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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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Veteran sharpshooter rips Knicks, coach following tough season

The New York Knicks achieved their highest win total in 10 years during the 2022-23 season and made the Eastern Conference semifinals for the first time since 2013. But not everyone on the team enjoyed the ride.

Yankees are somewhere they haven't been in 33 years

New York Yankees fans woke up on Tuesday morning seeing their team in unfamiliar territory. For the first time in 33 years, the Bronx Bombers are alone in last place in the AL East through 95 games played.

NBA rookie earns All-Star mentor after calling him the 'GOAT'

One month after revealing his shocking pick in the NBA GOAT discussion, rookie Brandon Miller now has his selection as a mentor.

Former Pro Bowl LT now under 200 pounds after second 40-day fast

Russell Okung discussed details of the fast — which ended over the weekend — in videos that he uploaded to Twitter on Monday.

Jets opening training camp tickets sold out in three minutes

Tickets for New York Jets training camp went on sale on Monday morning for the sessions that begin on Saturday. The non-public practices start on Wednesday.

Shohei Ohtani's career stats are stunningly similar to Babe Ruth's

As MLB's best two-way player in nearly a century, Los Angeles Angels superstar Shohei Ohtani may always be compared to Babe Ruth.  Still only 29 years old, Ohtani is putting up stunningly similar numbers to The Sultan of Swat.

Watch: Joel Embiid has interesting comments on his future

Embiid has long maintained that he wants to remain in Philadelphia, but his most recent comments on his future may indicate a shift in his perspective.

Phillies manager provides huge Bryce Harper update

The Philadelphia Phillies plan on trotting Bryce Harper out to first base as soon as this weekend.

Analyst says Mets could trade former Cy Young Award winner to former team

Jomboy Media's Chris Rose thinks that Max Scherzer could reunite with the team that drafted him 17 years ago this summer.

Fox Sports personality compares Aaron Rodgers, Zach Wilson with hilarious analogy

Fox Sports personality Craig Carton used an interesting analogy to compare New York Jets quarterbacks Aaron Rodgers and Zach Wilson on Friday morning.

Analyst floats 'longest of longshots' as possible Shohei Ohtani destination

MLB analyst and broadcaster Kevin Frandsen said Thursday night that there's a chance that Shohei Ohtani could end up with baseball's best team -- the Atlanta Braves.

Notre Dame QB's mom assists in making necklace out of removed body part

Notre Dame transfer Sam Hartman is having a necklace made out of his surgically removed rib with a little help from his mother.

Jets fans breathe sigh of relief after Pro Bowl DT Quinnen Williams' Twitter move

Soon after Williams took to Twitter with his latest edit, it was reported that the two sides agreed to a four-year, $96 million contract extension.

Lakers HC has two bold predictions for breakout SG

Los Angeles Lakers head coach Darvin Ham recently offered two bold predictions for shooting guard Austin Reaves.

Rory McIlroy says he'd rather retire than play for LIV Golf

McIlroy's latest comments come as the possibility of the PGA Tour and DP World Tour joining forces remains up in the air.

Carlos Alcaraz responds to reports of father filming Novak Djokovic

Carlos Alcaraz didn't deny that his father was likely filming Novak Djokovic's Wimbledon practice session recently but said there's no advantage the 20-year-old could gain if it's true.

Seahawks star WR still talks to Broncos' Russell Wilson 'probably every day'

Seattle Seahawks star D.K. Metcalf told NFL Network's Taylor Bisciotti recently that he still talks with former teammate Russell Wilson regularly.

Derek Jeter suggests Yankees trade for Padres All-Star OF

New York Yankees legend Derek Jeter suggested Tuesday night that the Bronx Bombers should make a huge trade splash.

NFL fans get their wish with 'Hard Knocks' choice

As expected, the New York Jets have been selected as this summer's featured team on HBO's "Hard Knocks."

Megan Rapinoe explains how retirement announcement will help USWNT at World Cup

United States Women's National Team (USWNT) forward Megan Rapinoe believes that the timing of her recent retirement announcement will benefit the team as the U.S. tries to win another World Cup.

MLB commissioner says fans 'routinely' talk to him, praise rule changes

MLB commissioner Rob Manfred said Tuesday that he's been approached by fans numerous times this season, followers who have dished heavy praise for the bevy of rule changes to America's pastime.

Arrest warrant issued for close friend of Ja Morant

The warrant stems from a fight during a pickup basketball game in July 2022 at the Memphis Grizzlies' star's home.

Falcons DT says roughing penalty on Tom Brady was 'without a doubt' the worst call in NFL history

Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Grady Jarrett agrees with SiriusXM's Adam Schein that his controversial roughing the passer penalty last season against Tom Brady was the worst call in NFL history.

49ers star WR hangs up mid-interview after Eagles questions

San Francisco 49ers star Deebo Samuel cut his interview with The Zach Gelb Show short on Monday after being asked about his comments regarding the NFC title game loss to the Philadelphia Eagles.

All-Star Game SP matchup brings back Diamondbacks-Yankees World Series memories

While Gerrit Cole is the first member of the Evil Empire to take the bump to begin an All-Star Game since Clemens, there's been one Arizona arm to have the honor since Johnson in 2001 -- Curt Schilling in 2002.