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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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MLB, NBA, NFL, Boston Red Sox, Boston Celtics

Longtime Patriots captain reveals offseason retirement thoughts

Slater, who's won three Super Bowls with the Patriots, said that he's surpassed the original goal he set for himself when he first made the NFL by a wide margin.

Marlins star disagrees with Derek Jeter's stadium change

Jazz Chisholm Jr. admitted recently that he disagreed with ex-Miami Marlins CEO Derek Jeter's 2018 decision to remove the home run sculpture from LoanDepot Park.

Jets GM explains stipulation about appearance on 'Hard Knocks'

New York Jets general manager Joe Douglas recently detailed why he and head coach Robert Saleh were in agreement over one stipulation for the team's appearance on this summer's training camp edition of "Hard Knocks."

Von Miller praises Bills GM for how he handled injury decision

Buffalo Bills star Von Miller praised Brandon Beane Tuesday morning, telling CBS Sports' Josina Anderson that he was the "best GM in all of sports."

Tom Brady's son wants to be like father's former longtime teammate

One of Tom Brady's sons will soon be starting his football career, but he wants to be more like a former teammate of his father's than TB12 himself.

Former Pro Bowl WR wants invite to 'Manningcast'

Former Pro Bowl wide receiver DeSean Jackson posted on X, formerly known as Twitter, on Monday that he wants to appear on ESPN's "Manningcast."

HC Deion Sanders 'knew' Colorado would beat TCU

Dating back to his days playing with Florida State and then his Hall of Fame NFL career, "Prime Time" has always been one of the most outspoken football characters and has never lacked confidence.

Patriots give former first-round WR another chance to turn career around

The New England Patriots are the latest team to give wide receiver Jalen Reagor another chance at shedding the NFL Draft "bust" label.

Serbian PF has kidney removed after FIBA World Cup injury

Serbian national team power forward Boriša Simanić underwent surgery Sunday to remove his kidney, days after being hit in the midsection during a FIBA World Cup contest.

Mets, Yankees threatening to make unfortunate history in New York

The New York Mets and New York Yankees may be one month away from combining to do something they've never done before.

Seahawks secondary to be undermanned Week 1 vs. Rams

If the Seattle Seahawks defense ends up facing Super Bowl LVI MVP wide receiver Cooper Kupp in Week 1, they'll be covering him with an undermanned secondary.

Braves' Ronald Acuna Jr.'s history-making night has All-Star teammate thinking of renewing vows

Atlanta Braves right fielder Ronald Acuna Jr.'s historic night on Thursday has given All-Star teammate Matt Olson an idea.

Pair of pitchers join third team of season together, prove breaking up is hard to do

Miraculously, both 29-year-old hurlers will now be joining their fourth MLB teams together, just over seven years since making their big league debuts during the summer of 2016.

Commanders fans again holding breath for injury update on star DL

Washington Commanders fans are yet again holding their collective breaths on Thursday, as they await an injury update on star defensive lineman Chase Young.

Jets GM shares details about Aaron Rodgers offseason timeline

New York Jets general manager Joe Douglas told reporters Thursday that when last season ended, he doubted the team would be able to land Aaron Rodgers.

Colts rookie QB has brutally tough task ahead

Indianapolis Colts rookie quarterback Anthony Richardson earned the starting gig this summer over established fifth-year pro Gardner Minshew.

NBA curiously drops investigation of Eric Lewis after referee retires

The NBA announced Wednesday that referee Eric Lewis has decided to retire. As a result, the league has closed its investigation into the referee and curious social media activity.

Insider: Colts made 'wild' Jonathan Taylor trade requests from Dolphins

Ever since Jonathan Taylor requested (and was granted permission to pursue) a trade from the Indianapolis Colts, the Miami Dolphins have been the team most commonly named as a possible fit. It doesn't sound like the sides ever got anywhere close to a deal.

Yankees OF reveals wild way he found out he was waived

Following the team's 4-2 win over the Detroit Tigers that night, the outfielder revealed the wild way he found out about the Yankees' decision.

Phillies manager has funny explanation for star catcher's unique statistics

Philadelphia Phillies manager Rob Thomson gave a funny explanation Wednesday morning as to why J.T. Realmuto's home vs. road batting averages were so different in 2023.

Report reveals shocking way fan snuck gun past security at White Sox game

ESPN Chicago's Peggy Kusinski reported bizarre, shocking details Tuesday afternoon on the recent shooting that took place at Guaranteed Rate Field.

Broncos-Saints trade reunites former Pro Bowler with Sean Payton

Many people predicted Wil Lutz would reunite with Sean Payton this offseaon, and that's exactly what's happened.

Falcons work out former Super Bowl hero who hasn't played since 2020

The Atlanta Falcons are working out a former New England Patriots Super Bowl hero who hasn't played an NFL game in nearly 1,000 days.

Bills' trade hints at star DE's injury status

The Buffalo Bills agreed to a trade with the New York Giants on Tuesday morning, a move that could signal the injury status of star edge rusher Von Miller.

Steelers Pro Bowl LB sets lofty goal for 2023 season

Pittsburgh Steelers star linebacker T.J. Watt has set a lofty personal goal for the 2023 season. If he reaches his goal, there will be a significant amount of money going towards a good cause.