Xander Bogaerts enters his eighth full season in the big leagues in the middle of his physical prime and as a key piece if Boston hopes to return to the postseason.
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NFL notebook: Steelers coach, others in organization, tested positive for COVID-19
Mike Tomlin and others with the Steelers tested positive last week, but the team says it has not impacted day-to-day business.
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College roundup: NCAA to allow limited fans at men’s basketball tournament
There will be 25% capacity at venues to allow for social distancing.
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Bruins notebook: Charlie McAvoy stepping up to challenge as No. 1 defenseman
Boston showed faith in Charlie McAvoy when it let go of Zdeno Chara and Torey Krug in the offseason, and has not been disappointed.
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Sports Digest: Sam Burns opens five-stroke lead in Genesis Invitational
Burns ties the tournament record for 36 holes and has a big margin over a group that includes Dustin Johnson.
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Australian Open: Medvedev runs winning streak to 20, will meet Djokovic in final
Daniil Medvedev beats Stefanos Tsitsipas in three sets and will play for his first Grand Slam title Sunday against eight-time Australian Open champ Novak Djokovic.
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College roundup: Ivy League cancels its spring sports season again
There won’t be league competitions or championships, but the eight schools might participate in nonconference games if coronavirus conditions improve.
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Red Sox notebook: Chris Sale working his way back from Tommy John surgery
Boston’s ace said he also tested positive for COVID-19 in January but did not suffer some of the worst symptoms.
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NBA notebook: League announces plans for All-Star Game despite health concerns, pushback from stars
Despite issues raised by players and local officials, the league is holding an All-Star Game in Atlanta on March 7.
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NFL notebook: Eagles send QB Carson Wentz to Colts for draft picks
Philadelphia is shipping quarterback Carson Wentz to Indianapolis, where he will reunite with Coach Frank Reich.