Celtics advance to NBA Finals, Donnie Wahlberg says "this is their year"
WBZ-TV's Dan Roche spoke with actor Donnie Wahlberg after the Celtics swept the Pacers in Indianapolis to advance to the NBA Finals.
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WBZ-TV's Dan Roche spoke with actor Donnie Wahlberg after the Celtics swept the Pacers in Indianapolis to advance to the NBA Finals.
Dan Roche and Cedric Maxwell look back on the Celtics' comeback win in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals in Indiana, and discuss if Boston can close out the Pacers with a Game 4 win on Monday night. They look at Jrue Holiday's game-saving steal at the end of Game 3, and the job that Joe Mazzulla has done on the Boston bench.
The Red Sox are a game below .500 as they head into a series with the Tampa Bay Rays, which is where many expected the team to be throughout the season. Dan Roche and Joe Weil discuss the team "finding its level" after a strong start, plus the torrid stretch that Rafael Devers is on at the plate right now.
Bruins radio analyst Bob Beers says that Florida's Sam Bennett should have been suspended for Game 4 against the Bruins because of his hit on Brad Marchand in Game 3. Beers also says that Bennett should have been called for a cross-check and goalie interference on his controversial goal in Game 4, adding the NHL "botched" the Bennett situation "all the way around."
Mack Brown coached Drake Maye for two seasons in North Carolina and believes the quarterback is destined for stardom at the NFL level with the New England Patriots. Brown chats with WBZ-TV's Dan Roche to discuss Maye's intangibles on the field and his excellent work ethic off it, not to mention the competitive drive he has from growing up with three older brothers.
The Red Sox ran into a hot Twins team over the weekend, but took the series finale on Sunday thanks to another unsung arm in the rotation: Cooper Criswell. Dan Roche and Joe Weil discuss the righty's emergence in the rotation, Boston's power returning on Sunday, and look ahead to this week's visit to Atlanta where they'll square off against the Braves and old friend Chris Sale.
WBZ-TV's Dan Roche caught up with Mike Gorman, who called his final Celtics game on Wednesday night to finish an incredible 43-year career as the voice of the Boston Celtics.
Dan Roche says the Red Sox need to give Alex Cora a contract extension that pays him well and keeps him in Boston for the long-term.
The Red Sox are a surprising 16-13 one month into the season despite a slew of injuries up and down the roster. How did they get here? Dan Roche and Joe Weil discuss the team's surprising start, and Rochie makes a case for the team to extend Alex Cora.
Lionel Messi will make his first visit to Gillette Stadium on Saturday night, which is a busy one for the Boston sports scene. MLS analyst Taylor Twellman joins WBZ's Dan Roche to discuss the experience of seeing Messi in person, his impact on Major League Soccer, and what makes him such a special competitor.
Drake Maye was drafted third overall by the New England Patriots in the 2024 NFL Draft, and can't wait to get to New England. WBZ-TV's Dan Roche caught up with the quarterback after he was picked to get his thoughts on joining the Patriots, and hear more about his athletic and competitive family.
Drake Maye was drafted third overall by the New England Patriots at the NFL Draft on Thursday night. WBZ-TV's Dan Roche introduces us to the 21-year-old who comes from a family of athletes and has a lot of upside.
While the Red Sox can't seem to win at Fenway Park this season, they can't be beat on the road! Dan Roche and Joe Weil discuss the team's success on the road to start the season and how Alex Cora is keeping the team together despite a rash of injuries. They also discuss the continued success of the starting rotation, and give their take on a few funny stories from around Major League Baseball.
The Toronto Maple Leafs upped the physicality on the Bruins in Game 2 at TD Garden on Monday night and evened the playoff series with a 3-2 win. Now the Bruins have to answer in Game 3 in Toronto on Wednesday night. Will they? WBZ-TV's Dan Roche breaks it down, and discusses the goalie decisions by Jim Montgomery.
The Red Sox defense has gone from bad to horrific since Trevor Story's injury. Is there any hope for improvement on the diamond? And should they just play all their games on the road after an embarrassing 3-7 homestand? Dan Roche and Joe Weil break down the issues -- and a few bright spots -- with the 2024 Boston Red Sox.
Boston College was shut out for the first time all season Saturday night, falling to Denver in the Frozen Four Championship, 2-0. Dan Roche caught up with several Eagles players after the loss.
Nate Ingram was the student-athlete speaker at the 75th Francis Ouimet Scholarship Fund Banquet. He spoke with WBZ-TV's Dan Roche about how golf gave him direction and meaning.
Terriers captain Case McCarthy fought back tears as he discussed the team's 2-1 overtime loss to Denver in the Frozen Four, while head coach Jay Pandolfo and star player Macklin Celebrini said they didn't make enough plays to win.
The top-ranked Boston College Eagles will play Denver for the NCAA men's ice hockey championship after beating Michigan Thursday night. WBZ TV's Dan Roche reports.
