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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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Whoa, baby! Egyptian fencer announces pregnancy news amid Olympics exit

As she exits the Summer Olympics in Paris, an Egyptian fencer revealed on Monday that she's also preparing for parenthood.

Oft-injured former Seahawks first-round RB retires at 28

The San Diego State product was limited to just 45 games (11 starts) across his six seasons, as he battled numerous injuries during his career.

Joel Embiid responds to boos from French fans at Olympics

Embiid was heavily booed during Team USA's first Olympics game against Serbia on Sunday.

Patriots HC explains why QB Drake Maye faces an uphill battle for starting role

Maye was New England's first selection in April's NFL Draft (third overall).

Yankees veteran's comments on switching positions show he's not a team player

The veteran has had a rough 2024 season both offensively and defensively.

AL's biggest surprise contender poaches former All-Star SP from Rangers

The Royals now have a reliable No. 3 or No. 4 starter to slide in behind co-aces Cole Ragans and Seth Lugo.

Dawn Staley makes huge admission on Caitlin Clark's Olympics omission

According to the selection committee, Clark hadn't seen enough "high-level reps" to be a member of Team USA.

Steve Kerr addresses if Jayson Tatum will play in Team USA's next game

Tatum was one of just two members of Kerr's squad not to see the floor on Sunday.

Arson attacks on rail system disrupt travel ahead of Olympic opening ceremony

The Paris Olympics are officially underway, but not without some uncertainty after overnight arson attacks on the rail system disrupted the travel of thousands.

Bills co-owner makes triumphant return to field two years after cardiac arrest

In an inspiring moment, Buffalo Bills co-owner Kim Pegula broke huddle with the team in training camp two years after suffering cardiac arrest.

Former NFL star rips Trevor Lawrence while talking QB market

Lawrence and the Jaguars agreed to a five-year, $275M contract extension in mid-June, a deal that tied the Knoxville, Tenn., native with Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow as the highest-paid player in the NFL.

Patrick Mahomes' trainer, teammate respond to Raiders' Kermit the Frog dig

A Raiders fan named Josh Jacopetti (according to ESPN's Paul Gutierrez) dressed up a Kermit doll to look like the two-time MVP, fit with Mahomes' brown curly hair and his No. 15 Kansas City Chiefs jersey.

Padres' Dylan Cease tosses no-hitter two years after now-teammate ended historic bid

Cease finished the job on Thursday afternoon, no-hitting the Washington Nationals in a 3-0 Padres victory.

UNC's Mack Brown explains how losing star QBs to NFL benefits team

North Carolina head coach Mack Brown doesn't sound particularly concerned that the program lost quarterback Drake Maye to the NFL.

Falcons QB Kirk Cousins passes crucial test in return from injury

New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones cleared a big hurdle on Wednesday when he was declared good to go for 11-on-11 drills as he works his way back from last season's torn ACL. Thursday, it was Falcons fans that got good news regarding their quarterback.

Third-generation infielder follows in father's footsteps, joins Brewers organization

The Brewers have added another "fielder" to their organization.

Lions HC Dan Campbell comments on WR throwing up after TD catch

Campbell has spoken highly of the 2022 first-round pick all offseason, saying in May that he was the most improved player in the spring.

Insiders give surprising update on Red Sox manager's future

It was reported on Wednesday that Cora will not only be extending his stay with the Red Sox to 2025, but the 48-year-old had agreed to remain in Boston for multiple seasons after that as well.

Eagles set to lose former Super Bowl hero following 2024 season

Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Brandon Graham told reporters on Wednesday that he'll be retiring following the 2024 season.

NL contender in trouble with All-Star facing possible season-ending injury

Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Christian Yelich is experiencing his best season in years and has helped the Brewers to the top of the NL Central standings. But a trip to the injured list threatens to derail things for player and club.

Jannik Sinner's Olympics exit leads to men's tennis situation not seen in 24 years

Australian Open champion Jannik Sinner announced on Wednesday that he was withdrawing from the Summer Olympics in Paris. The decision — which came after Sinner was diagnosed with tonsillitis — creates a situation in men's tennis that hasn't happened in 24 years.

Buccaneers Pro Bowler says he 'never wants to go back' to early days with team

He started his career in Tampa Bay with the team having missed the playoffs six straight times and nine of the previous 11 years.

Giants HC announces massive injury update on QB Daniel Jones

New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll shared a big update on the progress of quarterback Daniel Jones.

Coco Gauff set to make history at Olympic opening ceremony

World No. 2 women's tennis player Coco Gauff will join Los Angeles Lakers four-time MVP LeBron James as a flag bearer for Team USA during the opening ceremony at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris on Friday, making history in the process.

49ers GM reacts to Brandon Aiyuk's surprise training-camp move

The ongoing Brandon Aiyuk offseason drama took another surprising turn on Tuesday.