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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.

Report: Lionel Messi joining Paris Saint-Germain increases likelihood Kylian Mbappe signs long-term extension

Mbappe has spent the last four seasons in Paris after beginning his career with Monaco. In 91 starts, he has 90 goals and 28 assists.

Dodgers pitcher Trevor Bauer has administrative leave extended for fourth time

Bauer has been on administrative leave since July 2 and still may face a suspension from baseball even if he is not legally charged.

Peyton Manning honored Tom Brady is attending his Pro Football Hall of Fame induction

During his tenure with the New England Patriots, Brady's rivalry with Manning included some of the NFL's most memorable games, both when Manning was with the Indianapolis Colts and later with the Denver Broncos. 

Paris Saint-Germain emerge as favorite to sign Lionel Messi

If PSG was to sign Messi, he would be reunited with former Barcelona teammate Neymar. He would also be the team's latest signing this summer, joining Gianluigi Donnarumma, Sergio Ramos and Georginio Wijnaldum.

Rays, Cubs discussed trades involving Kevin Kiermaier, Tyler Glasnow, Craig Kimbrel, Kris Bryant

Bryant was ultimately traded to the San Francisco Giants, and Kimbrel was dealt to the Chicago White Sox.

Eagles first-round pick DeVonta Smith to miss two to three weeks with sprained MCL

Philadelphia selected the reigning Heisman Trophy winner out of Alabama with the 10th overall pick in April's draft.

DeMar DeRozan, Knicks reportedly have mutual interest this summer

DeMar DeRozan has a big decision to make this summer in free agency as he's drawing interest from several clubs. 

Celtics interested in reunion with veteran point guard Isaiah Thomas?

Thomas spent two and a half seasons with the Celtics before being sent to the Cleveland Cavaliers as part of the Kyrie Irving trade prior to the 2017-18 campaign. 

Report: Stephen Curry to sign four-year, $215 million extension with Warriors

The Warriors have no intention of letting Curry get away. 

Mavericks star Luka Doncic to reportedly sign five-year, $202 million extension

Luka Doncic is closing in on a max extension with the Dallas Mavericks.  According to Marc Stein of The New York Times, Doncic will formally sign a five-year, $202 million extension after the Tokyo Olympics.

Browns RB Nick Chubb: 'It means a lot to me to be able to stay in Cleveland'

Chubb is happy he is staying in Cleveland and looking forward to continuing to build with the Browns. 

USWNT star Megan Rapinoe: Olympic semifinal loss to Canada 'bitter to swallow'

It's been a disappointing showing from the USWNT in Tokyo. 

Knicks, Pistons, Mavericks reportedly among teams interested in DeMar DeRozan

DeRozan is garnering plenty of interest as free agency looms. 

Warriors interested in reunion with 2015 NBA Finals MVP Andre Iguodala

Igoudala played six of his 17 NBA seasons with the Warriors from 2013-19, winning three titles with Golden State in that span. 

Kyle Lowry reportedly expected to join Heat via sign-and-trade with Raptors

Lowry's interest in Miami doesn't come as a surprise. He has been close with Butler since sharing the court with the Heat star at the 2016 Olympics. 

Bulls star Zach LaVine looking for 'respect' out of any new contract

The All-Star guard had a career year during the 2020-21 campaign, averaging 27.4 points, five rebounds and 4.9 assists per game while shooting 50.7% from the field and 41.9% from deep. 

Suns star Chris Paul declines $44 million player option for 2021-22 season

After the Suns fell in the NBA Finals to the Milwaukee Bucks, Paul made it known that he had interest in remaining in Phoenix next season and beyond. 

49ers HC Kyle Shanahan: If Jimmy Garoppolo plays his best, I don't know if any rookie can beat him out

Garoppolo has played well for the 49ers at times and has even led San Francisco to the Super Bowl. However, injuries have limited the 29-year-old to just one full season with the franchise since 2017.

Report: Harry Kane fails to report for Tottenham training as he pushes for move from club

Kane has spent the last nine seasons with Tottenham, scoring 162 goals in 220 starts. It was reported that he would demand a transfer if the Spurs missed the Champions League in 2020-21, which they did. 

U.S. gymnastics star Simone Biles returning to compete in beam final

Biles won bronze on beam at the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympics and is a three-time world champion in the event. 

Veteran RB Devonta Freeman, Saints agree to one-year deal

Freeman joins a running back group in New Orleans that is headlined by Alvin Kamara.

Chris Paul expected to remain with Suns on three-year, $90M deal?

With Paul likely returning to the Suns this summer, Phoenix can look elsewhere for potential upgrades in an effort to make another run to the NBA Finals next season. 

Ravens sign outside linebacker Justin Houston to one-year, $4 million deal

Houston reportedly turned down more money from other teams to pursue a championship with the Ravens. 

Aaron Rodgers: Returning to Packers is 'the best feeling'

Rodgers' future in Green Bay beyond 2021 is uncertain, and he could very well leave the organization in 2022. For now, at least he's focused on the season ahead.

Report: Celtics lose ground in contract discussions with Evan Fournier

It appears the Boston Celtics and Evan Fournier will part ways this summer.