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Senior editor and writer for the trending news team at Athlon Sports covering the NFL, college football, NHL, NBA, WNBA, and entertainment.

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Ex-NBA Doctor Warns WNBA of ‘Dangerous' Treatment of Caitlin Clark

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By Michael Gallagher Verified
| Lexington Herald-Leader Verified
Few would argue that Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark takes more of a beating than the average WNBA player. According to Fox News, there's been at least 13 incidents since Clark's rookie year of her being involved in some sort of controversial contact including "multiple pokes to the eye and what she revealed to be a ruptured eardrum." How physical opposing players get with Clark has been at the forefront of the WNBA recently after she was hit in the throat by Phoenix Mercury guard Alyssa Thomas.
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NHL Insider Names Frontrunner to Trade for Red Wings Star Dylan Larkin

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By Michael Gallagher Verified
| The Charlotte Observer Verified
It's been a few weeks since Dylan Larkin requested a trade, yet he remains on the Detroit Red Wings roster. Larkin has a no-trade clause, so he has full say over where he ultimately ends up. Detroit will surely get a bounty back in return for the six-time 30-goal scorer, but general manager Steve Yzerman doesn't seem to be in a hurry to accommodate his star's trade request.
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Former Redskins GM Has Harsh Warning for Commanders About Brandon Aiyuk

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By Michael Gallagher Verified
| The Charlotte Observer Verified
Brandon Aiyuk seems convinced that he's destined to play for the Washington Commanders in 2026. The only problem is he's currently under contract with the San Francisco 49ers. But the former All-Pro wideout keeps posting videos on Instagram hinting he'll be joining the Commanders at some point in the near future.
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What was your first job as a journalist?

Freelance writer for high school sports

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No

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Awards

Tennessee Press Association

2020 - Best Sports Section

Tennessee Press Association

2019 - Best Sports Coverage

2nd Place

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