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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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Warriors rookie Ryan Rollins ruled out of Summer League with stress fracture in right foot

Rollins was selected by the Atlanta Hawks with the 44th overall pick in last week's NBA Draft, but he was subsequently traded to the Warriors.

Blue Jays reportedly interested in Royals OF Andrew Benintendi

Kansas City Royals outfielder Andrew Benintendi could be a hot commodity in the coming weeks as the Aug. 2 MLB trade deadline approaches.

Watch: Brewers OF Jonathan Davis makes diving catch vs. Rays while crashing face-first into wall

Davis made his submission for catch of the year in the bottom of the second inning.

Yankees manager Aaron Boone: 'Probably leaning more towards Friday' for activating Aroldis Chapman off IL

Prior to the injury, Chapman had gone 0-2 and recorded nine saves while registering a 3.86 ERA and 1.64 WHIP with 15 strikeouts over 14 innings pitched.

Royals' Andrew Benintendi tabbed 'name to watch' if Phillies trade for outfielder

The seventh-overall draft pick in 2015, Benintendi is having a strong 2022 campaign, entering Wednesday with a .303/.368/.391 slash line with three home runs and 27 RBIs.

Mets ace Jacob deGrom throws live batting practice Wednesday

It's been almost three months since New York Mets starting pitcher Jacob deGrom landed on the injured list with a shoulder issue. Wednesday morning brought another update on his ongoing attempt to return to the mound at Citi Field at some point this summer.

Nuggets nearing trading Will Barton, Monte Morris to Wizards for Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and Ish Smith

The Denver Nuggets and Washington Wizards are nearing a two-for-two trade that will also lead to one player involved in the deal making NBA history, according to reports.

Former four-time All-Star Ian Kinsler to manage Team Israel at 2023 World Baseball Classic

The man at the helm of Team Israel during next year's World Baseball Classic will be somebody that Texas Rangers fans will be plenty familiar with from his days leading the club to back-to-back World Series appearances in 2010 and 2011.

Report: Panthers' Anthony Duclair looking at potential surgery for Achilles tendon injury

Duclair helped lead Florida to the best record in the league during the regular season with a career-high 31 goals, 27 assists and 58 points.

Report: Trail Blazers expected to offer Damian Lillard two-year contract extension exceeding $100 million

The Portland Trail Blazers missed the postseason for the first time in nine years this spring. Uncoincidentally, the down campaign came in a season where superstar Damian Lillard was limited to a career-low 29 games due to injury.

Jazz hire former Celtics assistant Will Hardy as next head coach, David Fizdale as associate GM

Will Hardy served as Celtics head coach Ime Udoka's top assistant for one season.

Astros place five-time All-Star Michael Brantley on IL with right shoulder discomfort

Branltey was removed early from Sunday's game against the New York Yankees with the injury.

Blue Jays star Vladimir Guerrero Jr. opts out of Home Run Derby due to left wrist soreness

Guerrero Jr. has played in 72 of Toronto's 73 games this season, so if he's elected to the All-Star team and sits out the festivities altogether, he could use the break to refuel.

Royals top prospect Vinnie Pasquantino to make debut Tuesday vs. Rangers

The 24-year-old registered 18 home runs, 67 RBI and a .280/.372/.576 slash line in Triple-A this season.

Braves place closer Kenley Jansen on 15-day IL with irregular heartbeat

Thanks to their red-hot June, the Atlanta Braves have crept back into the race in the NL East and enter Tuesday just five games behind the first-place New York Mets.

Phillies superstar Bryce Harper expected to miss at least six weeks with thumb injury

Reigning NL MVP Bryce Harper has battled injury after injury during the first half of the 2022 season.

Russell Westbrook to exercise $47.1 million option, return to Lakers

Kyrie Irving isn't the only enigmatic All-NBA point guard reportedly opting in and presumably returning to his 2021-2022 club. Rumors have been flying in recent weeks surrounding both Irving's and Westbrook's future with the Brooklyn Nets and Los Angeles Lakers respectively.

Report: 'High-ranking people' believe Kyrie Irving to the Lakers isn't off the table

Just when you thought the latest Kyrie Irving offseason saga was over, ESPN's Brian Windhorst had another update on the situation Tuesday morning. Irving opted into his $37 million player option on his contract Monday night to presumably stay with the Brooklyn Nets next season.

Syracuse center Jesse Edwards fully cleared for basketball-related activities

Edwards' points and rebounds per game were career highs through his first three seasons, as were his steals (1.1) and minutes per contest (27.8.)

Hawks 'on verge' of trading for Spurs' Dejounte Murray?

It looks like trade discussions between the Hawks and Spurs may still be occurring, but John Collins could be off the table.

Cardinals place SP Jack Flaherty, OF Harrison Bader on IL

The St. Louis Cardinals' rash of injuries in June continued on Monday.

Report: Former All-Star closer Sergio Romo signs with Blue Jays

The Toronto Blue Jays are adding a new weapon to their bullpen.

Royals trade Carlos Santana to Mariners, call up top prospect Vinnie Pasquantino

The Kansas City Royals are continuing their youth movement and beginning what could be a busy summer of trading.

Malik Monk reportedly weighing payday vs. returning to Lakers

Monk only turned 24 in February, and on a team headlined by 37-year-old LeBron James, Los Angeles could be wise to make a strong effort to retain the former Wildcat.