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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.

July 16, 2021  |  Washington Nationals

Nationals' Starlin Castro placed on administrative leave after alleged domestic violence incident

Castro was placed on the restricted list one month ago due to what manager Davey Martinez said was a "family matter."

July 16, 2021  |  Portland Trail Blazers

Damian Lillard to address future with Trail Blazers after Friday's Team USA practice

Lillard is reportedly keen on joining the New York Knicks or Miami Heat if traded by the Blazers this summer. 

July 16, 2021  |  Chicago Cubs

Report: Cubs working on extensions for Javier Baez, Anthony Rizzo before trade deadline

Baez and Rizzo, both key contributors to the 2016 World Series-winning team, are set to become free agents after the 2021 campaign. 

July 16, 2021  |  NBA

Keldon Johnson, JaVale McGee replace Bradley Beal, Kevin Love on Team USA roster

McGee gives the Americans some much-needed size, while Johnson brings talent and conditioning. 

July 16, 2021  |  NHL

Bruins reportedly not in on Vladimir Tarasenko sweepstakes

Tarasenko requested a trade earlier this summer because he's reportedly unhappy with how the Blues handled his multiple shoulder surgeries. 

July 16, 2021  |  Cleveland Cavaliers

Cavaliers' Kevin Love withdrawing from Team USA, won't travel to Tokyo Olympics

Love has not played for Team USA since the 2012 London Olympics. At 32 years old, he might never get the opportunity to suit up for the Red, White and Blue again. 

July 16, 2021  |  Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Buccaneers to visit White House, celebrate Super Bowl title

At this point, it's unclear if all players and coaches will attend the Super Bowl celebration at the White House. 

July 16, 2021  |  Golden State Warriors

Report: Warriors' 'Plan A' involves trading lottery picks for 'starting-caliber player in his prime'

With Stephen Curry playing at an MVP level, Klay Thompson returning from injury and Draymond Green still finding ways to contribute, the Warriors believe they can be a true title contender next season. 

July 16, 2021  |  NBA

Tobias Harris, Christian Wood reportedly being considered as replacements for Bradley Beal on Team USA roster

Team USA has one exhibition match left against Spain on Sunday before traveling to Tokyo for the Olympics. Friday's rematch against Australia in Las Vegas was canceled due to COVID-19 protocols.

July 16, 2021  |  Minnesota Twins

Twins reportedly offered Byron Buxton extension worth more than $70 million

Buxton is set to be a free agent after the 2022 season. He was drafted by the Twins in 2012 and made his Major League Baseball debut in 2015. 

July 16, 2021  |  New Orleans Saints

Saints DT David Onyemata suspended for part of 2021 season after testing positive for banned substance

Onyemata previously served a one-game suspension in 2019 for having marijuana in his home. 

July 16, 2021  |  San Francisco 49ers

Police: Richard Sherman's father-in-law used pepper spray during altercation

Sherman is being investigated for two incidents that occurred Wednesday. Police received a report of a possibly impaired driver in the early morning hours on July 14.

July 13, 2021  |  MLB

Phillies considering reunion with 2008 World Series MVP Cole Hamels?

The 37-year-old spent the first 10 years of his career with the Phillies from 2006-15, winning the World Series with the club in 2008.

July 13, 2021  |  Soccer

Bayern Munich great Robert Lewandowski keen on move to Real Madrid?

Bayern Munich is reportedly worried Lewandowski could ask to leave Germany next summer when his transfer fee would be reduced to a more reasonable amount. 

July 13, 2021  |  Soccer

Man arrested after police inquiry into racist tweet sent to England's Marcus Rashford

The tweet reportedly appeared on the account of a youth football coach, who claims his Twitter account was hacked.  

July 13, 2021  |  NBA

Knicks reportedly lead pursuit of Cavaliers' Collin Sexton

Sexton was one of Cleveland's best players during the 2020-21 campaign, averaging 24.3 points, 3.1 rebounds and 4.4 assists per game while shooting 47.5% from the field and 37.1% from deep. 

July 13, 2021  |  Montreal Canadiens

Dominique Ducharme officially named Canadiens head coach, signs three-year extension

The Canadiens promoted Ducharme from assistant coach to interim head coach in February after firing Claude Julien.

July 13, 2021  |  Olympics

Roger Federer withdraws from Tokyo Olympics due to knee injury setback

Federer competed in the previous Olympic Games from 2000 to 2016.

July 13, 2021  |  Minnesota Wild

Wild buy out longtime franchise stalwarts Zach Parise, Ryan Suter

Zach Parise and Ryan Suter have been staples in the Minnesota Wild lineup since 2012. That will no longer be the case.

July 13, 2021  |  Philadelphia 76ers

Sixers reportedly entertaining trade offers for Ben Simmons

Teams that have engaged with Philadelphia have been met with a high threshold in terms of a return for the three-time All-Star.

July 13, 2021  |  NBA

Lakers reportedly 'most likely landing spot' for Carmelo Anthony if he leaves Trail Blazers

Anthony and the Lakers would also prove to be a good match. In a reserve role for the Blazers, the 37-year-old averaged 13.4 points, 3.1 rebounds and 1.5 assists per game.

July 13, 2021  |  NBA

Damian Lillard, Gregg Popovich discuss Team USA's biggest issue after second straight exhibition loss

Team USA basketball's 90-87 exhibition loss to Nigeria was stunning. The team's second consecutive exhibition loss to Australia on Monday was perhaps a bit more concerning.