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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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Report: 'Expectation' within NFL continues to be that Jimmy Garoppolo is traded by end of July

Garoppolo underwent shoulder surgery in March and the team has been expected to be ushering in the Trey Lance era this fall.

Mets activate Chris Bassitt from COVID list for Friday start vs. Marlins

The righthander made headlines on Thursday, blasting MLB's COVID-19 protocols.

James Harden taking $15M pay cut for upcoming season, plans to sign two-year deal with player option

James Harden declined his $47.3 million option for the 2022-2023 season in late June, but all indications have been pointing to him remaining with the Philadelphia 76ers.

Warriors in 'no rush' to extend Jordan Poole, Andrew Wiggins

While Andrew Wiggins and Jordan Poole aren't scheduled to hit the market until 2023, the Dubs apparently aren't thinking about any long-term deals with either of the two players yet.

Red Sox SP Nathan Eovaldi expected to make Triple-A rehab start Sunday

After one major league pitcher wreaked havoc on the home clubhouse earlier this week, the Triple-A Worcester Red Sox will be welcoming in another member of Boston's starting rotation on a rehab assignment on Sunday.

Rays 2B Brandon Lowe 'okay' after HBP during rehab game

Tampa Bay Rays second baseman Brandon Lowe has been sidelined since mid-May with a lower back injury, but appeared in his first game on a minor league rehab assignment Thursday night with Triple-A Durham.

NBA insider Brian Windhorst: Trade involving Kyrie Irving, Russell Westbrook 'eventually going to happen'

Kyrie Irving opted into his $37 million player option with the Brooklyn Nets in late June. Russell Westbrook followed suit with his $47.1 million opt-in shortly thereafter with the Los Angeles Lakers.

Albert Pujols, Miguel Cabrera selected to All-Star Game by commissioner Rob Manfred

Albert Pujols made his first All-Star Game during his NL Rookie of the Year campaign in 2001. Miguel Cabrera earned his first trip to the Midsummer Classic as a second-year pro in 2004.

Nick Kyrgios was 'reckless ball of energy,' only got one hour of sleep Thursday night

The 27-year-old Australian will be competing in his first Grand Slam final on Sunday.

Report: Panthers wanted Baker Mayfield to take $7 million pay cut

The former Heisman Trophy winner was only willing to give up $3.5 million of his $18.86 million guaranteed salary.

Trail Blazers first-round pick Shaedon Sharpe injures shoulder in Summer League debut

Sharpe finished the game with just two points on 1-for-3 shooting to go with one turnover in five minutes and 33 seconds of play.

Red Sox SP Michael Wacha unsure if he'll start Friday vs. Yankees

The Red Sox open up arguably their biggest series of the 2022 season thus far on Thursday, when they face the rival Yankees.

Astros SS Jeremy Pena scratched vs. Royals due to health and safety protocols

After recently returning from an injury suffered in result of a nasty collision with Alvarez, the shortstop is back on the shelf on Thursday, but not due to injury.

Raiders hire Sandra Douglass Morgan as first Black female team president in NFL history

The Las Vegas Raiders broke a significant barrier on Thursday.

Von Miller was 'ready' to sign with Cowboys but 'wouldn't take that much less' money

He'll try to help lead Buffalo to their first championship in franchise history in the upcoming season.

Penguins, Kris Letang agree to six-year, $36.6 million extension

The 35-year-old defenseman took a big step on Thursday toward ensuring that he finishes his playing days with the Pens.

Bears WR David Moore arrested on drug and weapon charges

Moore is now the third Bears newcomer to get arrested this offseason.

Rafael Nadal still hoping to play Wimbledon semifinal on Friday despite seven-millimeter abdominal tear

Rafael Nadal outlasted Taylor Fritz in a marathon five-set thriller at the All England Club Wednesday to advance to the Wimbledon semifinals against Nick Kyrgios on Friday.

WNBA star Brittney Griner pleads guilty to drug charges in Russian court

Phoenix Mercury center Brittney Griner's criminal trial in Russian court for alleged cannabis possession began last week. On Thursday morning, the seven-time All-Star submitted her plea on the charges.

Advocates for MiLB players send letter to Congress asking for same protections given to MLB players

Executive Director of Advocates for Minor Leaguers Harry Marino has sent a letter to Senate Judiciary Committee leadership, calling for MiLB players to get the same protections already given to MLB players.

Nets expect 'one of the biggest trade returns in league history' for Kevin Durant

If the Brooklyn Nets are to accommodate Kevin Durant's recent trade request and send out the superstar, they'll of course be looking for a significant return.

A's ace Frankie Montas' MRI shows shoulder inflammation, no structural damage

Montas exited his most recent outing on Sunday against the Seattle Mariners after just one inning of work due to shoulder tightness.

Panthers acquire QB Baker Mayfield from Browns

Mayfield had long since requested a trade from the Browns, but muddying the process has been potential suitors' desire for Cleveland to eat a large portion of his nearly $19 million salary.

White Sox activate OF Eloy Jimenez from IL

Prior to landing on the injured list, Jimenez had started the 2022 season 8-for-36 with one home run and seven RBIs.

Heat re-sign Caleb Martin to three-year deal

Caleb Martin had his biggest opportunity for playing time during the 2021-2022 NBA season — his third in the league — and capitalized on the chance with his best campaign to date.