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May 30 2012

Daily Noontime – May 30, 2012

Daniel Nava drove in three runs on Tuesday, as Boston defeated Detroit, 6-3! (Photo Credit: CTPost.com)

By NoontimeSports.com 

It’s “hump day,” which means this week is somewhat over, right? OK… OK… here are some headlines, news and stories from the city of champions.

* The Boston Red Sox earned their 25th win of the season on Tuesday, as they defeated the Detroit Tigers, 6-3. David Ortiz cranked his 11th home run and 18th double of the season, while Daniel Nava recorded three RBIs. Also, Daniel Bard picked up his fifth win on the bump by tossing 5.1 innings and yielding five hits and two earned runs. Bard also recorded four strikeouts before he was relieved in the sixth for Rich Hill.

* Boston has now won 12 games at Fenway Park this season, and will attempt to even their home record on Wednesday against the Tigers – Jon Lester faces Drew Smyly – first pitch is scheduled for 7:10PM.

* According to reports – Carl Crawford is two weeks away from throwing. The Sox outfielder has apparently tallied 60 swings of a tee, but is 10 days away from being able to test the arm, which he believes will be the “true test.”

* The New England Patriots announced on Tuesday that they released the 2007 first-round draft pick of the Indianapolis Colts, Anthony Gonzalez. The wide out, who was a free agent this past winter, has been hampered by injuries and hoped to revive his career in New England.

* Finally, the Boston Celtics will attempt to even their Eastern Conference Finals series with the Miami Heat on Wednesday — tip is scheduled for 8:30PM.

May 29 2012

Daily Noontime – May 29, 2012

Miami’s Dwyane Wade and LeBron stole the show in Game No. 1, as the Heat defeated the Boston Celtics, 93-79! (Photo Credit: WBUR.org)

By NoontimeSports.com 

Happy Tuesday to everyone, and welcome into this Tuesday edition of the Daily Noontime! Let’s kickstart the four-day work week with some headlines and news from the city of Boston, and state of Massachusetts.

* Miami held Boston to 15 points in the third quarter and 18 in the fourth, as the Heat defeated the Celtics in Game No. 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals, 93-79. LeBron James and Dwyane Wade combined for 54 points, 13 rebounds, 10 assists and five blocks, while Kevin Garnett paced the Celtics with 23 points and 10 rebounds.

* Miami and Boston will return to the hardwood on Wednesday for Game No. 2 at 8:30pm. With Monday’s win, the Heat currently lead the series, 1-0.

* After Monday’s contest concluded – Ray Allen told the media that he’s battling with his inner self to work hard and overcome the bone spurs in his ankle. He told WEEI’s Paul Flannery, “There’s nothing really to talk about. It’s like a battle within myself that I have to try and win. You always talk, if it was the playoffs would you play? It’s the playoffs.”

* The Boston Red Sox concluded their Memorial Day Weekend with a 7-4 victory against the Detroit Tigers at Fenway Park. Felix Doubront earned his fifth win of the season on the bump, while Jarrod Saltalamacchia finished the contest 2-4 with two runs, a home run and an RBI.

* Boston is now 24-24, and will attempt to earn their 25th win of the season and 12th at home on Tuesday against Detroit – Daniel Bard opposes Justin Verlander – first pitch is scheduled for 7:10PM.

* Prior to Monday’s contests — the Red Sox continued their 100th Anniversary of Fenway Park by recognizing Trot Nixon. The original dirt dog sported his No. 7 home white jersey, and tossed the out the ceremonial first pitch.

Apr 9 2012

Daily Noontime – April 9, 2012

Kevin Garnett paced the Celtics on Sunday with 20 points! (Photo Credit: DocSports.com)

By NoontimeSports.com 

It’s Monday, which means we’re kicking-off a brand new week. Let’s jumpstart the day with some headlines and news pertaining toward the Boston sports scene!

* The Boston Celtics routed the Philadelphia 76ers on Sunday, 103-79. Kevin Garnett led all scorers with 20 points, while Avery Bradley and Brandon Bass each tallied 18 points. Following the victory, Boston earned a three-game cushion in the Atlantic Division, and will attempt to earn their 33rd victory of the season on Tuesday when they travel to Miami to face the Heat.

* According to sources – Mickael Pietrus continues to nurse a head injury, which he sustained a few weeks ago in Philadelphia, and is hopeful that he’ll be able to return soon. When asked about his timetable, he responded by saying, “A couple of weeks, maybe? I’m hoping so.” Without Pietrus in the lineup, Boston has won seven of nine contests.

