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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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Banged-up Steph Curry 'probable' vs. hurting Cavaliers

The Golden State Warriors will look to continue their hot start to the 2021-2022 season when they face the Cleveland Cavaliers on Thursday, and it appears that they'll have early NBA MVP candidate Stephen Curry available despite a hip injury.

Patriots RB Damien Harris likely to play Thursday; Falcons RB/WR Cordarrelle Patterson facing 'uphill battle'

In nine games this season, Harris leads the team in rushing attempts (133), rushing yards (547) and rushing touchdowns (seven).

Cardinals QB Kyler Murray practices for third consecutive day ahead of Week 11 vs. Seahawks

The Arizona Cardinals appear close to finally getting their Pro Bowl starting quarterback back in the lineup.

Bills rookie OL Spencer Brown placed on COVID-19 list

Brown was selected by Buffalo in the third round of the 2021 NFL Draft and has made four starts and played seven games.

Browns activate RB John Kelly from COVID-19 list

They're not sure yet of the status of top rusher Nick Chubb — who was still on the COVID-19/reserve list as of late Thursday morning — but they'll be getting back at least one of their trio of running backs from the list.

HC Sean Payton: Saints were 'close' to signing Odell Beckham Jr.

Odell Beckham Jr. had a lackluster debut with the Los Angeles Rams in the team's week 10 "Monday Night Football" loss to the San Francisco 49ers, finishing with two receptions for 18 yards while playing just 15 snaps.

Free-agent All-Star OF Nick Castellanos 'drawing interest' from Giants, Marlins

Castellanos used the opt-out clause in his contract with the Cincinnati Reds two weeks ago to officially became a free agent.

Tristan Thompson blasts struggling Kings after loss to T-Wolves

Thompson has played in 10 of the Kings' first 15 games and is averaging career-lows in points (4.9), rebounds (5.7) and minutes (13.7) per contest.

49ers RB Elijah Mitchell having procedure on broken finger Tuesday, status 'unclear'

Through seven games -- including six starts -- Mitchell is leading San Francisco in rushing attempts (116) and rushing yards (560), and is tied with quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo for a team-best three rushing touchdowns.

Lions QB Jared Goff's Week 11 status vs. Browns 'uncertain'

The signal-caller suffered an oblique injury early in the Lions' tie against the Steelers

Ravens release two-time All-Pro RB Le'Veon Bell

Bell played in five games with Baltimore, including each of the last four, and recorded 83 rushing yards and two touchdowns on 31 carries and just one reception on three targets for -3 yards.

Mike Tomlin: Ben Roethlisberger, T.J. Watt could play Sunday vs. Chargers

Tomlin said that All-Pro safety Minkah Fitzpatrick — who was placed on the COVID-19/reserve list on Monday — is "not likely" to play Sunday night.

Cavaliers rookie Evan Mobley out two to four weeks with elbow sprain

If the Cleveland Cavaliers are going to continue their surprisingly decent start to the 2021-2022 NBA season, they're going to have to do so without star rookie Evan Mobley for up to one month.

Report: 'Growing optimism' Lakers star LeBron James could return Friday vs. Celtics

The Los Angeles Lakers have stumbled their way to an uneven 8-7 record through their first 15 games this season, but they may be getting their "King" back soon.

Mike Krzyzewski's grandson, Duke star freshman Paolo Banchero face DWI charges

The Duke men's basketball team is off to a 3-0 start this season, but Hall of Fame head coach Mike Krzyzewski's swan song has just potentially turned into a nightmare.

Blue Jays, two-time All-Star SP Jose Berrios agree to seven-year, $131 million contract extension

Between Minnesota and Toronto, Berrios finished the most recent MLB season at 12-9 and with career-best marks in ERA (3.52), WHIP (1.06) and strikeouts (204).

Cavaliers lose rookie Evan Mobley to elbow sprain vs. Celtics

Mobley has started and played in all 15 of the Cavs' games this season, averaging 14.6 points, 8.0 rebounds, 2.5 assists, 1.6 blocks and 33.7 minutes per game.

Virginia Tech football, HC Justin Fuente agree to mutually part ways

After six years that included four bowl game appearances and three winning seasons, the Virginia Tech football team and head coach Justin Fuente have mutually parted ways.

Cleveland baseball team, roller derby group reach lawsuit resolution; will both be named 'Guardians'

The MLB organization announced in July that they were rebranding and would become the Cleveland Guardians at some point before the 2022 MLB season

Browns star RB Nick Chubb ruled out for Week 10 vs. Patriots

Chubb and fellow running back Demetric Felton tested positive for COVID-19.

Diamondbacks hire Brent Strom as pitching coach after eight-year run with Astros

Houston had a pair of AL Cy Young Award winners during Strom's stay: Dallas Keuchel in 2015 and Verlander in 2019.

Chris McGowan resigns as president of Trail Blazers

Dewayne Hankins will be promoted to president of the Portland Trail Blazers, effectively immediately.

Buccaneers' Antonio Brown, Rob Gronkowski ruled out, Chris Godwin game-time decision vs. WFT

Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers offense may be severely short-handed for their week 10 meeting with the Washington Football Team on Sunday.

Cardinals QB Kyler Murray returns to practice ahead of Week 10 vs. Panthers

Murray suffered an ankle injury during the team's Week 8 loss to the Green Bay Packers and didn't practice at all last week leading up to their Week 9 bout against the San Francisco 49ers.