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2022 NFL Draft: ESNY’s 3-Round Post-Free Agency Mock Draft

2022 NFL Draft: ESNY’s 3-Round Post-Free Agency Mock Draft

Tab Bamford

Insane free agency and trade movement has altered the 2022 NFL Draft. Where do we even begin with the new-look NFL? Multiple trades have included significant draft considerations, and there are now eight teams — one quarter of the league — without a first-round selection. The teams that have early draft capital are also involved … Continued

5 bold National League predictions for 2022

Tab Bamford

How will the National League look at the end of the season? Yesterday, we offered up five bold predictions for the American League in 2022. Now, let’s turn our attention to the National League. There has been a LOT of player movement in the NL, from the first base swaps of Freddie Freeman to the … Continued

ESNY’s Friday Morning Shootaround

Danny Small

It’s another full weekend of college basketball. Rejoice. The NCAA Tournament is in full swing as the Sweet 16 finishes up on Friday night. By the end of the weekend, we will have a Final Four set in stone. Let’s dive into all the action this weekend. What we’re watching Friday: CBB: Saint Peter’s vs. Purdue … Continued

How much does Forbes say the Mets are worth?

Tab Bamford

Steve Cohen’s investment increased in value last year. On Thursday morning, Forbes released their annual valuation rankings for Major League Baseball organizations. The top teams all showed strong increases in value as MLB moved past the pandemic-shortened 2020 season. In their 2022 rankings, the New York Mets came in sixth overall. They ranked behind the … Continued

Yankees named MLB’s most valuable franchise by Forbes

Tab Bamford

But they operated at a loss? On Thursday morning, Forbes released their annual valuation rankings for Major League Baseball organizations. They report that the average value of franchises — especially the blue-blood organizations — rebounded tremendously from the pandemic-shortened 2020 season. It isn’t shocking, but the New York Yankees ranked No. 1 in Forbes’ rankings … Continued

5 bold American League predictions for 2022

Tab Bamford

Let’s get crazy. What will happen in 2022? We’re now exactly two weeks away from Opening Day for Major League Baseball. The big-name free agents have signed, and some major trades have changed the dynamics of rosters all over the leagues. With the excitement building for the new season to finally begin, here are five … Continued

ESNY’s Thursday Morning Shootaround

Tab Bamford

How Sweet it is! Welcome to the second weekend of the 2022 NCAA tournaments! The Sweet 16 gets kicked off today, and we’re here for it. So, with that, here’s what we’re watching all day on Thursday: MLB: Yankees @ Tigers — 1:05 PM ET MLB: Marlins @ Mets — 6:10 PM ET CBB: Arkansas … Continued

Line Drive Radio Season Two begins with a bang

Tab Bamford

Your favorite MLB podcast is ready for the 2022 season! Welcome to the 2022 MLB season, baseball fans! Tab and Paul are back in the saddle, excited to finally get to the business of talking baseball… instead of talking about the business of baseball. The guys catch up on some of the enormous player movement … Continued

UPDATE: Dolphins outbid Jets to land Tyreek Hill (Report)

Tab Bamford

The Jets were reportedly a finalist for the star wideout. UPDATE: According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the Jets were a finalist to acquire Chiefs receiver Tyreek Hill. But it appears the Miami Dolphins were willing to pay a king’s ransom to land the superstar. Chiefs are trading six-time Pro-Bowl WR Tyreek Hill to the Miami … Continued

ESNY’s Wednesday Morning Shootaround

Tab Bamford

Aces of diamonds coming to Citi Field. The night after Max Scherzer’s Mets’ Spring Training debut, Jacob deGrom took the ball last night and was dominant. We cannot wait to see these guys in regular season action this year. Another guy we would pay to see play… isn’t playing tonight. The prices for tonight’s Nets … Continued

Forget arbitration and just pay Aaron Judge

Josh Benjamin

No more dancing around. Give Aaron Judge a long-term extension. The New York Yankees took care of business ahead of Opening Day and avoided arbitration with all players. Well, except one: star outfielder Aaron Judge. The Yankees have agreed to terms with Miguel Andújar, Joey Gallo, Chad Green, Kyle Higashioka, Clay Holmes, Isiah Kiner-Falefa, Jonathan … Continued

Islanders stay put, re-sign Parise and Clutterbuck at deadline

Leen Amin

Aside from extending two veterans, the Islanders did nothing at the deadline. Is this team enough? New York Islanders general manager Lou Lamoriello has earned a reputation for being the quietest GM in the NHL. He keeps his business to himself and the league never knows what he’s up to until the moves are officially … Continued

How will the QB carousel impact the 2022 NFL Draft?

