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Dominic Smith of the Atlanta Braves scores after a throwing error by Owen Caissie.

Oh No! Outfielders Have Forgotten How To Play Defense!

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Boston, MA - November 12: Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla high fives guard Payton Pritchard in the second quarter. The Celtics played the Memphis Grizzlies at TD Garden on November 12, 2025. (Photo by Danielle Parhizkaran/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)

Boston Sports Franchise Removes The Phrase “White Power” From Its Website

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Max Verstappen on the podium with both pieces of his trophy

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