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Victor Barbosa

Victor Barbosa is a passionate follower of MLB, the NBA and NFL, with a deep interest in Boston-area teams. He graduated from Springfield College -- The Birthplace of Basketball --  in 2013 with a degree in Communications-Sports Journalism. Previous bylines include FanSided, Heavy and Syracuse.com, among other publications. Victor lives outside of Albany, NY and can be followed on Twitter/X at @vbarbosa1127.

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Four-time Pro Bowl guard Richie Incognito announces retirement

After over 160 games and 5,800 snaps, the four-time Pro Bowl guard is calling it quits.

Rams LB Bobby Wagner 'didn't want to leave' Seahawks

Despite the difficult exit from the "Emerald City," Wagner had plenty of positive things to say about his time in the Pacific Northwest.

Report: Bengals' Jessie Bates has 'no intentions' of reporting to training camp or playing on franchise tag

In four seasons with the Bengals since being selected in the second round of the 2018 NFL Draft, Bates has collected 408 combined tackles, 35 passes defensed and interceptions over 63 regular-season games.

Padres star SS Fernando Tatis Jr. to begin hitting progression Friday

The 23-year-old underwent surgery to repair a fractured wrist in March.

Chiefs, Pro Bowl OT Orlando Brown unable to reach long-term deal ahead of Friday deadline

Brown spent the first three years of his NFL career with the Baltimore Ravens — earning Pro Bowl honors in 2019 and 2020 — before being traded to the Chiefs in April 2021.

Watch: Tiger Woods receives rousing ovation on walk toward 18th green at The Open

Tiger Woods made it clear on Tuesday that the 150th Open Championship wouldn't be his swan song. He did, however, indicate that the competition could very well be his final Open at St. Andrews.

Report: Rays SP Shane Baz expected to miss at least eight weeks, possibly 'much longer'

Baz missed the first two months of the 2022 season after undergoing arthroscopic surgery in March to remove a bone chip from his elbow, though Rays manager Kevin Cash said the new injury is not related to the procedure.

Red Sox SP Nathan Eovaldi to start Friday vs. Yankees

"Nasty Nate" has been on the injured list due to a lower back issue for just over one month.

Rays place SP Shane Baz on 15-day IL with right elbow sprain

This is the latest injury news in a string of troubles for Baz, as he has been unable to get going with his major league career, despite being one of the Rays' most promising arms.

Cowboys, TE Dalton Schultz not expected to reach contract agreement by Friday deadline

Dallas placed the franchise tag on 26-year-old in March, and he elected to skip part of the team's voluntary organized team activities (OTAs) afterwards.

Former All-Pro OT Mitchell Schwartz announces retirement

After playing his final down during the 2020 season, the offensive tackle has decided to officially hang up his cleats.

Report: Padres being 'extremely cautious' with star shortstop Fernando Tatis Jr.

Padres shortstop Fernando Tatis Jr. underwent wrist surgery in March. He was estimated to miss up to three months, but now approaching the midway point of July, it's been nearly four months since the procedure.

Tom Brady: 'Could this be my last year? Absolutely. Could I change my mind? Absolutely.'

While his longtime teammate and All-Pro tight end Rob Gronkowski is doing his best to convince skeptics that he is indeed "done with football" for good, future Hall-of-Fame quarterback Tom Brady still seems to be unsure, at best, how much longer his playing career will last.

Report: Royals All-Star OF Andrew Benintendi still on Mets' 'radar'

The New York Yankees may be ruling out a summer trade for All-Star Andrew Benintendi, but their crosstown rivals apparently are not. 

David Ortiz: Red Sox need to lock up All-Stars Rafael Devers, Xander Bogaerts

Boston Red Sox legend David Ortiz will officially be enshrined into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 10 days. During his pre-induction media availability session on Thursday, Ortiz took time to discuss the current state of the franchise.

Yankees reportedly 'unlikely' to continue pursuit of All-Star Andrew Benintendi due to vaccination status

Benintendi was recently reported as a group of 10 Kansas City players who are unvaccinated and therefore ineligible to travel with the club to play in a four-game road set against the Toronto Blue Jays.

Report: Kyler Murray extension before training camp 'remains a very reasonable likelihood'

Arizona Cardinals head coach Kliff Kingsbury's mid-June prayers may soon be answered.

Phil Mickelson on Tiger Woods' LIV Golf criticism: 'I certainly respect his opinion' but 'couldn't be happier' with decision

While Phil Mickelson — who carded even-par in the first round — kept things cordial in his response to Woods, he said that he has no regrets with his decision.

Knicks reportedly emerging as 'focused destination' in Donovan Mitchell sweepstakes

Mitchell averaged 25.9 points, a career-high 5.3 assists, 4.2 rebounds and a career-high 1.5 steals during the 2021-2022 regular season, while posting a .448/.355/.853 shooting line in his third straight All-Star campaign.

Justin Rose withdraws from The Open due to back injury

The 150th Open Championship gets underway Thursday morning, but Justin Rose will not be among the field of competitors. The one-time major champion withdrew from the event due to a back injury, hours before he was set to tee off in a group with Tommy Fleetwood and Francesco Molinari.

Giants All-Star OF Joc Pederson declines Home Run Derby invite

Joc Pederson took part in the 2015 Home Run Derby, finishing as the runner-up to Todd Frazier, and then advanced to the semifinals during the 2019 event.

Capitals sign goaltender Darcy Kuemper to five-year, $26.25 million contract

Kuemper posted a 37-12-4 mark across 57 games in the regular season during his lone year with Colorado before going 10-4-0 in 16 games during the team's run to the title.

Report: Browns interested in signing DT Ndamukong Suh

It sounds as though the Browns remain interested in the veteran defensive tackle. 

Senators, Claude Giroux agree to three-year, $19.5M contract

The Senators' addition of Giroux gives them a skater with 85 games of playoff experience. Ottawa hasn't made the postseason since 2017.

Devils reportedly a front-runner for six-time All-Star Johnny Gaudreau

Johnny Gaudreau has spent his entire career with the Calgary Flames since being selected by the organization in the fourth round of the 2011 NHL Entry Draft. That run may be ending soon.