Roman Anthony, a 19-year-old center fielder who Boston selected in the compensation second round of the 2022 MLB Draft, is slugging .729 with five homers and five doubles in 13 games at Greenville.
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Wimbledon: Djokovic, Swiatek win as protesters and rain capture attention
Three environmental activists are arrested for interrupting matches by making their way on to the court to toss orange confetti.
MLB roundup: Yankees pitcher Cordero suspended for the rest of the season under MLB’s domestic violence policy
James Cordero has accepted the suspension and will miss the season’s final 76 games and the postseason.
NFL notebook: New England’s veteran defenders impressed with rookie class
Jonathan Jones and Jalen Mills, both starting their eighth NFL season, are becoming leaders for so many young teammates.
Women’s World Cup: U.S. vying for third straight title, but is this team vulnerable?
The goal is to three-peat in the tournament, starting July 20, but American dominance in women’s soccer is no longer assured.
NHL notebook: Bedard, as expected, taken first in the NHL draft by the Chicago Blackhawks
Connor Bedard is a highly skilled offensive forward who’s drawn comparisons to Connor McDavid and Sidney Crosby.
Sports Digest: Alcaraz, Swiatek are the No. 1 seeds for Wimbledon
The draw to set up the singles brackets will be Friday, and the tournament begins Monday.
MLB roundup: Mets’ owner considers trade deadline sell-off, but Showalter, Eppler safe through season
Steven Cohen’s team began Wednesday 36-43 after losing seven of their previous 10 games and 16 of 22.
Golf roundup: McCarthy shoots 60, McIlroy gets first Tour ace at Travelers
Denny McCarthy comes inches from shooting a 59 and takes a two-shot lead into the second round in Cromwell, Conn.
NBA Draft: No. 1 pick Wembanyama tasked with leading revival for Spurs
Victor Wembanyama will enter the NBA has the most highly touted player since LeBron James 20 years ago.