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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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Jalen Ramsey reveals sky-high expectations with Dolphins

Star cornerback Jalen Ramsey was officially introduced to Miami Dolphins media members on Thursday, four days after being acquired in a trade with the Los Angeles Rams.

Report: Clippers charter plane struck by lightning before February game

On Feb. 25 -- one day following an epic double-overtime home loss to the Sacramento Kings -- the Los Angeles Clippers' charter plane was reportedly struck by lightning on route to Denver.

Axios reveals mind-blowing odds of picking a perfect March Madness bracket

Most people know that the odds of picking a perfect March Madness bracket are absurdly low. Axios sports editor Kendall Baker recently put into perspective just how unlikely the feat would be.

NFL reporter shares daughter's adorable Aaron Rodgers-related homework assignment

The seemingly never-ending Aaron Rodgers saga of will he or won't he join the New York Jets led to an adorable homework assignment from the daughter of The Ringer senior editor Lindsay Jones.

Yankees among just two MLB teams to charge players for in-flight Wi-Fi

The New York Yankees are one of just two MLB teams not to cover in-flight Wi-Fi expenses for the players, according to a report by Sports Illustrated senior writer Stephanie Apstein.

Aces star Kelsey Plum adds to Darren Waller, Josh McDaniels speculation

Las Vegas Aces star Kelsey Plum has added to the growing speculation that her husband, Darren Waller, was traded from the Raiders to the New York Giants on Tuesday due to a beef with head coach Josh McDaniels.

Giants acquire Darren Waller, give Daniel Jones first legitimate receiving weapon

The New York Giants have acquired former Pro Bowl tight end Darren Waller in a trade with the Las Vegas Raiders, providing Daniel Jones with a true weapon in the passing game.

Report: Trevor Bauer finalizing one-year deal with NPB team

Former NL Cy Young Award winner Trevor Bauer is finalizing a one-year deal with the Yokohama DeNA BayStars of the Nippon Professional Baseball league, according to ESPN's Jeff Passan.

Radio personality fired for 'negative' Syracuse sports talk

The move comes just days after longtime Syracuse men's basketball coach Jim Boeheim — a friend of Galaxy Media Partners CEO Ed Levine and investor in the company — retired after 47 years as the Orange's lead man.

Artist's Jimmy Garoppolo project finally comes to an end with Raiders news

In July, per ESPN's Nick Wagoner, Garoppolo told an ABC television affiliate in San Francisco that he'd seen the drawings and enjoyed them.

Watch: Eagles' Jason Kelce, GM celebrate All-Pro's big announcement

Kelce performed at an elite level again last season, notching his sixth career Pro Bowl honor (fourth straight) and fifth First-Team All-Pro honor (all in the past six years), while helping lead a standout Eagles offense.

HOF coach slams UNC's NIT decision, suggests punishment

Tommy Penders also took a shot at Tar Heels head coach Hubert Davis, tweeting that the team "rarely played hard and together" and blamed that on "the coaching staff."

Japanese pitcher gifts Czech OF candy after HBP at World Baseball Classic

The two players met outside the Czech team hotel in Tokyo, with Rori Sasaki also signing a ball for William Escala.

Watch: Jordan Spieth's tee shot ricochets off fan, saves him from likely Players Championship cut

Three-time major victor Jordan Spieth has one unlucky fan to thank for likely saving him from failing to make the cut at the 2023 Players Championship.

MLB commissioner reflects on anniversary of lockout ending

Regardless of whether you're a fan of all the rule changes and whether you plan on tuning into the WBC, there's no doubt that MLB fans are in a much better place than they were just over one year ago.

Phillies' Andrew Painter the latest in growing list of top pitching prospect injuries

Andrew Painter of the Philadelphia Phillies is the latest in a growing list of top pitching prospects to suffer brutal luck on the injury front.

Watch: Jets' Sauce Gardner follows through on promise to Aaron Rodgers

New York Jets star cornerback Ahmad "Sauce" Gardner preemptively followed through on one of his promises to Aaron Rodgers on Thursday night. Gardner --

Rams GM on Matthew Stafford: He's 'one of our pillars'

Rams general manager Les Snead addressed rumors about the team attempting to trade quarterback Matthew Stafford and seemed to shut down such a notion.

Speedy Chiefs WR's post hints at reunion with Bears QB Justin Fields

Mecole Hardman posted a notable quote-tweet Thursday afternoon, indicating that he may want to join Justin Fields and the Chicago Bears.

Longtime NFL executive gives big update on Rams' Matthew Stafford

Stafford was limited to nine games and didn't play past Week 11 of the 2022 season due to a spinal cord contusion but said in December that he wouldn't be retiring.

Yankees get brutal injury news on thinning starting rotation

The Yankees are dealing with injuries to numerous starting pitchers and bullpen pieces, which could put more pressure on the offense to carry the team in the early going.

Watch: Raptors' Fred VanVleet destroys referee in postgame profanity-laced tirade

Toronto Raptors guard Fred VanVleet blasted NBA officiating Wednesday night -- singling out referee Ben Taylor -- following the team's loss to the Los Angeles Clippers.

Padres reportedly pulled out all the stops to try to lure Aaron Judge to San Diego

Soon after it was reported that Judge and the Yankees agreed to the new contract, news came out that the 2022 AL MVP met "last minute" with the Padres, before Hal Steinbrenner convinced the superstar outfielder to stay with the only MLB club he's known.

Alabama's Brandon Miller discusses January shooting for first time publicly

The Alabama men's basketball star talked with reporters about January's fatal shooting of 23-year-old Jamea Jonae Harris for the first time on Wednesday.

Another lost season for Pelicans, Zion Williamson almost complete with latest update

New Orleans Pelicans fans received yet another dire injury update on All-Star Zion Williamson Wednesday, all but wrapping up another lost season for the former Duke standout.