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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 sign coach's son, former USFL TE

Josh Pederson's next head coach will be someone that knows him pretty well.

Aaron Boone reunites with former teammate as Yankees find new hitting coach

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone is reuniting with former teammate Sean Casey as the Yankees make a change on the coaching staff.

Red Sox first-round pick compares himself to MVP catcher

Boston Red Sox draft pick Kyle Teel said Sunday night after his selection that he compares himself to a recently retired MVP catcher.

Veteran guard traded three times in 10 days

Patty Mills will be starting his 15th NBA season this fall. This offseason has, perhaps, been the most eventful of his career.

Leonard Fournette, witness give different accounts of car fire

A witness to Leonard Fournette's late-June car fire said the running back was speeding and racing a motorcyclist before the incident, according to a police report. The free agent gave a different account though.

Free agent bets Timberwolves star will be NBA's leading scorer

Free agent guard Austin Rivers boldly claimed Friday that one of his teammates from last season will lead the NBA in scoring during the 2023-24 campaign.

Yankees Hall of Fame manager nearly had an entirely different job with franchise

Joe Torre helped lead the Bronx Bombers to six AL pennants and four World Series titles in the late 1990s and early 2000s. He almost didn't have that chance.

Rays get good news on injured ace amid slump

The Tampa Bay Rays got some good news on injured ace Shane McClanahan Friday morning.

Former U.S. Open runner-up responds to Brooks Koepka's criticism

Matthew Wolff responded to LIV Golf teammate Brooks Koepka's recent criticism, calling his words "heartbreaking."

Mets' Francisco Lindor has historic night after brutal bout with food poisoning

New York Mets star shortstop Francisco Lindor battled through a brutal case of food poisoning to help his team defeat the Arizona Diamondbacks 2-1 on Wednesday.

U.S. Women's Open contender had driver destroyed on flight

A top contender at the U.S. Women's Open was in danger of being without an important club in her bag earlier this week.

Report: Spurs security director slaps iconic pop singer while guarding Victor Wembanyama

The San Antonio Spurs director of team security slapped Brittney Spears Wednesday night in Las Vegas as the iconic pop singer approached No. 1 pick Victor Wembanyama for a photo, according to a TMZ Sports report.

Mariners call-up set to break 148-year drought for native country

The Seattle Mariners are calling up pitcher Isaiah Campbell and helping the righty break a drought of nearly 150 years in the process. 

Former Bengals RB gives explosive interview on Hall of Fame, Ring of Honor omissions

Corey Dillon recently made his fury over his omissions from the Pro Football Hall of Fame and Cincinnati Bengals Ring of Honor known, and he didn't hold back.

Victor Wembanyama details how he chose jersey number

San Antonio Spurs incoming rookie Victor Wembanyama is joining the likes of fellow top picks Zion Williamson and Anthony Edwards to wear the jersey number that was also their draft position.

Recently fired ESPN analyst turns away Mavericks after interview

Recently fired ESPN analyst Jeff Van Gundy was interviewed by the Dallas Mavericks about a possible assistant coaching gig but turned away the opportunity.

AL All-Star stunned Red Sox didn't re-sign him

With the Boston Red Sox playing (and hosting) the Texas Rangers this week for the first time this season, Nathan Eovaldi got a chance to reunite with his old team.

Teenager could make history for South Korea at Women's World Cup

Casey Phair could make history this summer for South Korea at the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup, but not for the reason some think.

Former U.S. Women's Open winner set for final competitive tournament of career

One of the most famous players in the LPGA this century is set for the final competitive tournament of her career at the upcoming U.S. Women's Open.

Braves SP set to do something he hasn't done since 2019

Suffice to say, Friday's return to the diamond (in front of the home fans) has been a long time coming.

Diamondbacks call up OF ahead of matchup vs. brother

The Arizona Diamondbacks are reuniting outfield prospect Dominic Fletcher with his older brother, Los Angeles Angels infielder David Fletcher, on Friday, according to Robert Murray of FanSided.com.

Hall of Fame coach suggests who should've been fired instead of Jeff Van Gundy

Jeff Van Gundy is among roughly 20 on-air personalities being let go by ESPN in a reported effort to save "tens of millions of dollars." Hall of Fame coach George Karl took to Twitter to react to the news. Karl appeared to hint that ESPN should've have cut ties with someone else rather than him.

Rockies dugout filled with 'almost two feet' of hail before game vs. Dodgers

AT&T SportsNet Rockies reporter Kelsey Wingert-Linch gave fans an inside look at the stunning surroundings with multiple videos leading up to the contest.

Analyst proposes blockbuster three-team Kyrie Irving trade to Suns

Fox Sports analyst Nick Wright has an idea of how Kyrie Irving can land with the loaded Phoenix Suns this offseason.

Guardians GM tells manager to take time in recovery following hospitalization

Cleveland Guardians manager Terry Francona appears to be on the road to recovery following this week's brief hospitalization, but he isn't returning to the dugout quite yet.