Peter Abraham
@peteabeglobe.bsky.social
Baseball columnist for The Boston Globe since 2019. Previous: Red Sox beat writer for the Globe (2010-18). Mets (2002-05) and Yankees (2006-09) for The Journal News. UConn men's hoops (1986-99) for the Norwich Bulletin. Native of New Bedford, Mass.
RHP Truman Pauley, one of the players the Mets traded for Luis Robert, pitched for Harvard from 2024-25.
January 21, 2026 at 4:28 AM
RHP Truman Pauley, one of the players the Mets traded for Luis Robert, pitched for Harvard from 2024-25.
"College" sports everybody!
Charles Bediako, a former Alabama basketball player, has sued the NCAA in an attempt to return to the floor for the rest of this season.
His basketball history includes:
◽️ Two seasons at Alabama (2021-2023)
◽️ Going undrafted in the 2023 NBA Draft
◽️ Various G League stints
His basketball history includes:
◽️ Two seasons at Alabama (2021-2023)
◽️ Going undrafted in the 2023 NBA Draft
◽️ Various G League stints
January 21, 2026 at 4:16 AM
"College" sports everybody!
Red Sox have completed their deal with Ranger Suarez and will introduce him tomorrow morning.
January 21, 2026 at 2:40 AM
Red Sox have completed their deal with Ranger Suarez and will introduce him tomorrow morning.
Andruw Jones predicted Kenley Jansen would be the next Hall of Famer from Curacao.
Jones, of course, is the first one.
Jones, of course, is the first one.
January 21, 2026 at 1:22 AM
Andruw Jones predicted Kenley Jansen would be the next Hall of Famer from Curacao.
Jones, of course, is the first one.
Jones, of course, is the first one.
Omar Vizquel reached 52.6 percent in 2020. Steady plunge to 18.4 percent with one year left.
January 20, 2026 at 11:50 PM
Omar Vizquel reached 52.6 percent in 2020. Steady plunge to 18.4 percent with one year left.
425 votes cast, up from 394 last year. Average of 5.77 per ballot. 11 blanks were cast.
A blank ballot is allowed. But with admission based on a percentage of votes, that's essentially voting against candidates.
To me, we're asked to vote for candidates, not against them.
A blank ballot is allowed. But with admission based on a percentage of votes, that's essentially voting against candidates.
To me, we're asked to vote for candidates, not against them.
January 20, 2026 at 11:45 PM
425 votes cast, up from 394 last year. Average of 5.77 per ballot. 11 blanks were cast.
A blank ballot is allowed. But with admission based on a percentage of votes, that's essentially voting against candidates.
To me, we're asked to vote for candidates, not against them.
A blank ballot is allowed. But with admission based on a percentage of votes, that's essentially voting against candidates.
To me, we're asked to vote for candidates, not against them.
Cole Hamels the only first-year candidate to move on. No surprise there.
January 20, 2026 at 11:38 PM
Cole Hamels the only first-year candidate to move on. No surprise there.
The Hall is often a process. Andruw Jones was at 19.4 percent after three years. Dustin Pedroia is at 20.7 percent after two.
It'll be interesting to see how his candidacy develops.
Pettitte gaining 20.6 percent and Hernandez 25.5 percent very notable, too.
It'll be interesting to see how his candidacy develops.
Pettitte gaining 20.6 percent and Hernandez 25.5 percent very notable, too.
January 20, 2026 at 11:32 PM
The Hall is often a process. Andruw Jones was at 19.4 percent after three years. Dustin Pedroia is at 20.7 percent after two.
It'll be interesting to see how his candidacy develops.
Pettitte gaining 20.6 percent and Hernandez 25.5 percent very notable, too.
It'll be interesting to see how his candidacy develops.
Pettitte gaining 20.6 percent and Hernandez 25.5 percent very notable, too.
Dustin Pedroia jumps from 11.9 percent to 20.7 percent.
January 20, 2026 at 11:22 PM
Dustin Pedroia jumps from 11.9 percent to 20.7 percent.
Carlos Beltrán and Andruw Jones are now Hall of Famers.
Manny Ramirez falls off the BBWAA ballot after 10 years.
Manny Ramirez falls off the BBWAA ballot after 10 years.
January 20, 2026 at 11:21 PM
Carlos Beltrán and Andruw Jones are now Hall of Famers.
