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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

Rich Hill to join 12th MLB team, play 19th season at 43 years old

Rich Hill is planning to continue his near-two-decade MLB journey at the age of 43 next year, agreeing to a one-year deal with the Pirates. 

NFLPA investigating Tua Tagovailoa's concussion shows this NFL problem isn't going away

the NFLPA is looking into the handling of Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa after the team placed him in concussion protocol on Monday for the second time this season.

Wake Forest record-setting QB enters transfer portal

Wake Forest redshirt junior quarterback Sam Hartman is entering the transfer portal and is expected to land with Notre Dame, according to a report from ESPN's Pete Thamel.

Former Pro Bowl WR Greg Jennings voices strong opinion on Tua Tagovailoa's NFL future

During an appearance on FS1's "The Carton Show" on Tuesday, former wide receiver Greg Jennings voiced a strong opinion on Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa and his NFL future.

Patriots invite fan who was harassed by Raiders supporter to Week 16 vs. Bengals

At his first NFL game, New England Patriots fan Jerry Edmond not only witnessed his favorite team lose in mind-blowing fashion to the Las Vegas Raiders but was then verbally harassed by a Raiders supporter.

Watch: Broncos, Rams 'ugly' Christmas jersey prank is perfect metaphor for failed seasons

Players on the Denver Broncos and Los Angeles Rams were recently pranked into believing they would be wearing "ugly" Christmas jerseys during their Week 16 game on the Sunday holiday.

Six members of Carlos Correa's family were in San Francisco when Giants' press conference was postponed

On Thursday, Scott Boras provided more details surrounding the events of Carlos Correa's introductory press conference with the San Francisco Giants that never was.

Two teams reached out to Rob Gronkowski after 'bored' tweet

Rob Gronkowski told sportscaster Kay Adams Thursday morning that two NFL teams reached out to him following his viral "I'm kinda bored" tweet on Wednesday.

Steelers HC Mike Tomlin: Kenny Pickett 'has to work on all aspects of his game'

Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin gave a review of rookie quarterback Kenny Pickett on Thursday morning, and while there was some praise, there was some criticism as well.

Report: Carlos Correa was dressed and ready for Giants press conference that never happened

It sounds like the news of San Francisco's concerns with Correa's physical caught the two-time All-Star off-guard himself. Then, in a matter of hours, he went from being the shortstop of the Giants to the third baseman of the Mets.

Watch: Emotional Dansby Swanson tells powerful story of how late grandfather influenced decision to join Cubs

Dansby Swanson was officially introduced as a member of the Chicago Cubs on Wednesday and told media members how his late grandfather influenced his decision.

Bill Belichick sidesteps question on whether Mac Jones will hold starting QB job

New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick avoided a reporter's question Wednesday regarding whether Mac Jones would be the team's starting quarterback for the rest of the season.

Hal Steinbrenner had a telling message for Aaron Judge before he re-signed with Yankees

Aaron Judge was officially re-introduced to the New York Yankees on Wednesday. In the weeks leading up to the AL MVP re-signing with the Yankees, team owner Hal Steinbrenner had a telling message for the star.

Mets owner Steve Cohen says Carlos Correa move puts team 'over the top'

In a stunning reversal, Carlos Correa won't be joining the San Francisco Giants and is now headed to the New York Mets.

Here's how Steelers icon Franco Harris' 'Immaculate Reception' got its name

A Pittsburgh Steelers diehard fan named Michael Ord coined one of the most recognized phrases in NFL history nearly 50 years ago -- the "Immaculate Reception."

Giants postpone Carlos Correa introductory press conference due to medical concern

Baseball fans in the Bay Area will have to wait a bit longer until they can potentially see Carlos Correa slip on a San Francisco Giants uniform.

Watch: Messi, teammates nearly hit by hanging street wires during World Cup parade

On Tuesday, Lionel Messi and his teammates returned home to a parade filled with millions of fans, but at one point, No. 10 and a few of his fellow Argentinian players were involved in a scary moment and near-disaster.

Eagles QB Gardner Minshew gives Mike Leach eulogy

Minshew played two seasons at East Carolina before transferring to Mike Leach's Washington State program for his senior campaign in 2018. Minshew led the NCAA in pass attempts (662) and pass completions (468) that year and paced the Pac-12 in completion percentage (70.2), passing yards (4,779) and passing touchdowns (38) as well.

Patriots OL makes risky social media move regarding QB situation

New England Patriots offensive lineman Trent Brown's loyalty to starting quarterback Mac Jones may come into question following an interesting decision on social media.

At least 15 members of LIV Golf receive invite to 2023 Masters

The Masters announced on Tuesday that any golfer who has qualified for the major based on its previous criteria will be invited to compete in the 2023 event in April.This means that a significant number of current members of LIV Golf will be part of the field.

Rams QB Matthew Stafford shuts down retirement rumors on wife's podcast

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford made it clear Tuesday morning that he's not retiring. 

Mets pitcher Kodai Senga looks forward to facing NL East rival's loaded lineup

New York Mets new acquisition Kodai Senga said Monday that he's looking forward to matching up against one particular NL East rival's loaded lineup in 2023.

J.J. Watt becomes latest star to comment on NFL's random drug tests

Arizona Cardinals defensive end J.J. Watt is the latest big name to post his views on the NFL's random drug test policy on Twitter.

Bengals WR apologizes to mom on Twitter for dropping passes

The Bengals came away victorious vs. Tom Brady and the Bucs, but Higgins' mother wasn't about to let her son off the hook for dropping some passes.

Hawks announcer returns to work after scary on-air medical emergency

Atlanta Hawks play-by-play announcer Bob Rathbun is making his return to the microphone on Monday night.