The Boston Red Sox haven’t lost in over a week, and they’ll send their Cy Young winner to the mound Sunday to try to keep their winning streak going. Rick Porcello gets the start for Boston’s series finale against the Seattle Mariners at Fenway Park, as the Red Sox go for the series sweep after winning 6-0 on Saturday. The Sox have won six games in a row dating to last Saturday, the longest active streak in the majors. Porcello has struggled a bit lately, allowing a total of 11 runs over his last four starts. The right-hander pitched well in his last start against Seattle, though, striking out eight Mariners over eight innings on
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Red Sox Extend Winning Streak; Xander Bogaerts Launches First Home Run Of 2017
Share this: The Boston Red Sox defeated the Texas Rangers 6-2 Thursday night to extend Boston’s winning streak to four games, matching the team’s longest winning streak of 2017. Red Sox shortstop Xander Bogaerts hit a two-run home run in the bottom of the third inning for his first home run of the 2017 season. After the game Bogaerts acknowledged that it has been a while since he hit his last home run and said it “was a good feeling.” To hear more from Bogaerts after the game, check out the video above from “Red Sox Final,” presented by Plainridge Park Casino. Thumbnail photo from David Butler II/USA TODAY Sports Images More Stories Source link
Why A Toaster Might Be Responsible For Warriors’ Impressive Win Streak
Share this: The Golden State Warriors are piping hot … perhaps thanks to a toaster? The Dubs defeated the Phoenix Suns 120-111 on Wednesday, running their win streak to 13 games. Golden State hasn’t lost since March 11, which (coincidentally?) coincides with just before Warriors sharpshooter Klay Thompson graciously signed a fan’s toaster. Here’s Thompson’s initial reaction to being asked to sign the toaster on March 13. .@KlayThompson sorry that picture turned into a meme. But thanks for signing my toaster. — Ronnie • GSWToaster (@R_Dollaz) March 14, 2017 Apparently, the fan’s odd request all was part of his quest to have several Golden State players sign the appliance. It’s a journey that began in May 2014, judging by this tweet from the toaster guy himself. The
Bruins Extend Winning Streak To Four Games With Win Over Panthers
The Boston Bruins continued their recent hot streak with a 5-2 victory over the Florida Panthers on Saturday at TD Garden. The Bruins have responded nicely from their four-game losing streak in mid-March by putting together a four-game winning streak to vault them back into the second wild-card spot in the Eastern Conference. Boston didn’t play their best hockey Saturday, but it will take the two points and head to Chicago for a Sunday afternoon tilt with the Blackhawks. Hear NESN’s Andy Brickley break down the Bruins’ victory over the Panthers in the video above from “NESN Sports Today,” presented by People’s United Bank. < ... NESN.com
Bruins Wrap: Boston Downs Calgary 5-2, Ends Flames’ 10-Game Win Streak
The Calgary Flames entered Wednesday night riding a 10-game winning streak, but all good things must come to an end. The Boston Bruins put an end to the Flames’ winning ways with an impressive 5-2 victory. Boston’s offense turned in a terrific performance, as it received goals from three different lines. David Pastrnak opened the scoring for Boston, followed by tallies from Brad Marchand, David Backes and Matt Beleskey. Goaltender Anton Khudobin was solid in relief of Tuukka Rask, as he turned away 21 of 23 Flames shot attempts. The Bruins have now won four games in a row, and continue to chip away at the Atlantic Division standing... NESN.com
Bruins Building Confidence During Four-Game Win Streak
The Bruins take on the Anaheim Ducks on Wednesday night and head coach Bruce Cassidy gives credit to his players building their confidence during their four game win streak and the mood of the team coming off of their bye week. The Bruins are scoring four goals per game and allowing only 1.8 goals against under Cassidy. For more information check out the video from “Big Bad Bruins Live.” Thumbnail Photo From Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports ... NESN.com
Bruce Cassidy’s Changes Paying Off During Bruins’ Four-Game Winning Streak
Share this: The Boston Bruins have their longest winning streak of the season following their 2-1 overtime victory over the San Jose Sharks on Sunday. The B’s are 4-0-0 under interim head coach Bruce Cassidy, and a lot of that success is based on changes that Cassidy has implemented to the forward line. Hear NESN’s Sarah Davis break down the Bruins’ four-game winning streak in the video from “NESN Sports Today,” presented by People’s United Bank, above. More Stories Source link