Manny Ramirez falls off the BBWAA ballot after 10 years.
Manny Ramirez falls off the BBWAA ballot after 10 years.
Cliff Floyd interviewing Carlos Beltrán on MLB Network.
Beltrán joined the Mets in 2005. Fun team to cover with Cliff, Mike Cameron, Mike Piazza, Pedro Martinez, Tom Glavine, Jose Reyes, David Wright, etc. Only 83-79 though.
Beltrán joined the Mets in 2005. Fun team to cover with Cliff, Mike Cameron, Mike Piazza, Pedro Martinez, Tom Glavine, Jose Reyes, David Wright, etc. Only 83-79 though.
January 20, 2026 at 10:46 PM
Cliff Floyd interviewing Carlos Beltrán on MLB Network.
Beltrán joined the Mets in 2005. Fun team to cover with Cliff, Mike Cameron, Mike Piazza, Pedro Martinez, Tom Glavine, Jose Reyes, David Wright, etc. Only 83-79 though.
Beltrán joined the Mets in 2005. Fun team to cover with Cliff, Mike Cameron, Mike Piazza, Pedro Martinez, Tom Glavine, Jose Reyes, David Wright, etc. Only 83-79 though.
Reposted by Peter Abraham
Looking at our most-viewed stories on bostonglobe.com yesterday. Of the top 10, eight are sports -- six on the Pats, one on the Celtics, and one on the Sox. Nine different bylines (one story has two.)
Pretty decent sports town you've got here.
Pretty decent sports town you've got here.
January 20, 2026 at 4:27 PM
Looking at our most-viewed stories on bostonglobe.com yesterday. Of the top 10, eight are sports -- six on the Pats, one on the Celtics, and one on the Sox. Nine different bylines (one story has two.)
Pretty decent sports town you've got here.
Pretty decent sports town you've got here.
Latest in our "Around The Horn" series on the Red Sox roster is third base.
It's not Alex Bregman, that much is known. From there, it's uncertain:
www.bostonglobe.com/2026/01/19/s...
It's not Alex Bregman, that much is known. From there, it's uncertain:
www.bostonglobe.com/2026/01/19/s...
Signing Eugenio Suárez is easiest way to fill void at third base, but Marcelo Mayer is Red Sox’ best in-house option - The Boston Globe
The 34-year-old free agent slugger is the obvious pick from outside, but the talented Mayer might be the smarter choice.
www.bostonglobe.com
January 19, 2026 at 7:26 PM
Latest in our "Around The Horn" series on the Red Sox roster is third base.
It's not Alex Bregman, that much is known. From there, it's uncertain:
www.bostonglobe.com/2026/01/19/s...
It's not Alex Bregman, that much is known. From there, it's uncertain:
www.bostonglobe.com/2026/01/19/s...
Caleb Williams threw that pass with both feet in the air and two defenders in his face and it was a dime. That's some kind of arm strength.
The Texans-Patriots game was objectively a train wreck, result aside. But the NFL playoffs have generally been fantastic to watch this season.
The Texans-Patriots game was objectively a train wreck, result aside. But the NFL playoffs have generally been fantastic to watch this season.
January 19, 2026 at 3:56 PM
Caleb Williams threw that pass with both feet in the air and two defenders in his face and it was a dime. That's some kind of arm strength.
The Texans-Patriots game was objectively a train wreck, result aside. But the NFL playoffs have generally been fantastic to watch this season.
The Texans-Patriots game was objectively a train wreck, result aside. But the NFL playoffs have generally been fantastic to watch this season.
Condolences to the family and friends of Wilbur Wood. The Cambridge native died Saturday at 84. The knuckleballer played 17 seasons and won 164. games. The three-time All-Star was with the Red Sox from 1961-64 but had his most success with the White Sox.
www.baseball-reference.com/players/w/wo...
www.baseball-reference.com/players/w/wo...
www.baseball-reference.com
January 19, 2026 at 3:37 AM
Condolences to the family and friends of Wilbur Wood. The Cambridge native died Saturday at 84. The knuckleballer played 17 seasons and won 164. games. The three-time All-Star was with the Red Sox from 1961-64 but had his most success with the White Sox.
www.baseball-reference.com/players/w/wo...
www.baseball-reference.com/players/w/wo...
Understanding most people read our stuff on the web, the print Sunday Globe sports section has 26 staff bylines today. Great to see.
