Despite his failures, Boston’s deposed baseball boss had a loyal following, which leaves Dave Bailey scratching his head.
David Bailey
Staff Writer
David Bailey is a Maine native who joined the Central Maine Newspapers sports staff in August 2022 after three years on the news desk (where he continues to contribute). From 2003-19, David was the sports night editor at the Valley News, nestled on the Connecticut River between New Hampshire and Vermont. David, who grew up in Yarmouth and graduated from the University of Maine, lives in Augusta with his cat, Rufus, and chips away toward completing his 1973 Topps baseball set.
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Local roundup: Erskine boys rally past Waterville
Holden McKenney scores four goals for the Eagles.
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Torie Tibbetts scores twice for the Bulldogs.
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Local roundup: Skowhegan girls soccer wins season opener
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