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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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WFT defensive coordinator Jack Del Rio on USC opening: 'I'm going to channel Mike Tomlin'

Washington Football Team defensive coordinator Jack Del Rio joined the long list of coaches who have been asked about the USC football gig on Thursday.

Wild forwards Mats Zuccarello, Rem Pitlick added to NHL's COVID-19 protocol

The Minnesota Wild have been hit hard by COVID-19 and the league's protocol in recent weeks, and their luck didn't change on Thursday.

Golden Knights, defenseman Zach Whitecloud agree to six-year, $16.5 million extension

As he waits to return from a hand injury suffered last week during a game against the Edmonton Oilers, Zach Whitecloud and the Vegas Golden Knights reached an agreement on a hefty deal Thursday that will keep him in Sin City for the better part of this decade.

Giants WR Sterling Shepard, TE Evan Engram return to practice

The Giants will need all the help they can get against a Chiefs team looking to get back on track, and they may get a couple of key offensive pieces back in the fold.

Report: Packers WR Davante Adams officially ruled out; Cardinals WR DeAndre Hopkins expected to play

Facing the lone undefeated team in the NFL on the road Thursday night, the cards will be stacked against the Green Bay Packers, who enter at 6-1.

Saints HC Sean Payton: Mark Ingram will 'absolutely' play in Week 8

Just six days ahead of the 2021 NFL trade deadline, the New Orleans Saints made headlines Wednesday night in acquiring running back Mark Ingram from the Houston Texans.

Browns RB Nick Chubb on possible return vs. Steelers: 'I hope so'

The Browns will enter Sunday's bout against the Steelers at 4-3, just one game behind both the Cincinnati Bengals and Baltimore Ravens for the division lead and one-half game ahead of Pittsburgh.

Cowboys' La'el Collins returns from suspension at new position

Dallas Cowboys sixth-year pro La'el Collins hasn't played since the team's season-opening loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers due to a suspension.

Blackhawks veterans Jonathan Toews, Patrick Kane discuss investigation, Kyle Beach as 'John Doe'

On Wednesday, after former teammate Kyle Beach came forward as "John Doe," Toews and Kane discussed the case with the media.

Report: Cardinals DE J.J. Watt to undergo 'likely' season-ending shoulder surgery

The 32-year-old defensive end injured his shoulder during the second quarter of the team's week seven victory over the Texans.

Blackhawks GM Stan Bowman resigns, senior VP of hockey operations also out amid sexual assault investigation

In late June, the Blackhawks commissioned an independent investigation into sexual assault allegations against former video coach Brad Aldrich during the team's 2010 Stanley Cup championship run.

Report: Broncos WR Jerry Jeudy 'good to go,' will play Week 8 vs. WFT

Jeudy was placed on injured reserve in mid-September after he went down with a sprained ankle in the team's Week 1 win against the New York Giants.

Report: Mets' top choice for next president of baseball operations 'appears to be' Brewers GM Matt Arnold

Arnold currently works under Milwaukee Brewers team president of baseball operations David Stearns. According to reports, Arnold may have already received an offer.

Ravens designate DE Derek Wolfe to return from IR

The Ravens are getting some reinforcements during the bye week. 

Steelers coach Mike Tomlin on USC rumors: 'That's a joke to me'

Tomlin squashed the USC rumors in a big way. 

Report: Saints Pro Bowl OL Andrus Peat 'feared' to have suffered torn pec

Peat is coming off of three straight Pro Bowl seasons and played in 100% of the team's offensive snaps in their first four games this season.

Former Patriots safety Patrick Chung arrested, charged with assault and battery

Chung was selected 34th overall by the Patriots in 2009 and spent two stints in New England, first from 2009 through 2012 and then from 2014 through 2019.

Blue Jackets' Elvis Merzlikins: Stars fan taunted him over Matiss Kivlenieks' death

Columbus Blue Jackets goalie Elvis Merzlikins notched 31 saves to help lead his team to a 4-1 win over the Dallas Stars on Monday, but a pregame insult from a Dallas fan was still on his mind following the victory.

Rams HC Sean McVay: 'Cautious optimism' RB Cam Akers could return for playoffs

Although they currently trail the 7-0 Arizona Cardinals in the NFC West at 6-1, the Rams are in great shape to make the postseason for the fourth time in the last five seasons.

David Price replaces Joe Kelly on Dodgers' postseason roster

Dave Roberts has elected to go with the experienced arm of David Price as Joe Kelly's replacement on the NLCS roster.

Bears place Pro Bowl TE Jimmy Graham on COVID-19 list

It's been a forgetful second season in the Windy City for former All-Pro tight end Jimmy Graham, registering just one reception for 11 yards on three targets.

Mike Gundy, Oklahoma State agree to perpetual five-year contract

The eighth-ranked team in the most recent AP college football poll looks like they'll be hanging onto their head coach for a while. 

Report: Astros executive Ehsan Bokhari expected to be named assistant GM for Cubs

Just one week after the Chicago Cubs tabbed Carter Hawkins to be their next general manager, the team is reportedly on the verge of bringing in somebody who will be Hawkins' right-hand man.

Joel Embiid questionable for Sixers home-opener vs. Nets due to knee soreness

Embiid was seen at shootaround with his knee heavily wrapped. 

Report: Clemson WR Joseph Ngata out vs. Pittsburgh due to COVID-19 protocol

The Clemson Tigers will be on the road Saturday afternoon against a top-25 opponent and they found out on Friday that they'll be without their top receiver.