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January 18, 2026 at 7:57 PM
Understanding most people read our stuff on the web, the print Sunday Globe sports section has 26 staff bylines today. Great to see.
A digital subscription includes the tablet version of the last edition of the print paper. Easy to use, too.
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I will not be because it would be mostly cursing at the officials and yelling, "Come on, Drake!."
LFG!
LFG!
Follow the Globe’s live gameday coverage of Patriots-Texans! (I will be impersonating a football contributor as part of our coverage.) www.bostonglobe.com/2026/01/18/s...
The Patriots are facing the Texans and their No. 1 defense in the divisional round. Follow live updates. - The Boston Globe
Houston's fearsome defense allowed the fewest total yards and the second fewest points of any defense in the regular season.
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January 18, 2026 at 7:50 PM
I will not be because it would be mostly cursing at the officials and yelling, "Come on, Drake!."
LFG!
LFG!
RIP Judy Van Handle. She was first woman to become sports editor of the Massachusetts Daily Collegian and was a long-time member of the Globe staff.
January 18, 2026 at 3:56 PM
RIP Judy Van Handle. She was first woman to become sports editor of the Massachusetts Daily Collegian and was a long-time member of the Globe staff.
More here from @ken-rosenthal.bsky.social and @chandlerrome.bsky.social including Pressley's statement:
www.nytimes.com/athletic/697...
www.nytimes.com/athletic/697...
January 17, 2026 at 10:13 PM
More here from @ken-rosenthal.bsky.social and @chandlerrome.bsky.social including Pressley's statement:
www.nytimes.com/athletic/697...
www.nytimes.com/athletic/697...
Ryan Pressly announced his retirement after a 13-year career that included 117 saves, 47 postseason appearances, two All-Star Games, one WBC, and a ring with the 2022 Astros.
Red Sox drafted him in 2007. Rule 5 pick of the Twins in 2012 and he took off from there.
Good for him. Great career.
Red Sox drafted him in 2007. Rule 5 pick of the Twins in 2012 and he took off from there.
Good for him. Great career.
January 17, 2026 at 9:55 PM
Ryan Pressly announced his retirement after a 13-year career that included 117 saves, 47 postseason appearances, two All-Star Games, one WBC, and a ring with the 2022 Astros.
Red Sox drafted him in 2007. Rule 5 pick of the Twins in 2012 and he took off from there.
Good for him. Great career.
Red Sox drafted him in 2007. Rule 5 pick of the Twins in 2012 and he took off from there.
Good for him. Great career.
Jon Lester announced as a member of the Cubs Hall of Fame today — a week after he was named a Red Sox Hall of Famer.
January 17, 2026 at 4:49 PM
Jon Lester announced as a member of the Cubs Hall of Fame today — a week after he was named a Red Sox Hall of Famer.
A family of hitters: Red Sox prospect Mikey Romero is following the example set by his sisters. Enjoyed writing this for the Sunday Baseball Notes.
Plus plenty on the Sox and a lost World Series ring from 2004:
www.bostonglobe.com/2026/01/17/s...
Plus plenty on the Sox and a lost World Series ring from 2004:
www.bostonglobe.com/2026/01/17/s...
Red Sox prospect Mikey Romero can look to sisters’ softball success for inspiration - The Boston Globe
The 22-year-old infielder has two sisters starring in the Athletes Unlimited Softball League, and a third playing at the Division 1 college level.
www.bostonglobe.com
January 17, 2026 at 4:15 PM
A family of hitters: Red Sox prospect Mikey Romero is following the example set by his sisters. Enjoyed writing this for the Sunday Baseball Notes.
Plus plenty on the Sox and a lost World Series ring from 2004:
www.bostonglobe.com/2026/01/17/s...
Plus plenty on the Sox and a lost World Series ring from 2004:
www.bostonglobe.com/2026/01/17/s...
Baseball is settling all family business today as Realmuto returns to the Phillies.
January 16, 2026 at 6:40 PM
Baseball is settling all family business today as Realmuto returns to the Phillies.
It's funny that visiting teams had no gym at Fenway back then so they walked across the street to work out.
So much for revisiting the story about Bo Bichette's parents meeting at the old Gold's Gym on Lansdowne St. 😀
January 16, 2026 at 6:00 PM
It's funny that visiting teams had no gym at Fenway back then so they walked across the street to work out.