The 31-year-old Wacha, signed to a one-year deal last winter, is 8-1 with a 2.28 ERA and should receive a qualifying offer from Boston during the offseason.
Don Coulter
Jim Montgomery’s vision for Bruins coming into focus
The former University of Maine star is excited about entering his first season as Boston’s head coach.
Projecting the Patriots’ 53-man roster heading into the regular season
New England seems likely to open the season with three quarterbacks rather than to take a salary-cap hit by releasing Brian Hoyer.
Former Red Sox star Bill Lee resuscitated after collapsing at game
Lee, 75, had stopped breathing after collapsing in the bullpen during an exhibition game in Georgia.
QB Mac Jones sounds at peace with Patriots’ new offense
Mac Jones is playing a vital role as New England implements a new offense, and the second-year quarterback is pleased with his progress.
Wacha’s stellar return caps strong weekend for Red Sox pitchers
MIchael Wacha pitched seven shutout innings in his return from the IL in Boston’s win over New York on Sunday.
Birding: DDT is long gone, but a new class of insecticides poses dangers
Neuroactive insecticides are taking a toll on pollinators such as bees and butterflies, as well as having a negative impact on birds.
Hiking in Maine: Exploring Cobscook Shores in far Downeast Maine
Cobscook Shores’ parklands feature 15 miles of pristine shorefront and 16 miles of outstanding trails in Lubec and Whiting.
Nathan Eovaldi clearly isn’t right, but the Red Sox ace is making it work
Struggling to regain his velocity after a mid-season injury, Eovaldi turned in one of his gutsiest performances on Friday night against the Yankees.
James White has unique place in Patriots history
The fabulous third-down back was one of the unsung forces behind the team’s last two Super Bowl championships.