* For the third consecutive contest, Boston’s bullpen imploded, and Detroit’s offense exploded, as the Tigers defeated the Red Sox, 13-12 in 11 innings. Alex Avila hit a two-run home run in the 11th inning, which clinched the victory for the Motown local nine.

* The Red Sox will attempt to earn their first win of the 2012 season on Monday when they travel to Toronto to face the Blue Jays. Felix Doubront will get the start for Boston, and be opposed by Henderson Alvarez at 7:07pm.

* Finally, the Boston Bruins will begin their quest toward a seventh Stanley Cup trophy on Thursday when they host the Washington Capitals at 7:30pm.

Apr 8 2012

Recapping The Third Day Of Boston Red Sox Baseball (Links)

Alex Avila hit a two-run blast in the bottom half of the 11th, which helped Detroit sweep Boston on Sunday! (Photo Credit: TotalProSports.com)

By NoontimeSports.com 

The Boston-Detroit series ended in heartbreak, as the Tigers rallied to score three runs in the bottom of the 11th, which lifted them past the Red Sox, 13-12. Alex Avila‘s two-run blast provided Detroit their third consecutive win.

Here are some links and recaps from Sunday’s afternoon contest.

* After watching their third game conclude with a loss, Boston’s Bobby Valentine apparently is dazed and confused about his ball club.

* Against Boston on this particular date – Avila was the true hero for Detroit.

* Once again, WEEI’s Alex Speier writes about the Sox up and down bullpen that once again didn’t prevail.

* Comcast Sports New England provided an interesting piece about how the Sox blew two leads – one in the ninth and one in the 11th – which allowed the Tigers to win.

* The Detroit Free Press crafted a piece about the Tigers offense, which produced when it needed to.

* After three games – CBS Sports believes that Boston has a closer problem.

Apr 7 2012

Recapping The Second Day of Boston Red Sox Baseball (Links)

Should Sox fans be a tad bit concerned about their 0-2 start? (Photo Credit: SB Nation)

By NoontimeSports.com 

The Boston Red Sox second regular season contest is in the books. Detroit pounded Josh Beckett early and often on Saturday, as the Tigers routed the Sox, 10-0.

Here are some links, recaps and news from Saturday’s affair.

* The Tigers have two premiere studs on their team - Price Fielder and Miguel Cabrera - who are pretty darn good. And against the Sox, they assisted Detroit’s offense by providing some necessary runs.

* FoxSports.com provided an AP recap from Saturday’s contest, and it can be accessed by CLICKING HERE.

* After the game concluded, Beckett told the media that “the thumb is not an issue.” Although, despite that comment, shouldn’t Bostonians and New Englanders be a tad bit concerned about the teams’s second best pitcher?

* It’s only been two contests thus far, but according to one reporters – fans should be concerned about the Sox bullpen.

* ESPNBoston’s Gordon Edes crafted a great piece of why the Sox are in “danger of another slow start.”

Apr 6 2012

Recapping The First Day Of The Boston Red Sox Season (Links)

By NoontimeSports.com 

Game No. 1 of 162 is in the books, and while we’re  few days, weeks and months away from September and October, we thought that we’d dish out some interesting links and stories from the first day of the Boston Red Sox season.

* WEEI’s Alex Speier crafted an interesting piece about Bobby Valentine, and also what Red Sox Nation learned about their team on Thursday.

* According to an AP source – Detroit’s Jose Valverde was the culprit in the top half of the ninth inning.

* After one game against the Detroit Tigers – Boston Globe’s Tony Massarotti has already given up on the Red Sox bullpen.

* MassLive.com decided that after watching the Tigers defeat the Sox on Thursday, they’d issue some grades. Did your favorite player earn a high mark?

Apr 6 2012

Daily Noontime – April 6, 2012

Austin Jackson drove in the game-winning run in the bottom of the ninth, which helped Detroit defeat Boston on Opening Day! (Photo Credit: Nashua Telegraph)

By NoontimeSports.com 

It’s Friday, which means we’re a few hours away from a brand-spanking new weekend! So, let’s pass the time with some headlines and news from the city of champions…Boston!

* Despite a ninth inning rally to tie the game, Detroit’s Austin Jackson drove in the game winning run in the bottom half of the same frame, which helped the Tigers beat the Boston Red Sox on Opening Day, 3-2. Jon Lester lasted seven innings, and gave up six hits, one run and struck out four batters, while Justin Verlander recorded eight innings on the bump and fanned seven batters.

