Morning sports update: Dustin Pedroia set to return against Tigers on Friday night
The Red Sox return to Fenway for a three-game series against the Detroit Tigers, the Cleveland Cavaliers are on the brink of elimination in Game 4 of the NBA Finals, and the Patriots will be receiving their Super Bowl rings.
Dustin Pedroia ready to come off disabled list: On Friday, the first day he is eligible, Pedroia will be back at second base against the Detroit Tigers after a quicker-than-expected recovery. (Boston Globe)
Yankees hammer David Price again in 9-1 win over Red Sox: Price wasn’t sharp in a ballpark that’s been nothing but trouble for him lately. He threw back his head in disgust after giving up Sanchez’s three-run homer and dropped to 14-11 with a 4.70 ERA versus New York, which batted .373 against him last year. (Boston.com)
David Price seemed tired, calm, collected in postgame interview. Complete opposite of last night. Here’s some of it: pic.twitter.com/uDaOYFtbXu
— Jason Mastrodonato (@JMastrodonato) June 9, 2017
Julian Edelman agrees to contract extension: The Patriots and receiver Julian Edelman agreed to a two-year contract extension worth $11 million on Thursday, keeping the nine-year veteran — and one of Tom Brady’s all-time favorites — in town for the foreseeable future. (Boston.com)
Patriots and WR Julian Edelman now have reached agreement on a multi-year contract extension, per sources. @MikeGarafolo predicted deal.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) June 8, 2017
Patriots honor community heroes at Myra Kraft event: The New England Patriots Charitable Foundation which rewards “volunteerism in the community” was founded by Myra Kraft, the late wife of Robert Kraft. (Boston Herald)
Great day at @GilletteStadium as the #Patriots recognized 26 local volunteers at the MHK Community MVP Awards!
📹: https://t.co/vxONE2KK8F pic.twitter.com/WEpEBdCAoY
— New England Patriots (@Patriots) June 8, 2017
Patriots sign 3rd-round pick DE Derek Rivers: Third-round pick Derek Rivers out of Youngstown State signed his deal with the Patriots on Thursday, according to his agent’s Twitter account. The defensive end was selected No. 83 overall in the draft. (WEEI)
IT’S OFFICIAL! Sending a huge congrats to our guy Derek Rivers (@D_Rivers11) for signing with the New England @Patriots 🏈 #ElementFamily pic.twitter.com/TV2gk29KiN
— Element Sports Group (@element_sports) June 8, 2017
Irish War Cry early favorite in Belmont Stakes: Irish War Cry is back on the Triple Crown trail as the 7-2 favorite for the Belmont Stakes. The colt claimed that status after expected favorite Classic Empire was forced out Wednesday because of an abscess in his right front hoof. (Boston Globe)
