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
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Red Sox’s Rick Porcello Turned In Encouraging Outing Vs. Rangers
Rick Porcello has 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.
Don Sweeney Focused On Improving Bruins’ Defense In Free Agency
Share this: Don Sweeney didn’t try to hide the Boston Bruins’ free agency plans during his media availability Friday. The Bruins general manager expressed that he intends to focus on improving the Bruins’ defense this summer, as well as possibly during the season via trade. Bolstering Boston’s blueline is just one of many things on Sweeney’s plate, though, as he also is working on a new deal for young star David Pastrnak. To hear more about the Bruins’ offseason plans, check out the video above from “NESN Sports Today,” presented by People’s United Bank. Related NESN.com Stories Source link
Red Sox Manager John Farrell Stresses Importance Of Division Games
Share this: The Boston Red Sox play in arguably the toughest division in baseball. The American League East features several teams that seemingly are always in postseason contention, including the New York Yankees and Baltimore Orioles. Red Sox manager John Farrell knows just how tough the division is, and noted how important this weekend’s series against the Toronto Blue Jays is for his ball club. To hear what Farrell had to say about the AL East, check out the video above from “Red Sox First Pitch,” presented by Men’s Warehouse. Thumbnail photo via Winslow Townson/USA TODAY Sports Images Related NESN.com Stories Source link
Jackie Bradley Jr.’s Power At The Plate Coming Back Around For Red Sox
Share this: The Boston Red Sox open a four-game series against the Minnesota Twins at Fenway Park on Monday night with a share of the top spot in the A.L. East. The Red Sox have caught up to the New York Yankees in the standings with the help of Jackie Bradley Jr’s red hot bat. Bradley Jr. is heating up at the plate for Boston hitting .356 with five homeruns, seven doubles, and 18 RBI in his last 25 games. For more on Bradley Jr.’s recent success at the plate, check out the video above from “Red Sox First Pitch,” presented by Men’s Wearhouse. Thumbnail photo from David Butler II/USA TODAY Sports Images More Stories Source link
Doug Fister Believes Loss To Angels Is ‘On Him’ Despite Strong Red Sox Debut
Share this: Doug Fister hadn’t made a start in the big leagues during the 2017 Major League Baseball season until he toed the rubber Sunday at Fenway Park. Fister had a strong debut for the Boston Red Sox, allowing three runs on seven hits while striking out six and walking three in six-plus innings during the Red Sox’s 4-2 loss to the Los Angeles Angels. After the game, Fister was pleased with how he felt but knows he has to execute better when he gets into a jam. To hear what Fister had to say about the outing, check out the video above from “Red Sox Final,” presented by Plainridge Park Casino. Thumbnail photo via Winslow Townson/USA TODAY Sports Images More Stories Source link
Sam Kennedy Tosses First Pitch To Kick Off BASE Program’s Fourth Season
Boston Red Sox president Sam Kennedy got to show off his arm when he took the hill for a great cause Saturday. Kennedy tossed the ceremonial first pitch to kick off the fourth season of The BASE, Boston’s premiere urban youth sports and academic training academy located in Roxbury, Mass. To hear about all the great opportunities that The BASE provides, check out the video above from “NESN Sports Today,” presented by People’s United Bank. ... NESN.com