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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.

Ja Morant wants explanation from voter who prevented unanimous Rookie of the Year choice

It seemed like Morant was headed toward a unanimous selection, but he fell one vote shy.

Buccaneers' Chris Godwin officially ruled out for Week 2 vs. Panthers

Losing Godwin is a huge loss for the Buccaneers — more specifically for Tom Brady. The six-time Super Bowl champion targeted Godwin seven times, with the wide receiver reeling in six catches for 79 yards — a team-high. 

Florida State head coach Mike Norvell tests positive for coronavirus

Norvell will not be available to coach next week's game against Miami. Deputy head coach Chris Thomsen will handle all head coaching responsibilities in Norvell's absence. 

Former NBA guard Ty Lawson dropped by Chinese Basketball Association team

The Fujian Sturgeons said Saturday that they cut ties with Ty Lawson due to "inappropriate comments" he allegedly made on social media.

Report: Celtics optimistic Gordon Hayward will play Game 3 vs. Heat

Hayward suffered a Grade 3 right ankle sprain during Game 1 of Boston's first-round series against Philadelphia and hasn't played since.

USMNT's Gio Reyna becomes second-youngest American to score Bundesliga goal

Reyna scored his first-ever Bundesliga goal against Borussia Monchengladbach on Sunday, becoming the second-youngest American to score a goal in the German professional league at 17-years and 311 days old. 

Astros' Justin Verlander announces he'll have Tommy John surgery

Verlander announced via Instagram on Saturday that he'll undergo Tommy John surgery.

'Real possibility' Tarik Cohen, Bears agree to extension ahead of Week 2?

There's a "real possibility" that the Bears and Tarik Cohen agree to a contract extension ahead of the team's Week 2 matchup against the New York Giants. 

Barcelona's Luis Suarez unlikely to complete transfer to Juventus

Although Juventus need a center-forward, there was not enough time for Suarez to obtain an Italian passport ahead of the season. 

Report: Warriors assistant Mike Brown interviewing for Pacers HC job

The Pacers also are expected to consider former Houston Rockets head coach Mike D'Antoni for their open coaching position. 

Big Ten releases full 2020 football schedule

We finally have our first look at the Big Ten's 2020 football schedule.  

Lakers' LeBron James reveals MVP voting totals made him angry

LeBron James came in second place behind Giannis Antetokounmpo for the league's MVP award, and he wasn't afraid to voice his displeasure about that on Friday. 

Alex Pietrangelo seeking new contract worth over $9M per season?

If he were to land a deal for that kind of money, Pietrangelo would become one of the league's highest-paid defensemen.

Report: Allen Robinson, Bears resume contract negotiations

Robinson has been the Bears' No. 1 receiver since joining the team in 2018.

Megan Rapinoe, Sam Kerr top 'FIFA 21' women's ratings

United States Women's National Team star Megan Rapinoe tops all women's players with a 93 overall rating. Australia's Samantha Kerr and France's Wendie Renard close out the top three rated at 92. 

Falcons star WR Julio Jones 'good to go' vs. Cowboys

Jones has been dealing with a hamstring injury throughout the week and has been limited in practice. 

Lightning captain Steven Stamkos to miss Game 1 but not ruled out of Stanley Cup Final

The 30-year-old hasn't played a game since the regular season was halted in March.

Giannis Antetokounmpo: 'Don't call me MVP until I'm a champion'

Antetokounmpo is eligible to sign a super-max extension with the Bucks, but many teams are interested in pursuing his services if he becomes a free agent, including the Heat and Los Angeles Clippers.

Chris Godwin doubtful for Buccaneers' home opener against Panthers with concussion

It's rumored that Godwin suffered the concussion when he took a helmet-to-helmet hit from New Orleans Saints safety D.J. Swearinger in the Bucs' Week 1 win against their division rival. 

C.J. Anderson retiring from NFL after seven-year career

Anderson entered the league as an undrafted free agent out of the University of California, Berkeley in 2013. He signed with the Denver Broncos and the team reached Super Bowl XLVIII in his rookie season.

Baker Mayfield: 'Hype is real' for Joe Burrow

Burrow completed 37-of-61 passes for 316 yards and three touchdowns on the night, but it still wasn't enough to beat Mayfield.

Report: Brad Stevens held team meeting with Celtics leaders following locker room arguments

Although they're down two games in the series, it appears players have learned from their Game 2 frustrations and will focus on the task at hand come Game 3.

Actor finds Michael Jordan autographed bat in trunk of car

Hollywood actor and stuntman Tony Todd revealed that he had a Louisville Slugger bat autographed by Jordan sitting in the trunk of his 1966 Pontiac LeMans for 13 years.

Trading Odell Beckham Jr. has 'not been taken off the table' for Browns

At the time Beckham Jr. was traded to the Browns, many believed the club would achieve great success. That proved to just be a dream, though, as Beckham Jr.'s situation in Cleveland has been quite rocky.

Bengals tight end C.J. Uzomah out for season with torn Achilles

Uzomah went down after he caught a five-yard pass from Burrow with a little more than eight minutes left in the game. He quickly removed his helmet and was carted off the field.