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Morning sports update: Bruce Cassidy explained why he stuck with Tuukka Rask

The Red Sox lost to the Blue Jays 18-4 on Sunday. Toronto mashed eight home runs, sending Boston starter Martin Perez from the game having recorded just four outs.

And Patriots mandatory mini camp is underway, but cornerback Stephon Gilmore is not present:

Bruce Cassidy on Tuukka Rask: Following the Bruins’ playoff exit, there were some lingering questions about Bruce Cassidy’s decision to stick with goaltender Tuukka Rask.

Rask, 34, suffered a torn labrum in his hip, and was playing with an injury during Boston’s playoff run.

“He felt ready to go, so then it goes on to me to make the final call,” Cassidy told reporters.