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Terry Francona Supports Changing Name Of Cleveland Indians
Indians manager Terry Francona, a baseball lifer, said it's time to seriously consider making a change to the Cleveland Indians team name.
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Indians manager Terry Francona, a baseball lifer, said it's time to seriously consider making a change to the Cleveland Indians team name.
Cleveland Indians manager Terry Francona said his longtime bench coach Brad Mills has left the club to be with his family.
Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher David Price has announced he will not participate in the 2020 MLB season.
The tests are done and it's time to play ball. The Red Sox get back to work Friday at Fenway Park.
Baseball is back at Fenway Park, but the old ball yard is a lot different than the one everyone is used to.
The Red Sox began "summer camp" at Fenway Park on Friday, but not everyone was able to participate. Boston did indeed have "some" players test positive for COVID-19 earlier this week.
The COVID-19 pandemic has already claimed 102 MLB games this season. Another game was added to the list on Friday.
At Fenway Park, weights and other exercise equipment were set up Thursday in the concourse under the seats that Red Sox fans won't be allowed to occupy when the season finally starts.
As they get set to start summer camp at Fenway Park on Friday, the Red Sox had to take care of some roster business on Thursday.
With Massachusetts arriving in Phase 3 of its coronavirus reopening plan, games will be allowed to be played at Fenway Park this summer.
After all of the acrimony and bad publicity, MLB commissioner Rob Manfred ... kind of just said that it was all a waste of time.
With Cam Newton the latest to join the esteemed club, here's a look at as many Massachuetts-themed Boston athletes we could think of.
Red Sox players reported for duty on Wednesday. Again.
Major League Baseball will play a shortened season amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The minor leagues will have no such luxury.
It shouldn't take long for Blaze Jordan to become a fan favorite among Red Sox fans, whether it's because of his unique name or ability to hit some towering homers.
While Jerod Mayo is a much more talkative coach than what we're used to in New England, he wouldn't touch the Brandon Aiyuk trade rumors on Tuesday.
Patriots fans will see both Jacoby Brissett and Drake Maye in action in Thursday night's preseason opener against the Carolina Panthers.
Alex Cora hit a career milestone on Monday night, notching his 500th career win as manager of the Boston Red Sox.
The Patriots may be on the verge of acquiring star wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk.
The Red Sox now trail the Royals by 1 1/2 games for the final American League wild card spot.
Tom Brady had a golden opportunity to catch up with a trio of Boston champs at the Paris Olympics on Monday, and the seven-time Super Bowl champ wasn't going to let it slip away.
Matthew Judon has returned to practice, but the star pass rusher remains an unhappy camper at training camp because of his current contract situation with the New England Patriots.
While there has been a lot of focus on Patriots quarterbacks in training camp, a pair of rookie receivers are turning heads nearly every day.
Matt Ryan made his way to Patriots training camp as he preps for his new gig on The NFL Today. He left Friday's practice with some thoughts on Drake Maye -- and some advice for the rookie quarterback.
Boston's Duck Boats are moving slower than ever. What was once an 80 minute trip is now sometimes a two-hour tour.
Massachusetts is getting ready to hold its 2024 tax free weekend. Here's what to know about the sales tax holiday.
Multiple Big Lots stores in Massachusetts and another in New Hampshire are set to close, according to the retailer's website.
A family didn't know that some rare coins were mixed in with an item they sold at a yard sale until they were returned with a very kind note.
The Boston area could see heavy rain this week, and some could be from the remnants of Tropical Storm Debby.
A small study published in the JAMA Network Open suggests that fish oil could help reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease in some people.
Two new studies highlight some of the challenges people face looking for popular weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy.
Researchers at Kings' College London have found more evidence that excessive smartphone use could impact a teen's mental health.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex's Archewell Foundation is launching a new initiative, the Parents' Network, to support parents whose children have been victimized by harmful online content, from social media bullying to suicide ideation.
Marty Kedian is the third person in the U.S. to receive a larynx transplant, and the first active cancer patient to do so.
An advocacy group wants immediate changes at a state hospital for mental patients accused of crimes in Massachusetts.
The state of Massachusetts is taking action after WBZ-TV I-Team reports revealed that some nursing homes haven't paid their workers for weeks.
After the I-Team went to Blupoint Healthcare's Newton offices, workers got their paychecks. Days later, their banks said the checks were no good.
Blupoint Healthcare employees say their paychecks finally cleared at the bank.
An 84-year-old Navy veteran paid a shop thousands of dollars for a headstone. Two years later he still had nothing, until he reached out to WBZ's Call For Action.
Even with a heavily Democratic legislature, Massachusetts's leaders have trouble finding common ground. WBZ-TV's Jon Keller talks with Doug Howgate, president of the Massachusetts Taxpayers Foundation.
Donald Trump's comments about Kamala Harris' race reminded Jon Keller of Trump's infamous comments insulting war hero Sen. John McCain.
The not-so-harsh adjective "weird" has emerged as an early and effective weapon for the Democrats.
Nine years ago, Boston was in the running to host the 2024 Summer Olympics. So what is the city missing now?
Research showed independents don't like extremism or partisanship.
Multiple Big Lots stores in Massachusetts and another in New Hampshire are set to close, according to the retailer's website.
Massachusetts is getting ready to hold its 2024 tax free weekend. Here's what to know about the sales tax holiday.
It was a scary Monday for those who watch stocks closely and those who have retirement funds tied up in 401k accounts.
The Great Scott rock club is making a comeback after closing during the COVID pandemic.
Yankee Candle is laying off about 100 workers in Massachusetts amid a decline in the fragrance business.
Host Rachel Holt talks with their CEO about their distinct connection to Newport and what sets them apart as a "brewstillery."
Newport's Castle Hill Inn is one of the area's most coveted destinations offering visitors spectacular views, luxurious accommodations, and unique dining experiences.
Founded in 2014 with a mission of preserving, celebrating and sharing automotive history, the Audrain Automobile Museum is a must-stop destination for both car enthusiasts and Newport visitors alike.
Host Rachel Holt joins Prezza Mixologist Craig Carpenter in Boston's North End for a hot new twist on a classic cocktail that's bound to be the next big hit.
Chef Delphin Gomes joins host Rachel Holt in the test kitchen to show off his latest creations and the art of merging design with chocolate.
While Jerod Mayo is a much more talkative coach than what we're used to in New England, he wouldn't touch the Brandon Aiyuk trade rumors on Tuesday.
Patriots fans will see both Jacoby Brissett and Drake Maye in action in Thursday night's preseason opener against the Carolina Panthers.
Alex Cora hit a career milestone on Monday night, notching his 500th career win as manager of the Boston Red Sox.
The Patriots may be on the verge of acquiring star wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk.
The Red Sox now trail the Royals by 1 1/2 games for the final American League wild card spot.
Bears that are no longer afraid of humans are trailing New Hampshire campers in search of food.
A swam of dragonflies took over Misquamicut Beach in Rhode Island this weekend.
An adult black bear and a cub became trapped inside a car in Winsted, Connecticut.
The ice cream trail map highlights Massachusetts shops that use locally produced dairy.
New photos show an endangered North Atlantic right whale that's named after Fenway Park alongside her calf.