After going to the Frozen Four
After a 7-3 start on the road, the Red Sox will open the home portion of their schedule Tuesday at Fenway Park. Dan Roche and Joe Weil break down the team's impressive road trip, which included some strong pitching and timely swings, and look ahead to Tuesday's festivities to honor the 2004 World Series championship team.
There is no stopping Caitlin Clark, but Veronica Burton and the Wildcats had a pretty good strategy during her time at Northwestern. The 3-time Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year (and Newton native) chats with Dan Roche about slowing down the Iowa superstar, plus her impact on women's college basketball and the basketball world in general.
Worcester Red Sox manager Rich Gedman talks to WBZ-TV's Dan Roche about the legacy of Larry Lucchino, the longtime Boston Red Sox and WooSox president who died Tuesday at the age of 78.
Worcester Red Sox president Dr. Charles Steinberg talked about his close, late friend Larry Lucchino with WBZ TV's Dan Roche.
WBZ-TV's Dan Roche remembers Larry Lucchino, the longtime Red Sox president and CEO who helped build three World Series winning teams in Boston.
A judge has dismissed conspiracy and kidnapping charges against five Massachusetts college students accused of attempting to lure a man as part of a "To Catch a Predator" trend on social media.
The Red Sox went ice cold on a frigid night in Boston on Tuesday, but the weather wasn't to blame for a 6-1 loss to the Blue Jays.
Pedro Martinez says he has family members who were at a nightclub in the Dominican Republic when the roof collapsed.
The Boston Celtics completed a season sweep over the New York Knicks on Tuesday night with an entertaining overtime win at Madison Square Garden.
Jury selection continues in Norfolk Superior Court in Dedham, Massachusetts for a seventh day in the Karen Read trial.
Pedro Martinez says he has family members who were at a nightclub in the Dominican Republic when the roof collapsed.
A judge has dismissed conspiracy and kidnapping charges against five Massachusetts college students accused of attempting to lure a man as part of a "To Catch a Predator" trend on social media.
Jury selection continues in Dedham Wednesday for a seventh day in the Karen Read trial.
An app called "Be My Eyes" is helping connect blind users with volunteers to help them with visual tasks.
The NFL Draft is now just two weeks away, and several mockers have one of the best players dropping to the Patriots at fourth overall.
Tufts University researchers are looking at ways to reduce racial disparities in maternal health care.
Tony's Chocolonely is recalling some products after consumers reported finding "small stones" in the chocolate bars.
An experimental Alzheimer's treatment from Boston researchers may be able to treat both dementia and depression symptoms.
As the weather warms up, pet owners in Massachusetts are being reminded that tick season is officially here.
Bostonians are feeling grateful for the extra hour of daylight and a psychologist said it has added benefits.
Despite paying her insurance company $125,000 in premiums, a 92-year-old's claim was initially denied.
The I-Team has learned the department installed new technology in 233 of its cruisers that is designed to prevent collisions.
The FBI's Boston office is issuing a warning after a series of I-Team investigations into stolen land scams.
The hood of a Stoneham woman's 2015 Nissan Altima flew open while she was driving on Route 93.
A New Hampshire man's concert tickets purchased on StubHub were stolen by hackers. He reached out to the I-Team's Call for Action for help.
"We are heading in a dangerous direction," said Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell.
President Trump will announce new tariffs on U.S. trading partners Wednesday. Massachusetts will be hit hard, according to the governor.
Rep. Seth Moulton is calling on Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to resign over a scandal involving messaging in a non-secure of sensitive information about a pending military action.
For most of its 54 years of existence, public broadcasting has been a target of conservatives who saw it as a political threat.
Rep. Lori Trahan said her constituents are concerned about service cuts and freezes instituted by the Trump administration.
Vanson has manufactured leather goods in Massachusetts for over 50 years and the company sells their products around the world.
Ford Motor Company announced a promotion to give all customers their employee discount.
The Ground Round has started serving customers again in Shrewsbury.
Jordan's Furniture president Eliot Tatelman is retiring after decades as the face of the brand.
A donut shop in Boston's West Roxbury neighborhood has been serving up freshly-made donuts and coffee for decades.
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.
The Red Sox went ice cold on a frigid night in Boston on Tuesday, but the weather wasn't to blame for a 6-1 loss to the Blue Jays.
The Boston Celtics completed a season sweep over the New York Knicks on Tuesday night with an entertaining overtime win at Madison Square Garden.
The NFL Draft is now just two weeks away, and several mockers have one of the best players dropping to the Patriots at fourth overall.
The Boston Celtics completed a season sweep of the New York Knicks with a 119-117 victory Tuesday night.
The Boston Bruins routed the New Jersey Devils 7-2 on Tuesday night.
Video captured what it looks like for Mount Washington crews to do their jobs in the face of 100 mph winds.
At the Broomstones Curling Club in Wayland, people of all ages are bonded through the increasingly popular sport.
A UMass student who was initially denied a $10,000 prize after making a half-court shot will be getting the money after all.
A hawk was hit by a driver on 495 in Chelmsford and got stuck in the SUV's grille.
Why are there giant pink inflatable sculptures in downtown Boston? It's part of a new art installation.