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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.

Twins' Andrelton Simmons opens up about depression, suicidal thoughts

The 31-year-old signed a one-year, $10.5 million deal with the Twins for the 2021 season. He said he wanted to discuss his situation to help others who may also be struggling. 

Gronk reveals how he hilariously hacked virtual offseason workouts

It took a lot of work for Gronkowski to be ready for the 2020 campaign. His work paid off, too, as the Buccaneers are headed to their first Super Bowl since 2003. 

Danny Amendola: Tom Brady is the 'Patriot Way,' not Patriots coaches

Like many analysts and football fans, Danny Amendola believes Tom Brady was more responsible for the New England Patriots' success than Bill Belichick or any of the franchise's other coaches.

Bruce Arians irritated Byron Leftwich didn't get HC interviews

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are in the Super Bowl for the first time since 2003, largely because of Tom Brady and Bruce Arians. However, many have, and will continue to, overlook offensive coordinator Byron Leftwich's contribution to Tampa Bay's success.

Buccaneers HC Bruce Arians: Antonio Brown 'getting close'

Brown missed the NFC Championship Game after suffering a knee injury during the divisional round against the New Orleans Saints.

Ryan Leaf: Peyton Manning reached out during dark point

With Manning eligible for the Pro Football Hall of Fame this year, many around the NFL are sharing their stories of the former Colt and Bronco.

Buccaneers QB Tom Brady would 'definitely' consider playing past 45

Many fans joke that Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady will play football until he's 100-years-old.

Jason Witten takes high school coaching job in Dallas

Much like Philip Rivers, it appears Jason Witten will take his talents to high school football.

Report: Orioles working on trading right-hander Alex Cobb to Angels

Cobb has a 10-team no-trade clause, according to Joel Sherman of the New York Post. It's unclear if the Angels are on it.

Tua Tagovailoa not focused on Deshaun Watson-to-Dolphins trade rumors

The Dolphins will be considering this question throughout the offseason, and rightfully so: Build around Tagovailoa? Or trade for Watson?

Red Sox legend David Ortiz was 'hurt' when Patriots let Tom Brady go

At 43 years old, Brady had one of the best seasons of his career in 2020, recording his second 40-touchdown campaign while leading the Buccaneers to their first Super Bowl since 2003. 

Red Sox legend, 2008 AL MVP Dustin Pedroia announces retirement

In total, Pedroia ends his historic career with three World Series titles, four Gold Gloves, four All-Star appearances, one Silver Slugger award, one MVP award and a Wilson Defensive Player of the Year award.

Buccaneers TE Rob Gronkowski surprises healthcare workers with Super Bowl tickets

Gronkowski informed four workers via video chat that they'd be attending the Super Bowl. None of them were expecting tickets, but were incredibly thankful to be given the opportunity to attend.

Eagles HC Nick Sirianni hints at QB competition between Carson Wentz, Jalen Hurts

A QB competition seems like the best way to settle things, but one player could be very unhappy once the 2021 season begins.

Lions HC Dan Campbell wants to win now, won't sacrifice future to do it

The Lions received L.A.'s 2022 and 2023 first-round picks in the Stafford trade, along with a third-round pick in 2021. Those selections will help Detroit build a team that can be successful for many years down the line. 

Padres' Fernando Tatis Jr. announced as 'MLB The Show 21' cover athlete

At 22-years-old, Tatis is the youngest player to be chosen for a cover of "MLB The Show" since the game debuted in 2006. He is also the first Padres player chosen for the cover. 

J.J. Watt tuning out trade rumors by vacationing in Hawaii

Following Houston's season finale against the Tennessee Titans, Watt acknowledged that his future with the Texans is murky. His desire to play for a championship contender has been known for a while.

Matthew Stafford, Sean McVay celebrated Rams trade in Mexico

Things could have been very different for the 32-year-old, and he might not have been celebrating in Mexico if the Lions sent him elsewhere.

Report: Panthers offered more than first-round pick for Matthew Stafford

the Panthers offered the Lions their 2021 first-round pick, eighth overall, and more for Stafford. Carolina's eighth overall selection wound up being the highest pick offered.

Kings recall forward Arthur Kaliyev to taxi squad

Kaliyev has two goals in the Ontario Bulldogs' last two preseason games, sparking his elevation to the taxi squad. 

Wild's Marcus Foligno placed in COVID-19 protocol, ruled out vs. Avalanche

The Minnesota Wild have placed forward Marcus Foligno in the NHL's COVID-19 protocol. Foligno is the first Wild player to be added to the COVID-19 list this season

Tyler Herro's status for Heat unknown due to potential COVID-19 exposure

Herro got the news that his housemate tested positive during halftime of Saturday's game against the Kings. While he'll likely have to quarantine, the Heat will have to conduct contact tracing, as will the Kings. 

Report: MLB proposes 154-game season to players' union

Major League Baseball reportedly proposed a revised 2021 schedule to the players' union on Friday, according to Tim Brown of Yahoo Sports. The proposed

Rangers place defenseman Anthony DeAngelo on waivers

Rangers head coach David Quinn said waiving DeAngelo was an organizational decision. He did not comment on whether or not the move was related to the defenseman's performance. 

Jared Goff excited to be on team that 'wants me and appreciates me'

Goff, the No. 1 pick in 2016, has struggled since leading the Rams to the Super Bowl in 2018. He went 9-6 in 2020, completing 67% of his passes for 20 touchdowns against 13 interceptions.