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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.

Spectator with cardboard sign causes major crash at Tour de France

The Tour de France began with chaos Saturday as a fan caused a major crash when his cardboard sign hit one of the bikers. 

Mets right-hander Carlos Carrasco takes step toward return, feels 'great'

While there's no timetable for when Carrasco will begin a rehab assignment, this news is a step in the right direction for the 34-year-old. 

Golden Knights goaltender Robin Lehner: Playing with Marc-Andre Fleury is a 'privilege'

Robin Lehner said that he's grown very close to Marc-Andre Fleury and considers it an honor to play alongside him.

Clippers' Kawhi Leonard ruled out for Game 4 vs. Suns with sprained knee

Kawhi Leonard suffered a right knee sprain in Game 4 of the semifinals against the Utah Jazz and has not played since.

Dodgers owners reportedly purchasing 27 percent stake in Lakers

Billionaire Philip Anschutz has reportedly reached an agreement to sell his 27 percent minority stake in the Lakers to Los Angeles Dodgers owners Mark Walter and Todd Boehly.

Former Celtics guard Kemba Walker could be traded again after being dealt to Thunder?

It appears former Boston Celtics guard Kemba Walker might not be spending too much time with the Oklahoma City Thunder. 

Nick Kyrgios to pair with Venus Williams for Wimbledon mixed doubles

Williams is a two-time mixed doubles winner at Grand Slams, winning titles at the Australian Open and French Open in 1998. Kyrgios, on the other hand, has never gone beyond the third round of a doubles tournament at a Grand Slam.

Gareth Bale leaves interview when asked about international future after Wales' Euro exit

BBC asked Bale about his future and if he had just played his final game for Wales. The 31-year-old walked away from the interview. 

Canadiens head coach Dominique Ducharme expects to return for Game 3 of Stanley Cup Final

Ducharme expects to rejoin the Canadiens when the Stanley Cup Finals return to Montreal.

Tom Brady voices support for Naomi Osaka amid tennis star's mental health break

Osaka announced in May that she would not participate in mandatory press conferences at Roland Garros, citing mental health concerns. The French Open later fined her $15,000 for not meeting her media requirements.

Bucks' Khris Middleton, Jrue Holiday say Olympics is not a distraction amid playoff run

Middleton and Holiday will be competing in their first Olympics this year. 

Braves right-hander Mike Soroka re-tears Achilles, will undergo season-ending surgery

The Atlanta Braves suffered a huge blow to their rotation on Saturday as it was announced right-hander Mike Soroka will miss the remainder of the 2021 season after re-tearing his Achilles tendon.

Lightning HC Jon Cooper wants Bell Centre capacity increased for Stanley Cup Final

The Canadiens were allowed to have only 3,500 fans for their semifinals matchup against the Vegas Golden Knights. Bell Centre can hold more than 21,000 fans. 

Vanderbilt reaches CWS Finals after game vs. NC State canceled due to COVID-19 protocols

The NCAA announced early Saturday morning that the NC State vs. Vanderbilt game scheduled for Saturday afternoon was declared a no-contest.

Buccaneers QB Tom Brady wanted revenge for free-agency snub

Whatever team passed on Brady likely regrets it now, especially after the future Hall of Famer led the Bucs to a Super Bowl title last season and has solid chances to do it again in 2021. 

Roger Federer will make decision on Olympics after Wimbledon

Roger Federer told reporters Saturday that he will not make a decision on whether to play in the Tokyo Olympics until after Wimbledon is over.  "With the team we decided we're going to reassess the situation after Wimbledon because ...

Lakers' Kentavious Caldwell-Pope robbed at gunpoint

According to TMZ Sports, Caldwell-Pope was robbed at gunpoint in Los Angeles on June 17, with thieves stealing $150,000 worth of jewelry and valuables.

Trae Young takes blame for Hawks' Game 2 blowout loss to Bucks

Hawks star Trae Young believes there's no one to blame but himself for Atlanta's 125-91 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Finals Friday night. 

Ex-Blackhawks player on sexual abuse allegations: 'Front-office staff should be in jail'

Former defenseman Brent Sopel wrote that the entire front-office staff should be in jail, saying that it's "disgusting" the NHL isn't doing anything about the allegations. 

Buccaneers will bring back creamsicle uniforms eventually

The team is uncertain when it will happen.

Yankees slugger Gary Sanchez won't participate in 2021 Home Run Derby

Sanchez is slashing .240/.344/.503 with 13 home runs and 29 RBI in 56 games. He leads all American League catchers in OPS and has solid odds to be selected to his third All-Star Game this season.

Mavericks hire Hall of Famer Jason Kidd as new head coach

The last time Jason Kidd was a member of the Dallas Mavericks organization, he helped the team win its first and only NBA title as a player in 2011.

Report: Nets assistant Jacque Vaughn 'gaining traction' for Pelicans head coaching job

Vaughn reportedly has a close relationship with Pelicans GM Trajan Langdon.

Cavaliers reportedly exploring trade options for Collin Sexton

Collin Sexton was one of the best Cleveland Cavaliers during the 2020-21 campaign. However, it appears the franchise could be ready to move on from him this summer. 

Alex Smith believes Aaron Rodgers is 'due a certain level of respect' from Packers

Smith can certainly relate to Rodgers on some levels.