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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: Sue Bird re-signing with Seattle Storm

At 40-years-old, Sue Bird can be considered the Tom Brady of the WNBA, and she isn't ready to end her legendary career just yet.

Nets' James Harden ruled out against Wizards with thigh contusion

The Brooklyn Nets will try for their fifth straight win on Sunday when they take on the Washington Wizards. However, they'll have to do so without James Harden. 

Report: Pelicans focusing on 76ers, Celtics, Nets for potential JJ Redick trade

The Pelicans are focused on the Celtics, 76ers and Nets as potential destinations for Redick. It's unclear what level of interest those teams have in acquiring the guard. 

Report: Matthew Stafford told Lions he'd accept trade to any team but Patriots

It's not surprising that Stafford didn't want a trade to the rebuilding Patriots considering their culture and the fact that they sport one of the worst receiving groups in the NFL.

Athletics upset about Marcus Semien's departure to Blue Jays

When Marcus Semien signed a one-year deal with the Toronto Blue Jays, his Oakland Athletics teammates were sad to see him go.

Report: Broncos were hesitant to give up Drew Lock in potential trade for Matthew Stafford

Broncos general manager George Paton was hesitant to part ways with Lock, which resulted in the Lions seeking out trade packages from other franchises. 

Report: Celtics' Marcus Smart to miss up to two weeks with Grade 1 calf strain

Smart has played a critical role in the Celtics' success this season. He's averaging career-highs in points (13.1) and assists (6.1) while shooting 39.4% from the field and 31.1% from deep.

Devin McCourty 'wouldn't mind' seeing Cam Newton return to Patriots next season

A Newton return is possible, but ESPN's Adam Schefter reported in early January that the two sides are expected to part ways this offseason.

Warriors' Klay Thompson: It 'kills me' to miss second straight season

Thompson missed the entire 2019-20 season after tearing his ACL during Game 6 of the 2019 NBA Finals, and he's out for this current campaign after suffering a season-ending Achilles tear during a workout in November.

Report: Lionel Messi, Barcelona to take legal action over contract leak

Lionel Messi and FC Barcelona are planning to take legal action against Spanish newspaper El Mundo after it leaked details of the €555 million ($673 million) contract the superstar signed in 2017.

Report: Players want NFL to discipline Chad Wheeler amid domestic violence allegations

According to Pro Football Talk's Mike Florio, several players around the league want the NFL to "issue a strong statement against Wheeler and impose significant discipline against him."

Buccaneers chose to wear white jerseys for Super Bowl LV because of Tom Brady

They reportedly went with white because Brady is 4-1 in Super Bowls while wearing the color. 

Bills QB Josh Allen fined $15K for throwing ball at Chiefs DE Alex Okafor's head

Bills offensive linemen Dion Dawkins and Joe Feliciano also received $10,000 fines for the scuffle. 

Hawks forward De'Andre Hunter to miss one week with knee injury

Hunter missed the second half of Friday's game against the Washington Wizards with right knee soreness. He appeared to have suffered the injury during the second quarter. 

Lions QB Matthew Stafford prefers to be traded out West?

While the Washington Football Team and Indianapolis Colts are "believed to be" among teams interested in Stafford, it appears the 32-year-old prefers to be traded out West.

Former MLB pitcher Scott Erickson charged in connection with fatal hit-and-run

Former Major League Baseball pitcher Scott Erickson has been charged with a misdemeanor count of reckless driving in connection with a fatal hit-and-run in California.

Mets sign reliever Aaron Loup to one-year, $3 million deal

During the pandemic-shortened campaign with the Rays, Loup went 3-2 with a 2.52 ERA, 0.840 WHIP and 22 strikeouts in 25 innings. 

Cavaliers fan kicked out of arena for offensive anti-LeBron James shirts

A man from the Akron, Ohio, area was thrown out of Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on Monday after he held up several offensive T-shirts targeting James.

Blackhawks cancel practice due to potential COVID-19 exposure

The Blackhawks played the Columbus Blue Jackets on Friday night and are scheduled to play them again on Sunday. It's unclear if that game will go on as scheduled. 

Capitals' Alex Ovechkin, Dmitry Orlov cleared to return from COVID-19 list

Ovechkin and Orlov had been in quarantine since Jan. 20 after violating the NHL's health and safety protocols.

Report: Didi Gregorius, Phillies agree to two-year, $28 million deal

The Philadelphia Phillies and shortstop Didi Gregorius agreed to a two-year, $28 million deal on Saturday.

Lions HC Dan Campbell: Matthew Stafford trade talks 'hot and heavy'

Matthew Stafford requested a trade at the end of the 2020 season. Apparently, the Lions could complete a deal within the coming days. 

Deshaun Watson updates social media profiles to show no connection to Texans

Watson has updated his social media profiles to show no connection to the Texans, which could indicate that he does, in fact, want a trade. 

Report: There's belief J.J. Watt has played final game with Texans

While there's a strong possibility that Deshaun Watson has played his final game as a member of the Houston Texans, it appears J.J. Watt may be in that same category. 

Paul George 'relieved' he and Kawhi Leonard stayed healthy after clearing COVID-19 protocols

George and Leonard were in quarantine due to contact tracing, forcing them to miss Tuesday's game against the Atlanta Hawks and Thursday's game against the Miami Heat.