Alex Barth

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Writer and Digital Producer at WBZ-FM (Boston, MA)

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Initial timeline reported following Jahlani Tavai's OTA injury

4 days ago | 985thesportshub.com | Alex Barth

Home/NFLNFLDuring Monday’s New England Patriots OTA practice, linebacker Jahlani Tavai suffered what looked to be a potentially serious injury. Tavai went down away from the ball, and practice was stopped…Alex BarthUpdated Jun 3, 2025 2:27 PM EDTFOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS – NOVEMBER 17: Jahlani Tavai #48 of the New England Patriots looks on during the game against the Los Angeles Rams at Gillette Stadium on November 17, 2024 in Foxborough, Massachusetts.
David Andrews included a unique thank-you in his retirement speech

4 days ago | 985thesportshub.com | Alex Barth

Home/NFLNFLDuring his retirement speech longtime New England Patriots center David Andrews thanked the game of football itself. Alex BarthUpdated Jun 3, 2025 2:08 PM EDTFOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS – SEPTEMBER 17: David Andrews #60 of the New England Patriots lines up against the Miami Dolphins at Gillette Stadium on September 17, 2023 in Foxborough, Massachusetts.
How Drake Maye is handling one of the biggest adjustments to Josh McDaniels' offense

4 days ago | 985thesportshub.com | Alex Barth

Home/NFLNFLPrior to Monday’s New England Patriots OTA practice, Josh McDaniels gave an update on how QB Drake Maye is handling his new pre-snap responsibilities. Alex BarthUpdated Jun 3, 2025 12:56 PM EDTPatriots quarterback Drake Maye on first day of training camp in July 2024.
Patriots coaches 'not concerned' about Stefon Diggs' focus as Diggs returns to practice

4 days ago | 985thesportshub.com | Alex Barth

Home/NFLNFLAfter a wild week last week, Stefon Diggs returned to the field for the New England Patriots during OTAs on Monday. Alex BarthUpdated Jun 2, 2025 8:18 PM EDTStefon Diggs working with Ja’Lynn Polk at New England Patriots OTAs.Alex Barth/98.5 The Sports HubFor over a week now Stefon Diggs has been the New England Patriots' most-talked-about player - and that's with him not even stepping on the field in Foxborough.
Patriots OTA Notebook: Diggs returns, Maye's best day

4 days ago | 985thesportshub.com | Alex Barth

Home/NFLNFLThe week in Foxborough began with another OTA practice at Gillette Stadium for the New England Patriots. This was their seventh of nine OTA practices overall, and third and final…Alex BarthUpdated Jun 2, 2025 3:38 PM EDTStefon Diggs runs a route at New England Patriots OTA practice at Gillette Stadium. Alex Barth/98.5 The Sports HubThe week in Foxborough began with another OTA practice at Gillette Stadium for the New England Patriots.
Red Sox call up two player in series of Sunday roster moves

6 days ago | 985thesportshub.com | Alex Barth

Home/MLBMLBThe Red Sox made a series of roster moves on Sunday. Alex BarthUpdated Jun 1, 2025 12:52 PM EDTMar 4, 2025; Bradenton, Florida, USA; Boston Red Sox right fiedler Nate Eaton (40) hits a grand slam during the fifth inning against the Pittsburgh Pirates at LECOM Park. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn ImagesKim Klement Neitzel-Imagn ImagesPrior to their series finale against the Atlanta Braves on Sunday, the Boston Red Sox made a series of roster moves.
Veteran Red Sox reliever heading back to IL

1 week ago | 985thesportshub.com | Alex Barth

Home/MLBMLBThe Boston Red Sox are placing veteran relief pitcher Liam Hendriks on the IL due to hernias. It’s the second IL stint of the year for him. Alex BarthUpdated May 30, 2025 3:48 PM EDTMay 21, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Liam Hendriks (31) pitches against the New York Mets during the sixth inning at Fenway Park.
Wednesday practice included update on Patriots top safeties

1 week ago | 985thesportshub.com | Alex Barth

Home/PatriotsPatriotsWhere do things stand with the New England Patriots’ top safeties during spring practices? Alex BarthUpdated May 29, 2025 1:38 PM EDTDec 15, 2024; Glendale, Arizona, USA; New England Patriots safety Kyle Dugger (23) against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn ImagesMark J. Rebilas-Imagn ImagesLast year the safety position was supposed to be one of the driving forces of the New England Patriots' defense.
David Andrews to announce retirement from NFL

1 week ago | rock929rocks.com | Alex Barth

Longtime New England Patriots center David Andrews will officially retire from the NFL next week. The team announced on Wednesday they'll be holding a retirement press conference for him on Monday. Andrews, who turns 33 next month, was released by the Patriots back in March. At the time, it was unclear whether or not he would look to play elsewhere or retire.
David Andrews to announce retirement from NFL

1 week ago | 985thesportshub.com | Alex Barth

Home/NFLNFLFormer New England Patriots center David Andrews will announce his retirement from the NFL next week. Alex BarthUpdated May 28, 2025 6:00 PM EDTDec 17, 2023; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; New England Patriots center David Andrews (60) warms up before a game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-USA TODAY SportsEric Canha-USA TODAY SportsLongtime New England Patriots center David Andrews will officially retire from the NFL next week.