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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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MLB, NBA, NFL, Boston Red Sox, Boston Celtics

Knicks, Nets both open with historic over/under win totals

The Brooklyn Nets and New York Knicks are headed in opposite directions.

Rory McIlroy reveals why he didn't respond to Tiger Woods' text following U.S. Open collapse

Rory McIlroy explained to reporters on Tuesday why he recently didn't respond to a supportive text message from Tiger Woods.

Jets reportedly considered hiring former Falcons HC to help Nathaniel Hackett

The New York Jets almost hired former Atlanta Falcons head coach Arthur Smith over the offseason to assist offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett, according to a report.

Jaylen Brown backtracks apparent criticism of Bronny James

Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown hasn't exactly denied or taken back his apparent criticism of Los Angeles Lakers rookie guard Bronny James, but he addressed the matter on social media on Tuesday morning.

Diamondbacks manager confirms how long Paul Skenes will pitch at All-Star Game

Pirates ace Paul Skenes will get the call to start Tuesday's MLB All-Star Game, but as is tradition at the Midsummer Classic, his appearance won't last very long.

Watch: Bronny James wins a championship at NBA Summer League, sort of

Bronny has played in three of the Lakers' first four Summer League contests.

Former GM hired by Commanders six months after escaping Panthers owner

He was the Panthers GM from 2021-2023 — a stretch where Carolina went just 14-37 and failed to make the playoffs — before being fired on Jan. 8.

Nick Saban's arrival to SEC Media Days was delayed for hilarious reason

The seven-time national champion and five-time SEC Coach of the Year is still getting used to being a member of the media.

Marlins OF fractures ankle in self-inflicted, embarrassing fashion

Miami Marlins outfielder Dane Myers joined the pantheon of MLB players to suffer injuries in self-inflicted, embarrassing fashion when he fractured his left ankle on Saturday.

Vikings WR Jordan Addison's arrest comes at especially bad time

Addison was arrested on suspicion of DUI on Friday.

Bryce Harper approaches All-Star break with final 2024 chance to cross Athletics off impressive list

Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper has a chance to achieve another career milestone this weekend.

Pirates' Paul Skenes joins exclusive group of rookie All-Stars with varying degrees of career success

Pirates ace rookie Paul Skenes has been tabbed as the National League's starting pitcher for Tuesday's MLB All-Star Game. With his selection, he's accomplished something that hasn't been done in 29 years.

Dolphins TE blasts Buffalo as 'worst place you could be,' making immediate enemies with Bills Mafia

Jonnu Smith took multiple shots at division-rival Buffalo that will surely upset Bills Mafia.

Diamondbacks manager could give MLB All-Star Game a massive ratings boost

Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo has the responsibility of choosing who will be starting on the mound for the National League during the 2024 MLB All-Star Game, and his decision could have a major ratings impact.

Red Sox closer wants to retire with former team

The reliever spent the first 12 seasons of his career with this former organization.

Watch: Masters runner-up hits 'one in ten thousand' shot

2024 Masters runner-up Ludvig Aberg had a "one in ten thousand" approach shot during the Genesis Scottish Open on Thursday.

Titans add three-time Pro Bowl safety to revamped secondary

Tennessee added another piece to their secondary on Wednesday, agreeing to a one-year contract with safety Jamal Adams.

Cardinals RB expects even bigger numbers following huge 2023 season

If he can equal or surpass last year's 13 games played, he should have a good shot of going over the 1,000-yard plateau again.

Max Scherzer addresses trade rumors, makes it clear where he wants to pitch

Texas Rangers starting pitcher Max Scherzer said on the "Foul Territory" podcast on Wednesday that he doesn't plan on getting traded again this summer.

Carmelo Anthony has outrageous take on Team USA starting five

Carmelo Anthony iis making his opinion known about who he thinks should be in Team USA's starting lineup.

Insider blasts Cowboys for severely mishandling Dak Prescott contract situation

The 30-year-old signal-caller is entering the final year of his four-year, $160M contract that he signed in 2021.

Rory McIlroy got over U.S. Open collapse 'pretty quickly'

Rory McIlroy opened up on Wednesday about his collapse during the U.S. Open, telling reporters that he got over the loss "pretty quickly."

Another Daniil Medvedev-Jannik Sinner classic helps set Grand Slam record

World No. 5 Daniil Medvedev upset top-ranked Jannik Sinner in a dramatic five-set thriller in the Wimbledon quarterfinals on Tuesday, 6-7, 6-4, 7-6, 2-6, 6-3.

Oklahoma State HC shows he isn't taking Ollie Gordon situation seriously

Oklahoma State HC Mike Gundy told ESPN that star RB Ollie Gordon won't be suspended following his recent DUI arrest. He explained the decision and, in doing so, appeared to show that he wasn't taking the situation seriously.