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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.

Red Sox chairman: 'Let's revisit Mookie Betts trade in 12 years'

It's hard to imagine why the Red Sox decided to trade Betts instead of signing him to a long-term deal, though Werner does make a point by insinuating that the right fielder won't be nearly as good towards the end of his deal. 

Falcons RB Todd Gurley prepared to sit out if NFL, NFLPA can't agree on coronavirus plan

The Falcons certainly will be missing Gurley if he decides to sit out after acquiring him following his release from the Los Angeles Rams in March.

Dr. Anthony Fauci's first pitch honored with Topps Trading Card

The card will be available on Topps' website for just 24 hours, according to TMZ.

Knicks, Nets monitoring Zach LaVine as potential trade target

If Zach LaVine becomes available on the trade market, could he be headed to New York?

Report: Jason Kidd a front-runner for Knicks' head coaching job

The Knicks reportedly view Kidd "as a conduit" to attracting big-name free agents, but some within the organization have questioned his coaching ability.

Blue Jays confirm they'll play home games in Buffalo this season

The Blue Jays will play their first home game on July 29 against the Washington Nationals after their season-opening series against the Tampa Bay Rays.

Mookie Betts' deal with Dodgers will pay him until he's 52 years old

Betts' deal is the second largest in baseball history behind the $426.5 million deal Mike Trout signed through the 2030 season. 

Rockets' Austin Rivers leaves NBA's Orlando bubble for family matter

Rockets guard Austin Rivers has left the bubble complex due to an urgent family matter, and hopes to return to Orlando sometime this weekend.

Cavaliers' Tristan Thompson lists L.A. mansion for $8.5 million

The home is about 10,000 square feet with seven bedrooms and seven and a half bathrooms. It comes with a pool, outdoor kitchen and bar, spa, foyer, marble fireplace, firepit, home movie theatre and a guest house. 

Giants pitcher declines to kneel before national anthem on Opening Day

Giants pitcher Sam Coonrod didn't kneel with the rest of his teammates and opponents, saying his religion and personal feelings about Black Lives Matter wouldn't allow him to do so. 

Premier League confirms Sept. 12 start for 2020-21 season

The current season will end on July 26, and teams who aren't competing in European competition will have nearly two months to prepare for the campaign. 

Liverpool's Fabinho has house broken into during Premier League title celebration

Police say jewelry and an Audi RS6 were stolen, though the car was found 20 miles from the home

Chris Wondolowski doesn't close door on MLS return next season

Wondolowski won the Golden Boot in 2010 and 2012 while also claiming the league MVP award in 2012 as well. He recently became the oldest MLS player to score in consecutive games. 

Jamal Adams slams Adam Gase: 'I don't feel like he's the right leader for the Jets organization'

The 24-year-old has been unhappy about his situation with the Jets for a long time, and even requested a trade from the organization in more recent months.

LeBron James: Black Lives Matter movement is 'a walk of life'

In his postgame comments, James didn't focus on how the Lakers handled Luka Doncic and the Mavericks, he instead brought light to getting justice for Breonna Taylor.

Dodgers star Mookie Betts explains decision to kneel during national anthem

Betts' presentation came nearly four years after he said he would always stand during the national anthem out of respect for his father who served in the Air Force during the Vietnam War.

MLB to unveil Black Lives Matter logo on pitcher's mound for Nationals-Yankees

The Nationals and Yankees will remember and honor all front-line workers who have fought against the coronavirus as well.

Red Sox install massive Black Lives Matter billboard outside Fenway Park

The Boston Red Sox are promoting inclusivity like never before with their latest installment to Fenway Park.  Boston installed a 252-foot long, 20-feet tall Black Lives Matter billboard outside of Fenway Park that overlooks the Massachusetts Turnpike.

UBS reaches 20-year naming rights deal for Islanders' Belmont Park arena

The agreement is for 20 years, but UBS didn't reveal the firm's annual fee for the naming rights.

Jets owner Woody Johnson being investigated for racist, sexist comments

Johnson, according to CNN, didn't deny the allegations and the White House had no response. The NFL also declined to comment and directed questions to the State Department. 

Chris Paul, Carmelo Anthony, Dwyane Wade partner to create Social Change Fund

The trio has launched the Social Change Fund which aims to invest in and help organizations that support communities of color with policy solutions, community representation and narrative change.