Let the dancing begin! As baseball goes crazy in the opening days of Spring Training, Tuesday brings us the start of March Madness. The first two play-in games in this year’s NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament are on TruTV this evening. Here’s what we’re watching tonight: CBB: Texas A&M-CC vs Texas Southern — 6:40 PM ET … Continued
ESNY puts all 68 NCAA Tournament teams into a distinct category before the Big Dance starts.
Which rookies should be on your radar entering the 2022 season? One of the changes in the new Collective Bargaining Agreement between MLB and the Players could make for a more interesting first two weeks in the regular season. Players who finish in the top two of the Rookie of the Year voting will be … Continued
Strome was one of the few Rangers to have a strong week in Week 21. In Week 21, the New York Rangers looked worse than they have in months. They kicked things off with a terrible 5-2 loss to the Minnesota Wild and followed it up with their worst game of the season, a 6-2 … Continued
The five-year Giant is finally heading out of East Rutherford.
The gap between teams is shrinking as the trade deadline approaches. We’re a week away from the NHL Trade Deadline, and the playoff races are heating up. The Colorado Avalanche were so far ahead of everyone for weeks, but after improved play from the other guys and somewhat of a slump on Colorado’s end, the … Continued
Assemblyman J. Gary Pretlow’s recently introduced bill to expand the number of New York online sports betting operators and reduce the state’s sports betting tax rate has been included in the Assembly’s One-House budget resolution. As New York’s budget construction begins to heat up, both the Assembly and Senate propose their own One-House budget resolutions, … Continued
Islanders’ captain receives league-wide recognition after outstanding week. After an outstanding week in which he averaged two points per game (in four games), Islanders’ captain Anders Lee was named the NHL’s No. 3 Star of the Week. Blackhawks wing Patrick Kane and Flames netminder Jakob Markstrom were named the league’s No. 1 and 2 Stars … Continued
Mets first baseman shared details Monday. The New York Mets are opening Spring Training with thankful news. Pete Alonso, their star first baseman, was involved in a scary auto accident on the way to camp but appears to be okay. This is what Pete Alonso’s car looked like after he was hit by a driver … Continued
We have a lot to catch up on after a ridiculous weekend in sports. If you unplugged for the weekend, please have a seat. A lot has happened in the sports world, including a return of one of the most hated athletes in New York history. Let’s skip the small talk and dive into the … Continued
Annihilating the Knicks and calling out New York City Mayor Eric Adams is all in a day’s work for Kevin Durant.
Devils fans have been waiting all season to see Smith play at this level. Another successful week is in the books for the New Jersey Devils and it’s a shame it took them so long to start playing so well. One of the highest-scoring teams in the league now has decent goaltending, something that’s been … Continued
We’ll get to watch actual major leaguers play this week! The lockout is over! And, now, the sprint to April 7 begins, as teams have three weeks to finish signing free agents, make their trades and get the dust settled in time for Opening Day. We expect the movement to come fast and furious this … Continued
The New York Yankees acquired former MVP Josh Donaldson from the Minnesota Twins. The New York Yankees kicked off Spring Training with a signature sneaky deal, courtesy of general manager Brian Cashman. In the deal, catcher Gary Sanchez and third baseman Gio Urshela will go to the Minnesota Twins. The Yankees will receive third baseman … Continued
Holy $%&@ Tom Brady is coming back for 2022! You read that right. After announcing his retirement following a disappointing playoff loss, Tom Brady took some time away. He even checked in with another GOAT over the pond this weekend to see how he was doing. View this post on Instagram A post … Continued
Rutgers squeaks into the NCAA Tournament field and will face Notre Dame in a First Four game. Three New Jersey teams make the field.
The Mets keep adding to an already improved pitching staff. The New York Mets made a splash by trading for veteran starter pitcher Chris Bassitt yesterday. Today, general manager Billy Eppler and the team addressed their next main area of concern, the bullpen. They came to an agreement with 36-year old New York native, Adam … Continued
Mets add another arm in the rotation. The New York Mets’ first move post-lock out saw the team acquire 2021 All-Star starting pitcher Chris Bassitt from the Oakland A’s. The return are two players in the Mets’ system: prospect J.T. Ginn and Adam Oller. Bassitt is in the last year of his contract and is … Continued
Blake Martinez will remain in East Rutherford.
The New York Yankees are bracing for a quick Spring Training ahead of Opening Day. Players report to Spring Training on March 13, and the New York Yankees start their game action on March 18. Longtime MLB.com beat writer Bryan Hoch tweeted the upcoming spring schedule. In just 19 days, the Yankees will play 18 … Continued
It’s getting dusty in here… we’re just so happy to have baseball back! On Friday afternoon, Major League Baseball released an overhauled Spring Training schedule. With Opening Day slated for April 7, this is going to be a sprint to get ready and be ready to go. And, again, there are a couple hundred free … Continued
One of the more popular sports broadcasters of all time is headed to the Worldwide Leader.
