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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: Young Sixers fan tricks Giannis Antetokounmpo into signing autograph

Ahead of Saturday night's contest between the Sixers and Milwaukee Bucks, cameras caught a young girl dressed in the home team's gear approach star Giannis Antetokounmpo for an autograph. All was not as it seemed.

Cardinals could soon decide on the future of WR DeAndre Hopkins

Hopkins has been the topic of trade rumors since last year's deadline. Though, word out of the NFL Combine this week in Indianapolis is that a decision on Hopkins' future could come sooner rather than later. 

Carson Wentz wants to keep playing, open to 'various' roles

Usually, when a quarterback struggles, many suggest a change of scenery as the remedy. However, Wentz has had two opportunities at fresh starts, squandering both.

Ja Morant will step away from team to 'get help'

Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant announced that he plans on stepping away from the team for a time to get help for his problematic off-court behavior.

Jerry Jones has 'great' conversation with Odell Beckham Jr.'s mother

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones told reporters that he talked with Odell Beckham Jr.'s mother at this week's NFL Scouting Combine.

Seven Cubs pitchers combine for spring no-hitter vs. Padres

On Friday night, seven Chicago Cubs pitchers combined to throw a no-hitter in a 4-0 win against the San Diego Padres in Cactus League action. 

Ravens have 'best offer' to Lamar Jackson laid out ahead of franchise tag deadline

The Ravens reportedly have their best contract offer on the table for Lamar Jackson as the franchise tag deadline approaches.

Cowboys owner Jerry Jones comments on Tony Pollard rumor

While Jones' denial had reporters laughing, he clarified his point about using the franchise tag as leverage in contract negotiations.  

NFL insider links 49ers to QB Baker Mayfield

With uncertainty surrounding Brock Purdy's availability for the 2023 season, the San Francisco 49ers will likely be searching for a veteran quarterback this offseason, with Baker Mayfield as a potential target.

Warriors owner was hesitant to go through with James Wiseman trade

Golden State Warriors owner Joe Lacob said that he needed convincing before clearing the team's trade of James Wiseman to the Detroit Pistons.

Browns interested in former Super Bowl hero

Amid reports that the "ship has sailed" on re-signing defensive end Jadeveon Clowney, the Cleveland Browns reportedly have their eye on another former Pro Bowl rusher. 

QB Anthony Richardson doesn't understand his 'project' label

Expected by many to be the third quarterback off the board in this April's NFL Draft, former Florida Gator Anthony Richardson has already received the dreaded "project" label from analysts and pundits alike. 

Kyrie Irving proved that help for Luka Doncic is here in win over 76ers

Only eight games into his stint as a Dallas Maverick, Kyrie Irving is already proving that help for star Luka Doncic has finally arrived.

Bruins become fastest team to 100 points in NHL history

The Boston Bruins kept their incredible season going Thursday night, knocking off the Buffalo Sabres 7-1 and increasing the team's win streak to nine games. The victory also helped the Bruins set an impressive league record as the fastest team to reach 100 points in a season in NHL history. 

Darius Slay calls out Chiefs' JuJu Smith-Schuster over TikTok skit

JuJu Smith-Schuster shared a TikTok skit mocking several Eagles, nearly three weeks removed from the Chiefs' victory in Super Bowl LVII. Understandably, members of the Eagles aren't happy about Smith-Schuster's low blow.

Brew Crew's Corbin Burnes attributes career turnaround to mental approach

Corbin Burnes credited a change in mental approach with his career turnaround.

Nuggets HC rips accusations of stat-padding against Nikola Jokic

Despite winning two-straight MVPs and averaging a triple-double for the season, Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic has his doubters. On Thursday, his coach fired back.

Blue Jackets share hilarious tribute to Jonathan Quick

A day after acquiring Jonathan Quick from the Los Angeles Kings, the Columbus Blue Jackets traded the veteran netminder again on Thursday.

Kevin Durant posts 23 points in Suns debut against Hornets

Kevin Durant scored 23 points in his Suns debut against the Hornets on Wednesday.

Another multi-goal outing puts Connor McDavid in NHL record books again

McDavid continues to wow fans. What else does he have in store? The hockey world waits excitedly.

Colts hoping to find their version of Jalen Hurts in NFL Draft

Indianapolis Colts head coach Shane Steichen said that the organization is searching for a quarterback who has the drive and motivation of Jalen Hurts.

Carlos Correa says Phillies' top pitching prospect is 'going to be a star'

MLB's No. 1 pitching prospect Andrew Painter made his first spring training start Wednesday for the Phillies against the Twins, leaving a two-time All-Star impressed.

Several teams felt Coyotes' asking price for Jakob Chychrun was too steep

With less than 48 hours until Friday's NHL trade deadline, the Coyotes finally pulled the trigger on a trade of Chychrun, dealing the young defenseman to the Senators in exchange for three draft picks. 

Questions about Jimmy Butler's 'personality' led to Sixers breakup

Following several years of rumor and speculation, the answer to why the 76ers and now Heat small forward broke up following the end of the 2018-19 season has materialized. 

Former Bills Pro Bowler helped Clemson nab four-star RB

The Clemson Tigers made an offer to only one running back for the 2024 class, four-star recruit David Eziomume. On Wednesday, the Tigers landed Eziomume with help from former eight-year NFL veteran and now Clemson running backs coach C.J.