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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.

Florida becomes first state to allow college athletes to sign paid endorsement deals

A formal proposal for the new rules is set to be submitted to the NCAA board no later than October, and it will then vote on the proposal some time before January 2021.

Report: Terminated Capitals forward Brendan Leipsic to sign with KHL's CSKA

Disgraced former Capitals forward Brendan Leipsic has found a new home in the KHL with CSKA Moscow.

Majority of Americans now support NFL players' right to protest during national anthem

A majority (52 %) of Americans now agree that it's okay for NFL players to kneel during the national anthem

Bruins GM Don Sweeney applauds Patrice Bergeron, Zdeno Chara's efforts against racism

Bruins general manager Don Sweeney applauded the efforts by both players, and noted he fully supports their decision to protest racial injustice. 

Spurs' Lonnie Walker IV reveals he was sexually abused as a child

The video accompanying Walker's Instagram post shows him covering his face as a barber cuts his hair and Walker narrating his hair history with corresponding images.

Unnamed Boston Bruins player tested positive for coronavirus

Although the player tested positive, he underwent two subsequent tests which both came back negative and the player remains asymptomatic.

Coach Hue Jackson wanted Colin Kaepernick to join Browns in 2017

Kaepernick hasn't been on an NFL roster since the conclusion of the 2016 campaign, which was the same year he became a target of criticism for kneeling during the national anthem to protest police brutality and racial injustice.

Clemson removing John C. Calhoun's name from Honors College

John C. Calhoun, the pro-slavery former Vice President of the U.S., has had his name removed from Clemson's Honors College after famous alumni like DeAndre Hopkins and current star Trevor Lawrence called for its removal.

Yankees first-round pick Austin Wells grew up a Red Sox fan

Wells was drafted as a power-hitting catcher and hopes to continue playing the position at the professional level. However, he also noted he's willing to switch positions to make his dreams come true if it comes down to it. 

Report: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's son arrested for allegedly stabbing neighbor

Police responded to a call about a stabbing on June 9 around 10 p.m. and Jabbar's son was booked on one count of assault with a deadly weapon. He has since been released from police custody.

David Pastrnak ties Jaromir Jagr's record with fourth-straight Czech Player of Year Award

Pastrnak had a breakout year in 2019-20 before the regular season was ultimately halted and then finished due to the coronavirus pandemic. The 24-year-old recorded a career-high 48 goals and 95 points.

NBA executive on transaction window: 'I don't know if there will be lots of movement'

\The league is expected to propose more medical protocols in the coming days, as well including bench players sitting in spread out rows, inactive players sitting in the stands and no guests until the playoffs.

Alex Cora on Astros' sign-stealing scandal: 'We were all responsible'

The Red Sox parted ways with Cora after he was suspended by Major League Baseball and he remained silent about the matter out of respect for the investigation

Antonio Brown hints at signing with new NFL team soon

There has been no report of which team may be interested in the 31-year-old, but Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady liked the post.

Report: Patriots RB Sony Michel recovering from foot surgery

This isn't the first time the 25-year-old has suffered an injury to his leg. He's battled multiple knee injuries since New England selected him in the 2018 draft, but he's only missed three games as a result.

Report: NBA broadcasters won't call games from Walt Disney World

The NBA season is set to resume this summer with a 22-team format at Walt Disney World following a hiatus due to the coronavirus pandemic, and we're slowly beginning to learn more details surrounding the return to action.

Eintracht Frankfurt wearing special 'Black Lives Matter' jerseys during DFB-Pokal semifinal

Athletes in the United States aren't the only ones supporting the Black Lives Matter movement to end racial injustice and police brutality.

Robert Griffin III: 'I want to be a starter again'

Robert Griffin III doesn't want to be riding the bench for the entirety of his NFL career and hopes he will get another shot at a starting job. 

Tyson Fury, Anthony Joshua reach huge two-fight agreement

Both boxers are looking to break records and make history when they step in to the ring next year, provided, of course, they sign official contracts. 

MLS commissioner: Players will be allowed to kneel during national anthem

The commissioner said the league supports the rights of players to kneel.

NHL players officially hit the ice for practice in preparation for season resume

A maximum of six players can skate at once with no coaches or team personnel allowed. Players also must wear face coverings when they aren't exercising or on the ice.

Report: NFL, NFLPA discussing possibility of shortening 2020 preseason

The NFL and NFLPA are discussing the possibility of shortening the 2020 preseason from four games to two.

Report: All NFL teams to report for training camp on July 28

Obviously things could change prior to next month due to the pandemic, but all signs are pointing to the league starting up on time come August.

Bubba Wallace to have 'Black Lives Matter' paint scheme for Martinsville race

NASCAR's Bubba Wallace is taking his support of the "Black Lives Matter" movement to the next level. 

Jameis Winston: 'Historically I'm one of the best quarterbacks to play the game'

Jameis Winston still sounds pretty confident in himself despite no longer having a starting quarterback gig in the NFL.