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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.

Joe Sakic reveals Avalanche won't be making change in goal next season

Both Grubauer and Francouz suffered injuries during the Stanley Cup Playoffs this summer, and their injuries ultimately played a role in the club's second-round loss to the Dallas Stars.

Chiefs cornerback Charvarius Ward fractures hand in win over Texans

Ward has been with the Chiefs since 2018. In three seasons, he's recorded two interceptions, one forced fumble and 83 solo tackles. 

Joe Kelly visits new pouty face mural of himself near Dodger Stadium

Local mural artist Jonas Never painted Kelly's legendary pouty face used to mock Astros shortstop Carlos Correa on the side of Floyd’s 99 Barbershop in Silver Lake, which is less than two miles from the ballpark.

DeAndre Hopkins throws shade at Texans after season-opening loss?

The Texans were noticeably worse without Hopkins, though you'd have to think he doesn't necessarily care about the team's success, or lack thereof.

Texans' J.J. Watt upset about boos during pregame unity display with Chiefs

Kansas City allowed approximately 17,000 fans into Arrowhead Stadium for their home opener. With the stadium not full, both Andy Reid and Bill O'Brien revealed they didn't hear fans booing. 

Yankees' James Paxton has injury setback in return from flexor strain

Paxton hasn't played since Aug. 20 and underwent an MRI for elbow and forearm discomfort after a game against the Tampa Bay Rays. It was determined that he didn't need Tommy John surgery.

Kevin Durant 'excited' to work with, be coached by Steve Nash

Durant first worked out with Nash about seven or eight years ago and he revealed that it helped him understand how Nash's mind works. 

Clippers expected to pursue Giannis Antetokounmpo

If Milwaukee and the four-time All-Star can't work out a deal, they'll have to trade him before next season's trade deadline or risk losing him for nothing as an unrestricted free agent in 2021.

Report: 2020 NBA Draft likely to be pushed back to Nov. 18

Minnesota Timberwolves fans will have to wait a little longer to find out what the team will do with the first overall selection in the 2020 NBA Draft.

Myles Garrett wants to make peace with Mason Rudolph after helmet-swinging incident

Garrett was suspended a total of six games in 2019 after he hit Rudolph in the head with the QB's own helmet on Nov. 15. The 24-year-old claims that the incident was sparked by Rudolph using a racial slur, which the QB denies. 

Steve Nash: Kyrie Irving 'is one of my favorite players of all time'

Nash is looking forward to not only building his relationship with Irving, but with Kevin Durant as well.

Report: Giants to sign Justin Smoak after release from Brewers

The Brewers released Smoak on Tuesday after designating him for assignment last week. The 33-year-old hit .186 with five home runs and 15 RBI in 33 games for Milwaukee this season. 

Joe Burrow named Bengals team captain as rookie

Burrow's selection as a captain for the 2020 campaign isn't necessarily surprising given the amount of support he's received from teammates and coaches throughout training camp this offseason. 

Ben Roethlisberger reveals he's nervous for season opener

The six-time Pro Bowler injured his elbow after just two games last season and required surgery that ended his campaign.

Manchester United Women complete signing of USWNT World Cup winners Tobin Heath, Christen Press

Heath and Press won't be able to make their Women's Super League debuts this weekend against Birmingham City due to quarantine restrictions in place for those traveling from the United States to England.

Two-time Pro Bowl LB Ryan Shazier announces retirement from NFL

In four seasons as a member of the Steelers, Shazier made the Pro Bowl twice and recorded seven interceptions, seven forced fumbles, seven sacks and 299 tackles. 

Five-time Pro Bowl CB Aqib Talib announces retirement

Talib spent 12 years in the NFL, earning five Pro Bowl selections and winning one Super Bowl with the Denver Broncos in 2015.

Floyd Mayweather boxing prodigy Danny Gonzalez shot dead at 22

The 22-year-old was in Moreno Valley, Calif., on Sept. 7 around 9 p.m. when someone approached him and opened fire.

Report: MLB considering two playoff bubbles, neutral-site World Series at Globe Life Field

Entering a bubble situation could be the best thing for MLB. We've seen the NHL and NBA successfully eliminate the risk of COVID-19 infection by keeping players in an isolated situation.

Brian Cashman on Yankees' slump: 'Our fans deserve better baseball'

On Wednesday the Yankees will have a chance to snap their skid against the Blue Jays, though they'll have to dig deep if they want to get above the .500 threshold. 

Report: ACC coaches to propose 'all-inclusive' 2021 NCAA Tournament

This proposal certainly is an interesting one given the current coronavirus pandemic situation the world is dealing with.

Report: Jalen Ramsey agrees to massive five-year, $105 million extension with Rams

Ramsey is the fourth player since 2018 that the Rams have signed to a record-breaking extension, including Donald, Jared Goff and former running back Todd Gurley. 

Bruins expect Tuukka Rask to return for 2020-21 NHL season

It was later reported that Rask left the bubble due to a family issue, though fans still were relentless in their trashing of the Vezina Trophy nominee. 

Report: Rockets' Robert Covington clears concussion protocol, will be available for Game 4 vs. Lakers

Covington hit the floor with 4:50 remaining in the Rockets' 112-102 loss after taking an accidental elbow to the face from Davis.

DeMarcus Cousins lists Las Vegas mansion for $8 million

Cousins spent the majority of his time during the offseason in Las Vegas and did most of his training in the city. In his nine years in the NBA, Cousins made roughly $90 million.