04.09.2024

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Sunrise 6:12 a.m. | Sunset 7:20 p.m.

Sports

Take us out to the ballgame

Peep the new MassMutual signature signage above the scoreboard. | Photo by @arosenamedsky

Hopefully this Sox season is going to be so good, so good, so good. Get ready to cheer at the first home game of the 124th season today against the Orioles. Keep in mind a few updates before you swing over to Fenway Park.

On the field
The team will wear patches on their jerseys honoring Tim Wakefield this season. The No. 49 patches will feature the jersey number that he wore during his time on the team from 1995 to 2011. Wakefield died in October at 57-years-old.

Plus, you might see a few more cameras at America’s oldest baseball park than in recent years. Netflix announced plans for two films: A documentary to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the iconic 2004 Red Sox season and a docuseries following the local MLB team on its current 2024 season. The Netflix team will have access to players, coaches, and executives from Spring Training through the end of the current season.

In the stands
The food and beverage team released the new food and drink options that will be available this season. For those with a sweet tooth — a ‘monster’ cookie is on the menu, weighing roughly one pound, plus Boston Cream Pie trifles made with a chocolate ganache on top of a vanilla pastry cream + vanilla sponge cake.

Then on the savory side — there are Irish nachos, which layer waffle fries with corned beef, Russian dressing, sour cream, pickles, scallions, and cheese. You could also skip the Fenway Frank for a barbecue bacon burger with caramelized onions or a fried chicken sandwich with bacon, cheddar, and Grillo’s pickles.

If you didn’t score tickets for today’s game at 2:05 p.m., check out one of these 18 local sports bars. Go Sox.

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Events

Tuesday, April 9

Pickleball with a Purpose | Tuesday, April 9 | 6-9 p.m. | PKL, 64 C St., Boston | Price of purchase | Win exclusive merch and play for the chance to face off against Gronk.
Beer & Cheese Pairing Class | Tuesday, April 9 | 6:30-8 p.m. | Lamplighter CX, 110 N First St., Cambridge | $38 | Enjoy a tasting with Formaggio Kitchen pairing spring forward flavors of beer and cheese.

Wednesday, April 10

Bike Seaport | Wednesday, April 10-Wednesday, Sept. 25 | 7:30-11:30 a.m. | Seaport Common, 85 Northern Ave., Boston | Free | Join Landry’s Bicycles for complimentary bike check-ups on the Seaport Common — registration is required.

Thursday, April 11

Boston Celtics vs. New York Knicks | Thursday, April 11 | 7:30 p.m. | TD Garden, 100 Legends Way, Boston | Prices vary | Cheer on the Celtics against the visitors from New York.
Taylor’s Version Dance Party | Thursday, April 11 | 8:30 p.m. | Brighton Music Hall, 158 Brighton Ave., Allston | $15-$20 | Party with fellow Swifties at this 18+ event.

Friday, April 12

Benson Boone: Fireworks and Rollerblades World Tour | Friday, April 12 | 7 p.m. | House of Blues, 15 Lansdowne St., Boston | Prices vary | See the TikTok star behind the hit “Beautiful Things.”

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News Notes

Active

Seaport Sweat will return for its ninth season from May 1-September 28. Boston’s largest free outdoor workout series will feature 100+ fitness classes on the Seaport Common every Monday through Thursday at 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. + Saturdays at 10 a.m. View the full schedule and register for classes.

Concert

“Misdemeanor’s in the house” — Missy Elliott is bringing her first-ever headline tour to TD Garden on Saturday, August 10 with special guests Busta Rhymes, Ciara, and Timbaland. Pre-sale begins today, April 9 and general tickets go on sale Friday, April 12.

Arts

Calling all artists — The Rat City Arts Festival is looking for local artists to help beautify rat traps, which will only be part of a “rat art installation” in the neighborhood. The deadline to apply is Friday, April 19.

Ranked

No. 9. That’s where the Bay State ranked on Wallethub’s list of the “best states for working from home.” The study examined data including the number of employees working from home, internet cost, and cybersecurity.

Home

Psst — When’s the last time you replaced your bath mat? Our favorite memory foam bath mat is on sale through the weekend.*

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Marathon Monday is less than one week away. | Photo by BOStoday team

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The Wrap

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Today’s edition by:
Jessica

From the editor

I am excited to make my way to Fenway for a few games this season, especially the theme nights. First up is the Harry Potter event on Saturday, April 13, where guests can get sorted into the Hogwarts houses and grab a Sox sweatshirt in one of the four house colors.

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