--The Herald followed up on the story that New England Patriot Nick Kaczur allegedly turned informant after getting busted with oxy. They stated the obvious--being an informant can put one in a dangerous position. [Boston Herald]

--House speaker Sal DiMasi's buddy Richard Vitale has refused to attend a hearing about whether or not he was a lobbyist for the Massachusetts Association of Ticket Brokers. While all charges are alleged, thumbing one's nose at a hearing does not look good. [WBZ]

--Perk is a beast! And he wants you to ride the T! Now! [Boston Globe, comment inspired by the Perk Is a Beast blog]

In honor of tonight's game, we're forgoing the photo pool and sharing the "You Got Rondo'd" video featuring Vince Wilfork moving very, very quickly for a big guy.