Nobody wants to hear about your diet or your favorite sports teams, Travis Barrett writes.
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Sidelines: A Christmas sports wish list, in Maine and abroad
Columnist Dave Dyer produces his wishes for the sports world entering 2022.
Sidelines: In opener, Flagg twins prove they’re the real deal
In first high school game, Cooper and Ace Flagg show they’re worth the hype, Drew Bonifant writes.
Sidelines: Riding the highs and lows of professional wrestling
After a successful year in the squared circle, columnist Dave Dyer finishes it recovering from surgery.
Sidelines: David Ortiz presents a dilemma for Hall of Fame voters
Red Sox slugger is tied to baseball lore, but his inclusion would require voters to think differently, Drew Bonifant writes.
Sidelines: Championship Saturday brings COVID-affected football season to the finish line
Cancellations and cases had sport on thin ice, but football’s return went the distance, Drew Bonifant writes.
Sidelines: Arrival of Fuller Field a breakthrough for both Cony and the Augusta area
New turf field helps central Maine area catch up on the sports map, Drew Bonifant writes.
Sidelines: For first time in 20 years, World Wrestling Entertainment has real competition
With a growing roster, All Elite Wrestling is ready to give pro wrestling’s biggest company a run for its money.
Sidelines: In releasing Cam Newton, Bill Belichick makes the most surprising move of his New England Patriots tenure
Longtime coach has shown a penchant for unpredictability, but he outdoes himself this time, Drew Bonifant writes.
Sidelines: There’s a right way and a wrong way to win an Oxford 250
Cassius Clark ends ‘250’ winless streak thanks to a great deal of respect, Travis Barrett writes.