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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.

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.

Blackhawks trade Duncan Keith to Oilers for Caleb Jones, third-round pick

Keith, who has a full no-move clause, was seeking a trade so he could be closer to his son, who lives in Western Canada.

Warriors 'already internally discussed the idea' of deal for Damian Lillard?

Like many contenders, the Warriors are preparing for the possibility of Lillard becoming available in a trade. 

Rams star Jalen Ramsey lists Stephon Gilmore among his top five CBs in the NFL

Ramsey shared his thoughts on the five best cornerbacks in the NFL. 

Sights and sounds from the Lightning's Stanley Cup boat parade

The Tampa Bay Lightning won their second consecutive Stanley Cup last week. On Monday, they celebrated with their second straight boat parade.

Conor McGregor 'feeling tremendous' after three-hour leg surgery

Conor McGregor and his manager Audie Attar provided updates Sunday after the lightweight fighter underwent surgery to repair broken leg bones suffered at UFC 264. 

Athletics select Max Muncy in 2021 MLB Draft nine years after drafting Max Muncy

For the second time in nine years, the A's have drafted a player named Max Muncy. 

Washington Football Team rules out Warriors as potential team name

The franchise plans to unveil a new team name and logo in 2022. Washington retired its old name and logo, which was held for 82 years, before the 2020 season after years of push-back from Native American groups. 

Alex Smith predicts 'huge year' for Cowboys QB Dak Prescott

Smith has no concerns about Prescott getting back to form after his injury. 

Chiefs' Laurent Duvernay-Tardif: Pro athletes have a responsibility to their communities

The Super Bowl champion added that working in a long-term care facility over the past year changed his life. 

Barkevious Mingo's lawyer slams Falcons for releasing LB following arrest related to child indecency charge

Veteran linebacker Barkevious Mingo was released by the Atlanta Falcons this weekend after he turned himself into police in Arlington, Texas, on a charge of indecency with a child-sexual contact.

Senators name former broadcaster Pierre McGuire senior VP of player development

The 59-year-old has spent the last 24 years as a broadcaster for TSN and NBC. Before that, he served as a head coach, assistant coach and scout for various NHL, ECHL and college clubs. 

England Football Association condemns racist abuse aimed at several players following Euro 2020 loss

England and Italy drew 1-1 after extra time, and the Italians won 3-2 on penalties, with British players Marcus Rashford, Jadon Sancho and Bukayo Saka, who are all Black, missing their penalty shots.

Lakers owner Jeanie Buss admits that she's still not over Kobe Bryant's death

Hearing stories about Bryant never gets any easier, but with people like Buss sharing their memories of the Lakers legend, his life and legacy will live on forever. 

Chris Paul: Suns have to do better job of guarding Giannis Antetokounmpo after Game 3 loss

Antetokounmpo finished Game 3 with 41 points on 14-of-23 shooting (as well as 13-of-17 from the line), 13 rebounds and six assists.

Tampa dive team prepared if Lightning try to copy Tom Brady's epic trophy toss

The Bolts won their second consecutive Stanley Cup and will celebrate with another boat parade on Monday.

Marlins' Pablo Lopez fans first nine hitters of game to set MLB record

The 25-year-old struck out nine batters while walking two in six innings. He also allowed five hits and three earned runs. 

Roger Federer salutes Novak Djokovic after Wimbledon victory over Matteo Berrettini

Minutes after the final ended, Federer sent a congratulatory tweet to Djokovic, saying he put on a "wonderful performance" against Berrettini. 

Cavaliers' Collin Sexton reportedly 'very available' in trade talks

The 22-year-old has one season remaining on his four-year, $20.1 million deal. He'll make $6.3 million during the 2021-22 campaign before becoming a restricted free agent next summer.