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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

Daniel Jones, Giants were minutes away from deadline before reaching deal

New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones found out about his contract extension just minutes before Tuesday's 4 p.m. ET deadline.

Sauce Gardner makes two promises to Aaron Rodgers if he joins Jets

In the midst of rampant reports and swirling rumors surrounding Aaron Rodgers, Ahmad "Sauce" Gardner made the four-time MVP two promises on Twitter Tuesday if he joins the New York Jets.

Tom Brady shuts down NFL comeback rumors on Twitter

Tom Brady insisted Tuesday that he's not considering coming out of retirement for the second time in as many years.

Red Sox newcomer Justin Turner provides update following terrifying HBP to face

Boston Red Sox offseason acquisition Justin Turner updated fans on his health Tuesday morning, less than 24 hours following his early exit during the team's spring training game against the Detroit Tigers.

Police enter Bengals RB Joe Mixon's home after alleged shooting in neighborhood

Multiple police officers reportedly entered Cincinnati Bengals running back Joe Mixon's home late Monday night, hours after launching an investigation into an alleged shooting in the area.

Jaguars Twitter celebrates reinstatement of Calvin Ridley

The Jacksonville Jaguars Twitter account celebrated Calvin Ridley's official reinstatement to the NFL on Monday.

Report: Draft prospect tears ACL, does insane bench press workout next day

NFL Draft prospect Andrew Vorhees reportedly suffered a torn ACL Sunday at the NFL Combine. The former USC offensive lineman then came back to the event on Monday and pushed through nearly 40 repetitions of 225-pound bench presses.

Insider breaks Saints, Derek Carr news with epic typo

The New Orleans Saints are signing longtime Las Vegas Raiders signal-caller Derek Carr to be their next quarterback, according to multiple reports. NFL Network's Mike Garafolo broke the news on Monday morning that a deal between the two sides was close but had an epic typo in his initial tweet.

Vikings LB Eric Kendricks becomes cap casualty, highly sought free agent

The Minnesota Vikings cut linebacker Eric Kendricks Monday morning, ending his eight-year career with the franchise.

Watch: Mets' Max Scherzer has double play wiped out by pitch clock violation

New York Mets starting pitcher Max Scherzer had a double play wiped out during his spring training start on Friday against the Washington Nationals due to a pitch clock violation.

Red Sox try to beat shift ban with unique alignment vs. Twins

The Boston Red Sox attempted to beat MLB's new defensive shift ban during their spring training game against the Minnesota Twins on Friday.

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar sounds off on load management in the NBA

Hall of Famer and six-time MVP Kareem Abdul-Jabbar joined the likes of fellow NBA legend Charles Barkley in recently criticizing the league's much-discussed load management problem.

Russell Westbrook in midst of brutal personal losing streak

The last time Westbrook's team won a game that he started was when the Lakers defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 131-120 on March 21, 2022.

C.J. Stroud voices strong opinion on Justin Fields, Bears chatter

It was reported earlier this week that the Chicago Bears were "leaning toward" trading down from the No. 1 overall spot in April's NFL Draft.

Edwin Diaz eases Mets' concerns about WBC usage

New York Mets star closer Edwin Diaz said Thursday that he won't be pitching on back-to-back days during this month's World Baseball Classic.

Guardians spring training filled with hilarious Terry Francona T-shirts

Manager Terry Francona's face was literally all over Cleveland Guardians spring training on Thursday.

Lionel Messi receives threatening note from gunmen after family's supermarket is ransacked

Paris Saint-Germain superstar Lionel Messi was left a threatening note recently after his family's supermarket was ransacked in Argentina. According to an Associated Press and ESPN report by Adriana Garcia, the store is owned by his wife's family in Rosario, Argentina.

Ravens WR blasts GM on Twitter, then apologizes

The Ravens' lack of star power from the wideout position has been a talking point among the flock of fans in recent years since former MVP quarterback Lamar Jackson took over as Baltimore's starter midway through the 2018 campaign.

NFLPA's player team report cards show Jaguars have a rat problem

The NFL Players Association's (NFLPA) first NFL Player Team Report Cards were revealed on Wednesday and show that the Jacksonville Jaguars have a rat problem.

Mets have concern over star closer Edwin Diaz's usage in WBC

The New York Mets are concerned over how star closer Edwin Diaz will be used in the World Baseball Classic when he competes for Puerto Rico, according to ESPN's Buster Olney.

Ravens HC John Harbaugh defends Lamar Jackson for missing playoff game

Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh defended quarterback Lamar Jackson Wednesday for missing the team's playoff loss to the Cincinnati Bengals in January.

Panthers HC Frank Reich discusses Derek Carr meeting

Carolina Panthers head coach Frank Reich discussed his recent meeting with free agent quarterback Derek Carr on Wednesday at the NFL Combine.

Possible No. 1 draft pick Jalen Carter releases statement on arrest warrant

Hours after an arrest warrant was issued for top NFL Draft prospect Jalen Carter stemming from a fatal car crash in January, the defensive lineman issued a statement on the situation. 

Dolphins GM acknowledges slight concern over Tua Tagovailoa's durability

Miami Dolphins general manager Chris Grier admitted Wednesday to having some concern over Tua Tagovailoa's durability.

Potential No. 1 draft pick's media session canceled following arrest warrant

Georgia defensive tackle Jalen Carter's NFL Combine media session was canceled Wednesday, minutes after news broke that an arrest warrant was out for the 21-year-old.