggles Continue In 7-0 Loss In Oakland
The Athletics scored their first five runs on homers to beat the struggling Boston Red Sox 7-0 on Monday night.
Oakland A's Take Shot At Boston Red Sox For ... DeflateGate?
The A's social media and marketing team decided to stir up some ... controversy? About footballs? Or something?
Pomeranz, Benintendi Lead Red Sox To 6-2 Win Over A's
Drew Pomeranz pitched six innings of one-run ball, and Andrew Benintendi had three hits and drove in three runs to lead the AL East-leading Boston Red Sox past the Oakland Athletics 6-2 on Thursday.
A's Crush Red Sox In Oakland, 8-3
Jed Lowrie and Khris Davis hit first-inning homers to spoil Hector Velazquez's major league debut.
30 Players: Athletics Hope Ryon Healy Is For Real
The A's are coming off a rough 2016 but there was a bright spot in young Ryon Healy. They hope that he is their third baseman of the future.
Travis Shaw Has 5 RBI, Red Sox Beat A's 13-5
Travis Shaw belted a three-run home run and had five RBIs to pace another offensive barrage for the Boston Red Sox in a 13-5 blowout of the Oakland Athletics on Tuesday night at Fenway Park.
30 Players: Billy Burns' Legs A Valuable Asset To Athletics
As the A's look to rebound from a rough season, they look to get a spark from their young outfielder.
Ramirez Homers In Red Sox Win Over Oakland
Hanley Ramirez tallied three hits to spark the Boston Red Sox' offense in their win over the Oakland Athletics on Saturday.
A's Crush Red Sox, 9-2
Red Sox starter Justin Masterson failed to make it out of the third inning.
Pablo Sandoval Homer In 11th Lifts Red Sox Past A's
The Red Sox won consecutive games for the first time since April 20-21.
Jon Lester, Jonny Gomes Nominate Ben Cherington, Traded Ex-Teammates For Ice Bucket Challenge
Jon Lester Remains Very Open To Signing With Red Sox: 'I'm Not Going To The Highest Bidder'
"My time there, the memories and all that stuff don't get erased based on this whole ordeal. ... Boston is definitely a place I would go."
Report: Red Sox To Make 'Huge Effort' To Sign Jon Lester In Offseason
The Red Sox traded away their ace on Thursday, but apparently the team isn't quite willing to say goodbye forever.
5 Facts You Didn't Know About Back-To-Back HR Derby Champ Yoenis Cespedes
Yoenis Cespedes is the name on every sports announcer's lips but what do you really know about this Cuban powerhouse center fielder with an amazing arm? Here are a few facts.
The 5 Dirtiest Plays in Baseball History
Check out our list of the 5 dirtiest plays in baseball history.
Red Sox Blow Lead But Come Back To Beat A's, 7-6
Mike Napoli provided early offense for the Sox with a homer and a steal of home against Oakland.
Red Sox Drop Third Straight To Oakland
Rubby De La Rosa had another strong start but the Sox lost in 10 innings to Oakland, 2-1.
Latest News From CBS Boston
4-year-old boy in critical condition after falling out Dorchester window
A 4-year-old boy is in critical condition after he fell out of a fourth floor window in Dorchester.
Driver says he's lucky after car hit by falling metal at construction site
Police are investigating after piece of metal fell and landed on a postal worker and his car as he drove by a construction site in Boston's Seaport District.
I-Team: Falling debris latest problem at Suffolk Construction sites in Boston
Boston Inspectional Services ordered a work stoppage at the site on Wednesday.
Trailside Museum a hidden gem in the Blue Hills
It's a 7,000 acre reservation just outside of Boston with a natural history museum and outdoor wildlife exhibits.
Some Orange Line riders may have to use ride shares during shutdown
With the Orange Line shutdown looming, the demand for ride shares and taxis in the Boston area is expected to rise.
MBTA adds shuttles, flyers in multiple languages before Orange Line shutdown
People who live and work in Chinatown expressed concerns that they would be left stranded by the original MBTA plan.
Worcester has only school buses in state with high-tech extras
The city's new school buses feature collision mitigation, lane assistance and speed control.
Fifty rescued beagles come to Massachusetts for adoption
The beagles are part of a group of 4,000 beagles rescued from mass breeding facility in Virginia
"Cannibal" solar ejection expected to hit Earth this week
The storm could hit as soon as Thursday, NOAA said.
Latest News From CBS Boston
More Latest News From CBS Boston
4-year-old boy in critical condition after falling out Dorchester window
A 4-year-old boy is in critical condition after he fell out of a fourth floor window in Dorchester.
Driver says he's lucky after car hit by falling metal at construction site
Police are investigating after piece of metal fell and landed on a postal worker and his car as he drove by a construction site in Boston's Seaport District.
