Mike Santa Barbara Archives

February 23, 2023 | Indiana Pacers

Pacers' Myles Turner accomplished a first for NBA centers Thursday night

Even in a loss, Myles Turner shined Thursday night for the Indiana Pacers, accomplishing a feat no center has in the game's long history.

February 23, 2023 | MLB

MLB to increase 'sticky' substances checks on pitchers

MLB hitters suggested that at certain times, pitchers were able to circumvent checks for illegal substances put in place over the past two seasons. As a result, the league plans to step up checks for illegal substances.

February 23, 2023 | Phoenix Suns

Devin Booker scoffs at calling Suns a 'super team'

If things do work out with Kevin Durant in Phoenix, the Suns will probably be more than happy to let basketball fans and reporters alike call them anything they want, especially if the season ends with the team hoisting the Larry O'Brien Trophy.

February 23, 2023 | Philadelphia Phillies

Philadelphia Phillies provide an optimistic update on Bryce Harper's status

On Thursday, Philadelphia Phillies president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski provided an optimistic update on Bryce Harper, as the slugger continues his rehab from Tommy John surgery.

February 23, 2023 | Denver Broncos

Broncos RB Javonte Williams could miss multiple games in 2023

An ACL tear is brutal enough, but Williams also suffered a torn LCL and posterior lateral corner, meaning a much longer than usual recovery time.

February 23, 2023 | New York Yankees

Watch: Two-time World Series champion makes debut for Savannah Bananas

The two-time World Series champion didn't have the same burst out of the batter's box as he used to, but he still didn't look bad for a 49-year-old whose last professional at-bat came more than a decade ago.

February 23, 2023 | College Football

Colorado adds another intriguing transfer at wideout

The wideout is coming off a solid junior year at USF, where he tallied career highs in receptions (53), receiving yards (718) and touchdowns (6).

February 22, 2023 | Denver Broncos

Matt Patricia emerges as candidate for Broncos DC opening

A new and unexpected candidate for the Denver Broncos' vacant defensive coordinator position has emerged.

February 22, 2023 | NHL

Rangers reportedly still in pursuit of Blackhawks' Patrick Kane

The Rangers have not given up on possibly snagging Kane before the NHL trade deadline on March 3.

February 22, 2023 | Philadelphia 76ers

Mac McClung drawing eyes, and ticket sales for 76ers' G-League affiliate

Only days removed from his unfathomable slam dunk contest win over NBA All-Star Weekend, basketball fans are flocking to Wilmington, Delaware, to get a glimpse of McClung.

February 22, 2023 | NBA

Watch: Anthony Davis has interesting response to questions about Russell Westbrook

Davis didn't say anything negative about Westbrook, but none of his words could be confused for compliments.

February 22, 2023 | Philadelphia Phillies

Phillies reliever honors players who homer off him in an unusual way

When showing respect for an opponent, a kind word, a handshake, or a nod of approval usually does it. Still, Phillies reliever Matt Strahm takes it a bit further.

February 22, 2023 | New Jersey Devils

Jack Hughes approaching impressive Devils franchise record

At only 21 years old, center Jack Hughes has emerged as one of the league's most dynamic point-getters and is closing in quickly on an impressive New Jersey Devils franchise mark.

February 19, 2023 | Boston Celtics

Jayson Tatum made unique history following record-breaking 55-point All-Star Game performance

According to ESPN's Matt Williams, Tatum is the first player to post games of 50 or more points in the regular season, postseason, and All-Star Game.

February 19, 2023 | Los Angeles Lakers

LeBron James leaves All-Star Game with hand injury

James sustained the injury while attempting to block a Pascal Siakem layup during the first half.

February 19, 2023 | Dallas Mavericks

Luka Doncic delivers hilarious response to question about competing in next year's dunk contest

After slamming home an uncontested two-handed jam, TNT play-by-play announcer Brian Anderson asked a mic'd up Doncic if he's planning to throw his hat in the slam dunk ring next season. Doncic's response was priceless.

February 19, 2023 | NASCAR

Ricky Stenhouse Jr. wins longest Daytona 500 thanks to a timely push

The 65th annual "Great American Race" ended under caution after a crash took out several cars on lap 212, and a video review confirmed Stenhouse's victory.

February 19, 2023 | Toronto Blue Jays

Blue Jays manager John Schneider is a real-life hero

Meeting with reports on Saturday, Schneider revealed that, while at lunch with his wife the previous day in Dunedin, Florida, he had performed the Heimlich maneuver on a choking woman, saving her life.

February 19, 2023 | NASCAR

NASCAR fans soured by repeated commercial breaks during Daytona 500

In this day and age, commercials and sporting events on television go hand in hand. They are an unfortunate but necessary evil. However, race fans eager to take in the 65th annual Daytona 500 on Sunday from the comfort of their homes were dismayed by the amounts of breaks during the action.

February 19, 2023 | San Diego Padres

Manny Machado, Padres reportedly $145 million apart in contract talks

With Manny Machado's opt-out looming, the San Diego Padres unsurprisingly want to keep their prized third baseman.

February 18, 2023 | Philadelphia 76ers

G-leaguer steals the show at NBA Slam Dunk Contest

Entering as the first G League player to participate in the competition, McClung stole the show in Utah.

February 18, 2023 | NBA

Future NBA in-season tournaments could include teams from outside the league

After instituting a play-in tournament for the postseason three years ago, the NBA has begun tinkering with adding a mid-season tournament too. However, if the event ever comes to fruition, it might feature teams unfamiliar to the average fan of the NBA.