Carlos Narváez’s solo homer caps a six-run first inning as Boston takes the series finale from New York.
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Maine Observer: A tough guy on the field, a solid friend elsewhere
The death of pioneering baseball player and manager Frank Robinson stirs memories for a Windham man.
How do you spell optimism? Boston Red Sox
The team has a new manager and a big bat in the lineup, giving hope for a third straight AL East title, despite the rise of the Yankees.
Major League notebook: Red Sox beat pitcher in arbitration case
Fernando Abad became the first player to bring Boston to arbitration since 2002.
Major League notebook: Chapman complains about playoff workload
Aroldis Chapman says he was overused in the World Series by Cubs Manager Joe Maddon.
Hazing ritual of rookie costumes banned in baseball’s new labor deal
Some players, past and present, are really annoyed, calling rookie dress up ‘a healthy ritual.’
Major league notebook: Moreland excited to be joining Sox
Boston’s new first baseman is looking forward to joining a team trying to win now.
MLB owners, players reach tentative agreement on a 5-year deal
Long-term labor peace seems assured for Major League Baseball.