Baseball news: With signings, Red Sox put pressure on Yanks
The Red Sox have apparently put the hurt on the Rangers’ quest for free-agent left-hander Cliff Lee — and there have been precious few mentions of Boston even being in the running for him. A day after offering Lee a six-year, 0 million deal, the Yankees sweetened their offer by guaranteeing a seventh year.
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Celtics Not Ready to Call Knicks ‘Rivals’ Despite New York’s Win Streak
Celtics captain Paul Pierce was surprised on Tuesday morning to be asked for his feelings on the basketball “rivalry” between New York and Boston.
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Red Sox reportedly give dangerous outfielder Crawford 2 million for seven years
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – Outfielder Carl Crawford has reached a preliminary agreement with the Boston Red Sox on a 2 million, seven-year contract, a person familiar with the negotiations told The .
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