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The Independent Student Newspaper at Boston University.

The Daily Free Press

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7th Inning Stretch: Breaking down a momentous trade that should have never happened

7th Inning Stretch: Breaking down a momentous trade that should have never happened

Jacob Gurvis February 12, 2020

It finally happened. After months of rumors and a hectic week of conflicting reports, the Boston Red Sox have traded star outfielder Mookie Betts and former Cy Young award winner David Price to the Los...

Between the Lines: The first Red Sox-Yankees series could change the narrative in the AL East

Between the Lines: The first Red Sox-Yankees series could change the narrative in the AL East

Michael Alcaraz April 9, 2018
Entering the year, the New York Yankees were heavy favorites to win the division, and many questioned the Boston Red Sox after last season’s quick playoff exit. Even though it seems the narrative is shifting in the Red Sox’s favor early on, we have to remember there are 162 games.
7th Inning Stretch: Farewell, Farrell

7th Inning Stretch: Farewell, Farrell

Jacob Gurvis October 18, 2017

A World Series championship. Three division titles in five years, including two in a row. Sixth all-time in games managed and wins. Consecutive 93-win seasons. Does this sound like the resume of...

7th Inning Stretch: 2017 Red Sox season preview

7th Inning Stretch: 2017 Red Sox season preview

Jacob Gurvis March 30, 2017

Believe it or not, we are just days away from Opening Day 2017. Can you smell the Fenway Franks yet? In this preview, I will break down each position and lay out some predictions. Catcher Last...

Stick to Sports: After Sale trade, In Dave We Trust?

Stick to Sports: After Sale trade, In Dave We Trust?

Marisa Ingemi December 9, 2016

Trader Dave is at it again. When Dave Dombrowski took the reigns of the Red Sox baseball operations in August 2015, big moves were expected. In the aftermath of the Drew Pomeranz trade at this past...

Stick to Sports: What’s next for the Red Sox?

Stick to Sports: What’s next for the Red Sox?

Marisa Ingemi November 22, 2016

The Boston Red Sox certainly have a lot to address. After going from worst to first in the AL East this year, the Red Sox made an early exit from the postseason after an ALDS loss to the Cleveland...

Going For Two: How the Division Series should shape up

Going For Two: How the Division Series should shape up

David Souza October 5, 2016

It’s everyone’s favorite time of year -- postseason baseball. With the 2016 MLB postseason now upon us, it’s time to look forward and see who will be one step closer to hoisting the Commissioner’s...

The Beantown Buzz: The Red Sox and the balancing act of staying competitive

The Beantown Buzz: The Red Sox and the balancing act of staying competitive

Chris Picher September 19, 2016

The trademark of any great sports franchise will always be defined by sustained longevity. Repeated success is found on the ever-delicate balance beam of the “win now” mentality and the development...

The Boston Celtics had a promising season last year, finishing as the 5th seed in the Eastern Conference. PHOTO COURTESY WIKIMEDIA COMMONS

Your guide to sports in Beantown

Nick Neville June 7, 2016

With nine major championships since the year 2000, Boston continues to solidify itself as one of the premier sports cities in the nation. The Red Sox, Celtics, Bruins and Patriots continue to elevate Boston...

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