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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.

Bryson DeChambeau prevails in dramatic final round battle to win U.S. Open

Bryson DeChambeau battled to win the 124th U.S. Open Championship on Sunday, out-lasting Rory McIlroy, who suffered an epic collapse late.

Connor McDavid's history-making night helps Oilers stave off elimination

If the Florida Panthers are going to win the Stanley Cup Final, they're going to have to beat the best hockey player in the world four times.

Takeaways from Oilers' Game 4 win in Stanley Cup Final

Despite plenty of opportunities, the Oilers offense had been snake-bitten for most of the series heading into Game 4. However, the goals finally came on Saturday, eight to be exact.

Oilers crush Panthers in Game 4, stay alive in Stanley Cup Final

The Edmonton Oilers forced a Game 5 in the Stanley Cup Final via a dominant win over the Florida Panthers.

Watch: Oilers chase goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky from Game 4

The Edmonton Oilers came out with a ruthlessly efficient offensive attack in Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final.

Takeaways from Day 3 of the U.S. Open

On moving day at Pinehurst No. 2, a dominant Bryson DeChambeau took the solo lead heading into the final round of the U.S. Open.

Nationals hurler DJ Herz makes impressive history in third career start

Washington Nationals prospect DJ Herz impressed in his third career start on Saturday.

Three turning points for Game 4 of the NBA Finals

Facing elimination on their home floor, the Dallas Mavericks stayed alive on Friday. In a dominant effort from start to finish, they destroyed the Boston Celtics, 122-84, forcing a Game 5 on Sunday.

Mavericks trounce Celtics in Game 4 to stave off elimination

An aggressive start on both ends of the floor helped the Mavs run away with Game 4 of the NBA Finals, staving off elimination for at least another day. 

76ers' Joel Embiid vows to prevent a Celtics dynasty and may bring Paul George along for the ride

Embiid said he "can't stand" the Celtics and vowed to be the reason they won't return to the Finals next season.

Takeaways from day two of the U.S. Open

The second round of the 2024 U.S. Open from Pinehurst No. 2 is in the books.

Three takeaways from Panthers' win over Oilers in Game 3

The Florida Panthers topped the Edmonton Oilers, 4-3, in Game 3, taking a commanding 3-0 lead in the Stanley Cup Final.

Panthers hold off late Oilers rally in Game 3, gain 3-0 lead in Stanley Cup Final

The Florida Panthers are only a win away from hoisting the Stanley Cup for the first time in franchise history. 

Watch: Panthers' Aaron Ekblad connects on massive hit, sending Oilers forward into the bench

Aaron Ekblad turned the physical play up a notch early in the third period of Game 3, sending Warren Foegele over the boards and into the bench area

Watch: Three second-period goals give Panthers commanding lead in Game 3

The Panthers' scoring party quickly took away any momentum the Oilers had.

Three takeaways from the opening round of the U.S. Open

Round 1 of the 2024 U.S. Open from Pinehurst No. 2 is officially in the books. Here are three takeaways from Thursday's action.

Luka Doncic takes responsibility for fouling out in Game 3, believes Mavericks can overcome 3-0 hole

Less than 24 hours after blaming officials for fouling out of Game 3 of the NBA Finals, Luka Doncic attempted a little damage control on Thursday.

Tom Brady's HOF speech provided closure for the Bill Belichick era

On Wednesday, the New England Patriots inducted former quarterback Tom Brady into the team's Hall of Fame and retired his iconic No. 12.

Drew Bledsoe explains why Tom Brady was the 'worst backup QB'

The Patriots formerly inducted Tom Brady into the team's Hall of Fame on Wednesday. It wasn't a roast, but former Pro Bowl quarterback Drew Bledsoe threw a friendly jab at his ex-teammate for stealing his job. 

Watch: Mets make an ironic choice to throw out first pitch vs. Marlins

Through an 81-game home schedule, most teams go through various choices regarding who will throw out the game's "first pitch."

The best Stanley Cup Final performances by undrafted players

The Panthers are only two wins away from hoisting the Stanley Cup for the first time. Forward Evan Rodrigues and netminder Sergei Bobrovsky, who both went undrafted, have played a pivotal role, and if they can help their team seal the deal, they could join a rare group. 

Luka Doncic needs more help than supporting cast can give him against deep Celtics

If there was ever an example proving that Mavericks star Luka Doncic needs help, it was Sunday's 105-98 loss to the Celtics in Game 2 of the NBA Finals.

Watch: Clemson centerfielder makes incredible game-saving catch

Clemson centerfielder Cam Cannarella may have made the catch of the year, regardless of level, Sunday in the NCAA Tournament Super Regional.

Giants react to former Pro Bowl TE Darren Waller's retirement

Former Pro Bowl tight end Darren Waller is retiring from the NFL after eight seasons. The New York Giants released a classy statement on Sunday acknowledging the news.

Connor McDavid blames the 'hockey gods' after Game 1 shutout loss to Panthers

Leave it to the calm and cool captain of the Edmonton Oilers to bring some levity to a bad situation.