Jonathan Villar can be a serviceable short-term shortstop for the New York Yankees. Shortstop has been a priority for the New York Yankees all season, and it’s astonishing Jonathan Villar’s name hasn’t come up yet. He doesn’t have the power of Carlos Correa and Trevor Story, nor the elite glove. They’re both likely future Hall … Continued
The latest Caesars Sportsbook college basketball promos are setting the stage for what is going to be a busy March. Conference tournaments are well underway as teams try and snag a bid to the NCAA Tournament. This Caesars Sportsbook college basketball promo is offering new users the chance to cash in on up to $1,100 … Continued
Seriously, spend that money people! I want to spend mine! Thursday was a great day for baseball fans. The lockout ended, a new CBA was in place and we found out we’ll get a full 162-game regular season. That season starts April 7 — less than one month from today. There are still roughly 300 … Continued
The New York Yankees have a hole at shortstop and don’t necessarily need Carlos Correa to fill it. New York Yankees fans have a complicated relationship with free agent Carlos Correa, and it shows. One minute, they’re bashing the terrible, awful, disgusting, cheating Houston Astros and Correa downplaying the scandal. Maybe there’s even a potshot … Continued
Thursday was one of the biggest sports days in a long, long time. Baseball is back, the Nets and Sixers tangled in Philly, and there were conference tournaments galore in college basketball. Thursday was an incredible time to be a sports fan, especially in the New York area. Here’s what we’re watching tonight: NBA: Knicks @ … Continued
When the Mets are able to get back to work at Citi Field… The lockout continues which means the New York Mets‘ roster stands as it has since December 2nd. Although the new-look front office has already made a plethora of moves, there are certainly still holes in a very expensively built roster. So, how … Continued
The Brooklyn Nets put the entire City of Philadelphia in a body bag on Thursday night, crushing the Sixers by 29 points.
Cam Reddish is going to miss the rest of the season with a shoulder separation, but there is one caveat to this diagnosis.
The New York Yankees have a lot to address with the MLB lockout now over. CUE THE MUSIC!!! Tell Grand Concourse the good news. Extend the number of B, D, and 4 trains in service. Shout it from the bottom of the Joker Steps at Shakespeare Avenue all the way up to Katonah Avenue in … Continued
The Giants have restructured the contract of wide receiver Sterling Shepard.
New York against the new CBA? We’re all thrilled that Major League Baseball and the Players were able to come to an agreement on a historic new Collective Bargaining agreement. Finally, baseball is back! The Players executive committee saw the vote from the team reps overwhelmingly in favor. The executive council, however, voted 8-0 against … Continued
We finally have a new CBA! That’s right, baseball fans. We’re going to have Major League Baseball this year! After negotiations lasted well into the early morning hours on Tuesday night/Wednesday morning and both sides agreed to move back yet another MLB-imposed theoretical deadline, the two sides were able to come to an agreement to … Continued
Philadelphia fans are rolling out the red carpet for Ben Simmons before the Nets and Sixers play on Thursday night.
New Yorkers have hit the ground running with online sports betting and Caesars Sportsbook NY is keeping the party going. This week’s offer is the perfect chance for players to go big on college basketball. New Caesars Sportsbook NY users will be able to place their first bets risk-free up to $1,100 this week. This … Continued
Why Mariano Rivera was My Favorite player. Dateline: New York City, October 26, 1996. The New York Yankees are facing the Atlanta Braves in Game 6 of the World Series. Closer and eventual World Series MVP John Wetteland is on the mound, Braves outfielder Marquis Grissom represents the tying run on first base. Wetteland gets Mark Lemke … Continued
Are we getting closer to a new CBA? One of the biggest issues the owners and players have been fighting over in the labor negotiations in baseball over the past week has been the international draft. Owners want it. Players are passionately against it. Rock, meet hard place. After MLB removed two more series from … Continued
That’s Hall of Famer Tiger Woods! Another day, another significant quarterback trade in the NFL. This time, it impacts the NFC East. But… does it help the Giants? We also saw some other interesting player moves around the NFL, including the Seahawks releasing linebacker Bobby Wagner and offensive tackle Alejandro Villanueva retiring. Meanwhile, we’re all … Continued
Todd McShay has a weird prediction for the Giants’ seventh overall pick in his latest mock draft.
Todd McShay believes the Jets should improve the offensive line in the first round.
Syracuse’s Buddy Boeheim is facing a possible suspension after punching Wyatt Wilkes in the second round of the ACC Tournament.
The Mets are reportedly searching for more weapons in their lineup. Once the season resumes, expect several of the current free agents to find a home relatively quick. The New York Mets, like several teams, still have some holes to fill. Luckily, Jon Heyman of MLB Network gave some insight on what exactly the Mets … Continued
“First Take” wasn’t a battle between Stephen A. Smith and Mad Dog. A chair stole the show on Wednesday.
Major League Baseball wants an international draft. Doing it wrong could be a huge mistake. As MLB and the players deliberate on a new collective bargaining agreement, one of the items that’s become a hot button in talks in recent days has been the owners’ desire to implement an international draft. It’s understandable why some … Continued
Why Steve Larmer is My Favorite player. For New York Rangers fans, 1994 was an incredible year. The team had everything they needed to win on the ice, but they had a bumpy road to the Stanley Cup Final. If not for a historic guarantee from Mark Messier that he backed up in iconic fashion, there may … Continued
The freshest DraftKings NY promo is giving away an insane odds boost on any college basketball game for March Madness. With Championship Week well underway, there are plenty of primetime options for sports fans. New players who sign up with this DraftKings NY promo can bet $5 to win $200 in free bets on any … Continued
Julius Randle and his roller-coaster season could all come down to mental health. We need to have a chat about Julius Randle. Again. It’s time to take a look at the New York Knicks and speculate what’s really going on with this team. Again. Time to prepare for another season without playoffs and landing a … Continued