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Mike Santa Barbara

Mike Santa Barbara is a Wilmington, Delaware native (Yes, it's a real place) with over a decade of sports writing experience. A diehard Philadelphia sports fan, he has two dogs named after Flyers and cried real tears when the Eagles won Super Bowl LII. You can follow him on Twitter at @mike__sb.

USMNT 'didn't adapt' in knockout round loss to Netherlands

The United States Men's National Team saw its 2022 FIFA World Cup run end on Saturday, falling to the Netherlands 3-1 in the knockout round.

Watch: USC LB Ralen Goforth blasts Utah QB Cameron Rising with potential hit of the year

With 3:50 left in the third quarter, and Utah facing a 3rd-and-3 near midfield, Rising scrambled in search of the first down before being met by Goforth with a hit so thunderous it popped the quarterback's helmet into the air. 

Rangers view Jacob deGrom as a 'pitcher determined to succeed into his late 30s'

The Rangers shook the baseball world Friday night, signing the former New York Mets ace to a deal valued at $185 million, which ends after the 2028 season when deGrom will be 40 years old. However, unbothered by deGrom's age, the Rangers believe he has "Hall of Fame aspirations" and is "determined to succeed into his late 30s." 

Report: Mets didn't get opportunity to match Jacob deGrom's contract with Rangers

The Mets may not have wanted to meet or surpass the Rangers' offer if presented, but it also questions deGrom's willingness to stay in New York. 

Former Panthers safety believes Steve Wilks has done enough to shed interim tag

It's still unclear what direction the Carolina Panthers will go in with the head coaching position after firing Matt Rhule back in October. However, seven weeks into his interim gig, Steve Wilks has already gained the support of former safety Tre Boston.

Phillies' interest in free-agent SS Trea Turner could be cooling off

It's no secret the Philadelphia Phillies have significant interest in free agent All-Star shortstop Trea Turner. However, according to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic, the Phillies are reportedly widening their search for a shiny new shortstop.

Eagles CB Darius Slay explains why Packers have 'bright future' with QB Jordan Love

Albeit a small sample size, Love looked the part behind center Sunday night, finishing 6-of-9 for 113 yards, including a 63-yard touchdown pass. He did enough to impress Slay.

Josh Allen warmed up in signed Ryan Fitzpatrick jersey ahead of game vs. Patriots

The "Fitzmagic" jersey is undefeated, as Allen and the Bills walked away with a dominant 24-10 victory over the Patriots on Thursday night. Allen finished 22-of-33 with two touchdowns in the win, helping the Bills improve to 9-3.

Reunion unlikely between Eagles and Super Bowl LII safety Malcolm Jenkins

Former Philadelphia Eagles safety Malcolm Jenkins raised some eyebrows earlier this week after hinting at a reunion with the team. However, on Thursday, Jenkins threw cold water on all the excitement.

Yankees' catcher Jose Trevino is in favor of fans booing the team

New York Yankees fans are notoriously tough on opponents but may be more well-known for the venom they spew toward their own. Yankees' catcher Jose Trevino not only understands this, but he also supports it. 

Mike Vick excited to spotlight Black quarterbacks 'that came before us' in eight-part docuseries

This week, Variety revealed plans for an upcoming eight-part documentary series on the evolution of the Black quarterback in America. Former NFL QB Michael Vick, who will host the series, said in a statement that he was "excited" to help feature Black QBs who helped pave the way for his remarkable career. 

Cleveland police identify Browns' field vandal

In a statement released by the Browns via Camryn Justice of News 5 Cleveland, the team says it has provided "all relevant information" to the Cleveland Police and "will continue to assist" with any further requests before referring any additional comments to the "proper authorities."

LeBron James calls out media double standard over 1957 Jerry Jones photo, Kyrie Irving

LeBron James took the media to task over failing to ask his opinion about a photo tying Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones to anti-segregation protests in the 1950s.

Chiefs' coach Matt Nagy responds to Patrick Mahomes' wild draft story

Patrick Mahomes recently shared a wild NFL Draft story, crediting coach Matt Nagy for helping him become a member of the Kansas City Chiefs.

Suns' Devin Booker drops 51 points on Bulls in three quarters

Booker proved Wednesday night why he's one of the NBA's elite scorers.

Mitch Marner ties Maple Leafs' point-streak record, unsure if he'll shave Movember mustache

Toronto Maple Leafs forward Mitch Marner made history on Wednesday night, registering a goal in a 3-1 win over the San Jose Sharks, bringing his point streak to 18 games, tying the franchise record. 

Cardinals QB Kyler Murray rips former teammate Patrick Peterson for calling him selfish

Arizona Cardinals' Kyler Murray had a fiery response Wednesday to comments made earlier in the day by former teammate Patrick Peterson.

Justin Reid, Ja'Marr Chase have Twitter spat ahead of Chiefs-Bengals matchup

The Kansas City Chiefs and Cincinnati Bengals will meet this Sunday in a rematch of last year's AFC Championship game and players are already engaging in a war of words. 

Agents believe Xander Bogaerts will make 'many tens of millions' more than Boston's final offer

Agents not representing Bogaerts speculate that the shortstop will do "very well" on the open market.

Lightning's Pat Maroon had the perfect response to bullying from Bruins' announcer

Jack Edwards attacked Maroon's weight, making several insensitive comments during Tuesday's broadcast.

Dolphins HC on Tua Tagovailoa's high school tape: 'Your technique was trash'

Miami Dolphins first-year head coach Mike McDaniel recently saw Tua Tagovailoa's high school tape and wasn't afraid to share his brutally honest opinion with the quarterback. 

Jalen Hurts, Miles Sanders make Eagles history in win over Packers

The Eagles rushing attack dominated the Packers Sunday night in a 40-33 victory.

Packers' Aaron Rodgers leaves game vs. Eagles with oblique injury

After leading the Packers to a field goal with 5:16 left in the third quarter, Rodgers headed to the locker room in obvious discomfort. The team later listed Rodgers as questionable, though the quarterback was spotted on the sidelines without his pads, hinting that he was out for the game.

Eagles' QB Jalen Hurts rushes for over 100 yards in first quarter vs. Packers

Hurts burnt the Packers' defense in the first quarter, rushing for 103 yards. 

Rams lose another wideout to season-ending foot injury

Following the Rams' 26-10 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs, head coach Sean McVay announced that wideout Allen Robinson suffered a season-ending foot injury Friday at practice. Robinson's injury is a stress fracture on the navicular bone and will require surgery.