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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.

Paul Pierce's horrible LeBron James take sends internet into frenzy

Paul Pierce's bad LeBron James drew derision from all corners of the internet, including criticism from a couple of NFL players.

NFL insider picks two landing spots for Jadeveon Clowney

While he's requesting a boatload of money, many teams have also held off on signing Clowney due to the inability to conduct in-person medical examinations due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Medical experts skeptical of Tom Brady's new immunity vitamins

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady is receiving plenty of flack for launching his new $45 TB12 immunity booster vitamins amid the coronavirus pandemic, and it's not just the average joes criticizing him via social media.

World reacts to death of Ex-WWE star Shad Gaspard

Ex-WWE star Shad Gaspard was found dead at Venice Beach on Wednesday morning after being caught in a rip current and disappearing on Sunday, the L.A. County Coroner told TMZ.

Report: Taysom Hill will 'be the guy' for Saints after Drew Brees retires

Hill has been with the Saints since 2017, but has been more utilized as a jack of all trades, spending time at many different positions in Sean Payton's offense.

Nationals to hold virtual World Series ring ceremony

While this situation is unfortunate for the Nationals and their fans, it's unknown whether or not they'll have another celebration when fans finally can return to the ballpark after COVID-19 concerns die down.

Timberwolves partnering with Mayo Clinic to lead NBA coronavirus study

The NBA was the first professional sports league in the United States to halt its season after a player, Utah Jazz center Rudy Gobert, tested positive for the novel virus.

Ex-WWE star Shad Gaspard found dead on Venice Beach

According to TMZ, Gaspard was stuck in the current with his 10-year-old son Aryeh, and told lifeguards to focus on rescuing him first, but when they returned to rescue Gaspard he had disappeared.

Patriots solidify defense with Patrick Chung extension

Chung has been a staple in New England's secondary since being selected by the team in the 2009 draft, despite leaving for a year in 2013 to play with the Philadelphia Eagles.

Astros' sign-stealing docuseries reason for Alex Bregman leaving agency?

Bregman also had other reasons for leaving Scoffield and Klutch Sports, Rosenthal said, including his dissatisfaction with his agent's guidance during the Astros' scandal.

Patriots book titled 'The Dynasty' to be released in September

Someone was bound to write a book New England's dominance over the years, and a September release makes too much sense with Brady now off to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Ray Bourque wants Torey Krug to play entire career with Bruins

Krug, an undrafted free agent, has been a staple in Boston's defense since the 2013-14 campaign when he tallied 40 points (14 goals, 26 assists) in 79 games.

Bruins' Bruce Cassidy: We were told 'don't plan on playing until the end of the summer'

NHL commissioner Gary Bettman noted canceling the season is the last thing he wants to do, so the league has been discussing various ways in which players can return to the ice.

Ryan Fitzpatrick excited to work with Tua Tagovailoa

Although he's an NFL veteran, Fitzpatrick hasn't necessarily been impressive up to this point in his career. The seventh-round pick has gone 55-83-1 with 210 touchdowns, 32,886 yards and a 60.3 completion percentage.

Governor Gavin Newsom says sports could return in California in June

California Governor Gavin Newsom announced that in the coming days and weeks, the state is prepared to allow professional sports can resume, without fans, in June. They have multiple options for where games can be played.

Bartolo Colon targeting MLB comeback at age 47

Bartolo Colon turns 47 next week and is ready to prove that 47-year-olds can still play professional sports at a high level, even though Tom Brady, 42, is doing something similar in the NFL.

New York governor tells state's teams to prepare for games without fans

The future of sports in the United States is uncertain, but that doesn't mean states aren't preparing for sports to resume at some point.

Packers QB Aaron Rodgers compares quarantine to 'house arrest'

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers is sick of staying home and compares coronavirus quarantine and social distancing to house arrest of all things.

Jazz F Bojan Bogdanovic to have season-ending wrist surgery

If the 2019-20 NBA season resumes amid the coronavirus pandemic, the Utah Jazz will be short a player... and it doesn't bode well for their playoff chances.

Michael Phelps sees a similarly aggressive competitor in himself as Michael Jordan

Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps idolized Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan growing up, so it's not hard to see why he turned into such a fantastic athlete.

Michael Jordan's 'flu game' was actually food poisoning

Despite experiencing flu-like symptoms, which evidently were actually food poisoning symptoms, Jordan scored 38 points in 44 minutes en route to the Chicago Bulls' Game 5 victory vs. the Utah Jazz.

Michael Jordan's game worn 1985 Air Jordan's sell for $560K

ESPN's "The Last Dance" documentary has sparked a whole new level of interest in the Chicago Bulls legend, which is leading to a countless number of Jordan memorabilia auctions.

Chargers 'absolutely' considered signing Cam Newton

While Lynn noted that Newton is a "tremendous quarterback" and will be on someone's roster come the start of the 2020 campaign, it's hard to ignore his more recent injury history.

Frank Reich: 'I'm optimistic' Phillip Rivers will spend multiple years with Colts

With Brissett's contract up after this season, Reich will be hoping Rivers doesn't retire after just one season with the organization.

Michael Jordan's signed White Sox cleats sell for $93K

ESPN's "The Last Dance" documentary has sparked an even higher interest in Jordan, and his White Sox cleats aren't the only item that's sold or been put up for auction recently.