Tab Bamford

Who still needs a quarterback? The National Football League is a quarterback-driven league. In related news, water is wet and the sun will likely rise in the east tomorrow morning. Teams needing quarterbacks is the most obvious cliché in football. Those who have one do well; those who don’t struggle. The Giants and Jets have … Continued

ESNY’s Tuesday Morning Shootaround

Tab Bamford

Boys of Summer return to the diamond. You know what’s beautiful? Pictures and video and live game feeds of baseball happening in Florida and Arizona with the greatest players on the planet back on the diamond. Major League Baseball is back, and we’re here for it! Here’s what we’re watching today: MLB: Yankees @ Blue … Continued

NHL Trade Deadline: A deep dive into the new-look Rangers

Leen Amin

The Rangers made some massive improvements at the deadline to an already solid lineup. This morning, we said the New York Rangers needed to go for it before Monday afternoon’s NHL Trade Deadline. And they did just that. One of the best teams in the league just got significantly better. The Rangers have been making … Continued

New Jersey Devils acquire goaltender Andrew Hammond

Tab Bamford

What did the Devils get done before the NHL Trade Deadline? The 2022 NHL Trade Deadline was 3 PM ET on Monday. And, somewhat predictably, the New Jersey Devils weren’t making many headlines. The Devils are building for the future, so moving away picks or prospects wasn’t likely. And they didn’t have many veterans catching … Continued

Max Scherzer strikes out five in Mets debut

Tab Bamford

The Mets’ new ace took the bump Monday afternoon. When the Mets announced they had signed Max Scherzer to a record-breaking contract last year, it felt like a dream. Then, after a lockout that lasted nearly 100 days, it felt like a distant memory. We never got a look at him in blue and orange … Continued

Yankees sign-stealing letter to be released

Josh Benjamin

The long-anticipated sign-stealing letter the New York Yankees have fought to keep secret will be unsealed. It’s happening, folks. Per Evan Drellich of The Athletic, the letter alleging how much MLB knew about sign-stealing conducted by the New York Yankees will be unsealed. The Yankees Letter is to become public, and whether there’s any discrepancy … Continued

New York Rangers acquire Justin Braun from Philadelphia

Tab Bamford

The Rangers added a veteran to their blue line. We’re all waiting on pins and needles for the New York Rangers to get busy at this year’s NHL Trade Deadline, and the first move appears to be in the books. The Rangers have reportedly acquired veteran defenseman Justin Braun from the Philadelphia Flyers. Braun, 35, … Continued

Where in the world is Gleyber Torres?

Josh Benjamin

Why has Gleyber Torres really not been in the lineup? Unless you’re a crazy New York Yankees fan, a writer assigned to cover the team, or both, you’ve probably noticed Gleyber Torres has been mysteriously absent. For the last two spring training games, the young Venezuelan has not been in the initial starting lineup. Then, … Continued

ESNY’s Monday Morning Shootaround

Danny Small

Take a deep breath college basketball fans. The first weekend is over. March Madness lived up to the hype on its first weekend. There were Cinderellas, overtime finishes, and one local school is stealing the spotlight. Let’s dive into all the weekend action, including Saint Peter’s, the pride of Jersey City. What we’re watching Monday: … Continued

NHL Trade Deadline: The Rangers need to go big

Tab Bamford

The NHL Trade Deadline is 3 PM ET today. The past few days around the NHL have seen some enormous trades by contending teams. But nothing from the New York Rangers. Not yet, at least. Entering Monday, the Rangers are tied with the Penguins for second in the Metropolitan Division, three points behind Carolina. The … Continued

New York Yankees vs Toronto Blue Jays: Who has the edge?

Josh Benjamin

The New York Yankees and Toronto Blue Jays have a burgeoning rivalry. Cue the music! The New York Yankees have a target on their backs, one so big that the Toronto Blue Jays have taken notice. Yes, folks. It’s that time again. Just a small handful of years after Jose Bautista and Edwin Encarnacion slugged … Continued

ESNY’s MLB Power Rankings: Let the games begin!

Tab Bamford

The dust has settled. Now, let’s see how the teams look on the field! Since our initial power rankings of the 2022 MLB season, free agency and trades have gone off the rails. Matt Olson to Atlanta, Freddie Freeman to the Dodgers, Trevor Story to Boston and Carlos Correa to Minnesota! Most of the big … Continued