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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: Yankees, Royals, Marlins possible destinations for Yasiel Puig

Puig last played for the Cincinnati Reds and Cleveland Indians in 2019, hitting .267 with 24 home runs and 84 RBI.

Chiefs' Daniel Sorensen not fined for hit on Browns' Rashard Higgins

Sorensen will not be fined for the helmet-to-helmet hit that caused Higgins to fumble into the end zone. 

Bills elevate WR Kenny Stills from practice squad for AFC Championship Game

The Bills are getting some extra help at wide receiver for Sunday's AFC Championship Game against the Chiefs, as Buffalo has elevated veteran wide receiver Kenny Stills from the practice squad. 

Kevin Cash thinks Rays starting pitching took a 'step back' this offseason

The Tampa Bay Rays starting rotation lost some firepower this winter with the departures of Charlie Morton and Blake Snell, and manager Kevin Cash doesn't

Former Jets winger Patrik Laine shocked by trade to Blue Jackets

Laine reportedly wanted out of Winnipeg, but he was still surprised by the trade to Columbus.

Wizards sign Alex Len, Jordan Bell ahead of matchup with Spurs

The shorthanded Washington Wizards have signed free-agent centers Alex Len and Jordan Bell.

Report: Red Sox, Garrett Richards agree to one-year, $10 million deal

Richards will likely help fill out a rotation that includes Chris Sale, Eduardo Rodriguez, Nathan Eovaldi and Nick Pivetta. 

Report: Deshaun Watson prefers trade to Jets over Dolphins

Watson reportedly told people this week the Jets are his top choice because of the recent hiring of Robert Saleh as the franchise's next head coach. 

Chiefs CB Bashaud Breeland clears concussion protocol, will play against Bills

Breeland suffered the concussion during last weekend's divisional-round matchup against the Cleveland Browns. He had six tackles and one pass defended before exiting. 

Nets star Kyrie Irving unfazed by back-to-back losses to Cavaliers

Kyrie tried to calm Nets fans, letting them know in an Instagram post that the team "will be on that stage" at the end of the season. The "stage" he is likely referring to is the NBA Finals.

Josh Allen's father to miss AFC Championship Game amid COVID-19 recovery

Josh Allen's father, Joel, was hospitalized this month and is recovering from COVID-19 and pneumonia.

Report: Mets increasing focus on signing Trevor Bauer

The Mets have added several big-name players this offseason, including Carlos Carrasco, Francisco Lindor and James McCann. Signing Bauer would be the icing on the cake. 

LaVar Ball: LaMelo not happy about playing off bench for Hornets

It's a long season, and LaMelo will eventually get his shot to be Charlotte's starter. He'll just have to remain patient. After all, he is a rookie. 

Report: Blue Jackets to trade Pierre-Luc Dubois to Jets for Patrik Laine

The Jackets are trading Dubois to the Winnipeg Jets in exchange for Patrik Laine and Jack Roslovic. The Jets will also acquire a third-round pick from Columbus. 

Antonio Brown ordered to pay alleged sexual assault victim $100K for confidentiality agreement violation

Brown has been ordered to pay Britney Taylor, the woman who said he sexually assaulted her, $100,000 after he allegedly violated a confidentiality agreement. 

Steve Nash after Nets' back-to-back losses: We're not a 'defensive roster'

In both losses to Cleveland, the Nets gave up a combined 134 points in the paint.

Blue Jackets' Pierre-Luc Dubois on benching: 'I've got to step up my game'

Dubois has just one goal in five games this year after tallying 49 points (18 goals, 31 assists) in 70 games last season.

Patrick Mahomes: It's crazy Eric Bieniemy hasn't gotten a head-coaching job

Bieniemy drew interest from the Atlanta Falcons, Detroit Lions, Jacksonville Jaguars, Los Angeles Chargers and New York Jets, all of whom have hired a new head coach.

Report: Jurickson Profar, Padres agree to three-year, $21 million deal

Profar was very valuable for the Padres last season. San Diego played him in five different positions during the pandemic-shortened season, though he saw most of his action in left field and second base.

Patrick Mahomes clears concussion protocol, will play in AFC Championship Game

After Patrick Mahomes suffered a concussion during Kansas City's divisional-round matchup against the Cleveland Browns last weekend, Chiefs fans began to worry. They don't have to worry any longer.

Report: Mets targeting Jackie Bradley Jr., Enrique Hernandez, Brad Hand

The New York Mets have been one of the most active teams this winter, and there are no signs of new owner Steven Cohen wanting to slow things down.

Ravens hiring Rob Ryan as inside linebackers coach

Ryan has held various roles in the NFL over the years. He had stints with the Raiders, Arizona Cardinals, New England Patriots, Cleveland Browns, Dallas Cowboys, New Orleans Saints, Buffalo Bills and Washington. 

Gordon Hayward 'really wanted' to return to Celtics before deal with Hornets

Instead of re-signing Hayward, the Celtics used the money to sign Jeff Teague and Tristan Thompson, who have been solid for the team thus far.

Donovan Mitchell unfazed by Shaq's criticism following win over Pelicans

Mitchell was further asked about O'Neal's comments after the game and tried to push the conversation toward the team's efforts. 

Buccaneers WR Antonio Brown ruled out for NFC Championship Game

Brown avoided a major knee injury during last weekend's divisional-round matchup against the New Orleans Saints. He caught one pass for 10 yards against the Saints before exiting.