Miguel Cabrera hits his 498th career home run and Detroit extends Boston’s longest losing streak of the season.
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Sox closer Matt Barnes placed on COVID-19 IL, but later tests negative
Manager Alex Cora says Matt Barnes is expected back on Wednesday.
NCAA gender equity investigation recommends holding men’s and women’s final fours at same site
Drastic differences in amenities for the men’s and women’s basketball final fours prompted the investigation, which suggests holding the events at the same site.
With integrity of the game at stake, NHL quickly responds to Evander Kane betting allegations
Commentary: Even as pro leagues push fans to gamble on games, the rule that players don’t bet on their own sport – much less their own games – remains paramount.
Sports Digest: Sea Dogs open 7-game series with 9-0 loss to Rumble Ponies
Portland gets just five hits and has its seven-game road winning streak end.
NFL notebook: Panthers’ receiver carted off; player who hit him kicked out and cut
Carolina receiver Keith Kirkwood takes an “unacceptable” hit in practice and rookie cornerback J.T. Ibe is waived with Coach Matt Rhule saying, “you can’t tee off on somebody.”
Olympics roundup: Brazil’s Cunha wins women’s Olympic marathon swimming
Ana Marcela Cunha wins her first medal in her third Olympics.
NHL notebook: Bruins add experienced goalie, sign Buffalo’s Linus Ullmark
The Bruins also sign forwards Tomas Nosek, Erik Haula and Mike Foligno, and defenseman Derek Forbort.
Sports Digest: Sea Dogs lose a doubleheader to New Hampshire
The Fisher Cats allow three runs in the two games, winning 6-1 and 3-2.
NFL notebook: Lamar Jackson positive for COVID-19, misses Ravens first practice
Baltimore quarterback Lamar Jackson, who missed one game last season when he also tested positive, is unable to participate as the Ravens open training camp.