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Rangers OT Goal Forces Game 5 Back in Boston

Chris Kreider steered in a pass from Rick Nash 7:03 into overtime, and the New York Rangers stayed alive in the Stanley Cup playoffs with a 4-3 victory over the Boston Bruins on Thursday night.

Francona Enjoys Return to Fenway as Indians Hammer Sox

Drew Stubbs and Mark Reynolds drove in three runs each and Cleveland had 16 hits in the Indians' 12-3 win over the Boston Red Sox in manager Terry Francona's return to Fenway Park on Thursday night.

Penguins Beat P-Bruins as Warwick's John Hynes Coaches Wilkes-Barre to next round Video included

Warwick native John Hynes coaches his Wilkes-Barre Scranton Penguins into the Eastern Conference Final by blanking the P-Bruins in game 7 Wednesday.

Hynes talks about the victory.

Hendricken Beats NK, EG Downs Prout in Boys Lacrosse Quarterfinals Video included

Hendricken defeated North Kingstown, 17 to 3 to advance to the boys Division 1 semifinals in lacrosse.

In Division II, two-time defending state champion East Greenwich beat Prout 12 to 2 to advance to the semifinals.

Nick Price Returns for CVS Caremark Charity Classic

CVS Caremark Charity Classic co-hosts Brad Faxon and Billy Andrade today unveiled the final four professionals participating in the 15th anniversary of the charity golf tournament scheduled for June 23-25 at Rhode Island Country Club.  Rising stars Michael Thompson, Russell Henley and Bo Van Pelt along with golf great Nick Price complete the strong field.

PawSox Batted Around by Bats at Louisville

After a long day traveling from McCoy Stadium to Louisville Slugger Field, the Pawtucket Red Sox endured an even longer night, falling to the Louisville Bats, 10-0, in Thursday's opener of an eight-day road trip.

Great P-Bruins Season Comes to a Screeching Halt in Game 7 Video included

The Providence Bruins season came to an end Wednesday night as they fell to the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins 5-0 in game 7 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals.

Pats Claim Former Charger Kevin Haslam off Waivers

The New England Patriots announced that they have claimed T Kevin Haslam off waivers from the San Diego Chargers. In addition, the Patriots released rookie OL R.J. Mattes.

PC's Kris Dunn Invited to Under 19-World Championships Camp Video included

It was announced today (May 22) that Providence College sophomore guard Kris Dunn (New London, Conn.) was one of 24 players invited to the 2013 USA Basketball Men's U19 World Championship Team training camp.

PawSox Bowl to Help Fight Childhood Cancer Video included

The PawSox helped fight childhood cancer in a big bowling fundraiser at East Providence Bowl.

ABC6 cameras were there as Manager Gary DiSarcina and 24 members of the team and front office helped raise money for the Tomorrow Fund.

 

Newport Tennis Hall of Fame Museum Wins Highest Achievement Award

The International Tennis Hall of Fame & Museum has achieved accreditation from the American Alliance of Museums (AAM), which is the highest professional achievement in the museum industry.

Golf adopts rule to ban anchored putting stroke

Golf's governing bodies approved a rule Tuesday that outlaws the putting stroke used by four of the last six major champions, a move opposed by two major golf organizations that contend long putters are not hurting the game.

Agent: No more forearm surgery likely for Gronk

Rob Gronkowski's agent says the tight end's latest surgery is expected to be the last on his forearm.

Bruschi elected to Patriots team Hall of Fame

Tedy Bruschi has been elected by fans to the New England Patriots team Hall of Fame.

P-Bruins Forced to a Game 7 Video included

The Providence Bruins fell to the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins 2-1 in overtime Monday evening at the Dunkin' Donuts Center.

Tolman Beats N. Smithfield in Battle of top D-II Volleyball Teams Video included

Tolman and North Smithfield faced each other in a showdown of the top two teams in Division II in volleyball.  The Tigers held off the Northmen, 3 games to 2.

Bradley Homers, but PawSox Lose

The Indianapolis Indians jumped out to a big first inning lead off knuckleballer Steven Wright on the way to an 8-4 victory over the Pawtucket Red Sox on Monday at McCoy Stadium.

Bruins Jump Out to 2-0 Lead on Rangers

Johnny Boychuk broke a tie midway through the second period, and the Boston Bruins scored two goals in the third to beat the New York Rangers 5-2 on Sunday and take a 2-0 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinal series.

Peter Uihlein takes Madeira Islands

SANTO ANTONIO DA SERRA, Portugal -- American Peter Uihlein won the Madeira Islands Open on Sunday in his 16th European Tour start for his first professional title, closing with a

Webster Wins Duel of top Prospects

What was expected to be a pitcher's duel Sunday between two of the mostly highly-touted right-handers in the minor leagues lived up to its billing; for three innings.

P-Bruins Fall To Penguins, Game 6 Monday in Providence

The Providence Bruins fell to the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins 4-0 Saturday evening. 

Tolman Downs North Smithfield In Extras Video included

Chris Baldwin delivered the game-winning RBI single in the top of the 8th inning as Tolman Beat North Smithfield 2-1 on Saturday.

Bailey Throws For PawSox in Loss Video included

In a matchup of two postseason clubs from 2012, the Indianapolis Indians continued the best start in franchise history with Saturday's 6-3 victory over the Pawtucket Red Sox in front on 6,603 at McCoy Stadium.

PawSox Host Youth Clinic Video included

The PawSox are pleased to once again present four PawSox Free Youth Clinics at McCoy Stadium. Sponsored by Citizens Bank and ABC 6, the traditional clinics are free of charge and are open to youngsters of all ages.

