Friday injury report: Patriots rule 3 out, list 16 as questionable against Buffalo Bills

Patriots Riley Reiff, Josh Uche, and Keion White will miss Sunday’s game. Josh Uche is one of three Patriots officially ruled out of Sunday’s game. Jim Davis/Globe Staff Mike Vrabel ribs Tom Brady over former QB’s unlikely attendance for Patriots Hall of Fame induction ceremony There reportedly hasn’t been ‘much movement’ on a Kendrick Bourne … [Read more…]

Report: San Francisco Giants ask Red Sox for permission to interview Jason Varitek for vacant managerial position

Red Sox Varitek has held various roles in Boston’s front office and coaching staff since his retirement from playing in 2011. Jason Varitek played all 14 seasons of his MLB career with the Red Sox. Rob Carr/Getty Images Kim Ng reportedly has declined an interview with Red Sox Ex-Red Sox OF Gabe Kapler reportedly interviewed … [Read more…]

Mike Vrabel ribs Tom Brady over former QB’s unlikely attendance for Patriots Hall of Fame induction ceremony

Patriots The former Patriots teammates have had some funny back-and-forths over the years. Tom Brady and Mike Vrabel had some memorable moments as teammates. Matthew J. Lee/Globe Staff Photo Mike Vrabel and Tom Brady have had some friendly trash talk over the years, dating back to their time as teammates with the Patriots over two … [Read more…]

Keeping Charlie Coyle and Trent Frederic together needs to be a priority for Bruins

Bruins “I thought (Coyle’s line) had a tremendous impact.” Charlie Coyle dominated back at his spot on the third line during Thursday’s win. Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images 3 takeaways as Bruins remain undefeated with 3-1 win over Sharks It took all of two games for Charlie Coyle to get slotted from his new post in … [Read more…]

There reportedly hasn’t been ‘much movement’ on a Kendrick Bourne trade; teams ‘torn’ on if Patriots will be sellers

Patriots The NFL trade deadline is on Oct. 31. Kendrick Bourne has been a common player speculated to be on the move ahead of the trade deadline. In the event that the 1-5 Patriots are sellers at the trade deadline later in October, many have speculated that Kendrick Bourne could be among the top players … [Read more…]

Maine mother and son run at the same college cross-country meets

College Sports “His whole team saw me [and] were like, ‘Is that your girlfriend,’ and he’s like, ‘No, it’s my mom.’” Maine mother and son Joy and Cyrus Evans. University of Southern Maine Athletics/Instagram Collegiate cross-country races don’t usually double as family reunions — that is, until Joy and Cyrus Evans began running. The Maine … [Read more…]

Portland seafood joint teases The Holy Donut for its prices. Here’s how the bakery responded.

Restaurants J’s Oyster called The Holy Donut expensive. The latter called the seafood restaurant “salty.” Both say it was all done in good fun. J’s Oyster made fun of The Holy Donut’s prices and line. The bakery clapped back with a fake collaboration called the “Salty Neighbor.” Courtesy of The Holy Donut The wisecracks between … [Read more…]

Israel says two Americans held hostage by Hamas, a mother and daughter, have been released

World News The two Americans, Judith Raanan and her 17-year-old daughter Natalie, were out of the Gaza Strip and in the hands of the Israeli military, an army spokesman said. Judith Raanan, left, and her daughter Natalie, after Natalie’s recent high school graduation. Raanan Family via AP KHAN YOUNIS, Gaza Strip (AP) — Hamas on … [Read more…]

Chug chug chug? Nah. Student desire for booze-free housing growing at local colleges.

The Boston Globe There is increasing interest in substance-free living at Boston-area colleges in recent years, including at Tufts University. Tufts student Nick Dahlen (middle) and fellow students attended a dedication reception in the new substance-free housing at Simpson House, where he is staying. Jonathan Wiggs/Globe Staff By Hilary Burns, The Boston Globe updated on … [Read more…]