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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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Report: 49ers QB Jimmy Garoppolo to undergo shoulder surgery 'soon', still likely to be traded this month

In addition to Aaron Rodgers and Russell Wilson, San Francisco 49ers signal-caller Jimmy Garoppolo has been among the most-discussed veteran quarterbacks this NFL offseason when it comes to trade rumors.

Andre Drummond, Cam Thomas added to Nets' lengthy injury report

In six games since joining Brooklyn -- all of them starts -- Drummond has posted 9.8 points, 10.2 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 21.7 minutes per contest.

Report: Hornets sign Isaiah Thomas to 10-day contract

The Charlotte Hornets already have one of the most exciting young point guards in the NBA in LaMelo Ball. Now, they are reportedly bringing in an 11-year veteran with two All-Star nods on his record to join the fold.

New York Liberty fined $500,000 for taking chartered flights against CBA rules

The start of the 2022 WNBA season is still over two months away, but the New York Liberty are making headlines Tuesday morning for something that transpired during the 2021 campaign.

Bucs GM Jason Licht on possibility of welcoming back Tom Brady: 'We're going to leave the light on'

The Bucs appear ready to welcome Brady back should he change his mind on retirement.

MLB, MLPA push deadline for new CBA to 5 p.m. ET on Tuesday

The chances of the 2022 MLB season beginning on time lived to see another day, as the owners and Major League Baseball Player's Association elected to extend their deadline to come to a new collective bargaining agreement until 5 p.m. ET on Tuesday.

Mavericks stun Warriors with 26-1 run, comeback win on road

Both the Mavericks and Warriors have aspirations of deep playoff runs in the Western Conference this spring. One of them had one of, if not their most impressive victory of the season on Sunday, while the other suffered arguably their worst defeat of the campaign.

Watch: Kelly Olynyk's buzzer-beater snaps Pistons' 15-game losing streak against Hornets

One streak ended for the Charlotte Hornets on Sunday night after their loss to the Detroit Pistons, while another one continued. 

MLB, MLBPA has 'productive day', but both sides 'still far apart'

Major League Baseball and the Major League Baseball Player's Association (MLBPA) now officially have only one day left of negotiations before regular season games could start getting pushed back or cancelled.

Nuggets forward Michael Porter Jr. progressing toward on-court contact clearance within next week

After playing in just nine games this season, it was reported in late November that Porter was expected to miss the remainder of the campaign and undergo a third back surgery.

Mets hire Elizabeth Benn as director of major league operations

The New York Mets made a hire of historic proportions on Sunday.

Trail Blazers star Damian Lillard to be re-evaluated in 2-3 weeks, progressing in rehab of abdominal injury

Lillard hasn't played since Dec. 31 and has reportedly been dealing with the injury throughout the season.

Watch: Russian tennis player Andrey Rublev writes 'No War Please' after Dubai Championships semifinal win

Russian tennis player Andrey Rublev is now one victory away from capturing the 2022 Dubai Duty Free Tennis championship. Following his 3-6, 7-5, 7-6 (7-5) semifinal win over Poland's Hubert Hurkacz on Friday though, he had other thoughts on his mind.

Magic guard R.J. Hampton sprains left ankle, questionable vs. Rockets

It was reported Thursday that Orlando Magic second-year guard R.J. Hampton was set to make his long-awaited return to action on Friday against the Houston Rockets, but that return may have to wait. 

Maple Leafs recall No. 1 prospect Nick Robertson

The Leafs will give Robertson a look as they prepare for a playoff push. 

Cardinals owner Michael Bidwill: Kyler Murray 'a part of our long-term plan'

Just a few weeks after supposed franchise quarterback Kyler Murray famously removed all mentions of the Arizona Cardinals on his social media accounts, it appears that all is right in the desert again.

Blackhawks down to three finalists for next GM

Longtime Blackhawks GM Stan Bowman resigned in October in the wake of a report by an outside law firm that found the organization mishandled allegations that an assistant coach sexually assaulted a player.

Panthers, TE Ian Thomas agree to new three-year, $16.5M deal

The team's fourth-round draft selection from 2018 posted 18 receptions for 188 yards in 2021, but made more of an impact in a different way

UEFA moves Champions League final to Paris

UEFA also announced that Russian and Ukrainian clubs and national teams competing in UEFA competitions will be required to play their home matches at neutral venues until further notice.

Magic guard R.J. Hampton to make return from knee injury Friday vs. Rockets

R.J. Hampton hasn't played in a game since Jan. 19.

Raptors All-Star Fred VanVleet likely to play Friday vs. Hornets

VanVleet missed Toronto's final game before the midseason intermission last week with a knee injury, but he was healthy enough to play in the All-Star Game.

Hurricanes D Tony DeAngelo out close to a month with upper-body injury

The Hurricanes found out on Thursday that they'll now be without their co-leader in assists for a good portion of the remaining regular season schedule.

Novak Djokovic to be replaced as No. 1 after Dubai Championships loss

Novak Djokovic was upset by Czech qualifier Jiri Vesely, and as a result, will lose his spot atop the ATP rankings that he's held onto since Feb. 3, 2020.

Falcons hire former Bears GM Ryan Pace as senior personnel executive

Pace will work under Atlanta GM Terry Fontenot and alongside scouts Ruston Webster and Phil Emery.

Czech Republic, Poland, Sweden release joint statement saying they won't play in World Cup playoffs in Russia

A trio of countries came together in unison on Thursday, releasing a joint statement regarding Russia's invasion of Ukraine and how it relates to next month's World Cup playoffs.