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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.

Hawks star Trae Young comfortable being considered a villain at Madison Square Garden

As boos reigned down from the rafters at Madison Square Garden, Young hit the game-winning shot with less than one second remaining to give the Hawks a 107-105 win over the New York Knicks in Game 1.

Paris Saint-Germain president Nasser Al Khelaifi not worried about Kylian Mbappe's future with club

It was reported Friday that Paris Saint-Germain star Kylian Mbappe had an agreement in place to join La Liga side Real Madrid. On Sunday, PSG president Nasser Al Khelaifi addressed Mbappe's future with the club.

Fernando Tatis Jr. makes Padres' history with 200th career hit

The 22-year-old has been on a tear this season. Entering Sunday's contest, he was hitting .290/.364/.664 with 11 home runs and 20 RBI on 31 hits. 

Suns star Chris Paul suffers right shoulder contusion in Game 1 vs. Lakers

Paul has played a significant role in helping turn the Suns into title contenders this season, averaging 16.4 points, 4.5 rebounds and 8.9 assists per game during the regular season.

Cristiano Ronaldo benched by Juventus ahead of clash for Champions League spot

The Portuguese forward reportedly is not injured, and his benching is considered a "tactical move" by Andrea Pirlo, according to Fabrizio Romano. 

Twins place pitcher Kenta Maeda on 10-day IL with right adductor strain

Maeda suffered the injury during Saturday's 5-3 loss to the Cleveland Indians. He was pulled in the sixth inning after allowing three runs.

Cleveland slugger Franmil Reyes out at least five weeks with oblique strain

Cleveland will be without designated hitter Franmil Reyes for at least five-to-seven weeks because of an internal oblique strain.

Report: NBA 'eager' to revisit idea of having midseason tournament

The league appears primed to make a push for the event. 

Saints expect 100 percent capacity at Superdome this season

With vaccinations on the rise, the Saints are expecting a packed house in 2021. 

Jets forward Nikolaj Ehlers will return to lineup for Game 3 vs. Oilers

Nikolaj Ehlers will return to the lineup on Sunday after being sidelined since April 24 with a suspected shoulder injury.

Jacob deGrom to start for Mets on Tuesday vs. Rockies after stint on IL

DeGrom has been sidelined since May 10 with right-side tightness. 

Former Michigan State player Keith Appling wanted in connection to fatal shooting

Former Michigan State University basketball star Keith Appling was named as a suspect in a deadly shooting late Saturday in Detroit. 

Rangers pitcher Kohei Arihara to undergo shoulder surgery, will be sidelined for months

Texas Rangers pitcher Kohei Arihara needs shoulder surgery and will be sidelined for at least 12 weeks.

Blue Jays place Cavan Biggio on 10-day IL with ligament sprain in neck

Biggio has particularly struggled this season, slashing .205/.315/.315 with three home runs and 11 RBI in 39 games.

Red Sox's Chris Sale says he 'feels like a pitcher again' amid Tommy John recovery

Red Sox pitching coach Dave Bush told reporters that Chis Sale says he "feels like a pitcher again" as he works his way back to the mound.

Cowboys QB Dak Prescott says he could start game 'right now' and not worry about leg

Prescott underwent surgery in October and reportedly had a second procedure about two months later.

Blues head coach Craig Berube rips referees for 'one-sided' officiating

Friday's loss put the Blues down 3-0 in the series and they must win Game 4 on Sunday to avoid elimination. 

Capitals' Anthony Mantha fined $5K for colliding with Bruins goaltender Tuukka Rask

Mantha was assessed a minor penalty for goaltender interference after he barreled into Rask with just over six minutes remaining in the third period. 

Zach Wilson, Jets in attendance to support Islanders in critical Game 4 vs. Penguins

Rookie quarterback Zach Wilson and the New York Jets were in attendance for a critical Game 4 between the Islanders and Pittsburgh Penguins at Nassau Coliseum on Saturday. 

Titans All-Pro RB Derrick Henry working out with Falcons WR Julio Jones

Fitting Jones under the cap could be difficult, but nothing is impossible

Eugene Chung says he was called 'not the right minority' during NFL coaching interview

Former NFL offensive lineman and assistant coach Eugene Chung says he was told he was "not the right minority" when interviewing for an NFL coaching job this offseason.

Draymond Green expects to be 'extremely involved' in Warriors' offseason moves

The Warriors were eliminated from playoff contention on Friday night. After the loss, Draymond Green said he expects to be "extremely involved" in the team's offseason plans.

Report: Patriots have had internal discussions about Julio Jones trade

New England lacks a proven No. 1 wide receiver despite making several moves this offseason.

Maple Leafs captain John Tavares to miss at least two weeks with concussion, knee injury

Toronto Maple Leafs captain John Tavares will be sidelined for at least two weeks with a knee injury in addition to a concussion sustained during Game 1 of the club's series against the Montreal Canadiens.