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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.

Dodgers rookie reacts to slugging homer off 'childhood hero'

Playing against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Friday, Los Angeles Dodgers OF James Outman homered off one of his idols.

Dusty Baker revisits Hank Aaron's record-breaking homer

Almost 50 years later, Houston Astros manager Dusty Baker reminisced on Hank Aaron's historic 715th long ball.

One stat makes Sidney Crosby's 1,500-point milestone even more impressive

Penguins star Sidney Crosby became the 15th player in NHL history to reach 1,500 points Saturday against the Red Wings. 

Texas NBA teams achieve ugly history

NBA fans in Texas are having a rough season, as the Mavericks, Rockets and Spurs have all been officially eliminated from playoff contention.

76ers' Joel Embiid set to win second straight scoring title

With the NBA season coming to a close, Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid is making history. 

Ozzie Guillen says White Sox had Astros' signs in 2005 World Series

Guillen gave a vague answer when asked how the White Sox acquired the Astros' signs, explaining that Chicago's "great coaching staff" deserved the credit. 

Celtics star out for remainder of season after suffering bizarre hand injury

Boston Celtics All-Star Jaylen Brown suffered a bizarre hand injury, affecting his availability for the rest of the regular season. 

White Sox outfielder slows it down to sock pair of home runs

On Friday, Chicago White Sox outfielder Louis Robert Jr. had to slow his bat way, way down in order to launch a pair of homers.

Former Packers VP revisits decision to draft Aaron Rodgers

Former Green Bay Packers vice president Andrew Brandt spoke about the team's initial decision to draft Aaron Rodgers.

Padres discussed contract extension with star outfielder during offseason

Free agency is only two seasons away for star outfielder Juan Soto. With that in mind, the San Diego Padres reportedly discussed a potential contract extension with the two-time All-Star during the offseason.

David Pastrnak's OT-winner has Bruins a win away from NHL history

NHL history is within reach for the Boston Bruins.

Jack Hughes nears Devils' franchise mark after four-point night

Dynamic young center Jack Hughes is on the cusp of surpassing a long-held New Jersey Devils record after a big night Thursday.

Giants rookie cracks first MLB homer with Barry Bonds-style bat

On Thursday, San Francisco Giants rookie Blake Sabol smashed his first career home run and did so with a familiar-looking bat.

Former teammate dispels myths about Baker Mayfield

After four relatively unsuccessful seasons leading the Cleveland Browns, quarterback Baker Mayfield has gained an unflattering reputation as a bust who his teammates dislike. One former teammate recently pushed back against that narrative.

UCLA star to forgo final year of eligibility, enter NBA Draft

The guard ranked among the top five in the Pac-12 in points per game (17.8, 2nd), steals (1.5, 4th) and rebounds (8.2, 5th) over 37 regular-season games with the Bruins during the 2022-23 campaign. 

Watch: Miguel Cabrera throws ceremonial first pitch alongside Detroit icons

Future Hall of Famer Miguel Cabrera played the final home opener of his Major League career on Thursday, but several Detroit sports legends helped make it extra special.

Jets ink Aaron Rodgers' former backup

Following weeks of buzz, the New York Jets finally landed a former Green Bay Packers quarterback, only not the one fans have long anticipated. 

Unbeaten Rays off to a historic start to season

Improving to 6-0, the Rays are the first team since the 2016 Baltimore Orioles to stay unbeaten six games into the season. However, the Rays are playing at a level early on that has gone unmatched for more than a century of baseball. 

Angels superstar makes odd MLB history unlikely to be matched

Los Angeles Angels two-way star Shohei Ohtani made a unique bit of MLB history on Wednesday.

White Sox's Elvis Andrus notches hits milestone to join exclusive group

On Wednesday, 15-year MLB veteran Elvis Andrus recorded career hit No. 2,000 and now finds himself in exclusive company.

Tim Hardaway Jr. responds to father's criticisms of Kyrie Irving, Luka Doncic

On Wednesday, Hall of Famer Tim Hardaway criticized star Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving, questioning their leadership qualities. Later in the day, Mavericks veteran shooting guard Tim Hardaway Jr. responded.

Watch: O's Grayson Rodriguez overcome by emotion following MLB debut

On Wednesday, Baltimore Orioles pitching prospect Grayson Rodriguez made his long-awaited Major League debut.

Bryce Harper takes another massive step in rehab from Tommy John surgery

On Tuesday, Harper participated in live batting practice for the first time since undergoing Tommy John surgery following the Phillies' run to the World Series last season.

'Polo Grounds bat' used by Babe Ruth sells for record price

It's been nearly a century since George Herman Ruth, better known as "The Babe," last picked up a baseball bat in a Major League game. However, artifacts related to the Yankees' legend are still in high demand. 

Phillies star Bryce Harper could return sooner than expected

Still recovering from offseason Tommy John surgery, Philadelphia Phillies star Bryce Harper may be closer to returning to the field than previously expected.