I-Team: Falling debris latest problem at Suffolk Construction sites in Boston
Boston Inspectional Services ordered a work stoppage at the site on Wednesday.
Trailside Museum a hidden gem in the Blue Hills
It's a 7,000 acre reservation just outside of Boston with a natural history museum and outdoor wildlife exhibits.
Some Orange Line riders may have to use ride shares during shutdown
With the Orange Line shutdown looming, the demand for ride shares and taxis in the Boston area is expected to rise.
Health
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Reducing salt intake by a gram can reduce heart disease risk, study says
Reducing your salt intake by one gram a day could reduce your risk of heart disease, research finds.
When is the best time to get your flu shot?
There may be less immunity heading into this flu season which could lead to higher rates of infection.
2 million infant swings, rockers recalled after 10-month-old dies
Some of Thorley Industries' 4moms products pose asphyxiation risk to babies big enough to crawl under their seats.
Over-the-counter hearing aids expected this fall
Millions of Americans will be able to buy hearing aids without a prescription later this fall, under a long-awaited rule finalized Tuesday.
Viral TikTok spreading misinformation about tampon ingredients
A TikTok video is spreading misinformation about an ingredient used in some tampons and it is causing real alarm among some viewers.
I-Team
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I-Team: Falling debris latest problem at Suffolk Construction sites in Boston
Boston Inspectional Services ordered a work stoppage at the site on Wednesday.
I-Team: Plan to clean air around Millis cement plant gives neighbors hope
Under new pressure from state environmental officials, a concrete plant in Millis has a plan to clear the air.
I-Team: Expert says MBTA "very close" to federal takeover
A rail safety expert told WBZ-TV a federal takeover of the MBTA could be right around the corner.
I-Team: Transportation expert blames management for Orange Line shutdown
The I-Team talked to experts who say the T should have been doing maintenance all along.
I-Team: Driver in I-495 standoff linked to stolen police uniforms
Investigators believe some of his uniform and equipment was stolen from a police supply store.
Keller @ Large
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Keller @ Large: Ads blaming Dems for inflation are only half-truths
With midterms approaching, inflation is politically toxic.
Keller: In race to replace Maura Healey, it may come down to ads
Three Democratic candidates are all trying to lay claim to the Healey brand.
Keller @ Large: The Trump of 2016 returns to Washington
Trump returned to the 2016 candidate with red-meat rhetoric on issues like crime, immigration and the 2nd Amendment.
Keller: The struggles of gay politicians in Washington, D.C.
Dover native James Kirchick recently published the book "Secret City: The History of Gay Washington," which looks at the struggles of gay people active in politics and the government.
Keller: How Supreme Court decisions could impact Massachusetts
The United States Supreme Court released decisions in recent weeks that have made national headlines. So what impact do rulings on topics such as guns and abortion have in Massachusetts?
Business News
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SoulCycle plans to close 25% of studios
The closures could include spots in the Boston area.
Amazon to buy Roomba-inventor iRobot for $1.7 billion
The Bedford company was founded in 1990.
Wayfair struggling to keep shoppers gained at start of pandemic
Inflation has tapped out many shoppers who are slowing their spending on furniture.
These stores are lowering prices to attract inflation-weary shoppers
A glimmer of relief is emerging at the checkout aisle: the return of discounts.
Trader Joe's workers approve union drive in Hadley
It's the first Trader Joe's in the country with an employees union.
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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Celtics announce plans to honor Bill Russell
The Celtics will honor the late Bill Russell throughout the 2022-23 season, and it will all begin on Opening Night in Boston.
Kristian Wilkerson to miss some time with a concussion
A blindside hit during Wednesday's joint practice with the Panthers sent Kristian Wilkerson to the hospital, and is now going to cost the receiver some time on the field.
Revolution battle Toronto FC to 2-2 draw
Rennicks and McNamara score as Revolution earns point on the road.
Arroyo, Verdugo, Hill lead Red Sox over skidding Pirates, 8-3
Boston is four games behind Toronto in the race for the third and final AL wild-card spot.
Mac Jones is now friends with Brian Burns
There was a lot of bad blood between the Patriots and the Panthers during their joint practice sessions this week. However, none of it was between Mac Jones and Brian Burns.
Offbeat
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"River Dave," banned from New Hampshire site, moves to Maine
The hermit has found a new home in Maine.
Bear activity closes another New Hampshire campground
Another campground in New Hampshire's White Mountains is being shut down because of bears.
PHOTOS: Zoo jaguar keeps cool with frozen meat treat
Workers at the Stone Zoo had to get creative to cool off Seymour the jaguar.
Model rocket accident sparks fire at Topsfield athletic field
A family using model rockets accidentally sparked a two-acre fire in Topsfield.
Video shows hammerhead shark feeding right off Nantucket beach
It was a surprising sight for beachgoers on Nantucket.