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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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Pat McAfee files for dismissal of Brett Favre's defamation lawsuit

Sports media personality Pat McAfee has filed for dismissal of Brett Favre's defamation lawsuit related to coverage of the NFL Hall of Famer's Mississippi welfare fund scandal.

Wimbledon's latest decision on Russian, Belarusian players prompts strong reaction

Nearly one year following their decision to ban Belarusian and Russian players from competing at Wimbledon in 2022, the All England Club has reversed course.

Mets' insane, brutal luck continues with Justin Verlander injury

With Edwin Diaz all but certainly done for 2023 and fellow hurler and newcomer Jose Quintana's status up in the air, the Verlander news is crushing.

2023 MLB Opening Day set to break 55-year drought

For the first time in 55 years, all 30 MLB teams will be playing on Opening Day.

Yankees' knack for retiring numbers prompts uniform shortage fear

The New York Yankees' affinity for retiring numbers may be causing a bit of a problem.

'MLB Debut' patch makes way to diamond for Opening Day

If baseball fans heading to their respective favorite team's Opening Day on Thursday aren't familiar with the rookies on the squad yet, a pair of binoculars could help with identification.

White Sox GM compares Jose Abreu to Michael Jordan

Chicago White Sox general manager Rick Hahn made an interesting comparison Wednesday when discussing what it'll be like to face former Pale Hose star Jose Abreu on Opening Day.

Royals C Salvador Perez says pitch clock could add 'two more years' to career

New data was released Wednesday, showing that the pitch clock cut nearly a half hour off of spring training games this year. Kansas City Royals catcher Salvador Perez is among the many fans of the new timer.

Pitch clock cut MLB spring training games down by 26 minutes

If spring training was any indication, MLB fans can expect regular season games to be nearly a half hour shorter than they were last year.

Yankees' Anthony Volpe receives special congratulatory message

Anthony Volpe made the New York Yankees' Opening Day roster over the weekend and received a special congratulatory message from the franchise's most legendary shortstop on Wednesday.

Deion Sanders backs Lamar Jackson regarding missed games

Deion Sanders went on Twitter Wednesday morning to back Lamar Jackson from the criticism he's received over missing the Baltimore Ravens' stretch run and playoff loss last season.

Watch: Rockets' Jalen Green stars in perhaps the craziest commercial of all time

Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green has just made NBA history -- for starring in perhaps the craziest, wackiest commercial of all time.

NFL owners approve Eagles' proposal for historic jersey number

For the first time in a half-century, the No. 0 jersey will be making a return to NFL fields.

Ben Simmons' first season with Nets mercifully comes to a close

It's hard to find another player in the NBA who has had quite the fall from grace over the last two years that Simmons has had, and Tuesday's news is only the latest in the 26-year-old's tumultuous journey.

49ers HC contradicts John Lynch's recent comment on QB situation

San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch said Monday that Brock Purdy is on track to probably be the team's starting quarterback for Week 1 of the 2023 season.

Sergio Romo wears special hat, closes career with Giants

Sergio Romo wrapped up his MLB career Monday night, pitching one last time for the San Francisco Giants in the team's final exhibition game, and he had some extra help from dozens of young fans.

Wizards' Bradley Beal under police investigation after incident with fans

Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal is under police investigation following a postgame confrontation with two fans last week, according to a report from TMZ Sports.

Watch: Phillies' J.T. Realmuto receives one of the weirdest ejections of all time

Philadelphia Phillies catcher J.T. Realmuto received one of the most bizarre ejections in MLB history during the team's spring training game against the Blue Jays on Monday.

Watch: Dolphins HC gives hilarious perspective on Dan Snyder selling Commanders

As Dan Snyder's efforts to sell the Commanders continue, McDaniel jokingly admitted on Monday to have been holding onto a grudge against the organization for nearly a decade.

Jets HC Robert Saleh addresses Aaron Rodgers, Zach Wilson and darkness retreats

New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh addressed the team's seemingly never-ending pursuit of Aaron Rodgers on Monday at the NFL's annual league meeting.

Ravens HC John Harbaugh tries to clean up Lamar Jackson's trade request mess

Jackson made his apparently weeks-old trade request public at a curious time...just as his head coach was set to sit down with reporters.

Watch: Mike Trout announces partnership with Tiger Woods on new golf course

Los Angeles Angels superstar Mike Trout announced his upcoming partnership with Tiger Woods on Monday morning to build a new golf course in New Jersey.

Anthony Volpe could join exclusive Yankees club on Opening Day

It remains to be seen whether Anthony Volpe will make the New York Yankees Opening Day roster and if he'll be the team's starting shortstop.

Mets manager makes interesting comparison for revealing Opening Day starter

New York Mets manager Buck Showalter had a bizarre comparison for what Friday's Opening Day starter reveal was like.

UConn players had personal items stolen from bus during recent practice

On the court, the UConn men's basketball team has had an incredible run to the Elite Eight over the last week. Off the court, things have been a disaster for the Huskies.