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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.

Marlins parting ways with president of baseball operations Michael Hill

The Miami Marlins announced Sunday that they are parting ways with president of baseball operations Michael Hill despite the team's first postseason appearance since 2003.

Joe Thornton on signing with Maple Leafs: 'I need to win a Stanley Cup'

Joe Thornton's decision to sign with the Toronto Maple Leafs was a shocking one, but they do have a much better shot at winning the Stanley Cup than the San Jose Sharks.

Astros' Lance McCullers Jr.: 'We weren't on a revenge tour'

Houston spent the entire season as baseball's biggest villain after being outed for cheating en route to a 2017 World Series title. However, the 2020 campaign wasn't about getting revenge on the critics — at least according to Lance McCullers Jr.

Manchester City's Sergio Aguero grabs female referee while arguing call

Manchester City forward Sergio Aguero could find himself in a bit of trouble with the Premier League after grabbing a female referee by the shoulder while arguing a call during his team's 1-0 win over Arsenal on Saturday. 

Report: NFL had no new positive COVID tests; all Sunday games still on

There are zero new positive coronavirus tests around the league, meaning all of Sunday's games will be played as scheduled. 

Patriots' Sony Michel, Shaq Mason, Derek Rivers land on reserve/COVID list

The New England Patriots have placed more players on their reserve/COVID list.

Report: Raiders hosting newly reinstated David Irving for tryout

Former Dallas Cowboys defensive end David Irving was recently reinstated by the NFL, and now it appears he already has a tryout lined up. 

Falcons place DE John Cominsky on reserve/COVID list

Another Atlanta Falcons player has found himself on the reserve/COVID list.

Jamaal Williams roasts Tom Brady: 'My QB knows what fourth down is'

While Brady is widely seen as the greatest of all time, Packers running back Jamaal Williams might think otherwise.

Browns' Jarvis Landry to honor Mac Miller with custom cleats vs. Steelers

The Cleveland Browns are traveling to Pittsburgh to take on the Steelers at Heinz Field on Sunday, and wide receiver Jarvis Landry is going to sport some very special cleats. 

Chiefs WR Sammy Watkins ruled out vs. Bills

Watkins could reportedly be out a couple of weeks after suffering a hamstring injury against the Las Vegas Raiders last week.

Clemson's Trevor Lawrence throws for five TDs, 391 yards in first half

It took Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence half a game to unleash his best performance of the 2020 season. 

Report: Liverpool's Virgil van Dijk tore ACL, could miss 7-8 months

Virgil van Dijk was tackled by Everton goalkeeper Jordan Pickford in the opening minutes of the match and immediately was transferred to the hospital.

Liverpool ask Premier League to investigate VAR decisions during draw vs. Everton

Liverpool reportedly asked the Premier League to investigate why Pickford's tackle was not looked at by VAR official David Coote. They also asked the PL to explain how Mane was determined to be offside on the disallowed Henderson goal.

Mike McCarthy optimistic Leighton Vander Esch will return for 'MNF'

A Monday return would put Vander Esch ahead of the reported six- to eight-week recovery period. 

Drew Lock set to return, but Broncos offense to be without top players

Starting quarterback Drew Lock is set to return for the Denver Broncos on Sunday, but Vic Fangio's squad will be missing some of the QB's top targets.

Broncos RB coach Curtis Modkins tests positive for COVID-19

Broncos running backs coach Curtis Modkins has tested positive for COVID-19.

Bruins have shown interest in veteran defenseman Karl Alzner?

Alzner, who is 32-years-old, has played in just 13 NHL games over the last two seasons. That's not exactly ideal for a team that just lost one of their best defensemen in Krug. 

Nick Saban cleared to coach vs. Georgia after third straight negative COVID-19 test

Nick Saban will be on the sideline Saturday night as Alabama takes on the No. 3-ranked Georgia Bulldogs. 

Liverpool's Jordan Henderson at a loss for words after disallowed goal

Henderson scored in extra time to put Liverpool up 3-2 over Everton, but the goal was disallowed after Sadio Mane was called for being offside.

Former Cowboys DE David Irving reinstated by NFL from indefinite suspension

Former Dallas Cowboys defensive end David Irving can finally sign with an NFL club after being suspended indefinitely. 

Bills attempting to trademark 'Bills Mafia'

Buffalo Bills fans have long been dubbed as "Bills Mafia," and now it appears the team intends to sell merchandise with that phrase on it. 

Rays' Charlie Morton not surprised Astros tied ALCS series

The Astros found a way to climb out of an 0-3 hole in the ALCS against the Rays, and people are stunned. Rays right-hander (and former Astro) Charlie Morton, though, wasn't surprised to see his old team put up a fight.

Melvin Gordon won't travel with Broncos due to strep throat diagnosis

The Denver Broncos still are traveling this weekend to take on the Patriots despite a New England player testing positive for the coronavirus on Friday,  Denver will be traveling a little lighter, though, as RB Melvin Gordon will miss the game with strep throat.

Nick Saban needs one more negative COVID-19 test to return vs. Georgia

Alabama head coach Nick Saban may not be on the sideline when the Crimson Tide take on the No. 3 Georgia Bulldogs on Saturday due to the coronavirus, but one more negative COVID test could change that.