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Andre Gasseau suffered an injury that kept him out of the Boston College lineup from early November until January 16. Since returning, the Boston Bruins prospect has contributed immediately offensively. In the Eagles’ 5-1 win over Harvard on Monday, Gasseau registered two assists. Upon his return to action, Gasseau has scored two goals and four assists. The senior forward notched his 100th career point at BC on Monday as well. The 2021 seventh-round draft pick accomplished the feat in 123 NCAA games. This season, Gasseau has contributed four goals and nine assists and is eligible to sign an entry-level contract…

The 2026 Winter Olympics are coming up very soon, which means there will be a new group of athletes that will compete, win medals and be paid.However, Olympians aren’t usually paid in a traditional way such as a salaried or hourly worker is paid.Some Olympic athletes are paid for their accomplishments at the games, depending on the country they represent.Here is how much Olympians earn depending on what nation they represent.How much do Olympic athletes get paid?Olympic athletes are not paid by the International Olympic Committee (IOC), but are instead paid by their respective countries.The IOC, instead, redistributes its funding…

The governments of Massachusetts and Nova Scotia signed an agreement Wednesday formalizing a partnership to develop offshore wind in their respective regions and share knowledge, workforce, ports and, potentially, the wind-generated energy itself.   The memorandum of understanding, signed by Gov. Maura Healey and Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston, establishes the North Atlantic neighbors as leaders in offshore wind that have something to offer one another.  “We have this recipe of deep industrial ports, supply chain investment, trained workers and strong coastal winds,” said Healey, donning a red pantsuit in the same shade of the Canadian flag.  “Whatever actions may or may not…

CHESTNUT HILL, Mass. – Boston College freshman forward Ava Thomas was named the Hockey East Rookie of the Month for January, as announced by the league office.Thomas paced Hockey East in assists (8), points (13) and shots on goal (74) over eight games during the month. She recorded multiple points in five contests and averaged more than nine shots per game. Her standout performance came on Jan. 16, when she posted a six-point effort with two goals and four assists in an 8-2 victory.Overall, Thomas currently leads Hockey East in total points (39) and conference points (27), ranking among the…

The New England Patriots are once again in the Super Bowl against a familiar foe. The team, led by former Patriot Mike Vrabel, will be taking on the Seattle Seahawks in a rematch of Super Bowl XLIX. New England fans are ready to root for their team to win the championship once again.However, one former player of theirs has taken a neutral stance on the Super Bowl: none other than Patriots legend Tom Brady. Brady, who’s now a commentator on FOX and part-owner of the Las Vegas Raiders, said that he didn’t have a dog in the fight between New…

The BriefCritics blasting the transfer portal helped create the system themselves by dismantling the NCAA’s amateur model in court.Players are now paid like the pros they’ve always effectively been, while the NCAA still takes in billions.Despite the chaos, college football is thriving, with packed stadiums, huge TV audiences, and fans who don’t care who gets paid.CHICAGO – The horror!The college sports transfer portal is a “train wreck.”It is “sucking the life out of college sports.”Save yourselves while you can, people!While I settle myself down from an extended chuckle of this-whole-world-is-insaneness, let me tell you who said those damning quotes above:…

U20 Women’s World Cup qualifiers: Senegal squad announced for clash against NigeriaThe Senegalese Football Federation has released the roster of the Lionesses of Senegal selected by coach Mbayang Thiam for the two-legged showdown against Nigeria. These matches are part of the third round of qualifiers for the FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup Poland 2026.AdvertisementCoach Mbayang Thiam has called up 24 players to take on Nigeria.The first leg is set for February 7, with Senegal traveling to Abeokuta, while the return fixture will be played at home in Thiès on the 14th of the same month.

This is a web edition of GBH Daily, a weekday newsletter bringing you local stories you can trust so you can stay informed without feeling overwhelmed.Sign up here! 🥶Sunny and cold, with highs in the 30s. Sunset is at 5:01 p.m. — the first post-5 p.m. sunset of the year.Gloucester will add the names of seven people who died when a fishing boat called the Lily Jean sank 25 miles off Cape Ann on Friday to a memorial for fishermen lost at sea. The U.S. Coast Guard suspended the search for the people on board the Lily Jean on Saturday,…

Boston police will restrict access to and increase police presence around college campuses and other popular areas on Super Bowl Sunday, officials said.Commissioner Michael A. Cox sent a letter to colleges and universities outlining steps department will take to ensure a safe celebration when the New England Patriots take on the Seattle Seahawks in Super Bowl LX at 6:30 p.m. in Santa Clara, Calif. A Patriots fan proclaimed the team was back in the hunt for its 12 Super Bowl appearance during the AFC Championship game in Denver last month. Barry Chin/Globe StaffParking and vehicle access will be restricted around…

The Red Sox are turning to a former Yankee to help fortify their infield with spring training approaching.Boston is in agreement a one-year contract with Isiah Kiner-Falefa, sources confirmed to MassLive on Wednesday. The deal is pending a physical.AdvertisementKiner-Falefa, who turns 31 next month, is a versatile veteran who spent 2025 with Pittsburgh and Toronto, appearing in 138 games at three different positions. He saw the bulk of his time at shortstop (817 innings) while also playing third base (211.2 innings) and second (26.1 innings). The Red Sox currently have openings at both third base and second base with Alex…