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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.

February 20, 2021  |  Cleveland Guardians

Cleveland ace Shane Bieber reports to spring training after bout with COVID-19

Bieber experienced mild coronavirus symptoms and was forced to isolate under Major League Baseball's health and safety protocols.

February 20, 2021  |  Minnesota Twins

Twins pitcher J.A. Happ tests positive for COVID-19 during intake testing

Minnesota Twins pitcher J.A. Happ will have to wait a little longer to begin throwing sessions at CenturyLink Sports Complex, as he has tested positive for COVID.

February 20, 2021  |  Brooklyn Nets

Kevin Durant to miss fourth straight game with hamstring strain

Durant will miss his fourth straight game with a hamstring strain. The Nets want him to show improved strength before he takes the court again.

February 20, 2021  |  MLB

Noah Syndergaard roasts Trevor Bauer for burning Mets in free agency

New York Mets pitcher Noah Syndergaard isn't too happy Trevor Bauer opted to sign with the Los Angeles Dodgers in free agency.

February 20, 2021  |  New Jersey Devils

Nico Hischier named captain of Devils in fourth season with team

In his fourth season with the franchise, the New Jersey Devils have named Nico Hischier their next captain. The 22-year-old becomes the 12th player to captain the Devils since their move to New Jersey in 1982.

February 20, 2021  |  NFL

Panthers clearing cap space to make run at Deshaun Watson?

According to ESPN's David Newton, the Panthers have cleared nearly $20 million in cap space to try to acquire Watson if Houston decides to trade him.

February 20, 2021  |  Seattle Seahawks

Audio of Chad Wheeler's arrest reveals physical struggle with police

Audio of the arrest, obtained by TMZ Sports, revealed an intense physical struggle as police officers tried to detain Wheeler.

February 20, 2021  |  Los Angeles Chargers

Hunter Henry has sights set on 'playing with a good quarterback' in 2021

Although he's never experienced free agency, Henry knows exactly what he's looking for in potentially signing with a new franchise.

February 20, 2021  |  NFL

Report: Eagles 'not thrilled' in aftermath of Carson Wentz trade

The return is not what the Eagles expected to get for Wentz. Philly reportedly wanted a first-round pick, but no quarterback-needy team was willing to part ways with a first-rounder to land a struggling signal-caller. 

February 20, 2021  |  New York Yankees

Former MLB star Johnny Damon on DUI arrest: 'Jail sucks, handcuffs are worse'

Two-time World Series champion Johnny Damon was arrested in Orlando on Friday for driving under the influence.

February 20, 2021  |  Denver Nuggets

Jamal Murray makes history in Nuggets' win over Cavaliers

The Nuggets defeated the Cavaliers 120-103 on Friday night to move to 16-13 on the season. Jamal Murray had the best game of his career in the win. 

February 19, 2021  |  Minnesota Vikings

Dalvin Cook: Justin Jefferson can be one of the best in the game

If it weren't for Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert, Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson likely would've been named the NFL's Offensive Rookie of the Year. Teammate Dalvin Cook has a lot of faith in the young receiver.

February 19, 2021  |  Pittsburgh Penguins

Sidney Crosby: I'd love to play rest of my career with Penguins

In 16 seasons with the Penguins, he has three Stanley Cups, two Conn Smythe Trophies, two MVPs, two scoring titles and two Maurice "Rocket" Richard Trophies.

February 19, 2021  |  Los Angeles Dodgers

Dodgers hoping to host fans on Opening Day against Nationals

The Los Angeles Dodgers home opener isn't until April 9 against the Washington Nationals, and the franchise is hoping that gives them enough time to work out a plan to get fans in attendance.

February 19, 2021  |  Washington Commanders

Alex Smith: Colin Kaepernick's NFL absence 'still doesn't make sense'

Kaepernick hasn't played in the NFL since the conclusion of the 2016 campaign, which was the same year he became a target of criticism for kneeling during the national anthem to protest police brutality and racial injustice.

February 19, 2021  |  Arizona Cardinals

Cardinals don't intend to cut Pro Bowl DE Chandler Jones

The Arizona Cardinals want Chandler Jones to remain a part of the team's future.

February 19, 2021  |  Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Buccaneers HC Bruce Arians has no interest in calling plays

Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Bruce Arians will return in 2021. However, he might have called it quits if Byron Leftwich landed a head-coaching job. 

February 19, 2021  |  Detroit Tigers

Tigers interested in reunion with RHP Rick Porcello?

Rick Porcello is still on the market, and it appears at least one team is interested in his services.

February 19, 2021  |  MLB

Two-time World Series champion Johnny Damon arrested for DUI

Former Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees outfielder Johnny Damon was arrested near Orlando, Fla. on Friday morning for driving under the influence, according to a report from CBS Miami.

February 19, 2021  |  College Basketball

NCAA to allow limited number of fans at March Madness

Fans will be allowed up to 25% capacity under state and local health restrictions due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The capacity includes players, coaches, essential staff, players' families and a reduced number of fans.

February 19, 2021  |  Carolina Panthers

Report: Panthers to release starting safety Tre Boston

The 28-year-old was third on the Panthers with 95 tackles last season. He also had one interception, one forced fumble, two fumble recoveries, three tackles for a loss and two quarterback hits. 

February 19, 2021  |  Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Leonard Fournette: Tom Brady's Super Bowl pregame speech 'gave us the spark we needed'

Tom Brady gave one heckuva Super Bowl pregame speech before the Tampa Bay Buccaneers defeated the Kansas City Chiefs 31-9 in Super Bowl LV.  "It was about honor," Buccaneers running back Leonard Fournette told the Pardon My Take podcast, according to USA Today's Chris Bumbaca.

February 19, 2021  |  NFL

Report: Carson Wentz, Doug Pederson didn't talk for 'weeks on end' during 2020 season

If Pederson and Wentz weren't talking, maybe that's part of the reason why the quarterback struggled mightily during the 2020 campaign. It also might be part of the reason why he was eventually benched for Jalen Hurts. 

February 19, 2021  |  Chicago Bears

Allen Robinson: Bears haven't given me viable contract offer

In three seasons with the Bears, the Penn State product has 255 catches for 3,151 yards and 17 touchdowns. He has two of his 1,000-plus yard seasons in Chicago. 

February 19, 2021  |  NFL

Chargers QB Justin Herbert: 'I think anyone should aspire to be like Tom Brady'

Brady didn't have to learn a new offense until this past season, and he flourished. If Herbert can successfully navigate a new offense, maybe the Chargers will make the playoffs for the first time since 2018.