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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.

Little League shares video of Cody Bellinger home run from 2007 LLWS

At the time, a young Bellinger was representing Chandler, Ariz., in the LLWS. With two outs in the top of the third inning, Bellinger hit a two-run homer to extend Arizona's lead over Maryland.

Braves interested in bringing back Marcell Ozuna, extending Freddie Freeman

Ozuna is a free agent while Freeman's contract expires at the end of 2021, and the Braves would be crazy to let either player walk away from the club. It appears they don't plan on letting that happen. 

Mookie Betts after stealing base in World Series: 'TACOS ON ME!'

This isn't Betts' first-time winning everyone in the United States a free taco, though. He did it back in 2018 as a member of the Boston Red Sox ... against the Dodgers. 

Anonymous NBA agent: If league wants to align with Black Lives Matter 'they're really hurting themselves'

Once players get word of this anonymous agent essentially saying that players shouldn't be advocating for racial equality, they'll figure out who he is.

Former Wichita State star Antoine Carr: Gregg Marshall 'should be done'

Wichita State is investigating head basketball coach Gregg Marshall for allegations of physical and verbal abuse of student-athletes.  

Rob Manfred wants to keep expanded playoffs, extra-innings rule past 2020 season

MLB implemented those rule changes for the 2020 schedule to make the 60-game season more practical amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Josh McDaniels admits he needs to do a better job of getting Julian Edelman going

Patriots offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels said the team wants Edelman to be more involved moving forward, but also stated that everyone needs to be better after dropping to 2-3 with an 18-12 loss to the Denver Broncos.

Ravens All-Pro QB Lamar Jackson not worried about stats decline

Since taking over as Baltimore's starting quarterback midway through the 2018 campaign, Jackson is 24-4, which is the best record in the NFL in that span.

Brian Flores: Starting Tua Tagovailoa is what's best for Dolphins

With Miami sitting second in the AFC East, ahead of the New England Patriots, Tagovailoa will have the opportunity to do something special -- get the Dolphins into the postseason for the first time since 2016.

California will allow fans to attend outdoor professional sporting events

Up to 14,000 fans could attend Levi's Stadium events under state guidance, but county health officials believe putting fans into a situation like that will cause the coronavirus to spread more than it already has.

Clayton Kershaw thinks Dodgers are unbeatable if team plays its best

Kershaw's words may end up being true if the Dodgers win the Fall Classic, but the series may not end until next week, at the latest. 

Dodgers rookie Tony Gonsolin to get start in Game 2 of World Series

The Rays plan to counter Gonsolin with Blake Snell, who has been solid through the postseason thus far.

Padres star Tommy Pham stabbing suspect still on the loose

Pham is expected to make a full recovery and he'll likely be just fine for the 2021 season.

Penguins, Flyers ‘reverse retro’ jerseys leaked?

While nothing has been confirmed, this certainly seems like something NHL fans will be on board with for the coming seasons. After all, who doesn't like a good throwback jersey?

Celtics' Marcus Smart makes surprising admission about life in NBA bubble

Smart discussed how he put things into perspective after testing positive for the coronavirus.

Sean Payton: Playing at LSU's Tiger Stadium 'would be exciting'

LSU has been allowed to host fans at 25% capacity this season, so if the Saints were to eventually play at Tiger Stadium, the capacity limit could be the same or very similar. 

Rays name Tyler Glasnow starter for Game 1 of World Series

Tampa Bay also announced that Blake Snell will get the start in Game 2.

Nathan MacKinnon post leads to speculation Avalanche may wear Nordiques jerseys next season

MacKinnon shared a photo to his Instagram story of his hockey gloves, but they aren't the traditional blue color the Avs sport in their uniform.

Reds GM Nick Krall to run team's baseball operations

Krall, 42, will be tasked with getting the Reds back into the postseason after being eliminated in the wild-card round this year. 

Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh: WR Nico Collins 'not participating in football right now'

Collins originally said he'd return for his senior season, but the ongoing coronavirus pandemic reportedly made him decide to opt out before the Big Ten announced its plans to resume.

Charles Barkley, Phil Mickelson to take on Stephen Curry, Peyton Manning in charity golf match

Phil Mickelson and Peyton Manning are set to return to the golf course, but this time they'll face some new opponents.

Titans' Taylor Lewan out for season with torn ACL

The Titans' OT win over Houston was costly as the team will be without Taylor Lewan for the remainder of the season. The offensive tackle confirmed Monday that he suffered a torn ACL the day prior.

MLS announces multiple initiatives to combat racism

It's not surprising to see MLS enact these initiatives. Promotion of social justice is something all North American sports leagues have done in recent months.

Aaron Rodgers: Ndamukong Suh rivalry 'goes back a long time'

Looking into the past, one of the most unforgettable moments between the two players came in 2014, when Suh stepped on Rodgers' leg during a chilly game between the Packers and Detroit Lions at Lambeau Field.

Did Titans' Mike Vrabel make one of the smartest play calls of season vs. Texans?

This move makes Vrabel look like a genius, though it isn't necessarily surprising to see him make such a smart call.