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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.

Watch: Carlos Rodon has priceless reaction to jeering Yankees fans

In only his third start in pinstripes, starter Carlos Rodon learned that even on the road, there's no hiding from the wrath of New York Yankees fans. 

Former All-Star believes Joel Embiid may be looking for a way out of Philly

Following recent comments from star Joel Embiid surrounding the possibility of leaving the 76ers, former All-Star Gilbert Arenas weighed in, hinting that the reigning MVP may force a trade because he "sees the writing on the wall." 

What's up with the Rockies' bizarre scoreboard message?

Ahead of Wednesday's matchup between the Rockies and Astros, a bizarre message on the Coors Field scoreboard addressed to "Becky" began to make the rounds through social media, leaving many puzzled. 

Best of NFC North: QB, draft pick, fans and more

The season is creeping closer. Before we know it, the Pro Football Hall of Fame Game (Aug. 3) will be here. As we speed toward the start of the 2023 season, let's examine the best of the NFC North.

DeSean Jackson comments on retirement rumors

Shortly after sharing an Instagram post hinting at possible retirement, veteran wideout DeSean Jackson cleared the air Sunday. 

Guardians receive 'really encouraging' news on former Cy Young winner

It appears that Cleveland Guardians ace Shane Bieber will be able to avoid in-season surgery.

Rain can't damper Lionel Messi's official introduction with Inter Miami

Messi Mania is just getting underway in the MLS.

Watch: Mets' latest blunder perfectly represents 2023 season in one play

The 2023 season has been a comedy of errors for the underachieving Mets, and they found a new way to embarrass themselves Saturday against the Dodgers. 

Andy Dalton, Hall of Famer? One Panther thinks so

New Carolina Panthers RB Miles Sanders had some high praise for veteran QB Andy Dalton.

LeBron James is going back to No. 23 out of respect for late Hall of Famer

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James is bringing an old classic back. 

Watch: Bryce Harper breaks career-long home run drought

On Saturday, Phillies slugger Bryce Harper snapped a long home run drought, smashing a solo shot in the second game of a doubleheader against the Padres at Citizens Bank Park. 

Francisco Lindor agrees with owner Steve Cohen about Mets struggles

Roughly two weeks after New York Mets owner Steve Cohen put the onus on the players to perform better amid a disappointing year, shortstop Francisco Lindor concurred. 

Watch: Debuting Phillies prospect makes incredible catch on first ball hit his way

Just barely into his Major League debut on Saturday, Philadelphia Phillies outfield prospect Johan Rojas made a spectacular leaping catch.

Myles Turner's hot take on guarding Joel Embiid doesn't hold water

Earlier this week, Pacers center Myles Turner stated that 2022-23 NBA MVP Joel Embiid was easier to defend than multi-time MVP Nikola Jokic. However, when examining the matchups between the two, Turner's hot take begins to lose steam. 

Watch: Tigers outfielder pulls off epic deke after robbing home run ball

Detroit Tigers OF Matt Vierling pulled off a very, very casual home run-robbery against the Seattle Mariners on Friday.

Justin Verlander booed by Mets fans following 'inexcusable' outing

The New York Mets and veteran ace Justin Verlander started the second half of the season about the way they played the first half of it.

Naylor brothers accomplish incredibly rare MLB feat vs. Rangers

Josh and Bo Naylor kicked off the second half of the MLB campaign by accomplishing an incredibly rare feat at the plate Friday in the Cleveland Guardians contest against the Texas Rangers. 

Liberty guard tops WNBA and NBA three-point contest record

Sabrina Ionescu shattered the WNBA and NBA record for points scored in the All-Star three-point contest, tallying 37 in the final round on Friday.  Ionescu's ridiculous performance tops the previous best, 31 points, held by Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry and Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton.

Pirates' Andrew McCutchen wasn't pleased about All-Star snub

Pittsburgh Pirates designated hitter Andrew McCutchen was left off this year's All-Star team, and the former MVP wasn't shy about voicing his displeasure about the snub.

Doc Rivers shares surprising take on coaching future

Longtime NBA head coach Doc Rivers doesn't seem to be in much of a hurry to find another job.

Eight NFC North players with the most to prove in 2023

Here are the players with the most to prove on offense and defense for each team in the NFC North.

Tim Tebow explains why he invested in expansion hockey club

Tim Tebow and ice hockey don't seem to mix. Nevertheless, the former Heisman Trophy winner has become a majority owner of an expansion minor league hockey team.

Philip Rivers continues his quest to build an all-offspring team

Philip Rivers and family are preparing for a new addition.

Padres' Juan Soto linked to NL East team

If the Padres don't envision a future in San Diego for Soto, they might trade him for a king's ransom, especially if they keep falling in the standings. 

Red Sox legend has surprising take on whether team should pursue Shohei Ohtani

As Los Angeles Angels star Shohei Ohtani approaches free agency, it seems every MLB club is salivating at the thought of the two-way phenom donning their jersey. But one Red Sox legend had an interesting take on whether the team should join the sweepstakes.