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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.

Report: Celtics not considering Rick Carlisle for head coaching position

Carlisle is expected to be a sought after candidate, but it appears the Celtics won't be among the teams in pursuit. 

Amazon may pursue Hall of Famer Peyton Manning for TNF role

Peyton Manning is one of the most desirable assets for NFL broadcasters, and Amazon may make a play for his services. 

Dirk Nowitzki rejoins Mavericks as special adviser, will assist in coaching search

The franchise legend returns to assist during a period of major change within the organization. 

Bills WR Cole Beasley slams NFLPA over COVID-19 protocols

Beasley called the NFLPA a "joke" in his lengthy tirade on Twitter. 

Al Horford 'grateful' to return to Celtics, has 'unfinished business'

Brad Stevens made his first move as the Celtics president of basketball operations on Friday, shipping out Kemba Walker in return for Al Horford. 

Basketball Hall of Famer John Stockton appears in controversial anti-vax documentary

A snippet of Stockton's appearance in the series has drawn plenty of reaction.

Packers head coach Matt LaFleur tells Jordan Love to 'prepare like you're the starter'

The young quarterback has made plenty of progress this offseason, and LaFleur appears confident Love will rise to the challenge if need be. 

Canadiens head coach Dominique Ducharme isolating due to COVID-19 testing irregularities

Ducharme's Canadiens are preparing for Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Semifinals. 

Jaguars sign former first-round pick Laquon Treadwell

Treadwell earned a spot with the Jags after trying out during minicamp. 

Raiders' Derek Carr: Henry Ruggs has 'been impressive' entering 2021 season

Ruggs said earlier this offseason that he was disappointed with his rookie campaign and vowed to be better in his sophomore season.

Celtics trade Kemba Walker, first-round pick to Thunder for Al Horford, Moses Brown

The first-round pick that the Celtics are sending the Thunder gives Oklahoma City three first-round picks in the upcoming draft.

Tom Brady on playing until 50: 'Even for me, that's a long time'

It feels like Brady could continue playing football forever, but he knows that's not possible. 

Three-time Pro Bowl WR DeSean Jackson: Rams offense is 'going to be scary'

Jackson signed a one-year, $4.5 million deal with the Rams this offseason and said the team's recruiting pitch, more than anything, focused on how he'd be used in their offense. 

Former NBA forward: Giannis Antetokounmpo has 'very limited' talent

Al Harrington made his take prior to Game 6, so he might have a different opinion now.

Maple Leafs re-sign veteran forward Jason Spezza to one-year, $750K deal

The 38-year-old tallied 10 goals and 20 assists in 54 games this season.

LeBron James sounds off on NBA for lack of rest entering 2020-21 season

Kawhi Leonard and Kyrie Irving are among the players unable to compete in their upcoming playoff games due to injury, and LeBron James isn't happy about it.

Hornets' LaMelo Ball named NBA's Rookie of the Year

The 19-year-old had been a front-runner for the league's MVP award all season. He averaged 15.7 points, 5.9 rebounds and 6.1 assists per game while shooting 43.6% from the field and 35.2% from deep. 

Mavericks part ways with general manager Donnie Nelson after 23 years

According to Marc Stein of the New York Times, Dallas has hired a search firm and has opened a search for a new head of basketball operations. 

Clippers reportedly fear Kawhi Leonard suffered an ACL injury

Leonard suffered the injury after colliding with Jazz wing Joe Ingles in the fourth quarter of Monday's contest.

Report: Suns star Chris Paul tests positive for COVID-19

Paul will be sidelined indefinitely, and his status for the Western Conference Finals is unclear.

Mac Jones won't start for Patriots unless Cam Newton gets injured?

Bill Belichick has reiterated time and time again that Cam Newton will be the New England Patriots starting quarterback this season.

Heat star Jimmy Butler won't play for Team USA at Tokyo Olympics

While Butler won't compete, USA Basketball has received commitments from Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum, Golden State Warriors veteran Draymond Green and Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard. 

Islanders HC Barry Trotz: Missed too-many-men call on Lightning goal 'hurt quite a bit'

The Lightning went on to win Game 2 4-2 and even the third-round series at 1-1. Game 3 between the two clubs will take place on Thursday at Nassau Coliseum. 

Broncos' Melvin Gordon 'very confident' he can win running back competition

Gordon and second-round pick Javonte Williams are set to duel at running back. 

NBA MVP Nikola Jokic not joining Serbia for Olympic qualifying

Jokic cited the need to recover after two grueling seasons in the NBA amid the COVID-19 pandemic. It's unclear if he will skip the Tokyo Games should Serbia qualify.