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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.

Islanders defenseman Johnny Boychuk's playing career over due to eye injury

In 725 career games, Boychuk tallied 206 points (54 goals, 152 assists). In 104 career playoff games, the Edmonton native notched 30 points (13 goals, 17 assists). 

Steelers players roast NFL for postponing Thanksgiving matchup vs. Ravens

Multiple Steelers have expressed their frustration with the announcement of the game's postponement, including JuJu Smith-Schuster.

Texans WR Randall Cobb has 'significant' toe injury, will miss several weeks

Cobb joined the Texans this season after eight years with the Green Bay Packers and one year with the Dallas Cowboys. The 30-year-old has 38 receptions for 441 yards and three touchdowns this season. 

Argentina soccer legend Diego Maradona dead at 60

Maradona is considered one of the best soccer players to ever take the field. He led Argentina to a World Cup title in 1986 and won the Serie A title during the 1989-90 season.

Report: Celtics, Hornets working on a sign-and-trade for Gordon Hayward

If the Celtics sign Hayward to a four-year deal worth $30 million per season, and then trade him to Charlotte, they'll receive a $30 million traded player exception which they can use at any point within the next year.

Report: Pistons called Wizards about Blake Griffin-John Wall trade

Both players will stay put for now, but both also could benefit from a change in scenery during the 2020-21 season.

Tension between Tom Brady, Bruce Arians 'might be real?'

Tampa Bay has more time to figure things out with five games remaining this season, but if it loses to the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday, Brady and Arians could be at each other's throats, which wouldn't be good for anybody. 

Browns working virtually after another positive COVID-19 test

Four Browns players currently are on the reserve/COVID list, including defensive end Myles Garrett, fullback Andy Janovich, offensive lineman Chris Hubbard and defensive end Joe Jackson. 

Ravens' Derek Wolfe thinks NFL player safety is a joke amid team's COVID-19 outbreak

The Ravens are in the midst of a COVID-19 outbreak and multiple players have already been ruled out for the Thanksgiving day matchup, including running backs J.K. Dobbins and Mark Ingram. 

Jaguars plan to start Mike Glennon vs. Browns

There aren't high expectations for Glennon, though Marrone will be hoping he can at least give the Jaguars a chance to win this weekend, which is something Luton hasn't been able to do. 

Ravens may fly to Pittsburgh on Thursday due to COVID-19 outbreak

The Ravens have been working virtually this week due to their COVID-19 outbreak. 

Bengals planning to start Brandon Allen vs. Giants after Joe Burrow injury

The 28-year-old certainly is a downgrade from Burrow, but if he struggles, Bengals head coach Zac Taylor probably won't hesitate to put Ryan Finley in the game. 

Bruce Arians not shy about placing blame on Tom Brady after loss to Rams

Brady and the Buccaneers are a solid team, without a doubt, but they don't appear to be ready for a Super Bowl run.

Blue Jays among a number of teams trying to land J.T. Realmuto?

Realmuto is among the top free agents available at any position this offseason and won't come cheap after two solid seasons with the Philadelphia Phillies.

NFL moves two Week 15 games from Sunday to Saturday

NFL players aren't accustomed to playing football on Saturdays in the regular season, but four teams will have to do so once Week 15 rolls around. 

Brandon Ingram agrees to five-year, $158 million max extension with Pelicans

Ingram averaged 23.8 points, 6.1 rebounds and 4.2 assists during his first season with the Pelicans, earning an All-Star nod for the first time in career as well.

Cardinals QB Kyler Murray says he feels fine despite shoulder injury

Murray sprained the AC joint in his shoulder during a loss to the Seattle Seahawks last Thursday and was never expected to miss any time. 

Report: Heat 'in process' of extending Bam Adebayo's contract

Miami has until Dec. 21 to finalize such an agreement with Adebayo. Without a deal in place, Adebayo would become a restricted free agent during the 2021 offseason.

Report: Rays' Randy Arozarena arrested after attempting to abduct daughter in Mexico

Details of the arrest are still emerging, and neither the Rays nor Major League Baseball have commented on the situation. 

Former Steelers linebacker Ryan Shazier starts nonprofit for spinal injury patients

Shazier officially retired from football earlier this year after suffering an on-field spinal injury in 2017.

Patrick Mahomes reveals plans to eat Thanksgiving turkey with ketchup, not gravy

The Super Bowl champion has admitted in the past that he puts ketchup on steak, eggs and macaroni and cheese. His love for ketchup even landed him an endorsement deal with Hunt's. 

Ravens working virtually after multiple positive COVID-19 tests

It is not known if the positive tests came from players, coaches or other staff members. 

Three-time All-Star Marc Gasol signs two-year, $5.3 million deal with Lakers

Los Angeles put a priority on bringing in the Spaniard after losing Dwight Howard to the Philadelphia 76ers in free agency.

Bogdan Bogdanovic feels 'de-prioritized' by Kings?

Bogdanovic appears to be intent on leaving the Kings because he feels unwanted by the franchise.