Morning sports update: Today is Bill Belichick Day
The Bruins head into the All-Star break with a 4-3 win over the Penguins, the Red Sox plan to retire David Ortiz’s number in June, and Isaiah Thomas joins the Eastern Conference All-Star squad.
Happy Bill Belichick Day: Hiring him 17 years ago changed Patriots forever: On the day Belichick was hired, Kraft said, “He has an intimate knowledge of our team, intimate knowledge of our players and our division. People devise defensive schemes based on his success. He’s the most capable person at this point to help us win next year.” (ESPN)
After avoiding suspension, Brad Marchand lifts Bruins past Penguins: ‘‘They let me off with one probably,’’ Marchand said. ‘‘Felt fortunate to be playing tonight and it was great to be part of a big win.’’ (Boston.com)
Here’s when the Red Sox will retire David Ortiz’s number: The club announced Thursday that Big Papi’s jersey number will be retired June 23. His No. 34 will join 10 others on the right field facade. (Boston.com)
Isaiah Thomas named All-Star reserve: The Eastern Conference reserves are Indiana’s Paul George, Cleveland’s Kevin Love, Toronto’s Kyle Lowry, Atlanta’s Paul Millsap, Boston’s Isaiah Thomas, Washington’s John Wall and Charlotte’s Walker, who is going for the first time. (Boston.com)
https://twitter.com/Isaiah_Thomas/status/824838126900228097
Stephen Gostkowski among 2 missing from Patriots practice, 7 remain limited: Nate Ebner missed his second straight practice with a concussion and kicker Stephen Gostkowski missed his first practice of the year due to an illness. (WEEI)
Rajon Rondo lashes out at Bulls teammates Dwyane Wade, Jimmy Butler in Instagram rant: Rondo, who came with a history of clashing with coaches, got benched for poor play after beginning the season as a starter. He is now in a backup role. Chicago also suspended the four-time All-Star for one game for detrimental conduct in December.
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