Howard Bryant
Seasons change in a matter of minutes
The Rays were done. The Red Sox had survived. And then suddenly, in a dizzying few minutes, all that changed.
Perspective on a team in transition
Red Sox's true feelings on David Ortiz will become clear after the season.
His fight with Father Time leaves scars
Chronicle of David Ortiz's start shows player struggling with baseball mortality.
Friday offers 3 games, 3 storylines that remind us why we love sports.
Rays make a statement at Fenway
Four-game sweep makes you wonder whether Sox can keep up with Rays.
First chapter a compelling read
First chapter of Red Sox-Yankees in 2010 a compelling read.
Opening act sets storylines in motion
The Red Sox-Yankees opening act sets the season's storylines in motion.
Yankees-Red Sox rivalry renewed
The names and fortunes of the Yankees and Red Sox may change, but a new season renews the biggest rivalry in baseball, Howard Bryant writes.
Magic, Bird were more than rivals
Thirty years ago, when Magic Johnson and Larry Bird dominated basketball, race was a fiery, important subtext for the game and the country.
Back to reality for Boston fans
After a decade of riches in Boston, a market correction seems inevitable.
Patriots' mystique is shattered
After their playoff exit, it's clear the Pats have been knocked off their perch.
Wes Welker's injury shows how fragile success in sports can be.
Emboldened critics target Moss
The Patriots' newfound vulnerability has opponents lining up to take their shots. This week, Randy Moss is the target.
Harsh reality is Patriots are rebuilding
The rebuilding Patriots are going through growing pains.
Tide turning on perception of Patriots?
Belichick's 4th-down call latest in a troubling trend for Pats on the big stage.
Can Red Sox afford not to spend?
Will Red Sox fans accept a rebuilding phase?
Red Sox will never be the same
From 2003 to 2007, the Red Sox were legendary. But that team as we knew it is a memory now.
Ortiz moves on, but questions remain
David Ortiz has moved on from the PED scandal, but larger questions still remain.
It wasn't always pretty, but Tom Brady helped lift the Patriots past the Bills.
A city of passion, history, influence
Howard Bryant says when you add up all the ingredients, it's clear why Boston is a sports power.