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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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Avalanche working with law enforcement regarding threats to Nazem Kadri

Nazem Kadri has reportedly been facing heavy harassment from St. Louis fans after colliding with goaltender Jordan Binnington.

Rangers HC Gerard Gallant calls out Hurricanes' 'cheap shot' in Game 3

Gerard Gallant's New York Rangers picked up a 3-1 home win over the Carolina Hurricanes, but he wasn't happy about how his team's opponents conducted themselves on the ice immediately following the bout.

Justin Thomas wins second PGA Championship with playoff victory over Will Zalatoris

In the end, 29-year-old American Justin Thomas outdueled 25-year-old American Will Zalatoris in a three-hole playoff to capture the major title.

Report: Yankees All-Star closer Aroldis Chapman dealing with Achilles injury

On Sunday, in Game 1 of the Yanks' doubleheader against the White Sox, the seven-time All-Star imploded in the top of the ninth of a non-save situation.

Brewers All-Star SP Freddy Peralta headed to IL with shoulder injury

Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Freddy Peralta left his Sunday start against the Washington Nationals after just three innings of work.

Rangers cut series deficit in half with Game 3 win over Hurricanes

Center Mika Zibanejad paced the offense in the win with two points on one goal and one assist.

Reds place Tyler Mahle, three other players on restricted list ahead of series in Toronto

Tyler Mahle, Joel Kuhnel, Brandon Drury and Albert Almora were all placed on the restricted list. Players must be vaccinated in order to enter Canada.

Report: Dodgers ace Clayton Kershaw probably 'a couple weeks away' from bullpen session

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts provided an update on Clayton Kershaw's recovery on Friday.

Cardinals top prospect Nolan Gorman batting sixth in MLB debut

Gorman was selected 19th overall by the Cardinals in the 2018 MLB June Amateur Draft and has mashed his way through the minors.

Final candidates for Lakers HC job include Bucks' Darvin Ham, Warriors' Kenny Atkinson, former Trail Blazers coach Terry Stotts

The Los Angeles Lakers have reportedly narrowed the field of candidates to be their next head coach to three. 

Report: Mo Bamba 'likely' to leave Magic in free agency

Former No. 6 overall pick Mo Bamba is coming off of the best season of his four-year NBA career — spent entirely with the Orlando Magic — and is now reportedly looking to cash in via free agency.

Rams' Sean McVay, Matthew Stafford appear in 'Top Gun' trailer with Masters champion Scottie Scheffler, others

Fans of the 1986 film "Top Gun" are eagerly awaiting the release of its sequel "Top Gun: Maverick," which hits theaters in one week.

Sky activate WNBA Finals MVP Kahleah Copper for season debut Sunday

Copper returns to the team after winning the Spanish League Championship and MVP Award with Perfumerias Avenida in May. She also earned EuroLeague MVP honors in April.

Report: Cardinals WR Marquise Brown 'in line' for big payday

Brown was chosen by the Ravens as the 25th overall pick in the 2019 NFL Draft and is coming off of his most productive season.

Browns, Panthers, Seahawks reportedly remain stuck in 'holding pattern' in Baker Mayfield talks

The Browns could keep the former Heisman trophy winner through 2022 if a trade doesn't come to fruition. Releasing Mayfield would force them to absorb the entire $18.858 million.

Ravens punter Sam Koch, franchise leader in games played, announces retirement

With Koch's announcement, the only Ravens player left from the 2012 Super Bowl-winning team who is currently under contract is five-time All-Pro kicker Justin Tucker.

Celtics five-time All-Star Al Horford available for Game 2 vs. Heat

Horford posted a pedestrian 10.2 points per game during the regular season, but he has kicked it up a notch in the playoffs.

Mets star pitcher Max Scherzer expected to miss six to eight weeks with oblique strain

Scherzer removed himself from Wednesday's start against the St. Louis Cardinals due to left side discomfort.

Celtics big man Al Horford upgraded to questionable for Game 2 vs. Heat

Horford dropped a playoff career-high 30 points during the team's Game 4 win over the Milwaukee Bucks in the Eastern Conference semifinals and has averaged a near double-double through his 11 postseason games.

Three-time Cy Young Award winner Max Scherzer dealing with 'multiple blisters' in addition to oblique injury

Scherzer removed himself from his start Wednesday night against the St. Louis Cardinals due to left side discomfort.

Texas A&M's Jimbo Fisher calls Alabama's Nick Saban 'narcissist,' comments 'despicable'

Fisher did more than defend his program — he called into question Saban's own methods over his career.

Celtics guard Derrick White out Game 2 vs. Heat due to personal reasons

With White out, it only increases the need for Boston to get Defensive Player of the Year Marcus Smart back.

Two-time MVP Bryce Harper to miss fourth straight game with elbow injury

Reigning NL MVP Bryce Harper hasn't taken his customary spot in right field for the Philadelphia Phillies in over one month.

Women referees to work FIFA Men's World Cup for first time

The 2022 World Cup is slated to take place from Nov. 21 to Dec. 18.

Phillies All-Star SP Zack Wheeler to start Thursday vs. Dodgers

Wheeler and fellow starting pitcher Zach Eflin were both placed on the COVID-related injured list on Sunday morning.