Morning Sports Update: Mariners interview Jason Varitek for manager opening
The Red Sox organization may lose Jason Varitek, Brad Stevens weighs in on the Louisville Cardinals allegations, and the Patriots sign a legacy player, Brennan Williams.
Jason Varitek interviews for Mariners manager job: “The Red Sox confirmed Varitek was granted permission to speak with new Seattle general manager Jerry Dipoto about replacing Lloyd McClendon, who was fired after the season.’’ (The Boston Globe)
Brad Stevens shares thoughts on Louisville allegations involving Celtics’ Terry Rozier, Jordan Mickey: “I haven’t talked to [Rozier or Mickey] since the report came out [Tuesday] morning,’’ Stevens said Tuesday. “Obviously, it’s something that, any time you see allegations of that regard, just from the whole big picture of everything that’s been alleged, it just saddens you.’’ (ESPNBoston.com)
Why beating the Jets may begin a perfect storm for the Patriots: “It figures that the New England Patriots would remove the “16-0’’ banner from Gillette Stadium prior to a season when they could conceivably justify putting it right back up.’’ (Boston.com)
Bruins defenseman Tommy Cross thrust into NHL action: “The B`s are 2-0 since Cross arrived, allowing a much more reasonable five goals over those two games. He has averaged a little over 14 minutes, logging an even plus-minus rating with a shorthanded assist in Saturday`s 5-3 win at Arizona.’’ (Providence Journal)
Baseball Postseason: Royals, Mets can clinch World Series berths Wednesday: “It’s up to the Blue Jays and Cubs to change that script.’’ (MLB.com)
Offensive lineman Brennan Williams signs with Patriots: “[Brennan] Williams, the son of former Patriots defensive end Brent Williams, tweeted about his link to Patriots history. Brent Williams played for New England from 1986 to 1993.’’ (ESPNBoston.com)
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