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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.

Patriots eliminated from postseason contention after loss to Dolphins

For the first time since 2008, the New England Patriots will not play in the postseason.

NHL, NHLPA announce plans for 2020-21 season to begin Jan. 13

It's almost time for the puck to drop on the 2020-21 NHL season.

Microphone catches Vikings WR Justin Jefferson voicing frustration with Kirk Cousins

It appears Justin Jefferson might not be a fan of Kirk Cousins. 

Patriots CB Stephon Gilmore suffers apparent knee injury vs. Dolphins

Patriots All-Pro cornerback Stephon Gilmore suffered an apparent knee injury during Sunday's game against the Miami Dolphins and had to be helped off the field.

Watch: Ravens WR Dez Bryant scores first touchdown since 2017

At halftime, Bryant had one reception for 11 yards and a touchdown as the Ravens led the Jaguars 26-0. 

Jeremy Lin's deal with Warriors falls through after failing to get CBA clearance

The agreement needed to be cleared by the CBA, where Lin played the  2019-20 season, but the association didn't give him the clearance he  needed by the Saturday deadline.

Report: Reds listening to offers for Sonny Gray, Luis Castillo

Are the Cincinnati Reds trying to clear space in an effort to re-sign reigning National League Cy Young winner Trevor Bauer? It's possible. The Reds are reportedly listening to offers for Sonny Gray and Luis Castillo.

Alabama, Clemson, Ohio State, Notre Dame to play in CFP semifinals

In a college football season unlike any other, the stage for the College Football Playoff semifinals has been set.  Alabama, Clemson, Ohio State and Notre Dame will play in the CFP semifinals.

Report: Drew Brees not 100 percent, unsure of how healed ribs are

Jay Glazer of Fox Sports says that Brees isn't 100 percent healthy. The  veteran quarterback also is unsure how healed his ribs are because he  can't have another X-ray due to the amount of radiation he's already  sustained from past X-rays.

Cowboys RB Ezekiel Elliott ruled out against 49ers with injury

Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott has never missed a game due to injury. That will change on Sunday.  

Saints place Jameis Winston on reserve/COVID list

Jameis Winston has been placed on the reserve/COVID list, the team announced Sunday.

College Football Playoff semifinal relocated from Rose Bowl to AT&T Stadium

The College Football Playoff semifinal that was supposed to take place at the Rose Bowl has been relocated to AT&T Stadium in Dallas.

Florida's Kyle Pitts to enter 2021 NFL Draft after opting out of bowl game

Pitts is seen as the best tight end of the 2021 draft class. He's  expected to be a first-round selection and could go as high as seventh  overall, per Mel Kiper Jr. of ESPN.

Thousands of fans show up at airport to congratulate Bills on AFC East title

Thousands of Bills fans showed up to congratulate the team on its  accomplishment, braving the cold and the pandemic. Josh Allen described  it as "wild."

Rudy Gobert agrees to five-year, $205 million extension with Jazz

Rudy Gobert has earned himself the largest contract for a center in NBA history. The Utah Jazz star has agreed to a five-year, $205 million extension with the franchise.

Carson Wentz to seek trade from Eagles if Jalen Hurts remains starting QB?

Wentz isn't interested in being Philly's backup quarterback. He'll look to move on from the Eagles if Hurts continues to be the team's starter.

Ravens activate Marquise Brown, Miles Boykin, James Proche from reserve/COVID list

The Ravens are getting three of their wideouts back for this week's game against the Jaguars.

Nationals reportedly interested in All-Star catcher J.T. Realmuto

The Washington Nationals are interested in signing Realmuto. However, it's unclear if the Nats' ownership group would approve a deal for the former Philadelphia Phillies star.

Ravens CB Marcus Peters fined $12.5K for spitting incident

Peters has since been fined $12,500 for the incident. The 27-year-old is appealing the fine, according to his agent.

Ohio State RB Trey Sermon sets Big Ten record in win over Northwestern

The Ohio State Buckeyes won their fourth straight Big Ten championship on Saturday after defeating the Northwestern Wildcats 22-10. It was an exciting game thanks to Big Ten championship MVP Trey Sermon.

Sharks to open 2020-21 season in Arizona due to COVID-19 restrictions?

The Sharks will host training camp and start the regular season in Arizona after California's Santa Clara County banned all contact sports through Jan. 8 in an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19.

Trevor Bauer responds to report that he's 'too expensive' for Reds to re-sign

MLB Network's Jon Heyman reported Friday that the Reds would not be able to re-sign Trevor Bauer because he's "too expensive." Bauer responded to the report.

Wizards' Thomas Bryant fined $45K for contact with official while trying to confront Blake Griffin

Bryant was fined $45,000 by the NBA on Saturday after making repeated  contact with an official during Thursday's Pistons-Wizards game.

QB Daniel Jones out vs. Browns; Giants to start Colt McCoy

In a must-win game for the New York Giants, Daniel Jones will be sidelined with ankle and hamstring injuries. The Giants are expected to start Colt McCoy against the Cleveland Browns on Sunday.