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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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Jaguars bring back league's leading tackler on contract extension

The Jacksonville Jaguars are running it back with the NFL's two-time reigning tackles leader for four more years.

Mass confusion surrounds Bucks guard's wrist injury

Patrick Beverley revealed on Wednesday that he'd suffered a torn ligament in his right wrist. But he's listed as probable for Thursday's game.

Giants' Opening Day lineup oddity has them close to tying record

As one streak ends in the Bay Area, another continues.

Panthers HC expects team to be NFC South contenders after two-win season

Despite last season's failures, first-year head coach Dave Canales has high expectations for 2024.

MLB, MLBPA make decision on Rays' All-Star SS

The league and players association have come to an agreement on the immediate future of shortstop Wander Franco.

UConn HC Dan Hurley delivers hilarious transfer portal analogy

With all but 16 teams out of the running for a national title, scores of high-profile men's college basketball players have been entering the transfer portal this week.

Knicks enter matchup vs. Raptors as heaviest road favorites in 31 years

The Knicks come into Wednesday's action in fourth place in the Eastern Conference.

Controversial Hall of Fame coach eyes return to bench

A Hall of Fame coach is eyeing a return to the bench and has a specific job he would like to get.

Louisville could return to the Pitino bloodline for next HC hire

The Louisville men's basketball team could return to the Pitino family for its program's next head coaching hire.

Packers HC caught off guard by signing of star RB

Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur said Tuesday that he was caught off guard by the team's offseason signing of star running back Josh Jacobs.

NFL changes tone on Christmas Day Wednesday game

The NFL has changed its mind, and fans can expect Christmas Day action on the gridiron next winter despite the 2024 holiday falling on a Wednesday.

Utah women's basketball team forced to switch hotels due to racial hate crimes

Following Utah's elimination on Monday, head coach Lynne Roberts revealed that the fifth-seeded Utes were targets of racial hate crimes last week and they eventually had to switch hotels.

Robert Kraft gives interesting reason Patriots couldn't land star WR

New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft said Tuesday that the team was unable to land wideout Calvin Ridley in free agency this offseason because of his girlfriend.

Commanders GM updates fans on star DT's trade chatter

Washington Commanders general manager Adam Peters said Monday that the team is "not interested" in trading star defensive tackle Jonathan Allen.

Giants co-owner details text exchange with Saquon Barkley following deal with Eagles

Giants co-owner John Mara shared on Monday just how upset he was when running back Saquon Barkley signed with the rival Eagles earlier this month.

Chiefs HC Andy Reid discusses almost losing DC in offseason

Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid admitted on Monday to being slightly worried about losing defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo to another team this offseason.

Bruins HC blasts players, says they're not 'ready for the playoffs'

The Boston Bruins are tied for the second-most points in the NHL (98) as the regular season nears its finish. Still, head coach Jim Montgomery isn't satisfied.

Titans HC reveals surprising way team signed star WR

Tennessee Titans wide receiver Calvin Ridley told reporters recently that he was hoping to stay with the Jacksonville Jaguars this offseason. Titans head coach Brian Callahan said Monday that Ridley may not have been the team's priority target in free agency either.

Steelers HC Mike Tomlin explains Kenny Pickett trade

Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin talked about the recent trade of quarterback Kenny Pickett with reporters on Monday morning.

Stud Orioles prospect to open season in minors

Despite another strong showing in spring training, Baltimore Orioles top prospect Jackson Holliday's MLB debut will have to wait.

Mets players have huge reactions to addition of six-time All-Star

Mets owner Steve Cohen and president of baseball operations David Stearns made arguably their biggest splash of the offseason on Thursday night.

Falcons RB among less than 1 percent of perfect March Madness brackets remaining

If the RB's perfect streak is to continue, the second day of the madness will have to include more big upsets.

Zach Wilson's picture pops up on MLB scoreboard, prompting trade jokes

Zach Wilson's career with the New York Jets is widely expected to end, but that doesn't necessarily mean he's leaving the Big Apple. The scoreboard operator at CoolToday Park — the spring training home of the Atlanta Braves — made an unusual error during the team's exhibition game on Thursday.

Long Beach State AD's explanation for firing coach makes little sense

Long Beach State makes its return to the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2012 on Thursday afternoon. Instead of the Beach's drought-breaking season being the focus of their upcoming matchup, college basketball fans have been discussing the irony of head coach Dan Monson's situation.