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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

Watch: Memphis player punches Bowling Green player during handshakes after WNIT game

Bowling Green State University's Elissa Brett was punched in the face by Memphis' Jamirah Shutes in the postgame handshake line following the Falcons' NIT round of 16 win over the Tigers on Thursday night.

Jordan Spieth had another unexplainable tee shot hit fan, break kid's cell phone

Jordan Spieth continues to prevail in the craziest ways, as the three-time major winner turned another viral errant tee shot into an impressive par.

Watch: Emmy-winning actor praises MLB rule changes, calls game 'even better'

Obviously, MLB wouldn't have used a big-name actor for its promotional hype video who was against the host of changes coming to the sport, but Bryan Cranston's praise is still noteworthy.

Watch: Mets test out new gigantic scoreboard by playing iconic video game

What better way to test out a gigantic state-of-the-art scoreboard than with one of the Nintendo 64's most beloved video games?

Cardinals' Adam Wainwright's WBC injury won't quiet tournament critics

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Adam Wainwright is the latest MLB player to suffer an injury at the recently concluded World Baseball Classic (WBC), and it has tournament critics talking.

Oregon HC blasts low turnout for NIT loss, suggests own potential firing

Dana Altman may not hold his title as head coach of the Oregon men's basketball team much longer if his own words come back to haunt him.

MLB bat boys, bat girls not immune to pace of play scrutiny

MLB bat boys and bat girls will be on the hot seat this season as the league continues its efforts to speed up the game.

Timberwolves' Karl-Anthony Towns finally set to return, but team's fate already sealed

Karl-Anthony Towns is finally expected to return to the court Wednesday night for the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Four stats show just how dominant Shohei Ohtani was at the WBC

Shohei Ohtani proved Tuesday night just how impressive he was at the international March showcase. Here are four particular statistics that stood out from Ohtani's dual dominance on the mound and at the plate.

NBA official demoted weeks following Raptors' Fred VanVleet rant

In the wake of Toronto Raptors guard Fred VanVleet's postgame tirade directed at NBA official Ben Taylor, the referee has reportedly been demoted in recent games he's worked.

Kentucky HC apologizes to Kansas State guard after controversial comment

University of Kentucky men's basketball coach John Calipari called and apologized to Kansas State guard Markquis Nowell on Tuesday, two days after the team's second-round NCAA Tournament game.

Tobin Anderson completes whirlwind year by joining Iona

Tobin Anderson has agreed to a five-year deal to join the Iona Gaels men's basketball team as their next head coach.

All-Star Jaylen Brown doesn't sound optimistic about staying with Celtics

Jaylen Brown, again, has addressed the constant trade rumors that have surrounded his time with the Boston Celtics recently. 

Detroit Mercy guard Antoine Davis feels 'cheated' out of NCAA scoring record

Detroit Mercy guard Antoine Davis recently spoke out about how he feels "cheated" out of the opportunity to break "Pistol" Pete Maravich's NCAA scoring record.Here's what he have to say. 

Rick Pitino changes tune, joins St. John's days after hinting at staying with Iona

As it turns out, Rick Pitino won't be staying with the Iona Gaels and is headed back to the Big East, joining St. John's as their next head coach. According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski and Pete Thamel, the Hall-of-Fame coach is in agreement with the Red Storm on a six-year deal.

Georgetown does something it hasn't done in 51 years with Ed Cooley hire

Cooley joins the Hoyas after spending the last 12 seasons with the Friars, leading the program to seven NCAA Tournament appearances, including five straight from 2013 to 2018 and then in each of the last two campaigns.

Panthers GM gives update on plans for No. 1 draft pick

Carolina Panthers general manager Scott Fitterer met with reporters Monday to discuss what the team plans to do with the No. 1 pick in April's NFL Draft.

Kansas State assistant coach calls out Kentucky HC John Calipari

Kansas St. assistant men's basketball coach Jareem Dowling called out Kentucky men's basketball coach John Calipari on Sunday night, following the teams' second-round NCAA Tournament matchup.

Justin Turner returns to Red Sox lineup two weeks after being beaned in face

Justin Turner is returning to the Boston Red Sox lineup for their Spring Training game Monday against the Pittsburgh Pirates.

HOF RB criticizes Cowboys, NFL over Ezekiel Elliott release

Zeke leaves Dallas as the franchise's third-leading rusher at 8,262 yards. One the men he trails on that list was not too pleased with his release.

Watch: Michigan St. HC Tom Izzo destroys whiteboard during win vs. USC

This isn't the first time that the longtime Michigan St. leader has gone viral for a sideline outburst this season. Izzo received a particularly festive technical foul during a Spartans win over Oakland in the days leading up to Christmas.

Rob Gronkowski reacts to Arizona's stunning upset loss to Princeton

Future Hall of Famer Rob Gronkowski was among the many who were shocked when second-seeded Arizona lost to No. 15 Princeton in the first round of the Division I NCAA Tournament on Thursday.

Astros World Series MVP Jeremy Peña dismisses WBC criticism after Edwin Diaz injury

Houston Astros shortstop Jeremy Peña is the latest MLB star to defend the World Baseball Classic (WBC) in the wake of the devastating injury to New York Mets stud closer Edwin Diaz.

Watch: Markelle Fultz's shoelace stunt brings shades of J.R. Smith's 2014 antics

Orlando Magic guard Markelle Fultz resorted to desperate measures Thursday night in the waning seconds of his team's loss to the Phoenix Suns, untying Terrence Ross' shoelaces ahead of two crucial free throws.

Don't expect Iona's Rick Pitino to follow Jim Boeheim, Mike Krzyzewski in retirement anytime soon

Iona men's basketball head coach Rick Pitino addressed the media Thursday, one day ahead of the 13th-seeded Gaels NCAA Tournament first round matchup against No.