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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: Rangers tie franchise mark with nine-run fourth inning

The Texas Rangers season opener wasn't off to a great start, but a historic fourth-inning offensive explosion quickly changed the team's fortunes. 

Watch: MLB pitch clock claims its first victim

The pitch-clock era in MLB began on Opening Day Thursday, and it didn't take long to claim its first victim.

Phillies make sure injured first baseman is with the team in spirit on Opening Day

The reigning National League Champion Philadelphia Phillies begin their 2023 campaign without first baseman Rhys Hoskins, but they took steps to show they are thinking about him ahead of their Opening Day matchup with the Rangers.

MLB, MLBPA reach tentative agreement on historic CBA for minor leagues

Multiple outlets are reporting that MLB and the MLBPA have tentatively agreed to a CBA for minor league players.

NBA approaching record scoring mark following Jrue Holiday's 50-point outing

This NBA season has seen its fair share of monumental scoring efforts, and if the trend continues, the league is on pace to shatter a long-standing mark. 

Anthony Volpe asked former fan favorite for permission to wear No. 11 with Yankees

Yankees rookie shortstop Anthony Volpe asked a former Yankees fan favorite for the right to wear No. 11.

Former Cubs All-Star shares surprising take on Cody Bellinger

Heading into the 2023 MLB season, expectations for Cody Bellinger aren't exactly high. However, former Cubs All-Star and 2016 World Series Champion Dexter Fowler believes Bellinger can turn things around on the North Side. 

Ron Washington has sharp response for demoted Braves prospect

Atlanta Braves third-base coach Ron Washington had a little helpful advice for a prospect who failed to make the Opening Day roster.

Louisiana schools to renew gridiron rivalry after more than 20 years

Separated by only 37 miles, ULM and L.A. Tech have met 43 times since 1953, with the Bulldogs holding the all-time series lead, 30-13.

49ers QB Brock Purdy is even more a bargain than he seems

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy has a secret financial edge which has allowed the team a little added flexibility this offseason.

Iowa's Caitlin Clark records first 40-point triple-double in NCAA Tournament history

Iowa's Clark made history, becoming the first player, among men and women, to post a triple-double with 30 or more points in an NCAA Tournament game. 

Historic defensive performance propels LSU to women's Final Four

On Sunday, LSU made the women's Final Four thanks to a stifling defensive effort against Miami.

This year's men's Final Four will be truly unique

When it comes to wild and unpredictable NCAA Tournaments, the 2023 edition might take the cake.

LSU HC Kim Mulkey rips level of play during in-game Elite Eight interview

During an in-game interview, LSU head coach Kim Mulkey offered some harsh words for the level of play in her team's Elite Eight matchup with Miami.

Sean Payton addresses trade rumors surrounding Courtland Sutton, Jerry Jeudy

The Broncos' draft situation may be dire, but Sean Payton isn't planning on trading Jerry Jeudy or Courtland Sutton away to improve it.

Jordan Miller's historic performance lifts Miami to first Final Four

The senior shot a remarkable 7-of-7 from the field while finishing a perfect 13-of-13 from the charity stripe for a game-high 27 points in the Hurricanes' 88-81 win over No. 2 Texas. 

Creighton's Elite Eight loss continues unusual 2023 NCAA Tournament trends

This year's NCAA Tournament has seen a decimation of the AP's preseason top-10.

92 years ago, a hockey legend popularized a still common NHL tactic

On this day 92 years ago, an NHL goaltender was summoned off the ice in favor of an extra attacker for the first time.

UConn's dominant victory over Gonzaga sets school NCAA Tournament record

The No. 4-seeded UConn Huskies are Final Four bound following a record-setting performance against No. 3 seed Gonzaga in the Elite 8. 

FAU radio announcer nearly missed the call of his life

Ken LaVicka was ready to make the call of his life as the final seconds of Florida Atlantic's Elite 8 win over Kansas State ticked down. However, technical issues nearly ruined LaVicka's big moment. 

Teammates confirm Bobby Wagner has rejoined Seahawks

According to several Seattle Seahawks players, eight-time Pro Bowler Bobby Wagner is coming home.  Seahawks veteran safety Quandre Diggs played insider, citing sources of his own when reporting Wagner's return.  "Future hall of famer LB Bobby Wagner has agreed to terms to return home to the Seattle Seahawks," Diggs Tweeted.

FAU HC explains how Owls shut down K-State's Markquis Nowell on final possession

FAU Coach Dusty May explains the mindset that allowed the Owls to finish off their stunning upset of third-ranked Kansas State.

Historic UConn streak ends in women's Sweet 16

The No. 3 Ohio State Buckeyes advanced to the Women's Elite Eight on Saturday, snapping a historic NCAA Tournament streak after downing No. 2 UConn, 73-61 in the Sweet 16.  Ohio State's win ends an impressive stretch for UConn.

Watch: LSU women's team receives Kobe 6's courtesy of Vanessa Bryant

Less than 24 hours after knocking off No. 2 Utah in the Sweet 16, the LSU Tigers received a special gift ahead of their first Women's Elite Eight appearance since 2008. 

De'Aaron Fox explains why he 'can't watch' a full college basketball game

While basketball fans throughout the country enjoy all the thrilling action that comes with NCAA Tournament time, the Kings guard and former Kentucky Wildcat recently shared a hot take on "March Madness."