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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: Fan arrested for throwing cup of ice at Mavericks star Luka Doncic

The spillage caused a delay in the action during overtime and ultimately led to the fan's arrest.

Rams WR Cooper Kupp makes opinion on grass vs. turf fields clear

Kupp's comments come in the wake of a spur of non-contact injuries taking place at SoFi Stadium.

Justin Verlander to make history with next World Series start

Verlander, already the all-time leader in postseason strikeouts, will tie another remarkable feat in the World Series.

Mariano Rivera says comments on Aaron Boone were taken out of context

Earlier this week, New York Yankees legendary closer (and 2019 Baseball Hall of Fame inductee) Mariano Rivera discussed whether the franchise should bring back manager Aaron Boone for the 2023 season.

White Sox reliever Joe Kelly: Astros are 'tarnished for life' due to cheating scandal

The Houston Astros will play in their fourth World Series in six years beginning on Friday night, when they host the Philadelphia Phillies in Game 1 at 8:03 p.m.

Broncos GM George Paton shares his thoughts on HC Nathaniel Hackett

Reports came out Wednesday that Denver Broncos head coach Nathaniel Hackett could be coaching for his job on Sunday, when the team takes on the Jacksonville Jaguars at 9:30 a.m.

Patriots QB Mac Jones to start Week 8 vs. Jets

Patriots head coach Bill Belichick has finally picked his starting quarterback for Week 8.

Phil Mickelson 'has the utmost respect for' Rory McIlroy

After World No. 1 Rory McIlroy continued his commentary regarding his concerns over the ongoing tensions between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf on Tuesday, Phil Mickelson gave his latest input on the feud on Wednesday.

ESPN statement says Mac Jones' 'Monday Night Football' interception didn't hit 'SkyCam' wiring

Mac Jones made his return to action on Monday for the first time since suffering a high-ankle sprain in Week 3 and finished the Patriots' loss 3-for-6 for 13 yards and one interception.

Cardinals' three-time All-Star SP Adam Wainwright returning for 18th season

"Uncle Charlie" is coming back to St. Louis for his 18th season. The report of Wainwright's return to the Cardinals comes just over two weeks after longtime teammate Albert Pujols wrapped up his future Hall of Fame career by retiring at the end of the 2022 campaign.

MLB 'Iron Man' Cal Ripken Jr. congratulates Golden Knights' Phil Kessel on breaking record

Vegas Golden Knights forward Phil Kessel broke the NHL's ironman record by playing in his 990th consecutive game on Tuesday night against the San Jose Sharks.

Watch: Did Mac Jones' 'Monday Night Football' interception hit ESPN's 'SkyCam' wire?

New England Patriots second-year pro Mac Jones made his return to action during the team's Week 7 "Monday Night Football" loss to the Chicago Bears after missing the last three games with a high ankle sprain.

World No. 1 Rory McIlroy: Feud between LIV Golf, PGA Tour is 'out of control'

Rory McIlroy is No. 1 men's golfer in the world for the ninth time in his career. He recently spoke again about the ongoing conflict between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf, calling the feud "out of control." 

Patriots rookie QB Bailey Zappe didn't know when he'd be entering game vs. Bears

Bill Belichick's decision to play both Mac Jones and Bailey Zappe under center during the team's "Monday Night Football" loss to the Chicago Bears in Week 7 has already grabbed many headlines.

Rams HC Sean McVay had classic reaction to 49ers acquiring Christian McCaffrey

The rivalry between McVay's Rams and Kyle Shanahan's 49ers continues to heat up.

Report: Reason official approached Mike Evans after game revealed

More details are coming out on the bizarre scene Sunday following the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' loss to the Carolina Panthers.

Will the Red Sox re-sign All-Star 3B Rafael Devers?

The two-time All-Star and one-time Silver Slugger Award winner finished another big 2022 campaign with 27 home runs, 88 RBI, 42 doubles and a .295/.358/.521 slash line.

NFL review determines game officials weren't getting Mike Evans' autograph

The NFL was reviewing an incident that seemed to show a pair of game officials asking Tampa Bay Buccaneers star wide receiver Mike Evans for his autograph following the team's Week 7 contest.

Patriots WR Jakobi Meyers reacts to Mac Jones getting benched

Mac Jones got the start at quarterback for the New England Patriots during their Week 7 "Monday Night Football" contest against the Chicago Bears, but his outing didn't last long.

Jeff Passan says Yankees got 'outclassed' by Astros in ALCS

Passan didn't hold back in his assessment of the Yankees during their ALCS loss to the Astros. 

Colts benching QB Matt Ryan, will start Sam Ehlinger Week 8 vs. Commanders

The Colts are going a different direction at quarterback. Again.

Report: Scouts believe Colts QB Matt Ryan's arm is 'shot'

The Colts offense has lacked explosiveness in 2022 and some scouts reportedly believe Ryan no longer has the arm to do the job.

Watch: NFL reviewing incident seemingly showing officials getting Mike Evans' autograph

In one of the biggest upsets of Week 7, if not the entire NFL season, the host Carolina Panthers defeated Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 21-3 on Sunday.