Bruins connect with Army Rangers in playoff push

In the corner of the Boston Bruins' locker room, hanging from the hooks in Andrew Ference's stall, is a yellow running singlet with the team's ''Spoked B'' logo on the front.

Cranston West Sweeps Classical in Boys Volleyball Video included

Cranston West swept three games from Classical in boys volleyball.  The Falcons push their record to 11 and 4.

South Kingstown Lacrosse Player Gets Surprise Prom Invite from Press Box Video included

Senior night turned into something extra special for Michaela Lawlor at South Kingstown.  Halftime of her lacrosse game was interrupted by a special Prom announcement from the Press Sox.

Patriots Sign Second Round Pick Jamie Collins

The New England Patriots announced today the signing of second-round draft choice LB Jamie Collins and seventh-round draft choice LB Steve Beauharnais (bo-HARR-ness). Terms of the contracts were not disclosed.

LaSalle Beats Barrington in Boys Lacrosse to Finish Unbeaten Regular Season Video included

Senior night was special for Brady O'Donnell and the LaSalle lacrosse team.  Brady scored five goals and added four assists in helping the Rams beat Barrington 18 to 9.  The defending state champs finish the regular season unbeaten as they head to the playoffs.

Coventry Remains RI's Only Unbeaten Volleyball Team Video included

The Coventry Oakers swept three games from the Pilgrim Patriots to remain the state's only unbeaten volleyball team.  The Oakers pushed their record to 12 and 0.

Bergeron A Finalist For Top Defensive Forward

The NHL announced today, May 15, that Boston Bruins
forward Patrice Bergeron is one of three finalists for the 2013 Frank J.
Selke Trophy.

CVS Charity Classic Adds Four More Stars

The CVS Caremark Charity Classic has added four more PGA TOUR and Champions Tour professionals to its 2013 roster: Louis Oosthuizen, Bill Haas, Jeff Sluman and Fuzzy Zoeller.

NK Boys Beat Hendricken in Volleyball, Wheeler Defeats PCK in Lacrosse Video included

The North Kingstown Skippers lost the first game but won the next three to defeat Hendricken 3 to 1.

And in boys lacrosse, the Wheeler boys held off PCD, 10 to 9 in overtime.

Hawks Ground Rams, SK Beats EG in Baseball, Lincoln Over NK in Softball Video included

The Hendricken Hawks beat LaSalle 4 to 1 to stay unbeaten in the highly anticpated Division 1 showdown.

In Division 1-South, South Kingstown shutout East Greenwich 3 to 0 in a battle of top teams.

In girls softball, defending champion Lincoln remained unbeaten by defeating North Kingstown 3 to 2 in 8 innings.

Bruins and Leafs will play Game 7

Captain Dion Phaneuf and Phil Kessel scored third-period goals and the Toronto Maple Leafs edged the Boston Bruins 2-1 Sunday to send their playoff series back to Boston for Game 7.

No. 1 seed Syracuse rallies past Bryant 12-7

Dylan Donahue scored three goals as top-seeded Syracuse overcame a big early deficit and beat Bryant 12-7 on Sunday night in the first round of the NCAA Division I men's lacrosse tournament.

PawSox Winning Streak Ends at 6

Despite a promising start, the Pawtucket Red Sox saw their six-game winning streak end Sunday at Charlotte, where the Knights rallied for a 6-4 victory in front of 3,144.

Husband and Wife Shine at Rhode Race Marathon Video included

Katie Moulton won the women's marathon nd her husband, Patrick, finished second in the men's.

PC Recruits in Providence Tournament Video included

One of the largest aau basketball tournaments in New England was in Providence this weekend, and it was loaded with division one talent.

P-Bruins Takes 2-0 Lead Over Penguins Video included

- Jamie Tardif scored two goals for the second straight night and Niklas Svedberg made 38 saves as the Providence Bruins defeated the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins 4-2 Saturday at the Dunkin Donuts Center.

PawSox Win 6th Straight

With a right-left combination of Rubby De La Rosa and Chris Hernandez, the Pawtucket Red Sox completed their first shutout victory of the season with a two-hitter in Saturday's 4-0 win over the Charlotte before 8,802 at Knights Stadium.

Lind's solo homer lifts Jays past Red Sox, 3-2

The Associated PressLind's solo homer lifts Jays past Red Sox, 3-2       BOSTON (AP) _ Adam Lind hit a tiebreaking homer off Boston closer Junichi Tazawa leading off the ninth inning to lift the Toronto

Unified Basketball Wraps Another Season Video included

The RIIL unified basketball league finished another successful season on Satuday at Hendricken High School.

Boston's Joel Hanrahan needs season-ending surgery

Red Sox closer Joel Hanrahan needs season-ending surgery on his right forearm.

Pats Roster Loaded With Rutgers Players

We may as well start calling them the New England Scarlet Knights.

Bob Socci Named Play-By-Play Announcer For The New England Patriots

Veteran sportscaster and play-by-play broadcaster Bob Socci has been named the radio play-by-play announcer for the New England Patriots on 98.5 The Sports Hub (WBZ-FM)

Fowler, Watson Headline CVS Charity Classic Field

Brad Faxon and Billy Andrade, PGA TOUR professionals and co-hosts of the CVS Caremark Charity Classic, today unveiled some of the golf greats who will be playing in the 15th annual event this June.

Faxon and Sluman win Legends of Golf team event

After finishing second twice, Jeff Sluman finally won the Liberty Mutual Insurance Legends of Golf with a new teammate.

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