Share this: Where is Gordon Hayward going to sign? Well, we aren’t sure anyone knows the answer, even Hayward. ESPN’s Chris Haynes reported Tuesday that the free-agent forward had decided to sign with the Boston Celtics. But as soon as Haynes broke the news, reports refuting Hayward’s move to Boston began to surface when Hayward’s agent told ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski that Hayward had not yet made a decision. Reports continued to trickle in throughout the day that the 27-year-old swingman was having a difficult time choosing which team to join. And as NBA fans waited with bated breath, they dug up some of Hayward’s old tweets showing how indecisive he can be. Good to know he's been in this situation before. — The Love Below (@TheLoveBel0w) July 4,
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Gordon Hayward Announces He’s Joining Celtics In Players’ Tribune Article
Share this: After hours of waiting, Gordon Hayward made it official. The prize of the 2017 NBA free-agent class announced he would be leaving the Utah Jazz to sign with the Boston Celtics in an article on The Players’ Tribune on Tuesday. It was reported early Tuesday that Hayward had decided to take his talents to Boston, but reports immediately surfaced refuting that fact. The 27-year-old star said it was a difficult choice to make. “This has been the toughest decision that I’ve ever had to make in my life,” Hayward wrote. “This weekend has probably been the longest weekend of my life. And today … well, today has definitely been one of the craziest days of my life. But I wanted to make sure
Red Sox Notes: Dustin Pedroia Does It All In Boston’s Win Over Rangers
Share this: Dustin Pedroia did it all Monday night for the Boston Red Sox, and if you ask his manager, it might have been one of the second baseman’s best games in a Red Sox uniform. Pedroia went 3-for-5 with four RBI in the Red Sox’s 7-5 extra-inning win over the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Park, while making multiple key defensive plays behind Boston’s pitching staff. He got his night started with a two-run single in the second inning to give Boston its first lead. Then in the sixth inning, Pedroia came to plate with the game tied and bases loaded with two outs against Rangers reliever Tony Barnette. After a wild pitch scored a run to give Boston the lead, Pedroia
Andrew Benintendi Excited To Deliver Game-Winning Hit For Red Sox
Share this: The Texas Rangers elected to face Andrew Benintendi instead of Dustin Pedroia with the game on the line Monday night, and they paid the price. The Rangers and Boston Red Sox were tied in the 11th inning when Texas intentionally walked Pedroia to face Benintendi with the bases loaded and one out. Benintendi dumped a two-run single over the head of Rangers shortstop Elvis Andrus to give the Red Sox a 7-5 victory at Globe Life Park. To hear what Benintendi had to say about the hit, check out the video above from “Red Sox Final,” presented by Plainridge Park Casino. Thumbnail photo via Adam Hunger/USA TODAY Sports Images Related NESN.com Stories Source link
Red Sox’s Rick Porcello Turns In Encouraging Outing Vs. Rangers
Share this: Rick Porcello’s had a rough 2017 campaign to this point, but he might have turned a corner Monday night. The Boston Red Sox right-hander tossed 6 1/3 innings, allowing three runs on three hits while striking out three and walking three in Boston’s 7-5 win over the Texas Rangers. Porcello showed good command and downward action on his sinker, the best pitch in his arsenal, and was able to baffle the Rangers’ offense for most of the night. To hear what Porcello had to say about his outing, check out the video above from “NESN Sports Today,” presented by People’s United Bank. Related NESN.com Stories Source link
John Farrell Gives Xander Bogaerts Injury Update Before Red Sox Vs. Rangers Seri…
Share this: Xander Bogaerts won’t play Monday night when the Boston Red Sox open a three-game series with the Rangers in Texas. He has a sore groin, but Red Sox manager John Farrell doesn’t expect his shortstop to be out long-term. Check out his injury update on Bogaerts in the “Red Sox First Pitch” video above, presented by Men’s Wearhouse. Why Bogaerts should be AL “Final Vote” All-Star Selection >> Thumbnail photo via Dan Hamilton/USA TODAY Sports Images Related NESN.com Stories Source link
Red Sox’s Mookie Betts Named A.L. All-Star Starter In Place Of Mike Trout
Share this: Mookie Betts had a fantastic day Sunday, and he got some additional good news Monday. The Boston Red Sox right fielder was named as a reserve for the American League All-Star team Sunday, following an offensive outburst against the Toronto Blue Jays in which tallied two home runs and eight RBI in the Red Sox’s 15-1 victory. But after Los Angeles Angels star Mike Trout announced he would not participate in the game as he continues to rehab his injured thumb, Major League Baseball confirmed Monday that Betts, who received the most fan votes of any A.L. reserve outfielder, will start in place of Trout. Betts received the second most votes by an A.L. outfielder behind New York Yankees rookie star Aaron Judge. Betts is