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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.

Dodgers pitcher Trevor Bauer reportedly faced previous protection order from Ohio woman in 2020

Bauer and his representatives forcefully denied the allegations.

Justin Fields' command of Bears offense 'improving every single day'

The Chicago Bears appear to be happy with Justin Fields' progression throughout training camp this summer. ESPN's Jeremy Fowler said during an appearance

NHLPA 'strongly encourages' players to get fully vaccinated, warns of potential consequences if they aren't

NHL players were "strongly encouraged" by the NHL Players' Association last week to get fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and warned of potential consequences if they do not do so, according to The Athletic's Michael Russo and Katie Strang.

Bills HC Sean McDermott on Jake Fromm: 'He doesn't seem to be fazed'

Buffalo Bills head coach Sean McDermott was happy with what he saw from Jake Fromm in his team's preseason win over the Detroit Lions on Friday. 

Raptors signing Dalano Banton to two-year, $2.5 million rookie deal

Banton, who was born in Toronto, became the first Canadian drafted by the Raptors when he was selected 46th overall this summer.

Report: Pac-12, Big Ten, ACC in discussions to create alliance

The news comes after it was revealed that Big 12 giants Oklahoma and Texas have plans to join the SEC.

Aaron Rodgers lobbies for Packers to bring back Clay Matthews

Aaron Rodgers, Randall Cobb and David Bakhtiari are lobbying for the Green Bay Packers to bring back Clay Matthews for the 2021 season. 

Eagles HC Nick Sirianni pleased with Jalen Hurts' performance in first preseason game

Hurts completed three of seven passes for 54 yards and also had one carry for four yards. 

Report: Seahawks 'not budging' on latest contract offer to Jamal Adams

As of now, Adams is set to play the 2021 season on his $9.86 million fifth-year option.

49ers GM John Lynch: Jimmy Garoppolo is starting QB, Trey Lance 'pushing' for job

Lynch previously noted that Garoppolo has been playing his best football this summer at training camp following Lance's arrival.

Patriots QB Cam Newton posts cryptic Instagram message: 'Loyalty, I deserve it'

It's unclear what Newton is referring to, but some might believe he's referring to his current competition with rookie Mac Jones for New England's starting quarterback position.

Bruins add 2011 Stanley Cup champions Chris Kelly, Adam McQuaid to staff

Kelly will serve as an assistant coach and McQuaid will be the team's player development coordinator. The Bruins also hired Ryan Mougenel as head coach of the Providence Bruins.

Colts optimistic about Kwity Paye's ankle injury: 'It was pretty mild'

Indianapolis Colts first-round pick Kwity Paye left practice with an ankle injury earlier this week, but it appears he didn't suffer a serious injury. 

RB Dion Lewis announces retirement from NFL after 10 seasons

Lewis reportedly drew interest from several teams but decided to hang up his cleats.

Seahawks reportedly want to address Duane Brown's contract after 2021 season

Brown, who turns 36 later this month, is a four-time Pro Bowler and was an All-Pro in 2012.

Former Hart Trophy winner Joe Thornton signs one-year contract with Panthers

Joe Thornton is on to his third team in three NHL seasons. 

Thanasis Antetokounmpo agrees to two-year deal with Bucks

Antetokounmpo has spent the last two seasons with Milwaukee, appearing in 57 regular-season games and 13 playoff contests last season. 

Rockets rookie Jalen Green will likely miss remainder of Summer League with hamstring tightness

The No. 2 overall pick in last month's draft left Thursday's 92-76 loss to the Toronto Raptors in the first half and did not return.

Ryan Fitzpatrick 'thought it was a joke at first' when Dolphins benched him for Tua Tagovailoa last season

The Dolphins are Tagovailoa's team now. If he doesn't impress over the next several seasons, Miami might be looking for a new quarterback.

Steelers HC Mike Tomlin: Dwayne Haskins 'in command' in preseason opener

Haskins completed 16-of-22 passes for 161 yards and a touchdown in Thursday's 24-16 win.

Mac Jones asked Cam Newton for advice before preseason debut with Patriots

Jones completed 13-of-19 passes for 87 yards with no touchdowns and no interceptions. He was undoubtedly New England's best quarterback on Thursday night.

Lakers reportedly considering signing veteran guard Isaiah Thomas

Thomas proved that he can still compete at a high level after scoring 81 points in a Crawsover Pro-Am game in Seattle on Sunday.