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It’s getting harder to ignore Jalen Brunson’s MVP candidacy

It’s getting harder to ignore Jalen Brunson’s MVP candidacy

Josh Benjamin

You’d never know it, but New York Knicks fans are enamored with All-Star point guard Jalen Brunson. The sea of No. 11 jerseys peppered throughout the Big Apple? No idea what you’re talking about. Him, Josh Hart, and Donte DiVincenzo leading the so-called New York Villanovas? What’s that? Deafening chants of “MVP!” that shook Madison … Continued

Mets close to signing LHP Jake Diekman

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The New York Mets are close to boosting their bullpen and adding veteran lefty Jake Diekman. Will Sammon at The Athletic was first with news of the signing. Diekman, 37, joins the Mets after splitting 2023 between the White Sox and Rays. He posted an awful 7.94 ERA in 13 games with Chicago, but improved … Continued

6 bold season predictions for the 2024 Yankees

Josh Benjamin

The New York Yankees have plenty to be excited for when pitchers and catchers report in exactly two weeks. Then again, it seems the Yankees are already in spring training mode. Several players, including captain Aaron Judge, are already working out in Tampa. One thing’s for sure, nobody wants a repeat of 2023. Going 82-80 … Continued

Julius Randle injury will test Knicks’ greatest weakness

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The Knicks got some good news on the Julius Randle front Monday. Adrian Wojnarowski reported tests on the All-Star’s dislocated right shoulder so far show he will miss “weeks, and not months.” As testing continues on Knicks All-Star F Julius Randle’s right shoulder, indications are optimistic that his absence will be measured in weeks and … Continued

Which former Yankees are on the Hall of Fame ballot in 2024?

Josh Benjamin

It’s that time of year, folks. Tomorrow, Tuesday, January 23, 2024, we will learn the new class for the National Baseball Hall of Fame. It’s always exciting anticipating who will go to Cooperstown. This year will feature a surefire first-balloter in third baseman Adrian Beltre. Former MVP and three-time batting champ Joe Mauer could get … Continued

Is Brian Cashman’s Yankees future on the line in 2024?

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The Yankees continued their quietly effective offseason with new pitcher Marcus Stroman’s virtual press conference on Thursday. As far as intro pressers go, everything went as expected Stroman, who recently signed a two-year deal with the Yankees, mentioned how excited he was to compete on Yankee Stadium’s grand stage. “I’m always up for a challenge, … Continued

Knicks pursuing handful of guards in next potential trade

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The New York Knicks aren’t done dealing even after trading for OG Anunoby. Per longtime NBA insider Marc Stein, the front office has “a level of interest” in a small handful of veteran guards. Those guards include reigning Sixth Man of the Year Malcolm Brogdon, 2021 Sixth Man of the Year Jordan Clarkson, Pistons veteran … Continued

Knicks interested in trading for F Bruce Brown

Josh Benjamin

The New York Knicks are still in trade mode even after landing OG Anunoby and the front office seems to like veteran wing Bruce Brown. Per SNY’s Ian Begley, there is “significant internal support” for the team to acquire Brown in a trade. Brown signed a two-year deal with the Pacers last summer and was … Continued

Yankees to release OF Oscar Gonzalez

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The New York Yankees have designated outfielder Oscar Gonzalez for assignment, the team announced Wednesday. Releasing Gonzalez was an administrative decision to make room for the newly signed Marcus Stroman on the 40-man roster. To make room on the 40-man roster, the Yankees designated OF Oscar Gonzalez for assignment. — New York Yankees (@Yankees) January … Continued

Yankees sign international OF prospect Francisco Vilorio

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The Yankees, ever active in the international free agent market, made another move during the latest signing period. Per MLB.com, New York has added Dominican outfielder Francisco Vilorio. He was ranked the 15th overall international prospect and is still just 17 years old. Vilorio already has some size at 6-foot-2, 160 pounds, and may grow … Continued

Yankees, SP Luke Weaver agree on one-year deal

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The Yankees have re-signed right-handed pitcher Luke Weaver to a one-year, $2 million contract. Robert Murray at FanSided was first with the agreement, which also includes an option for next season. Free-agent pitcher Luke Weaver and the New York Yankees are in agreement on a one-year, $2 million contract, pending physical, according to a source … Continued

Yankees rumors: New York interested in RP Jordan Hicks

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The New York Yankees are interested in signing hard-throwing righty reliever Jordan Hicks. MLB Network’s Jon Morosi added that the rival Houston Astros are too. Free agent reliever Jordan Hicks has drawn interest from the Astros and Yankees, among other teams, as we discussed on @MLBNetwork a short time ago. — Jon Morosi (@jonmorosi) January … Continued

Which free agent SP will most likely land with Yankees?

Josh Benjamin

It’s no secret that the Yankees are on the hunt for starting pitching this offseason. Particularly since Brian Cashman’s efforts to woo Yoshinobu Yamamoto failed when the Dodgers swooped in with a 12-year deal. Lucky for the Yankees, the market hasn’t picked up much since. Another Japanese hurler, lefty Shōta Imanaga, recently signed with the … Continued

Giants defensive coordinator Don “Wink” Martindale resigns

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New York Giants defensive coordinator Don “Wink” Martindale has resigned, per NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. Martindale’s resignation comes mere hours after head coach Brian Daboll told reporters he expected the veteran coach back next season. The Giants regressed to 6-11 in 2023 after last year’s miracle playoff run. New York ranked 26th in points allowed … Continued

Jets expected to trade QB Zach Wilson this offseason

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The New York Jets are finally pulling the plug and will attempt to trade beleaguered quarterback Zach Wilson this offseason, per NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. From @NFLGameDay: #Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh is open to the NFL interest that'll come… plus, the #Jets are expected to attempt to trade QB Zach Wilson in the offseason, which … Continued

Mets sign LHP Sean Manaea to two-year contract

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The New York Mets boosted their rotation Sunday when they signed veteran lefty Sean Manaea to a two-year, $28 million contract. Jon Heyman at the Post was first with the story, and added that Manaea’s deal includes an opt-out after 2024. Manaea spent last season with the San Francisco Giants and posted a 4.44 ERA … Continued

Yankees reportedly interested in LHP Blake Snell

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The New York Yankees are interested in reigning NL Cy Young winner Blake Snell, according to the Post’s Jon Heyman. Snell posted an MLB-best 2.25 ERA while also leading baseball in walks. He pitched a career-high 180 innings and struck out 234 hitters, all while allowing just 115 hits. The Yankees also know Snell from … Continued

Harrison Bader, Mets agree on one-year contract

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Former Yankees center fielder Harrison Bader has agreed to a one-year, $10.5 million deal with the New York Mets, per SNY’s Andy Martino. Bader split last season between the Yankees and Cincinnati Reds, batting .232 on the year with seven home runs and 20 stolen bases. Various injuries limited him to just 98 games, though … Continued

One game later, everyone wins the RJ Barrett trade

Josh Benjamin

On December 30, the Knicks surprised everyone when they traded former first-round pick RJ Barrett to the Toronto Raptors for OG Anunoby. Even more surprising was New York also including popular guard Immanuel Quickley and not getting much draft capital back. Well, the players had their first games with their new teams on Monday, and … Continued

New York Mets pursuing veteran DH J.D. Martinez

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The New York Mets are pursuing veteran slugger J.D. Martinez, according to the New York Post’s Jon Heyman. The Los Angeles Angels and one of Martinez’s former teams, the Arizona Diamondbacks, are also interested. Martinez spent last season with the Los Angeles Dodgers and turned in a solid campaign despite turning 36 in August. He … Continued