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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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One-time All-Star Jose Quintana 'among the most popular' pitchers on trade market, Blue Jays named 'possible landing spot'

The Toronto Blue Jays recently landed lefty reliever Anthony Banda in a trade with the Pittsburgh Pirates. Could Toronto soon be acquiring another southpaw hurler from Pittsburgh?

Trail Blazers plan to waive Eric Bledsoe, several teams expected to pursue guard in free agency

Eric Bledsoe was traded to the Portland Trail Blazers as part of a five-player blockbuster in early February, but did not end up suiting up for his new squad this past season due to an Achilles injury.

Commanders WR Terry McLaurin opens up about contract negotiations

McLaurin is coming off of his second straight season of at least 1,000 receiving yards. He ended the 2021 campaign with 77 receptions for 1,053 yards and five touchdowns.

NBA insider: A 'good chance' Pacers trade Myles Turner this offseason

Over two weeks ago, it was reported that the Indiana Pacers were "seriously discussing" trades surrounding Malcolm Brogdon and Myles Turner. The Pacers then sent Brogdon to the Boston Celtics in exchange for a haul of players, plus a 2023 first-round draft pick.

Timberwolves acquire Rudy Gobert from Jazz for massive haul of players, draft picks

With Gobert and Towns now manning the middle, Minnesota has one of the most fearsome starting fives on paper.

Mets' Chris Bassitt placed on COVID list ahead of scheduled start vs. Rangers

Just when the New York Mets were finally starting to get some good news on their much-beleaguered starting rotation, the group took another hit on Friday.

Ronald Acuna Jr. returns to Braves lineup after four-game absence

The Atlanta Braves suffered one of their biggest defeats of the 2022 season on Thursday in a 14-4 shellacking on the road against the Philadelphia Phillies.

Celtics land former ROTY Malcolm Brogdon from Pacers for package of players, 2023 first-round pick

The Boston Celtics came up two wins short of their winning their 18th NBA title in June, which would've broken a tie with their rivals -- the Los Angeles Lakers -- atop of the league for the most championships all-time.

Yankees activate Aroldis Chapman off IL, Clay Holmes to remain closer

Chapman is ready to return from injury but he won't jump right back into his customary role as closer. 

Bulls, two-time All-Star Zach LaVine agree to five-year, $215.2M max contract extension

LaVine underwent arthroscopic surgery in May, but is expected to be ready to play when the 2022-2023 season begins in October.

Bruce Brown, Nuggets agree to two-year contract worth over $13 million

Brown was a key member of the Brooklyn Nets the last two seasons.

Mitchell Robinson agrees to four-year, $60 million contract with Knicks

The New York Knicks are retaining one of their most promising youngsters who should help shore up their frontcourt for years to come. The move continues a busy stretch for the Knicks, as they got started with a pair of notable trades on the night of the NBA Draft, sending No.

Cavaliers, Ricky Rubio agree to three-year, $18.4 million deal

Less than five months after being traded away, Ricky Rubio is headed back to the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Trail Blazers, Gary Payton II finalizing three-year, $28 million contract

Payton II set career highs in 7.1 points, 3.5 rebounds, 1.4 steals and 17.6 minutes per game across 71 contests (16 starts) during the 2021-2022 regular season.

Pelicans, Zion Williamson nearing five-year rookie max extension worth up to $231 million

New Orleans Pelicans executive vice president David Griffin said in early June that offering star forward Zion Williamson a maximum contract extension would be "a pretty easy decision."

Nets acquire Royce O'Neale from Jazz for 2023 first-round pick

The Brooklyn Nets acquired forward Royce O'Neale from the Utah Jazz in exchange for a 2023 first-round pick.

Kevin Durant requests trade from Nets, 'wish list' reportedly includes Heat, Suns

If he has it his way this summer, Kevin Durant has played in a Brooklyn Nets uniform for the final time.

UCLA, USC planning to leave Pac-12 for Big Ten

UCLA and USC reportedly cited "financial disparity between Big Ten revenue and projected Pac-12 revenue" as the biggest reason for their planned move.

Report: P.J. Tucker 'unlikely' to return to Heat, 'multiple teams' interested in veteran forward

Though he is almost certainly in the latter stages of his NBA career, forward P.J. Tucker has been among the most talked about players as the offseason ramps up towards Thursday evening's free agency kickoff.

Report: Mets 'discussing the possibility' of Jacob deGrom starting rehab on Sunday

deGrom — who hasn't taken the mound on a major league diamond since July 2021 — threw a 27-pitch live bullpen session on Wednesday.

Hornets release statement on Miles Bridges' domestic violence arrest

Bridges is now facing felony domestic violence charges after he was arrested in Los Angeles Wednesday afternoon.

Former 76ers HC Brett Brown expected to rejoin Spurs as assistant

Prior to his time in Philadelphia, Brown served as an assistant under Gregg Popovich from 2004 to 2013, earning three NBA championship rings.

Zach LaVine expected to re-sign with Bulls, two sides working on five-year max deal worth 'roughly' $215 million

It looks like basketball fans in the Windy City might not have to worry about losing All-Star Zach LaVine this offseason. In fact, the Bulls and LaVine are reportedly working towards an agreement on locking in the 27-year-old on a long-term contract.

Pistons, PG Kemba Walker finalizing contract buyout

Kemba Walker's stay with the Detroit Pistons did not last long. Walker was traded from the New York Knicks one week ago during the NBA Draft along with No.

Astros rookie Jeremy Pena, OF Yordan Alvarez exit after nasty collision

The Astros saw not one, but two of their star players suffer injuries during a nasty collision. Alvarez had to be carted off the field, while Pena also left the game.