Giants get burned as James Bradberry lands with Eagles
The veteran cornerback has signed a one-year deal with Philly.
Giants get burned as James Bradberry lands with Eagles
Why Yankees’ Aaron Judge could cash in on MLB’s new ‘dead ball’ era
Aaron Judge may have millions of reasons to love these new baseballs. Home runs are down significantly in Major League Baseball. Many are blaming the ball itself. But no matter the explanation, it is elevating the importance of power hitters like Judge. The Yankees star has slugged an MLB-leading 14 homers this year during an … Continued
Yankees’ Aaron Judge calls out Orioles’ ballpark ‘travesty’
Aaron Judge might have had four hits and two home runs in Tuesday’s 5-4 win over the Orioles, but the Yankees slugger could have easily had three long balls. Judge’s first-inning double came off the new high wall in left field at Camden Yards. Last year, it easily would have been a home run. And … Continued
NBA Mock Draft 2022: Post-lottery madness edition
The 2022 NBA Draft order is set. The Orlando Magic are in celebratory mode after landing the No. 1 pick. Now comes the hard part for decision-makers in Orlando. They will have to make a choice between Chet Holmgren, Paolo Banchero, and Jabari Smith Jr. It’s a good problem to have, but that doesn’t make … Continued
New York Knicks draft profile: Duke F AJ Griffin
AJ Griffin is riding a rollercoaster. He came into his freshman season at Duke as one of the highest-rated prospects in the country but fell down on draft boards after a slow start. However, he stabilized his draft prospects with a strong second half of the season. His three-point shooting is elite, even if his … Continued
No luck in the lotto: Knicks stand pat at 11 in 2022 NBA Draft
The New York Knicks are locked in at 11 in the 2022 NBA Draft. It’s another NBA Lottery and another year where the Knicks don’t move up. The last time New York jumped up in the lotto was in 1985 when they leapfrogged two spots to snag Patrick Ewing first overall. As much as Knicks … Continued
Carolina Hurricanes pull overdone playoff gimmick before Rangers series
There are two very dumb things that happen every year during every professional sport’s postseason without fail. First, it is written in the Bible somewhere that media members in one city must take a bunch of juvenile potshots about another city for no other reason than teams from the two cities are competing against each other. … Continued
Aaron Judge’s MVP start for Yankees hasn’t won Mike Francesa over
Mike Francesa remains a hard marker when it comes to Aaron Judge. The Yankees slugger’s MVP-caliber start to the season has not won the big guy over. Francesa said he hopes the team does give into Judge’s massive contract extension demands amid his surge in the final year of his current deal. “The Yankees made … Continued
Ridiculous Giants-Jets lawsuit moves goalposts, demands teams embrace NJ
What in the world is this lawsuit demanding the Giants and Jets drop the “New York” from their names?
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Yankees can go far with 4 legitimate aces in rotation
Looking at the state of the Yankees’ pitching staff today, it’s hard to not think of the climax of the ’90s classic Rounders. We all know the scene. Matt Damon’s Mike McDermott is heads-up with John Malkovich’s Teddy KGB. A simple eight and nine of spades turns out to be the winning hand, even with … Continued
Is Nets’ Kyrie Irving playing 10-dimensional chess with LeBron James comments?
Kyrie Irving’s spring media tour rolled on Monday with some unexpected introspection. The mercurial Nets star made an appearance on the “I Am Athlete” podcast and expressed regret for blowing up his partnership with LeBron James on the Cleveland Cavaliers after just one NBA title. Irving, who forced a trade after the team upset the … Continued
Mike Francesa goes on epic rant after Kentucky Derby winner skips Preakness Stakes
Mike Francesa is so disgusted with Rich Strike’s management, he won’t even say the horse’s name. Seriously. The WFAN legend — and part-owner of elite race horse High Oak — blasted the decision to scratch the historic Kentucky Derby long-shot winner from this weekend’s Preakness Stakes on his latest BetRivers podcast. Owner Rick Dawson announced last … Continued
Mike Francesa hints about future ‘Mike and the Mad Dog’ reunion
It sounds like the next Mike and the Mad Dog one-off reunion may already be in the works. WFAN legend Mike Francesa has interest in hosting Christopher “Mad Dog” Russo, his former partner, on his new BetRivers podcast. The big guy said as much while answering reader emails during his most-recent episode released on Monday. … Continued
New York Knicks draft profile: Purdue G Jaden Ivey
Jaden Ivey was one of the most fun players to watch in college basketball this past season. His elite athleticism is part of the reason why he’s a menace with the ball when he gains momentum going downhill. After a decent freshman season, he used his sophomore year at Purdue to become one of the … Continued
WFAN is starting to beat ESPN Radio New York like a drum again
Craig Carton and Evan Roberts regained WFAN’s afternoon drive supremacy during the winter ratings book. And now it appears they are restoring the station’s time-honored tradition of romping over ESPN Radio New York. Carton and Roberts rolled over “The Michael Kay Show” in the first month of the spring period, according to The Post’s Andrew … Continued
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Lou Lamoriello didn’t look far to find Islanders’ new voice
