WBZ-FM (Boston, MA)

WBZ-FM, also referred to as "98.5 The Sports Hub," is a sports radio station that operates at 98.5 MHz in Boston, Massachusetts. It is owned by Beasley Media Group, LLC and has been on the air since August 13, 2009. This station is the official broadcaster for the Boston Bruins, New England Patriots, Boston Celtics, and New England Revolution. The studio is based in Waltham, Massachusetts, while its transmitter is situated in Newton.

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How spring practices set the stage for Patriots position battles in training camp

1 day ago | 985thesportshub.com | Alex Barth

Home/NFLNFLWhat did this year’s spring practices teach us about where things stand with different New England Patriots’ position battles? Alex BarthUpdated Jun 18, 2025 9:43 AM EDTJun 9, 2025; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots guard Layden Robinson (64) does a drill with offensive tackle Caedan Wallace (70) during minicamp at Gillette Stadium.
Brad Marchand wins Stanley Cup with Panthers

1 day ago | 985thesportshub.com | Ty Anderson

Home/NHLNHLMarchand was a key contributor on the way to Florida’s second straight Stanley Cup championshipTy AndersonUpdated Jun 18, 2025 12:19 AM EDTSUNRISE, FLORIDA – JUNE 17: Brad Marchand #63 of the Florida Panthers kisses the Stanley Cup after defeating the Edmonton Oilers in Game Six of the 2025 Stanley Cup Final at Amerant Bank Arena on June 17, 2025 in Sunrise, Florida. (Photo by Mike Carlson/Getty Images)Bruins legend Brad Marchand never wanted to leave Boston.
Bruins announce initial roster, schedule for 2025 development camp

2 days ago | 985thesportshub.com | Ty Anderson

Home/NHLNHLThe Bruins are getting back on the ice in just a few weeks. Ty AndersonUpdated Jun 17, 2025 2:08 PM EDTLAS VEGAS, NEVADA – JUNE 28: Dean Letourneau is selected by the Boston Bruins with the 25th overall pick during the first round of the 2024 Upper Deck NHL Draft at Sphere on June 28, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Red Sox cite issues with 'alignment' and 'vision' leading to Rafael Devers trade

2 days ago | 985thesportshub.com | Alex Barth

Home/MLBMLBWhat Red Sox CEO and president Sam Kennedy and chief baseball officer Craig Breslow said led to the Rafael Devers trade. Alex BarthUpdated Jun 16, 2025 11:40 PM EDTDec 9, 2024; Dallas, TX, USA; Boston Red Sox chief baseball officer Craig Breslow speaks with the mediaat the Hilton Anatole during the 2024 MLB Winter Meetings.
Sports Hub Underground: How will the Bruins build the roster back up under Marco Sturm?

3 days ago | 985thesportshub.com | Matt Dolloff |Ty Anderson

Home/NHLNHLThe Bruins still have a lot of work to do, even after hiring a new head coach and making a trade. Matt Dolloff / Ty AndersonUpdated Jun 16, 2025 6:26 PM EDTMarco Sturm was formally introduced as the 30th head coach in Bruins history on Tuesday, June 10, 2025. Photo by Jake Seymour/98.5 The Sports HubMatt & Ty are back with a new episode focusing on recent Bruins offseason news and the Stanley Cup Final.
Patriots hire Cam McCormick after 9-year college football career

3 days ago | 985thesportshub.com | Alex Barth

Home/NFLNFLThe New England Patriots have hired nine-year college football veteran Cam McCormick as a scouting assistant. Alex BarthUpdated Jun 16, 2025 1:40 PM EDTSep 27, 2024; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Miami Hurricanes tight end Cam McCormick (84) looks on from the line of scrimmage against the Virginia Tech Hokies during the fourth quarter at Hard Rock Stadium.
First three Bruins reps named to 2026 Olympics

3 days ago | 985thesportshub.com | Ty Anderson

Home/NHLNHLThree Bruins were named as part of their country’s ‘Olympic Six’ on Monday. Ty AndersonUpdated Jun 16, 2025 1:33 PM EDTBOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS – DECEMBER 03: Pavel Zacha #18 of the Boston Bruins celebrates with John Beecher #19, and Charlie McAvoy #73 after scoring the game winning goal during overtime against the Detroit Red Wings at TD Garden on December 03, 2024 in Boston, Massachusetts. The Boston Bruins defeat the Detroit Red Wings 3-2.
Which Patriots players helped their roster chances the most this spring?

3 days ago | 985thesportshub.com | Alex Barth

Home/NFLNFLFor players on the bubble, a roster spot can’t really be won or lost during spring practices. It’s such a limited setting (non-padded practices, generally focus on lower-tempo, install sessions)…Alex BarthUpdated Jun 16, 2025 12:47 AM EDTJun 9, 2025; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots wide receiver Efton Chism III (86) runs after the catch during minicamp at Gillette Stadium.
It won't be long until the Red Sox see the recently-traded Rafael Devers again

4 days ago | 985thesportshub.com | Alex Barth

Home/UncategorizedUncategorizedThe Boston Red Sox will play Rafael Devers’ new team soon – they visit the San Francisco Giants this weekend as part of a West Coast road trip. Alex BarthUpdated Jun 15, 2025 8:23 PM EDTATLANTA, GEORGIA – JUNE 01: Rafael Devers #11 of the Boston Red Sox reacts after their 3-1 win over the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park on June 01, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)Kevin C.
Bruins sign newly-acquired defenseman to deal

5 days ago | 985thesportshub.com | Ty Anderson

Home/NHLNHLThe Bruins have signed Soderstrom less than 24 hours after acquiring him from the Blackhawks. Ty AndersonUpdated Jun 14, 2025 1:51 PM EDTGLENDALE, ARIZONA – JANUARY 17: Victor Soderstrom #77 of the Arizona Coyotes warms up before the NHL game against the Montreal Canadiens at Gila River Arena on January 17, 2022 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)On Friday, the Bruins acquired the rights to defenseman Victor Soderstrom from the Blackhawks.