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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.

Buccaneers QB Tom Brady: 'I don't think proving it for me is the motivation'

Brady signed an extension with the Buccaneers this offseason, tying him to Tampa Bay through the 2022 season. He'll be 45 years old at the end of his current deal.

Los Angeles County sheriff: Excessive speed caused Tiger Woods' car accident

Woods' vehicle was traveling 84 to 87 miles per hour on a downhill road outside Los Angeles with a speed limit of 45 and was going 75 mph when his car hit a tree, sheriff Alex Villanueva said. 

Blue Jays OF George Springer undergoes MRI after experiencing quad tightness

Springer signed a six-year, $150 million deal with the Blue Jays during the offseason after spending seven seasons with the Houston Astros

Report: Beats by Dre ends relationship with Deshaun Watson amid sexual assault allegations

Twenty-two women have filed lawsuits against the three-time Pro Bowler, alleging he inappropriately touched them, exposed himself or forcibly kissed them during massage appointments. 

Rangers cancel Wednesday practice to allow players, staff to get COVID-19 vaccine

All adults in America will be eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine on April 19, meaning many other NHL teams could call off practice to encourage vaccination in the coming weeks. 

Los Angeles sheriff to reveal cause of Tiger Woods accident

The accident left Woods with serious leg injuries that required surgery.

Isaiah Thomas chose to wear No. 24 with Pelicans to honor Kobe Bryant

Bryant and Thomas had a close relationship. The 32-year-old would often text the Los Angeles Lakers icon to ask for advice about basketball and about life, which is something he misses being able to do. 

Dodgers star Cody Bellinger day-to-day with calf injury

Bellinger was hurt when he was spiked by A's reliever Reymin Guduan on Monday while beating out an infield single in the ninth inning. 

Padres star Fernando Tatis Jr. won't need surgery for shoulder injury

Tatis suffered the injury on a hard swing during Monday's game against the San Francisco Giants. The Padres said he suffered a shoulder subluxation, which is a partial dislocation of the joint.

Marc Gasol still 'fully committed' to Lakers despite decision to start Andre Drummond

Gasol notched 13 points, nine rebounds and five assists in the win. However, his inconsistency this season is the main reason why Vogel wants Drummond to the starter. 

Nike suspends Deshaun Watson sponsorship amid sexual assault allegations

Nike has suspended its sponsorship of Deshaun Watson amid the many sexual assault allegations made against the Houston Texans quarterback, the company told CNBC on Wednesday.  "We are deeply concerned by the disturbing allegations and have suspended Deshaun Watson.

DeMarcus Cousins after Clippers' debut: 'Best shape I've been in my entire career'

Cousins finished with seven points, four rebounds and two assists in eight minutes. 

NBA reportedly expects full arenas for 2021-22 season

With the COVID-19 vaccine being rolled out across the country, fans can begin to think about what full arenas will look like in the near future. 

James Paxton couldn't finish first start with Mariners due to elbow discomfort

Paxton was visibly in pain after throwing a 92 mph fastball to Chicago's Andrew Vaughn with one out in the second inning.

Tom Brady: Joining Buccaneers after 20 years with Patriots was 'invigorating'

Brady ultimately believed he had more to prove after years of being called a system quarterback in New England. Everything was different in Tampa Bay.

Bruins goaltender Jaroslav Halak tests positive for COVID-19

He is 9-5-3 on the season with a 2.44 goals-against average and .910 save percentage. 

Aaron Rodgers ‘would love’ to be full-time host of ‘Jeopardy!’

Based on the preview the “Jeopardy!” Twitter account shared on Monday, Rodgers seems like a natural fit for the position.

Red Sox DH J.D. Martinez: Return of in-game video 'definitely cooled my anxiety'

Major League Baseball banned in-game video during the shortened 2020 season and reached an agreement with the players union to bring it back in 2021. 

Ndamukong Suh: Staying with Buccaneers was the ultimate goal

Ndamukong Suh's new deal with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers was made official on Monday and he met with the media later in the day to discuss the contract, and the veteran has said staying with the Bucs was his ultimate goal.

Reds' Nick Castellanos gets two-game suspension for scrap against Cardinals

Cincinnati Reds right fielder Nick Castellanos has been handed a two-game suspension for igniting a benches-clearing brawl against the St. Louis Cardinals on Saturday.

Report: Barcelona to pursue Erling Haaland, but deal 'very difficult' to secure

Barcelona will continue to pursue Borussia Dortmund striker Erling Haaland after meeting with his representatives last week, though a report suggets a deal will be difficult to secure due to the Catalan club's financial situation.

Report: Falcons have had 'exploratory talks' about trading No. 4 pick in draft

The 2021 NFL draft could feature four quarterbacks selected with the first four picks for the first time in history.

Report: NFL to eliminate Week 1 'Monday Night Football' doubleheader in 2021

The league plans to replace the doubleheader with a Week 18 Saturday doubleheader on Jan. 8, 2022. It will feature two games involving teams with playoff implications.

Giants QB Daniel Jones organizing offseason workouts with team's offensive weapons

Jones has had an up-and-down career through two seasons with the Giants, but the franchise believes he can have a breakthrough year in 2021. 

Eli Manning thinks Giants are headed in right direction

In order for the Giants to have a successful season, they'll need Daniel Jones to have a solid junior campaign. Luckily, the quarterback will have Kenny Golladay at receiver and Kyle Rudolph at tight end in 2021.