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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.

Lamar Jackson hungry for playoff win: 'I'm tired of going home'

The Ravens have a good shot of going further into the playoffs this year, though getting through Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs certainly will be a challenge. 

Odell Beckham Jr. feels 'NFL season shouldn't happen'

Beckham Jr. didn't indicate whether or not he'd opt out of the season.

Flyers' Michael Raffl will miss time after suffering injury against Bruins on Sunday

Raffl even scored for the Flyers against Boston on Sunday, helping them secure a 4-1 victory to begin round-robin play with a 1-0 record. Quite frankly, his presence is going to be missed. 

Washington State football head coach warns wide receiver against joining unity group

Woods called Rolovich to inform him that'd he'd be opting out of the 2020 season because he has a sickle cell trait that puts him at higher risk for COVID-19 infection.

WCC creates 'Russell Rule' to encourage hiring of minorities

The WCC is the first Division 1 conference to implement a conference-wide diversity hiring initiative. 

Cardinals pitcher Jack Flaherty turns hotel room into bullpen amid team's COVID-19 outbreak

Throwing a baseball into a hotel room mattress isn't necessarily a great idea, but Flaherty, who is confined to his room, is trying to find ways to stay in shape. 

NBA adjusts protocols for players who return inconclusive coronavirus tests

The modified protocol will allow players to return to game action faster than they've been able to since teams reported to the bubble in July. 

Report: Patriots showing interest in three-time Pro Bowl TE Delanie Walker

Walker has struggled to remain healthy the past two seasons, playing just eight games in that span.

Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson purchases XFL for $15 million

The XFL filed for bankruptcy in April after the coronavirus pandemic caused the cancellation of its inaugural season.

Falcons sign CB Darqueze Dennard after Jaguars deal fell through in March

The 28-year-old was one of the Cincinnati Bengals' best defensive backs last season, leading the team in catch rate allowed below expectation: 16 completions on 36 targets.

Report: Willian to leave Chelsea if club doesn't meet contract demands

If they want to keep Willian, the Blues will likely need to up their offer. Otherwise he'll be on the move for the fourth time in his career.

Angels' Shohei Ohtani has MRI for discomfort in throwing arm

Ohtani pitched just 1.2 innings on Sunday against the Houston Astros and allowed two earned runs on five walks. He struck out three batters but threw only 25 of his 50 pitches for strikes. 

Magic's Jonathan Isaac suffers torn ACL in win over Kings

Isaac previously injured is left knee in January during a game against the Washington Wizards. However, it wasn't nearly as bad, as he just hyperextended it. 

Eagles head coach Doug Pederson tests positive for coronavirus

Before he can return to work, Pederson must return multiple negative tests. It's believed he contracted the virus outside of the Eagles' training facility.  

Report: Mets acquire outfielder Billy Hamilton from Giants

According to MLB.com's Anthony DiComo, the Mets have traded pitcher Jordan Humphreys to the San Francisco Giants for Billy Hamilton. 

Tuukka Rask out for Bruins' playoff opener vs. Flyers on Sunday

Bruins head coach Bruce Cassidy said Saturday that Rask is still feeling under the weather and was deemed unfit to participate.

Reds All-Star Joey Votto placed on injured list with coronavirus symptoms

The Reds All-Star first baseman was placed on the injured list because he's reportedly experiencing coronavirus symptoms, according to Cincinnati.com's Bobby Nightengale. 

Marlins report no new positive COVID-19 results in latest round of testing

The Miami Marlins got some more relatively good news on Sunday morning.

Report: David Beckham targeting Barcelona's Luis Suarez to be face of Inter Miami CF

Could Luis Suarez eventually land in Major League Soccer? It certainly is a possibility.  David Beckham, who owns Inter Miami CF, is reportedly looking to add a big name star to his organization via the transfer market.

Bengals QB Joe Burrow says he lost weight after NFL draft

Burrow is the Bengals' quarterback of the future, so they'll be delighted to hear the 23-year-old is taking much better care of his body than he once did. 

Blackhawks' Drake Caggiula to have hearing for check to the head of Oilers' Tyler Ennis

Drake Caggiula will have a hearing with the NHL Department of Player Safety on Sunday for an illegal check to the head of Edmonton Oilers forward Tyler Ennis. 

MLB believes Phillies' last two COVID-19 tests were false positives

The Philadelphia Phillies' minor coronavirus outbreak may be even less of a threat than we originally thought. 

Mike Trout's newborn son, unsurprisingly, has initials B.A.T.

Trout and his wife Jessica announced the birth of their son on Saturday. Beckham Aaron Trout, or B.A.T. for short, was born on July 30.

Browns' David Njoku rescinds trade request, is 'all-in' for 2020 season

It appears that David Njoku is ready to suit up for Cleveland in 2020.