Lou Lamoriello, as you would expect, provided the most-tired and vague explanation possible for why he canned Barry Trotz last week. “I believe that this group of players needs a new voice,” the Islanders‘ front office czar said. Lamoriello has found him. And the search did not have to cover much ground. The Isles have … Continued
NBA-style draft lottery is NFL’s next offseason frontier. Give us Bill Belichick trading ping-pong balls
Nothing motivates the NFL quite like the possibility of more free money and publicity. Especially when you throw a threatening lawsuit into the mix. That is why as we count down the hours until Tuesday’s NBA draft lottery, it feels inevitable there will eventually be one for professional football — and it will be even … Continued
Amazon Prime has little use for the New York Jets
Hope springs eternal around town for the Jets these days. But the suits at Amazon are not buying the cautious optimism surrounding Zach Wilson’s second season. NBC’s Peter King had an interesting NFL scheduling nugget tucked into his Monday morning column: Amazon specifically asked for a Packers home game to be part of its new … Continued
New York Yankees at Baltimore Orioles: Series analysis, prediction
After another series win in Chicago, the Yankees stay on the road to face a familiar foe. Next up is a four-game set with the Orioles in Baltimore. The Birds took two out of three the last time New York came to town and, brace for impact, aren’t in last place for once. But they did … Continued
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2022 NBA Draft: Mock drafts predict Knicks pick
We won’t know exactly where the New York Knicks are picking in the 2022 NBA Draft for a few more days, but that doesn’t stop the mock drafts from coming. Most outlets (including this one) have the Knicks selecting at 11, which is the most likely outcome by an overwhelming margin. Here’s where the Knicks … Continued
2022 NBA Draft: Nets go big in mock drafts
The Brooklyn Nets are locked into pick No. 23 for the moment. After trading their 2022 first-round pick to get James Harden, they took one back from the Philadelphia 76ers when things fell apart in Brooklyn. After last year’s disappointing finish, it’s hard to know what needs GM Sean Marks is going to address in … Continued
New York Knicks draft profile: Gonzaga F/C Chet Holmgren
Chet Holmgren’s one of the top prospects in the 2022 NBA Draft. Does his unique skill set outweigh the physical concerns?
Joel Embiid loves throwing James Harden under the bus
It’s hard to criticize Joel Embiid for his performance this season. There’s an argument that he should have won the MVP and he came back from a litany of injuries to play in this Eastern Conference Semifinals. But even Embiid’s talent and toughness couldn’t put the Sixers over the hump this year. After Philadelphia’s Game … Continued
Does Jets’ schedule make playoff push realistic?
The Jets must make the postseason in 2022. But is that even possible?
Nike has also grown tired of Kyrie Irving’s act amid Nets uncertainty
The Nets aren’t the only ones pissed at Kyrie Irving. Now Nike is too. The mercurial star’s cavalcade of nonsense has put his shoe deal at risk, according to ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne and Adrian Wojnarowski. They report: [Irving] has long had one of Nike’s most popular and profitable signature basketball shoes, but uncertainties surrounding his NBA … Continued
Brooklyn Nets draft profile: Auburn C Walker Kessler
Walker Kessler is one of the biggest success stories of the transfer portal. After a decent year at North Carolina, he left for Auburn and turned into one of the most dominant big men in the country. Averaging 4.6 blocks per game is an insane number at any level, let alone in the cutthroat world … Continued
Rangers getting perfect storm to force Game 7 vs. Penguins
Nothing is certain. The Rangers have learned that many times over during this first-round playoff series. But the stars appear to be aligning for Game 7 at Madison Square Garden on Sunday. Penguins star Sidney Crosby is out for Friday’s Game 6 in Pittsburgh with an undisclosed upper body injury. Defenseman Jacob Trouba didn’t get … Continued
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Alex Rodriguez might want to buy Marlins. Please make this happen
Alex Rodriguez is not giving up his goal of MLB ownership. The former Yankees star and Miami native is eying up the Marlins in the wake of frenemy Derek Jeter’s exit from the franchise, according to The New York Post’s Jon Heyman. Heyman reports: According to folks close to Rodriguez, the slugger, broadcaster, entrepreneur and … Continued
Luis Gil can be Yankees bullpen weapon if used right
Luis Gil can pitch, but he has no future as a starter. The Yankees brass saw this in person on Thursday, when the young flamethrower made a spot start against the White Sox in an eventual 15-7 win over Chicago. He got the nod despite a brutal start at Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre with a 9.53 ERA … Continued
Giants 2022 schedule win-loss predictions: Brutal post-London stretch starts tailspin
People are going to talk about how the Giants have a favorable strength of schedule ranking. Don’t pay attention. Sure, the Giants’ 2022 slate seems manageable. But analyzing things on last year’s results and winning percentages is silly. Strength of schedule does not take into account the heavy travel required of the team this fall. … Continued
What do post-NFL draft power rankings say about Giants, Jets, 2022 schedules?
