Before becoming an NFL star, A.J. Brown was Mississippi's top ranked outfielder. He and Bo Bichette faced 95 mph fastballs as teammates in the 2015 All-American Game at Wrigley Field. news sports entertainment obituaries subscribe

July 9, 2026 The MassLive Red Sox Newsletter Patriots Bo Bichette recalls playing baseball with ‘specimen’ A.J. Brown — and has unique way of keeping tabs on Patriots WR Before becoming an NFL star, A.J. Brown was Mississippi's top ranked outfielder. He and Bo Bichette faced 95 mph fastballs as teammates in the 2015 All-American Game at Wrigley Field. By Chris Mason | cmason@masslive.com Read more Red Sox Red Sox may have gotten lucky with two injured players Two Red Sox players were forced from the game in the third inning, but neither is expected to miss much time. By Sean McAdam | sean.mcadam@masslive.com MORE    Red Sox Why Red Sox manager Chad Tracy isn’t as surprised as others with rookie starter’s performance The Red Sox starting rotation is deep and talented. But right now, no one is throwing better than Jake Bennett. By Sean McAdam | sean.mcadam@masslive.com MORE    Red Sox Red Sox reactions: Fifth straight win comes at a cost with more injuries Boston remained undefeated on its road trip, but there were losses of another variety with some injuries. By Sean McAdam | sean.mcadam@masslive.com MORE    Red Sox Red Sox lose two infielders mid-game to injury In the span of a few minutes Wednesday night, the Red Sox lost half their infield to injury. By Sean McAdam | sean.mcadam@masslive.com MORE    Red Sox Red Sox weighing various pitching options for Saturday, including veteran starter now in Worcester If Ranger Suarez isn't healthy enough to take his next turn Saturday in New York, the Red Sox will have some contingency plans in place. By Sean McAdam | sean.mcadam@masslive.com MORE    See more     Unlimited Digital Access to MassLive․com   $1 for 3 months   Subscribe Now   Cancel anytime.