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Erin Walsh

Erin Walsh is a Boston sports fan through and through. She graduated Summa Cum Laude from Bridgewater State University and currently is in pursuit of her Master's Degree in Journalism from Northeastern University. Follow her on Twitter @ewalsh90.

Free-agent TE Delanie Walker plans to return to NFL in 2021

The 36-year-old was a Pro Bowler in three straight seasons from 2015-17. However, it's unclear if any teams will take a chance on him, given his injury history. 

Yankees manager Aaron Boone taking medical leave of absence to receive pacemaker

The 47-year-old said in a statement that he has been feeling lightheaded over the last month and has been dealing with low energy and shortness of breath.

NBA unveils Rising Stars rosters despite no game in 2021

The U.S. Team has won the Rising Stars game in each of the last two seasons.

Washington Football Team replacing cheerleaders with coed dance squad

Washington's cheerleading squad was the longest-running cheer program in the NFL and had been around for more than 50 seasons. 

Nationals pitcher Jon Lester to have thyroid gland removed

Lester was initially scheduled to make his spring training debut on Thursday, but after additional tests, the decision was made for him to undergo surgery.

Jets GM Joe Douglas: Our stance on Sam Darnold has not changed

Darnold went 2-10 in 2020, completing 59.6% of his passes for 2,208 yards and nine touchdowns against 11 interceptions.

Spurs HC Gregg Popovich slams Texas governor for lifting mask mandate

Popovich called the decision to reopen the state "mystifying."

Hall of Famer Joe Montana admits Tom Brady is the greatest of all time

Brady won his seventh Super Bowl title with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He's also a five-time Super Bowl MVP, three-time NFL MVP and two-time Offensive Player of the year, among many other accolades. 

Sheriff's department obtains warrant for black box crash data from Tiger Woods' SUV

A vehicle's black box contains data about the car's speed at the time of a collision and can also show if brakes were applied, airbags were deployed and seat belts were worn. 

Report: Kyle Rudolph open to joining Patriots in free agency

In 10 seasons with the Vikings, Rudolph caught 453 passes for 4,488 yards and 48 touchdowns. However, he has regressed in recent years, recording less than 400 yards in his past two seasons.

Packers GM wants to see Jordan Love get more reps in 2021

At 37-years-old, Aaron Rodgers' time in the NFL is closer to the end than the beginning. The Green Bay Packers moved up in the 2020 draft to select Jordan Love as their quarterback of the future, but he didn't even serve as Rodgers' top backup last season. 

Vanessa Bryant opens up about life without Kobe Bryant, daughter Gianna

Bryant admitted that the pain she feels is "unimaginable" but that "you just have to get up and push forward." She also said that crying and lying around isn't going to make her feel any better. 

J.J. Watt: 'The one thing I want for Deshaun Watson is for him to be happy'

Watson and Watt shared a memorable moment after Houston's final game of the 2020 season. After finishing 4-12, Watt apologized to the quarterback for a "wasted" year. 

Nets' James Harden hopes Rockets fans show 'love' in return to Houston

Harden's eight-year tenure in Houston ended on a sour note. Before being traded, the 31-year-old criticized the Rockets after a blowout loss to the Los Angeles Lakers, saying the team "can't be fixed."

Lakers' LeBron James to miss first game of season against Kings

The 36-year-old has played every game for the Lakers this season, averaging 25.8 points, eight rebounds and 7.8 assists per game while shooting 50.9% from the field and 35.8% from deep. 

Tom Brady on Lombardi Trophy toss: 'I was not thinking at that moment'

Brady also admitted in the interview that his wife, Gisele Bundchen, asked him, "What more do you have to prove?" after winning his seventh Super Bowl title. To be fair, she's right.

DeAndre Hopkins on J.J. Watt signing: 'Life is good in Arizona!'

Life is good in Arizona, according to Cardinals wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins, who is celebrating the addition of his former Texans teammate J.J. Watt.

Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa: Mac Jones is a more mobile Tom Brady

If the New England Patriots want to find their next Tom Brady, maybe they should consider moving up in the draft to select Mac Jones, who received a ringing endorsement from former Alabama teammate Tua Tagovailoa.

Eagles could pursue Raiders QB Marcus Mariota?

The Eagles don't appear to be 100% committed to Hurts being their quarterback of the future, so it's no surprise Mariota might be drawing interest from the franchise.

Report: Former Defensive Player of the Year Joakim Noah to retire after 13 seasons in NBA

Noah plans to retire with the Chicago Bulls after playing his first nine seasons with the franchise.