Good morning!
Your daily rundown of what’s going on with the Patriots, Red Sox, Celtics, Bruins and Revolution, and what’s about to happen…
The Patriots have been cleaning up in free agency — with the return of David Andrews on a steal of a deal serving as the emphatic stamp on an impactful offseason so far for Bill Belichick and New England. However, despite making major additions on offense, defense and special teams — the ceiling of this Patriots team is still TBD, given the status of Cam Newton and the QB position.
A career night behind the arc from Jaylen Brown helped lead the Celtics over the Magic on Sunday.
It was a step in the right direction for a Celtics team that has been sputtering for the last few weeks. But can they keep it up?
A. Sherrod Blakely breaks down the state of the Celtics — and why Brad Stevens is staying.
Sean with a great story on Alex and Joey Cora.
The Bruins will now be off until at least Wednesday, as five players are currently in COVID-19 Protocols. Not great, to say the least.
One scout offers his impressions of the 2021 Red Sox.
Sure seems like the Red Sox are in better shape as far as pitching goes in 2021 ... although 2020 set an awfully low bar.
Revisiting some bold predictions for the Bruins from back in December.
Time to hit the links…
PATRIOTS
NFL Notebook: If Cam Newton winds up the Patriots’ QB, pressure will be on – with much work to do
CELTICS
Karalis: This is either a glimmer of hope for Boston Celtics, or a cruel joke
BSJ Game Report: Celtics 112, Magic 96 – Jaylen Brown’s career night fuels complete Celtics win
NBA Notebook: Love of winning, pain of defeat … which matters more to the Celtics? Why Stevens stays
Karalis: Throw X’s & O’s out the window. This team’s engine is broken
BSJ Game Report: Kings 107, Celtics 96 – Another new low for spiraling Celtics
Marcus Smart hints at off-court issues adding to Celtics problems
RED SOX
Red Sox Notebook: More pitching options mean more comfort for Red Sox
McAdam: As Alex Cora dealt with exile and suspension, his brother served as his rock
MLB Notebook: After a week of watching Red Sox, one scout offers his impressions
Red Sox Notebook: Rule 5 pick Whitlock continues to impress; Cordero nearing return
McAdam: Cora promises an improved Red Sox team over last year — and he’s not wrong
BRUINS
NHL Notebook: Revisiting some bold predictions for Bruins at midway point of 2021 season
Bruins’ next 2 games postponed after Pastrnak, Krejci & 2 more B’s skaters enter COVID-19 protocols
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PARTING THOUGHT
Never, ever, ever doubt Sister Jean and the Ramblers. Good to have you back, March Madness — even if my bracket has already been obliterated.