Where do the Giants and Jets rank among the rest of the NFL following the 2022 draft?
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Where does Nestor Cortes’ mustache rank in Yankees history?
Nestor Cortes was a just a baby-faced arm out of the Yankees’ bullpen. And then he grew a mustache. The rest is history. The crafty lefty may be New York’s No. 5 starter, but he has pitched like an ace this season. His 1.41 ERA is second in the American League and no opponent has … Continued
United States wins Rugby World Cup bid; ‘smart money’ on NY/NJ hosting final
When you think of international sporting excellence, you now think of the Meadowlands. What had been rumored for a while is now official: World Rugby has awarded the Men’s and Women’s World Cups to the United States in 2031 and 2033, respectively. And the always awkward New York/New Jersey location mash-up is not only in … Continued
New York Yankees at Chicago White Sox: Series analysis, prediction
An Aaron Judge walk-off home run and a five RBI day from Gleyber Torres later, the Yankees handled the Blue Jays again with a quick two-game sweep. New York’s lead in the American League East has grown to four games over the Rays, while Toronto’s struggles have dropped them to third place and six games … Continued
NFL schedule 2022: Here are Giants, Jets full schedules
We already know the New York Giants will hop across the pond to play the Green Bay Packers in London this fall. But the remainder of the team’s 2022 schedule will be revealed Thursday when the NFL unveils its master matrix. Below is a rundown of the schedules for the Giants and New York Jets. This … Continued
New York Knicks draft profile: Duke F Paolo Banchero
Paolo Banchero isn’t a new name for NBA Draft nuts. In fact, the baby-faced assassin was the No. 2 pick in ESNY’s first 2022 NBA Mock Draft. Banchero is the next one-and-done Duke Blue Devil on track to become a star at the next level. There are areas for Banchero to improve, but it almost … Continued
Nets fed up with Kyrie Irving, probably won’t do anything about it
Sean Marks and Steve Nash finally graced the local press corps with their presence Wednesday to wrap up the Nets‘ dumpster fire season — 16 days after the Celtics swept them out of the playoffs. The big headline: Marks threw a little chin music at Kyrie Irving. The general manager was non-committal when asked if … Continued
Ben Simmons hot stove update: Could Nets trade him?
We’ve reached the point where everything is believable with Ben Simmons. He needs back surgery? Figures. He’s feuding with Eli Apple’s uncle? Sure. North Korea wanted to fly him in to play horse with Kim Jong Un? I made that one up, but admit it, you didn’t bat an eye. That all said, it would … Continued
James Bradberry is pissed at Giants. Does he have a point?
James Bradberry exercised his Twitter fingers after his release from the Giants.
Rankings Giants position groups: Is secondary biggest weakness after James Bradberry cut?
Where does the Giants secondary rank among the team’s position groups following the release of James Bradberry?
Aaron Judge is winning Yankees contract battle
Aaron Judge bet on himself. And so far, he looks set to soak the house. The slugger’s slow start to the season after contract talks with the Yankees broke down is long forgotten. Now all he does is deliver big moments on the march to October — and to a massive contract when he hits … Continued
Noah Syndergaard trolls Mets, gets crushed by WFAN morning show: ‘A bitter baby’
Noah Syndergaard is apparently still mad at the Mets. The Angels right-hander fired an out-of-nowhere shot at his old club Tuesday night after teammate Reid Detmers tossed the season’s first solo no-hitter against the Rays. It is the second overall no-no in the big leagues this year after the Mets’ combined effort against the Phillies … Continued
New York Knicks draft profile: Auburn F Jabari Smith Jr.
Jabari Smith Jr. is the best prospect in the 2022 NBA Draft, hands down. There are other talented players in this class who we will cover in the coming days, but there is no one quite like Smith. While he isn’t close to where he can be as a finished product, he has the skill … Continued