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Cleveland Indians' Asdrubal Cabrera slides into home as the ball passes him on the way to being tagged out during the third inning of a baseball game against the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park in Boston Saturday, May 25, 2013. (AP Photo/Winslow Townson)

Red Sox rally with four eighth-inning runs to beat Indians

Saturday, May 25, 2013

BOSTON — The Red Sox and Indians exchanged nearly as many mistakes as runs for seven innings before a string of clutch hits and a friendly gust of wind helped Boston build the decisive rally. Pinch-hitter Mike Carp drove in the tying run with an eighth-inning double and then scored on a double by Dustin Pedroia to lead the Red … 0

Fans wait for the start of a rain delayed baseball game between the Boston Red Sox and Cleveland Indians at Fenway Park in Boston, Friday, May 24, 2013. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)

John Lackey, Red Sox top Indians

Saturday, May 25, 2013

BOSTON — John Lackey allowed two hits in seven innings, Mike Carp hit a three-run homer and the Boston Red Sox beat the Cleveland Indians 8-1 on a rainy Friday night. It was the second straight strong performance by Lackey, who missed all last season following Tommy John elbow surgery. Last Sunday he … 0

Cleveland Indians manager Terry Francona, right, gives designated hitter Mark Reynolds (12) a pat on the back after defeating the Boston Red Sox during a baseball game at Fenway Park in Boston, Thursday, May 23, 2013. The Indians won 12-3. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)

Indians pound Red Sox in Terry Francona’s return to Fenway Park

Friday, May 24, 2013

BOSTON — Terry Francona returned to Fenway Park and found some more pleasant memories. A standing ovation. A video tribute to his time as manager of the Boston Red Sox. And, most importantly, a win for his Cleveland Indians. Drew Stubbs, Mark Reynolds and Michael Bourn combined for nine hits and eight RBIs … 0

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Cody Baglow, left, and Jonathan Traester of Amherst celebrate after Amherst scores Friday against Northampton during a lacrosse game at Northampton High School.

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Amherst eliminates rival Northampton from playoff contention

Craig Murdock, Bridge Street School physical education teacher, and second grader C.J. Ryznic take a lap around the playground during recess Wednesday as part of the "Feelin' Good" walking program. Many students run the first two laps for one "punch" on their mile marker card. Twenty punches fills the card and marks five miles completed.
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Running buddies

About 350 people attended the annual Health and Safety Fair held Thursday at the Northampton Senior Center. The event offered information about the services and resources — including respite, adult day programs, and in-home care — that are available in this area. Those who attended were also able to learn about specific health conditions; here, Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School student Paige Petersen of Huntington, 16, checks a blood pressure reading for Janice Cromack of Hadley.

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Getting a checkup

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Hour after Red Sox win, explosion at Marathon

Monday, April 15, 2013

BOSTON — The Red Sox and Rays were making their ways out of Fenway Park when two explosions near the finish line of the Boston Marathon were heard at the stadium. The Red Sox beat the Rays 3-2 … 0

Mike Napoli, Red Sox rally in ninth to complete sweep of Rays

Friday, May 24, 2013

BOSTON — Mike Napoli drove in the winning run with a double in the ninth inning and the Boston Red Sox completed a three-game sweep of the light-hitting Tampa Bay Rays with a 3-2 win on Monday. The … 0

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Clay Buchholz reacts to a walk during the seventh inning of a baseball game against the Tampa Bay Rays at Fenway Park in Boston, Sunday, April 14, 2013. (AP Photo/Winslow Townson)

Clay Buchholz loses no-hit bid in eighth inning as Red Sox shut out Rays

Friday, May 24, 2013

BOSTON — Clay Buchholz was a nervous 23-year-old rookie when he threw a no-hitter in his second major league start. He was more relaxed when he nearly did it again Sunday. “A lot more than the last time … 0

Boston Red Sox's Jacoby Ellsbury, left, celebrates behind Tampa Bay Rays' Jose Lobaton as he scores the game-winning run on an RBI single by teammate Shane Victorino in the 10th inning of a baseball game in Boston, Saturday, April 13, 2013. The Red Sox won 2-1. (AP Photo/Michael Dwyer)

Red Sox edge Rays on Shane Victorino’s infield single against overloaded infield in 10th inning

Friday, May 24, 2013

BOSTON — Shane Victorino didn’t even notice Tampa Bay’s unusual five-man infield. His only thought was to make contact with the speedy Jacoby Ellsbury standing on third base. Victorino had a well-placed RBI single into an overloaded infield … 0

Opener of Rays-Red Sox series postponed by rain

Friday, May 24, 2013

BOSTON (AP) — The game between the Tampa Bay Rays and Boston Red Sox on Friday night has been postponed by rain. The opener of the four-game series was called off after rain began in the afternoon. The wet weather was expected to continue for most of the … 0

Baltimore Orioles' Chris Davis watches his solo home run against the Boston Red Sox during the second inning of a baseball game at Fenway Park in Boston, Thursday, April 11, 2013. (AP Photo/Winslow Townson)

Orioles edge Red Sox to win series

Thursday, April 11, 2013

BOSTON — Koji Uehara had been perfect for the Red Sox. That all ended on his first pitch to Adam Jones. Chris Davis hit his sixth homer and Jones drove in two runs, including a tiebreaking double off … 0

Baltimore Orioles' Tommy Hunter rubs his face as Boston Red Sox's Jarrod Saltalamacchia, left, rounds third base on a solo home run in the sixth inning of a baseball game in Boston, Wednesday, April 10, 2013. (AP Photo/Michael Dwyer)

Baltimore scores five in ninth to beat Red Sox on night when Fenway Park sellout streak ends

Friday, May 24, 2013

BOSTON — Most of the seats were empty late on a rainy night when the Boston Red Sox’s home sellout streak of nearly 10 years ended. Manny Machado ruined it for the fans who remained. His three-run homer … 0

Red Sox activate shortstop Stephen Drew, place starting pitcher John Lackey on disabled list

Friday, May 24, 2013

BOSTON (AP) — The Boston Red Sox have placed right-hander John Lackey on the 15-day disabled list and activated shortstop Stephen Drew. In another move Wednesday, they called up right-hander Alex Wilson from Pawtucket. On Tuesday, they optioned shortstop Jose Iglesias to the Triple-A team. Lackey strained his … 0

Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Wei-Yin Chen (16) delivers to the Boston Red Sox during the first inning of a baseball game at Fenway Park in Boston, Monday, April 8, 2013. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola)

Daniel Nava, Clay Buchholz lead Red Sox over Orioles

Friday, May 24, 2013

BOSTON — A second brilliant start by Clay Buchholz. A clutch homer by Daniel Nava. Another flawless fielding performance by the Boston Red Sox. The fans at Fenway Park saw for the first time what all the excitement … 0

Boston Red Sox manager John Farrell, right, watches batting practice with pitchers John Lackey, center, and Jon Lester prior to their baseball game against the Baltimore Orioles at Fenway Park in Boston Monday, April 8, 2013. (AP Photo/Winslow Townson)

Renewed optimism for fans on opening day at Fenway Park

Friday, May 24, 2013

BOSTON — Loyal Red Sox fans returned to Fenway Park on Monday to welcome a changed roster, a new manager and a rekindled sense of optimism following a stretch of disappointing seasons. The 3-1 win over the Baltimore … 0

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