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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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Phillies manager says star 1B could return for World Series

Philadelphia Phillies manager Rob Thomson said Wednesday that there's a chance star first baseman Rhys Hoskins could return from his torn ACL if the team makes the World Series.

Marlins officials livid over postponement vs. Mets

Miami Marlins officials weren't happy that the team's Tuesday night game against the New York Mets at Citi Field was postponed, according to a report by Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic.

Aaron Rodgers says Jets offense needs to 'grow up'

New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers said Tuesday that the team's offense needs to "grow up."

Host of stars face former teams Week 4 in 'revenge' games

A pair of one-time Pro Bowl quarterbacks, one former All-Pro running back and four standout wide receivers will face their old teams in Week 4 during a heavy slate of "revenge games."

Robert Griffin III floats Falcons TE as Cowboys trade target

ESPN's Robert Griffin III suggested Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts as a potential trade target for the Dallas Cowboys during Tuesday's episode of "Get Up." 

Former Steelers great says he doesn't belong in HOF

Former Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker James Harrison was recently announced as a modern-era finalist for the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2024.

Seahawks star safety set for season debut Week 4 vs. Giants

Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll said Monday that safety Jamal Adams is ready for his season debut in Week 4 against the New York Giants.

Broncos HC Sean Payton reflects on 50-point drubbing vs. Dolphins

Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton reflected Monday on the team's historic 70-20 blowout loss to the Miami Dolphins in Week 3.

Chiefs HC Andy Reid discusses OT's penalty issues

Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid addressed offensive tackle Jawaan Taylor's ongoing penalty issues on Monday.

Surprising player earns game ball after Browns win vs. Titans

Cleveland Browns running back Nick Chubb didn't suit up for the team's Week 3 blowout win over the Tennessee Titans, but still earned the game ball from head coach Kevin Stefanski.

What makes Dolphins' 70-point eruption even more impressive

It turns out that the Dolphins' offensive outburst gets even more impressive when compared to the ineptitude of the Chicago Bears and New York Jets.

Steelers DT asks Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce for help amid plane troubles

Pittsburgh Steelers defensive tackle Cameron Heyward reached out to singer-songwriter Taylor Swift and Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce early Monday morning, letting the newest power couple know that his team may need help with transportation.

Cowboys All-Pro Micah Parsons blasts ESPN analyst for joking about teammate's injury

ESPN's Bart Scott is under fire again for insensitive remarks regarding a serious NFL injury.

Braves make right call in placing ace on IL for third time this season

Even without Max Fried, the Braves still have All-Star (and NL Cy Young contender) Spencer Strider as their No. 1, with veteran Charlie Morton and 24-year-old All-Star Bryce Elder to help lead the rotation through the final couple of weeks of the regular season.  

A's fan nailed prediction of what team would give Tigers legend for retirement gift

Detroit Tigers legend Miguel Cabrera has received some lavish gifts from across MLB during his 2023 retirement tour.

Reds former MVP lending his voice to 'The SpongeBob Musical'

Longtime Cincinnati Reds star first baseman Joey Votto turned 40 earlier this month and his MLB career is likely coming to a close soon. His voice-acting career could just be getting started this fall, however.

Watch: Dodgers pitcher's mom throws perfect first pitch

On the same night that ESPN personality Stephen A. Smith bounced his first pitch attempt at Yankee Stadium on Thursday, Los Angeles Dodgers reliever Brusdar Graterol's mom, Ysmalia, fired a perfect strike nearly 3,000 miles away.

Steelers OC responds to fans calling for his firing

Offensive coordinator Matt Canada responded Thursday to Pittsburgh Steelers fans' loud and clear desire for the team to fire him.

Ravens RB takes aim at Rob Gronkowski with creative hoodie

Baltimore Ravens running back Kenyan Drake still hasn't forgotten about the 2018 "Miami Miracle" and isn't going to let retired tight end Rob Gronkowski forget either.

Vikings OC addresses how Cam Akers trade impacts starting RB

Offensive coordinator Wes Phillips discussed the Minnesota Vikings' recent trade for running back Cam Akers on Thursday morning and how it may impact the starter, Alexander Mattison.

Former Chiefs, Jets OL-turned-doctor announces retirement from NFL

Offensive lineman-turned-doctor Laurent Duvernay-Tardif announced his retirement from the NFL on Thursday morning.

Watch: Phillies announcer begs All-Star OF to let ball drop foul, then changes mind

Philadelphia Phillies color commentator John Kruk went on an emotional roller coaster during one dramatic play in the bottom of the ninth Wednesday in the team's extra-inning win over the Atlanta Braves.

Dan Campbell has interesting take on Lions' 1-1 start, flurry of injuries

The Detroit Lions got off to a roaring start in 2023, earning the first win of the NFL season in a road upset of the defending Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs. Less than two weeks later, the vibe could be changing.

Blue Jays SP Yusei Kikuchi averages absurd amount of sleep per night

After being removed from his last game due to cramps, Kikuchi said that he believed he'd be ready for his next start and made a startling admission when hypothesizing the reason for the discomfort.

Rafael Nadal makes huge admission about Novak Djokovic

Rafael Nadal recently made a big admission when comparing his and Novak Djokovic's legendary tennis careers.