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Mike Santa Barbara

Mike Santa Barbara is a Wilmington, Delaware native (Yes, it's a real place) with over a decade of sports writing experience. A diehard Philadelphia sports fan, he has two dogs named after Flyers and cried real tears when the Eagles won Super Bowl LII. You can follow him on Twitter at @mike__sb.

Key adjustments help Aces dominate Liberty, force Game 4

Facing a sweep on their home floor, Las Vegas made several key adjustments, which helped them live to fight another day. 

Watch: Incredible save highlights strong Devils debut for Jacob Markstrom

Markstrom was the star of the NHL's Global Series season opener in Prague, Czech Republic, helping the Devils top the Buffalo Sabres 4-1. The 34-year-old turned away 30 of 31 shots and produced an early contender for save of the year. 

Why Bears QB Caleb Williams has chance to break out in Week 5

On top of having an advantageous matchup, Williams has looked more comfortable from game to game, which the numbers confirm.

Takeaways from Mets-Brewers Game 3: Mets may be a team of destiny, Brewers pay for relying on HR ball

The New York Mets stunned the Milwaukee Brewers, scoring four runs in the ninth inning to win Game 3 of the National League wild-card series, 4-2.

Canadiens' Patrik Laine discusses knee-to-knee hit, decision not to have surgery

Less than a week after suffering a sprained knee that will keep him out of the Canadiens lineup for at least two-to-three months, Laine discussed the controversial hit that injured him and his decision to forego surgery. 

Former Dream HC Tanisha Wright reacts to firing

The Atlanta Dream were swept in the playoffs for the second straight season in 2024, leading to change at head coach.

Takeaways from Padres-Braves Game 2: San Diego sweeps, setting up date with Dodgers

The San Diego Padres have a date with the Los Angeles Dodgers in the National League Division Series. 

Takeaways from Brewers-Mets Game 2: Late-game power display helps Milwaukee force Game 3

The Milwaukee Brewers came from behind to even the best-of-three National League Wild Card Series with the New York Mets. Here are three takeaways from the action. 

Watch: Padres jump ahead of Braves with five-run second inning

The San Deigo Padres had the Atlanta Braves suffering from deja vu after another early offensive explosion in Game 2 of the National League Wild Card Series.  Trailing the Braves 1-0, the Padres put together a huge second inning.

Bronny James got the better of father, LeBron, at recent Lakers practice

Lakers rookie Bronny James has plenty of naysayers, but he's already begun to win over his teammates at training camp after getting the best of father LeBron James. 

Watch: Unlikely hero sends Tigers to ALDS, ends Astros' ALCS streak

October is the time for unexpected heroes, unfortunately for the Houston Astros.

AFC South stock up, down: Young WR elevating again, Year 2 QB struggling

A quarter of the way through the 2024 NFL season, we're assessing who's trending up and down in each division. Here's the AFC South's stock report from Weeks 1-4.

One remarkable stat proves rookie QB Jayden Daniels' impact on Commanders

Jayden Daniels has transformed the Washington Commanders' fortunes only four games into his NFL career, and one incredible stat proves just how good the rookie has been.

Breanna Stewart's historic outing helps Liberty take Game 1 over Aces in WNBA semifinals

The New York Liberty took Game 1 of the WNBA semifinals, defeating the defending WNBA champion Las Vegas Aces, 87-77, behind a historic outing from forward Breanna Stewart. 

Week 4 losers: Ill-prepared Eagles lay a stinker, Packers let Jordan Love down

With most of the Week 4 NFL schedule in the books, it's time to take a look at some of Sunday's biggest losers.

Is Tyler Huntley an upgrade at QB for shorthanded Dolphins?

With Tua Tagovailoa out of action for the foreseeable future, the Miami Dolphins will turn to their second different quarterback in as many weeks, with Tyler Huntley tapped to start Week 4 against the Tennessee Titans.

Broadway bound: Timberwolves trading star center to Knicks in blockbuster deal

He brings name value, but how he'll fit with the Knicks is another question. He's coming off an All-Star campaign last season, averaging 21.8 points, 8.3 rebounds and 3.0 assists.

Caitlin Clark grabs another honor for historic rookie season

After taking the WNBA by storm, Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark added another incredible achievement to her rookie resume. 

DPOY Napheesa Collier proving to be one of WNBA's most well-rounded players

Minnesota Lynx star Napheesa Collier was named the 2024 Defensive Player of the Year on Friday, but the four-time All-Star's game expands well beyond that side of the floor. 

Former DB explains why it'd be hard for Dolphins' Tua Tagovailoa to retire

From an outsider's perspective, it's difficult to fathom why Miami Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa would risk returning to football after suffering a third concussion in just under two years.

Takeaways from Cowboys' ugly 'TNF' win over Giants: Dallas looks mediocre, N.Y. star rookie injured

It wasn't pretty, but the Cowboys broke a two-game losing skid, defeating the Giants for the seventh straight time.

Caitlin Clark helps break another WNBA record

The Fever's playoff run didn't last long, but Caitlin Clark still left her mark.

AFC South rookie grades: How has each team's top pick fared?

Checking in on the kids in the AFC South as Week 4 gets underway in the NFL.