Fenway Park has a new address. Boston’s Public Improvement Commission on Thursday unanimously approved the Red Sox’s proposal to rename Yawkey Way. The street on which Fenway Park is located will return to its original name, Jersey Street.The street was renamed for former Red Sox owner Tom Yawkey following his death in 1976, but the decision drew criticism over the years for the history of racism linked to Yawkey. Current Red Sox owner John Henry said last year he was “haunted” by the connection, and the team submitted a petition back in February to change the street’s name. ... NESN.com
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No new proposal from NBA players (AP)
With their turn, the players passed. NBA players declined to present a new economic proposal to owners Friday, less than a week before the expiration of the collective bargaining agreement. Dressed in matching T-shirts urging solidarity, about 40 players attended the negotiating session, the final one before owners could vote on whether to lock them out if no deal is reached.