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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.

Heat's Victor Oladipo could be cleared for full contact in November

Oladipo's surgeon gave an encouraging update on the guard's progress. 

Bayern Munich's Robert Lewandowski breaks Gerd Muller's Bundesliga goals record

Bayern Munich's Robert Lewandowski has set a new Bundesliga record for goals scored in a single season. 

Fully vaccinated NBA head coaches no longer required to wear masks when coaching games

As the CDC continues to loosen restrictions for those who are fully vaccinated, the NBA is following in its footsteps. 

Julio Jones reportedly wants to play with Patriots QB Cam Newton

It appears Jones may have a preferred destination if he is traded by the Falcons. 

Bruins defenseman Kevan Miller ruled out for Game 5 vs. Capitals after taking high hit

Boston Bruins defenseman Kevan Miller has been ruled out for Sunday's Game 5 against the Washington Capitals.

NBA says Lakers star LeBron James violated protocols by attending event

LeBron attended a promotional event for a tequila he has invested in. The event took place before the Lakers played the Golden State Warriors in the play-in tournament. 

Dodgers pitcher Trevor Bauer feeds off booing Giants fans, riles up crowd in win

Trevor Bauer got his first taste of the Los Angeles Dodgers-San Francisco Giants rivalry on Friday night and seemed to enjoy it. 

Grizzlies' Ja Morant believes Warriors' Stephen Curry should be named MVP

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant threw his support behind Golden State Warriors superstar Stephen Curry in the NBA MVP discussion after their play-in tournament battle on Friday night.

MLB says 14 teams have reached 85 percent vaccine threshold for relaxed protocols

This news comes as ESPN's Jeff Passan reports the Seattle Mariners have at least one positive COVID-19 test, and there is "concern" within the organization that the low level of vaccination within the clubhouse could be "problematic." 

DeAndre Hopkins says he would restructure contract for Cardinals to get Julio Jones

Every team in the NFL would love to add a superstar wide receiver like Julio Jones, whom the Atlanta Falcons reportedly would like to trade. Despite having little cap room to do so, Cardinals receiver DeAndre Hopkins said Friday he'd do his part to make it happen.

Wild forward Marcus Johansson broke arm during Game 3 vs. Golden Knights

Johansson failed to record a point in three playoff games. He notched six goals and eight assists in 36 regular-season contests. 

Lawsuits against Deshaun Watson were in the works before trade request

Deshaun Watson continues to generate headlines for all the wrong reasons.  

Former NFL exec believes Patriots will be in on Falcons WR Julio Jones

The Julio Jones trade rumors are heating up, and the New England Patriots, who lack a true No. 1 wide receiver, might be a more serious contender for the seven-time All-Star WR's services.

Tim Tebow had top-five most-sold NFL Shop apparel after signing with Jaguars

Tebow hasn't played in the NFL since 2015 and hasn't appeared in a regular-season game since 2012. During his previous stint, when he played quarterback, he wore No. 15. As a tight end, he'll wear No. 85.

Jaguars reportedly give Tim Tebow one-year, $920K deal

Tebow was adamant about being a quarterback during his previous stint in the NFL, but has had a change of heart with Meyer now head coach of the Jaguars. 

Clippers' Paul George: 'Big difference' in his mental health now vs. in bubble

George struggled mightily during last year's playoffs as the Clippers blew a 3-1 series lead to lose to the Denver Nuggets in the second round.

Maple Leafs captain John Tavares ruled out indefinitely after taking knee to head

The Toronto Maple Leafs received both good and bad news on Friday morning.  

Maple Leafs' Nick Foligno explains why he fought Canadiens' Corey Perry after John Tavares injury

Maple Leafs forward Nick Foligno later fought Perry, a move that many hockey fans criticized.

Patrick Mahomes: NFL should put microchip technology in footballs to help officiating

The technology will likely be implemented in the future. For now, Mahomes said he understands human error when it comes to officiating is "just part of the game."

Cowboys All-Pro RB Ezekiel Elliott under investigation after dogs allegedly attack neighbors

Elliott was issued three citations for "Dog at Large," and police say the biting victims were treated at local hospitals with non-life-threatening injuries. 

Former Patriots WR Julian Edelman: There's going to be a lot of pressure on Mac Jones

Head coach Bill Belichick has been consistent in saying Newton will remain the starter, but pundits believe there's a real possibility for Jones to win the job.

Report: Barcelona plan to offer Lionel Messi a two-year deal, chance to end career in MLS

Messi is out of contract in June and Barca president Joan Laporta is convinced the 33-year-old will renew despite wanting to leave last summer. 

Former Pirates closer Felipe Vazquez found guilty of statutory sexual assault

The victim in the case was 13 at the time, while Vazquez was 26. He was arrested in 2019 and, according to a criminal complaint, told police officers he had "sex but not really" with the girl in 2017. 

Albert Pujols remains humble while discussing first home run with Dodgers

It was Pujols' 668th career home run, which is the most among active players and fifth all-time.