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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.

Tampa mayor wants Lightning to forgo sweep of Canadiens, win Stanley Cup on home ice

If the Lightning win the Stanley Cup Monday night, they'll likely fly straight back to Tampa Bay for the festivities. Last year, the team was given a boat parade to celebrate its championship.

Angels phenom Shohei Ohtani first All-Star picked as pitcher, position player

Ohtani is also set to compete in the Home Run Derby, and his participation in the events in Denver should draw in many spectators. 

Yankees manager Aaron Boone: Aroldis Chapman's role as closer will be evaluated

Chapman owns a 22.24 ERA over his last nine appearances, allowing 14 runs in 5.2 innings. He's also walked nine batters, who are hitting .483 against him. 

Veteran CB Richard Sherman 'still open' to Seahawks reunion?

The veteran is taking free agency slowly because he wants to sign with a championship contender.

Toronto FC fires head coach Chris Armas amid disappointing season

Toronto is 1-2-8 on the season and is 0-6-1 since securing a 2-0 win over Columbus Crew SC on May 12.

Yankees fans boo Gerrit Cole off mound after another poor outing

Cole was booed off the mound in the first game of a doubleheader against the New York Mets after failing to get out of the fourth inning despite being spotted a 4-1 lead. 

Mets interested in trading for Twins 3B Josh Donaldson?

With the Mets' two top third base options, J.D. Davis and Jonathan Villar, out due to injury, New York has relied on utilityman Luis Guillorme as its everyday third baseman.

Luka Doncic helps Slovenia clinch spot in Tokyo Olympics with triple-double against Lithuania

Doncic's native Slovenia defeated Lithuania 96-85 Sunday, clinching a spot in this summer's Olympic Games.

Joe Biden weighs in on Sha'Carri Richardson's one-month ban after positive marijuana test

President Joe Biden has joined a growing list of celebrities and public figures to weigh in on the one-month ban of U.S. sprinter Sha'Carri Richardson after she tested positive for marijuana.

Joey Chestnut wins 14th Nathan's Fourth of July Hot Dog Eating Contest with record 76 franks

Joey Chestnut won his 14th Nathan's Famous Fourth of July Hot Dog Eating Contest in dominant fashion, putting back a record 76 hot dogs in 10 minutes. 

Panthers All-Pro RB Christian McCaffrey speaks out on mental health of military veterans

McCaffrey is taking steps to use his status as a star athlete to influence change in the community. 

Mavericks star Luka Doncic: Winning gold with Slovenia would mean more than NBA title

When asked to pick between an NBA title and a gold medal, Mavericks star Luka Doncic went with the latter

15-year-old Olivia Moultrie becomes youngest player in NWSL history in debut for Thorns

Moultrie made history when she debuted for the Thorns on Saturday. 

Mariners' Hector Santiago to have foreign substance appeal next week

Seattle Mariners pitcher Hector Santiago is expected to have an appeal hearing about his 10-game foreign substance suspension next week.

Chris Paul says extra rest before NBA Finals has helped injured right hand

Paul has dealt with several ailments this postseason but it sounds like the few days of extra rest are paying off. 

Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo considered day-to-day with knee injury entering NBA Finals

Antetokounmpo still has two full days to rest and get close to 100% before Game 1 on Tuesday.

Hawks star Trae Young frustrated he wasn't 100 percent for Game 6 against Bucks

Trae Young revealed some frustration about not being 100% healthy for Game 6 and missing Games 4 and 5 due to a bone bruise in his foot. 

Vanderbilt ace Jack Leiter reportedly wants Red Sox to draft him

The Red Sox have the fourth pick in this year's MLB draft.

Broncos reportedly still 'monitoring' Aaron Rodgers situation with Packers

The Denver Broncos, who are heavily interested in the future Hall of Famer, are still monitoring Rodgers situation in Green Bay.

Kyle Schwarber to miss extended time with 'significant' hamstring strain

Schwarber suffered the injury during the second inning of Friday night's game while rounding first base following a single.

76ers head coach Doc Rivers on Ben Simmons: 'I want him back'

Some of Simmons' biggest issues, come at the free-throw line, where he's a career 59.7% shooter. He's also attempted just 34 threes over four seasons, making five of those shots. 

Brewers star Christian Yelich surprises young fan with autographed bat after impressive catch

Yelich is one of the most popular players in baseball, and that boy will never forget receiving a bat from the former MVP.

Report: There's a 'really good market' for Marcus Smart if Celtics decide to trade him

Smart is scheduled to become an unrestricted free agent after next season, and it's likely the Celtics offer him an extension. 

Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo ruled out for Game 6 of Eastern Conference Finals 

The Milwaukee Bucks will attempt to clinch their first berth in the NBA Finals since 1974 on Saturday night. However, they'll have to do so without their best player.