* Boston and Detroit will resume their three-game series on Saturday, Apr. 7 – first pitch is scheduled for 4:05pm.

* For the second night in a row, the Boston Celtics fell to a playoff contender, as the Chicago Bulls defeated the Green and White, 93-86. Paul Pierce paced the Celtics with 22 points, while Luol Deng led all scorers with 26 points.

* The Boston Celtics are now 30-24, and will attempt to snap their two-game losing skid on Saturday when they travel to Indiana for a 7:00pm tip-off.

* The Boston Bruins won their final regular season road contest on Thursday, as they defeated the Ottawa Senators, 3-1. Boston will return to the TD Garden on Saturday for their last contest of the 2011-12 slate against the Buffalo Sabres.

* Finally, FC Dallas handed the New England Revolution their third loss of the season, as they defeated the local soccer squad, 1-0.

Apr 5 2012

Are You Ready For Red Sox Baseball? Cast Your Vote!

By NoontimeSports.com

We’re a few hours away from the start of another Boston Red Sox season, and it’s expected to be wacky and wild campaign.

Bobby Valentine is amped about molding the local nine into champions, while various reports confirmed that Josh Beckett has begun contemplating surgery for his right thumb. However, the right-hander seems to be OK these days.

Dustin Pedroia told the Boston Globe on Wednesday, “We’re ready to go, ready to play hard. It’s a long year. We’ll find out what kind of a team we have through the grind of the season.”

And finally, fans are still pondering why “the greatest team” ever assembled finished the final month of the 2011 season with seven wins and 20 losses.

What are your thoughts on the upcoming season?

Do you see the Red Sox making the playoffs? Winning the division? Reaching the American League Championship?

Cast your vote below, and also, feel free to post comments about the team, too.

Apr 5 2012

Daily Noontime – April 5, 2012

Paul Pierce missed a game-winning shot on Wednesday, as San Antonio escaped with an 87-86 victory! (Photo Credit: Zimbio.net)

By NoontimeSports.com 

Happy Thursday to everyone, and welcome into yet another astounding rendition of the Daily Noontime! Let’s get this day started with some headlines and news from the Hub!

* The Boston Celtics six-game winning streak was snapped on Wednesday, as the San Antonio Spurs escaped with an 87-86 victory. The Green and White rallied during the final minute, but Paul Pierce missed a jump shot as time expired, which allowed the Spurs to walk off the TD Garden parquet with a victory.

* The Celtics will return to the hardwood on Thursday, as they’ll travel to Chicago for a 9:30pm tip-off. The Bulls currently reside atop the Eastern Conference standings, and have beaten the Celtics twice this season.

* Boston’s hockey team – the Bruins – will return to the ice for their second to last regular season game on Thursday when face-off against the Senators in Ottawa.

* According to reports – no news has been released in regards to Johnny Boychuk’s knee injury from Tuesday against the Pittsburgh Penguins. Boychuck left the game in the third period, and did not return for the remainder of the contest.

* Finally, the Boston Red Sox will play their first official regular season contest against the Tigers in Detroit on Thursday – first pitch is scheduled for 1:00pm – Jon Lester will oppose Justin Verlander.

Nov 16 2011

Daily Noontime — November 16, 2011

Coach K. has officially surpassed Bobby Knight as the winningest basketball coach in Division I NCAA Basketball!

Alright, it’s “hump day,” which means … the weekend is almost here, and the week is almost over, wahoo! Here’s some headlines, news and more, enjoy! 

Headlines: 

* Duke University’s Mike Krzyzewski officially became the winningest head coach in college basketball on Tuesday, as the Blue Devils beat Michigan State, 74-69.

* Houston Texans quarterback Matt Schaub recently admitted that he’s quite “bummed” about ending his season.

* With Schaub injured, could the Texans consider acquiring Brett Favre to their roster?

* Justin Verlander added some hardware to his collection on Tuesday, as he was named the American League Cy Young Award winner.

* The Boston Bruins stretched their winning streak to six games on Tuesday, as the Black and Gold defeated the New Jersey Devils, 4-3.

Games to Watch: 

* Carolina at Montreal (NHL) – 7:00pm eastern 

* New Jersey at Buffalo (NHL) – 7:30pm eastern 

* Chicago at Vancouver (NHL) – 10:00pm eastern 

Video of the Day: 

This is called breaking a world record – riding a 90 foot wave!