Yardbarker

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.

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. 

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. 

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. 

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.

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. 

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. 

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.

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.

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. 

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.  

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. 

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.

Roger Federer withdraws from Tokyo Olympics due to knee injury setback

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

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.

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.

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.

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. 

Peyton Manning doubts Broncos will trade for Packers QB Aaron Rodgers

Peyton Manning finished his Hall of Fame career with the Denver Broncos. He doesn't believe reigning MVP Aaron Rodgers will do the same.  

Predators goaltender Pekka Rinne announces retirement from NHL after 15 seasons

Rinne's 2.43 GAA is tied for the fourth-best mark among goaltenders with at least 350 wins in NHL history. He trails only Martin Brodeur, Dominik Hasek and Jacques Plante. 

Rafael Devers expresses desire to remain with Red Sox long term

The Dominican native is in the midst of one of his best seasons in the league, hitting .282/.350/.564 with 22 home runs and 72 RBI in 87 games.

Khabib Nurmagomedov: Conor McGregor 'finished' after loss to Dustin Poirier

McGregor underwent a three-hour-long surgery on his broken leg earlier this week and later said the operation went "excellent" and that he was feeling "tremendous."

Mets' Pete Alonso after second HR Derby win: 'I think I'm the best power hitter on the planet'

Alonso declaring himself as the best power hitter in baseball might not be so wrong, either.