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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.

Report: Ronald Jones to have pin removed from pinky on Tuesday

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Ronald Jones fractured his pinky in December and had a pin inserted into it so that he'd be able to suit up for the team's postseason run.

Veteran RB Adrian Peterson wants to play in NFL until he's 40 years old

Veteran running back Adrian Peterson has his sights set on breaking Emmitt Smith's rushing record, and the future Hall of Famer is willing to play into his 40s to accomplish that goal.

Steven Stamkos to return for Lightning after false positive COVID-19 test

Tampa Bay Lightning captain Steven Stamkos will return to the lineup on Monday against the Florida Panthers after missing Tampa's last two games after a false positive COVID-19 test.

Report: Hawks seeking high first-round pick in exchange for John Collins

The 23-year-old was selected by the Hawks 19th overall in the 2017 draft. In 26 games this season, he's averaging 18.1 points, 7.8 rebounds and 1.6 assists per game.

Jamison Crowder's $10M salary could get him cut by Jets?

Jamison Crowder was the New York Jets' best receiver in 2020. However, that does not mean his job is secure.

Chiefs, Bills among teams 'most interested' in J.J. Watt?

The former Texan wants to play for a Super Bowl contender, so the Chiefs, Bills and Packers might be more likely destinations than the Browns, Titans and Colts. 

Report: Cavaliers won't play Andre Drummond amid trade discussions

Cavaliers general manager Koby Altman discussed the move with Drummond and his agent and mutually decided that the 27-year-old would no longer be active for games. 

Michael Jordan donating $10 million to open medical clinics in North Carolina

The Chicago Bulls legend is donating $10 million to open two new health clinics. He's working with Novant Health, a non-profit health care group with hospitals and medical centers throughout North Carolina.

UCF finalizing deal to make Gus Malzahn next head coach

Malzahn will replace Josh Heupel, who left UCF to become head coach of the Tennessee Volunteers. Auburn fired Malzahn in December after going 6-4, his second-worst season at the helm. 

Patriots acquired Brandin Cooks for Jimmy Garoppolo, not Tom Brady?

Of course, Garoppolo never got his shot to take over the Patriots' offense. Brady won the NFL's MVP award in 2017 and it was clear that his game had not regressed.

Former Bengals CB Adam 'Pacman' Jones arrested, charged with misdemeanor assault

Jones retired from the NFL in 2019 after finishing the 2018 campaign with the Denver Broncos. He dealt with several off-field issues during his 12-year career.

Matthew Stafford: I had a good relationship with former Lions HC Matt Patricia

The Lions ended up trading Stafford to the Los Angeles Rams in exchange for Jared Goff. Stafford reportedly preferred a trade out west. 

Report: Padres agree to deal with right-hander Keone Kela

Kela appeared in just three games for the Pittsburgh Pirates during the pandemic-shortened campaign after missing time due to injury and being placed on the COVID-19 list.

Nets' Kevin Durant to miss two games with hamstring strain

The 32-year-old is averaging 29 points, 7.3 rebounds and 5.3 assists per game while shooting 52.4% from the field and 43.4% from deep.

Report: Lakers' Anthony Davis aggravates Achilles injury in loss to Nuggets

Davis missed two games earlier in the week because of the injury. The Lakers said he has a right Achilles strain, but will undergo an MRI on Monday to see if the damage is worse than they think. 

Alex Smith reportedly not ready to retire, wants to play in 2021

Smith's future in Washington is uncertain. However, ESPN's Jeremy Fowler says the veteran quarterback wants to play the 2021 season, even if it's not with the Football Team.

Matthew Stafford: There were 'a few teams' I didn't want to be traded to

A report earlier this offseason stated that Matthew Stafford would be willing to play for any team but the Patriots.

Report: Packers have shown interest in J.J. Watt

Watt grew up in Wisconsin, played college football for the University of Wisconsin and grew up cheering for the Packers. 

Nicklas Backstrom thought Zdeno Chara was 'pretty mean' when he was a Bruin

Nicklas Backstrom says Chara's impact stretches beyond the ice. Backstrom also admitted that he thought Chara was "pretty mean" while he played for the Bruins. 

Report: White Sox planning for Michael Kopech to be starter in 2021

Michael Kopech has not played a Major League Baseball game since 2018. However, it appears Chicago isn't worried about a regression in his game.

Maple Leafs' Joe Thornton 'can't wait' to get back into lineup

Toronto Maple Leafs forward Joe Thornton admitted that he's excited to play after missing 10 games with a rib injury. 

Report: James Paxton, Mariners agree to one-year, $8.5 million deal

Paxton went 41-26 with the Mariners from 2013-18, owning a 3.42 ERA, 1.187 WHIP and 617 strikeouts in 582.1 innings.

Bills WR Stefon Diggs has simple message for J.J. Watt after release from Texans

The Bills also had their best season in decades, and now Diggs wants one of the league's most sought-after free agents to join him in Buffalo.

Tom Brady autograph prices double what they were in 2017

Of course, a lot has changed since 2017. Brady is now a seven-time Super Bowl champion and has five Super Bowl MVPs to his name.

NBA warns Lakers' LeBron James, Kyle Kuzma for violating anti-flopping rule

On Saturday, the NBA warned Los Angeles Lakers stars LeBron James and Kyle Kuzma for flopping violations in a 115-105 win over the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday.