The Providence Bruins faced elimination in their Calder Cup playoff series against the Charlotte Checkers, falling to a 2-0 deficit after a 2-0 loss, despite an earlier victory that kept their hopes alive. In MLB news, former Red Sox player Mickey Gasper made his Fenway Park return with the Minnesota Twins, showcasing a bright start after his trade. The Boston Red Sox also faced a setback with Triston Casas suffering a significant knee injury, raising questions about their first base position. In high school sports, the Ponaganset softball team triumphed in a thrilling and chaotic game against Portsmouth, securing an 8-5 victory.