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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.

Agent Scott Boras miffed by how Mets handled Carlos Correa situation

In an interview with USA Today's Bob Nightengale, Boras seemed confused about the Mets' decision to negotiate a contract since he says they had the same medical information as the San Francisco Giants, the first team to walk away from talks with Correa.

Giants' Daniel Jones joins elite company in first playoff win

According to ESPN Stats and Info, Jones is only the third quarterback to throw for 300 or more yards and rush for at least 75 yards in a playoff game.

Seahawks QB Geno Smith wants to stay in Seattle

After helping lead the Seahawks to the playoffs in its first season sans quarterback Russell Wilson, Smith believes he's finally found a home. 

Jaguars sign record-setting CFL quarterback Nathan Rourke

While the Jaguars seem set at quarterback for the foreseeable future, it hasn't stopped the team from adding talent to the position.

Rams' Aaron Donald flirting with retirement?

A change to the Twitter bio of Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald has sparked rumors that the All-Pro is mulling retirement. On Sunday, Donald briefly updated his profile on Twitter to "former NFL D Lineman for the Rams." Soon after word began to spread, Donald's bio changed again, with "former" removed.

Chargers made dubious NFL history in shocking wild-card loss to Jaguars

Blowing one of the biggest playoff leads ever wasn't the only unfortunate history made by the Chargers on Saturday.

Chargers' Asante Samuel Jr. had a wild, record-setting first half vs. Jaguars

The Chargers cornerback may haunt the nightmares of Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence for eternity after posting an interception hat-trick in the first half of Saturday's AFC wild-card matchup.

Captials' Alex Ovechkin tied another NHL mark against Flyers

Late in the first period, Ovechkin put a backhander by Flyers goaltender Carter Hart, securing the 17th 30-goal season of his illustrious career. Ovechkin matches Hall of Famer Mike Gartner for the most 30-plus goal campaigns in NHL history.

Brock Purdy makes NFL history in 49ers' wild-card win over Seahawks

According to the NFL media and research department, on Saturday, Purdy became only the second rookie in the Super Bowl era to both throw for a touchdown and rush for one in a playoff game. 

Lions' Jamaal Williams fined more for TD celebration than Packers' Quay Walker for shoving trainer

Williams moved his hips suggestively after scoring a touchdown, and Walker aggressively shoved a trainer from behind while they attended to an injured player. Somehow, the league deemed that Williams' act warranted a higher fine.

Rodgers committed to Packers for 'two to three years' after signing extension last offseason

Nearly a week after the Green Bay Packers season ended, quarterback Aaron Rodgers's future is still up in the air, despite having three years remaining on a contract extension signed in March. According to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport, when Rodgers signed the extension, he committed to the Packers for "two or three years."

Carlos Correa has no 'hard feelings' toward Giants, or Mets after physical debacle

Carlos Correa entered free agency as one of the more sought-after players on the market. However, due to concerns over his physical, deals with the San Francisco Giants and New York Mets ultimately fell through.

What can the Cardinals get in a trade for WR DeAndre Hopkins?

This week, rumors began circulating that the Arizona Cardinals are looking to trade wide receiver, DeAndre Hopkins. But what can the Cardinals get in return for the five-time Pro Bowler?

Dolphins' Tyreek Hill might have willed a Bills fan to hit WR coach Wes Welker with a snowball

The Dolphins' first visit to Highmark Stadium saw the team welcomed by a barrage of snowballs from "Bills Mafia" in a memorable late December game in Week 15. On Friday, wideout Tyreek Hill revealed to reporters that even receivers coach Wes Welker wasn't immune to the fans' wrath and that he may have willed it to happen.

NFL insider thinks Sean Payton's interest in Cardinals' HC gig is 'pretty legit'

The idea that Sean Payton could be the next head coach of the Arizona Cardinals is picking up steam.

Pro Bowl OT Lane Johnson says he'll be ready for Eagles' playoff opener next week

After missing the final two regular season games with an injury, Pro Bowl tackle Lane Johnson provided Philadelphia Eagles fans with the update they hoped for ahead of the team's postseason opener next week.

Watch: Nets' Ben Simmons passes up easy layup in scoreless effort vs. Celtics

With 7:50 left in the fourth quarter, and the Nets trailing the Celtics by eight, Simmons passed up on what looked like an easy bucket. Instead, he turned the ball over, throwing it over center Nic Claxton, who was cutting to the basket.

Colts considering Chiefs OC Eric Bieniemy for HC vacancy

Kicking off its search for a new head coach, the Indianapolis Colts have reportedly interviewed an intriguing candidate from the AFC's top-seeded Kansas City Chiefs. 

Steelers' Pat Freiermuth has 'heard stories' about Patriots HC Bill Belichick, wouldn't play for him

Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Pat Freiermuth, a Newburyport, Massachusetts native, may have grown up a New England Patriots fan, but he'd never want to play for the organization. 

Raiders will cut QB Derek Carr if he isn't traded by specific date

The news of a deadline isn't likely to help the trade market for Carr. Giving up assets for a player who is only going to be released isn't a strategy most teams would adopt.

Ravens' Lamar Jackson provides ominous update on knee injury, status for playoff opener

Following days of optimism and doubt regarding the possible return of Lamar Jackson to the lineup ahead of the Baltimore Ravens' playoff opener this weekend, the quarterback provided an ominous update on his injured knee.

Report: Pirates seeking a Juan Soto-like return in trade for Bryan Reynolds

Reynolds remains a Pirate despite a December trade request. A recent report may shed some light on why he hasn't been moved with Spring Training approaching. 

A.J. Hinch shares thoughts on Astros' legacy in aftermath of sign-stealing scandal

On Wednesday's episode of "The Show" with Jon Heyman and Joel Sherman of the New York Post, Hinch shared his thoughts on the players that remain from the infamous 2017 team and what the winning they've done since means for their legacy and the team's.

Spurs set to break NBA attendance record in Friday's return to the Alamodome

On Friday, when the Spurs return to its old home, the Alamodome, to take on the Warriors, the franchise will shatter an NBA attendance record that has stood for 25 years.