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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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Nets prepared to run it back with Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving?

The rumors won't stop, but there's a real possibility KD and Kyrie stay put.

Heat, Knicks reportedly 'interested in dialogue' on Jazz All-Star Donovan Mitchell

On Monday, it was reported that NBA executives believed that Utah Jazz star guard Donovan Mitchell would be available for trade "at some point." Then on Tuesday, it was further reported that the Jazz were willing to listen to offers for Mitchell.

Braves reinstate closer Kenley Jansen from IL

The Atlanta Braves are getting their closer back. Jansen was placed on the 15-day injured list two weeks ago with an irregular heartbeat.

Report: Blues, forward Robert Thomas nearing eight-year, $64M extension

NHL free agency officially begins on Wednesday. With that, the St. Louis Blues are reportedly looking to lock up one of their young stars for the rest of the decade before he can hit the market.

Report: 'All signs point to' Senators being front-runner for seven-time All-Star Claude Giroux

Giroux finished the 2021-2022 regular season with 21 goals and 44 assists for 65 points across 75 games between the Flyers and Panthers.

Nuggets sign one-time All-Star DeAndre Jordan to one-year deal

Jordan is expected to serve as a depth piece at center behind back-to-back league MVP Nikola Jokic.

Judge to allow BAC as evidence in case against Henry Ruggs

If he's convicted, Ruggs faces a minimum of two years and a maximum of 50 years in prison. 

Panthers QB Baker Mayfield has 'no animosity' toward Browns, excited for 'special' Week 1 clash

Less than one week after being traded to the Carolina Panthers, quarterback Baker Mayfield talked virtually with members of the media on Tuesday afternoon.

Four-time All-Pro TE Rob Gronkowski: 'I'm done with football'

Gronkowski insists his retirement is final and that he is transitioning to other pursuits. 

Blue Jays' Kevin Gausman not starting Tuesday, return to rotation 'still up in the air'

Kevin Gausman missed his last scheduled start for the Toronto Blue Jays due to a right ankle bone bruise. The team was hopeful that the 31-year-old would be back on the bump Tuesday for the first game of a two-game set against the Philadelphia Phillies, but they will have to wait at least one day longer for his return.

Report: Browns 'out of picture' for Ndamukong Suh, Raiders, Vikings have 'held conversations' on free agent

Three weeks ago, it was reported that the Las Vegas Raiders and Minnesota Vikings had already had "multiple conversations" with free agent defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh.

Baker Mayfield: 'Whoever we have marked on the schedule, I'm going to try to win'

Mayfield did admit he has Week 1 marked on the calendar.

Reds' Brandon Drury 'in-demand' ahead of trade deadline, an 'option' for Mariners

Brandon Drury is in the middle of arguably the best season of his big league career but could be in his final days with the club as the Aug. 2 trade deadline approaches.

Tiger Woods on LIV Golf participants: 'They've turned their backs on what got them into this position'

The 150th Open Championship begins on Thursday at St. Andrews. One of the storylines that continues to dominate headlines is the inclusion of LIV Golf members in the competition.

Mets ace Jacob deGrom scheduled to make Triple-A rehab start on Thursday

New York Mets ace Jacob deGrom hasn't pitched since July 2021, before he was shut down for the year due to an elbow injury.

Pirates place OF Bryan Reynolds on 10-day IL with strained right oblique

Reynolds heads to the IL after leaving Sunday's game early. 

Report: Seahawks have 'done their homework' on Jimmy Garoppolo

Would the Niners trade Jimmy G. to a division rival?

Pirates reportedly 'unlikely' to trade All-Star closer David Bednar, OF Bryan Reynolds

With the Pittsburgh Pirates seemingly destined for their seventh straight October without playoff baseball and their fourth straight year with a losing record, one would think they'd be in clear sell mode ahead of the upcoming trade deadline.

Tigers OF Austin Meadows expected to be pulled off rehab assignment

Austin Meadows first season with the Detroit Tigers hasn't gone as planned and it sounds like he's now dealing with another setback. 

Royals' Whit Merrifield diagnosed with bone bruise, ligament swelling in right toe

Kansas City Royals two-time All-Star Whit Merrifield hasn't missed a game since the 2018 season but that run is coming to an end. 

Report: Deandre Ayton sign-and-trade between Suns, Pacers 'very close'

The Suns aren't expected to retain Ayton, and Indiana looks like the team that will land him.

Report: NBA execs believe Jazz star Donovan Mitchell will be available for trade 'at some point'

It sounds as though some NBA executives aren't buying recent reports that the Jazz don't intend to trade Mitchell. 

Robinson Cano expected to join Braves active roster Monday ahead of series vs. Mets

Eight-time All-Star Robinson Cano began his third season with the New York Mets this spring, but after 41 at-bats over 12 games played, he was released by the club in early May.

Celtics plan for Malcolm Brogdon to come off bench?

The Celtics landed Brogdon in exchange for a package of players and a 2023 first-round draft pick at the start of July.