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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.

Blue Jays prospect ties remarkable rookie record

Only days after receiving the call to the majors, Toronto Blue Jays prospect Davis Schneider has equaled a remarkable rookie mark. 

Look: Carson Wentz reps former teams with unique workout gear

As training camps open throughout the league, free agent quarterback Carson Wentz is searching for his third NFL squad in as many seasons, but he might be having trouble letting go of the past. 

Trea Turner breaks out of massive slump behind support from Philly faithful

A night after Phillies fans gave Trea Turner a massive show of support, the shortstop broke out of a prolonged slump in a huge way. 

Aaron Rodgers escapes unscathed following pinky-toe incident

The New York Jets avoided near disaster Saturday after a defender had a close encounter with the pinky toe of star quarterback Aaron Rodgers. 

Watch: Jose Ramirez KO's Tim Anderson during White Sox-Guardians brawl

Fans attending Saturday's Cleveland Guardians vs. Chicago White Sox contest saw a baseball game break out into a boxing match, fit with a knockout. 

Phillies provide update on Bryce Harper's future in OF

Philadelphia Phillies slugger Bryce Harper hasn't played the outfield in over a year, and it appears he won't be back out there anytime soon. 

Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield comments on position battle

Entering his sixth professional season, Baker Mayfield is again competing for a job, but as he told Sara Walsh of NFL Network, it's old hat to the former No. 1 overall pick. 

NASCAR suspends rookie driver for 'liking' racist meme

The NASCAR Cup Series racer allegedly liked a meme on Instagram making light of George Floyd, a Black man killed by police while detained outside a convenience store in Minneapolis in 2020. 

Watch: Zach Thomas honors late HOFer who inspired him most

Unsurprisingly, 2023 Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee Zach Thomas thanked many who helped him earn a bust in Canton.

Watch: DeMarcus Ware makes emotional tribute to fallen teammates at Hall induction

Ware showed he is also a Hall of Fame person, sharing his day with those no longer with us.

Trea Turner responds to standing-O from Phillies fans amid struggles

In the midst of the worst season of his career, Trea Turner received a little "Brotherly Love" from Philadelphia Phillies fans, who gifted the shortstop several standing ovations Friday night.

Luis Severino makes dubious Yankees history after another poor outing

New York Yankees hurler Luis Severino struggled again in the first inning Friday, making some dubious franchise history. 

Watch: Blue Jays prospect homers in first major league at-bat

The 24-year-old's feat helped him join an exclusive group, becoming the 134th player in baseball history to go deep in their first major league at-bat.

Acquitted on rape, kidnapping charges, Eagles OL set to rejoin team

The NFL removed Philadelphia Eagles offensive lineman Josh Sills from the commissioner's exempt list Friday after being acquitted by an Ohio jury on charges of rape and kidnapping. 

Retirement of former World Series MVP marks the end of an era

After several failed comeback attempts, 15-year veteran starting pitcher Cole Hamels called it a career on Friday, marking the end of an era.  As Hamels leaves the game, the book on the 2008 World Champion Philadelphia Phillies officially closes.

Outrageous stat proves how much opposing teams fear Shohei Ohtani

Los Angeles Angels star Shohei Ohtani is having a historic season at the plate, but one outrageous stat shows how feared he really is. 

Bears ink best available defensive free agent to bolster pass rush

The Chicago Bears are signing a top pass-rusher ahead of the 2023 season.

Jets snap embarrassing streak by playing on NBC

The New York Jets snapped a sad streak with their appearance on NBC for Thursday's Hall of Fame Game against the Cleveland Browns.

Nationals announcer rips 'horrendous' umpire Angel Hernandez

Everyone's favorite umpire, Angel Hernandez, worked his first game of the season behind the plate this week, leading to a near meltdown from Washington Nationals color commentator Kevin Frandsen.

NFL exec not sure Justin Fields can overcome his two biggest flaws

The executive gave two reasons why he believes a breakout may not be in the cards for Fields.

Mike Tomlin shares what's impressed him most about rookie CB Joey Porter Jr.

Despite some early adversity, Pittsburgh Steelers rookie cornerback Joey Porter Jr. has impressed head coach Mike Tomlin.

Reason behind Jonathan Taylor's 'shift in attitude' with Colts revealed

Just why did Indianapolis Colts RB Jonathan Taylor have a sharp change of attitude at the start of training camp?

NFC North backup quarterback panic meter

On a scale of one to five, with one being the highest level of panic, here's where NFC North teams stand at backup QB.

Mets expected to test All-Star's trade market after season

Could the New York Mets yet again break break the collective heart of their fanbase by trading Pete Alonso in the offseason?

Watch: Intentional balk backfires for Phillies in wild extra-innings loss to Marlins

Phillies reliever Craig Kimbrel intentionally balked a runner over to third, to prevent the possibility of tipping his pitches. The strategy did not work out on the scoreboard.