John Farrell says he’s spoken with Jonathan Papelbon
Farrell said Papelbon would not be the Red Sox' closer.
Mookie Betts leads the Red Sox, the Patriots and Bears continue to scuffle, and an old friend may soon be returning to Boston.
John Farrell offers some insight on Red Sox’ interest in Jonathan Papelbon: Judging by Farrell’s comments, the Red Sox feel they have role for the 35-year-old, with Papelbon potentially adding the kind of edge that could offer a boost heading into the final 1 1/2 months of the regular season. (Boston.com)
Mookie Betts drives in five in Red Sox victory: The Baltimore Orioles seem to bring out the best in Mookie Betts. (Boston.com)
Aly Raisman says she gets ‘better with age,’ not ruling out 2020 Olympics: After she secured her sixth Olympic medal (a silver on floor exercise), the Needham native told reporters Tuesday that she’s not ruling out coming back and competing in the 2020 Games in Tokyo.(Boston.com)
Bryan Stork ejected after throwing open-hand punches at joint practice: Stork had to be restrained by a teammate, and was pulled away from the altercation. (Boston.com)
Eduardo Rodriguez leaves no-hitter with tight hamstring: The 23-year-old lefthander was working on a no-hitter and had struck out seven with one walk. It was his best start of the season. (Boston Globe)
Police to ensure Patriots fans aren’t abusing handicapped spots: A Massachusetts police chief says his officers are cracking down on people who fraudulently use parking spaces for the disabled at Gillette Stadium. (Boston.com)
Charles Barkley says Team USA too reliant on isolation players: As the United States men’s Olympic basketball team has struggled by its own lofty standards in Rio de Janeiro, former NBA player and current TNT analyst Charles Barkley said the team’s woes are rooted in the construction of its roster. (ESPN.com)
Aly Raisman through the years
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