New York Yankees name Gerrit Cole Opening Day starter
Yankees manager Aaron Boone made the announcement Monday. Gerrit Cole, the best and highest paid pitcher on the New York Yankees, will start the first game of the 2021 season.
New York Yankees name Gerrit Cole Opening Day starter
Artemi Panarin taking leave in wake of Russian allegations
Rangers superstar fighting allegations of domestic violence from more than 10 years ago, allegations that may be politically motivated. On Monday morning the New York Rangers released a statement acknowledging allegations made in Russian media by a former coach against star forward Artemi Panarin. Panarin is taking a leave of absence from the team as … Continued
New York Giants Free Agency: 3 D-linemen the team could consider
Which defensive linemen are set to be available this offseason? Who could the Giants consider adding to the roster?
New York Knicks 103, Minnesota Timberwolves 99: 3 highlights, 3 observations
Despite blowing a 25-point lead, the New York Knicks were able to hold off the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday night.
New Jersey Devils’ Travis Zajac gets to 1,000
The 35-year-old center has skated in all 1,000 games with the Devils. New Jersey Devils center Travis Zajac has etched his name in franchise history. On Sunday, Zajac skated in his 1,000th career game. As if this accomplishment wasn’t special enough, the 35-year-old has played all 1,000 of his games as a member of the … Continued
New York Yankees 2021 Season Preview: Who fills the bullpen holes?
The New York Yankees lost two key relief arms this offseason. Who can they rely on to step up out of the bullpen in 2021? [sc name=”josh-benjamin-banner” ] Our Yankees 2021 preview series will stay on the mound but we’ll shift our focus from the starting rotation to the bullpen. Under general manager Brian Cashman’s … Continued
New York Mets 2021 Season Preview: How good is the bullpen?
The New York Mets have some serious questions in the bullpen even after making a few moves to improve it this offseason. Our 2021 preview series for the New York Mets continues today. The final part of the roster to discuss is the bullpen. The New York Mets bullpen has been a huge issue for … Continued
2021 Fantasy Baseball Preview: Top 25 relievers
Which relievers will help you save your fantasy team in 2021? The final stop in our 2021 fantasy baseball preview series is the bullpen. The ninth inning was sacred for so many years that fantasy owners became obsessed with identifying which pitchers would pick up the most saves. But as teams have shifted to using … Continued
The New York Knicks need to extend Julius Randle
Julius Randle is having the best season of his career and can opt out of his contract with the New York Knicks at season’s end. [sc name=”josh-benjamin-banner” ] Nobody expected Julius Randle to have a career season with the New York Knicks. You’ll recall that when he signed his contract with the team in 2019, … Continued
2021 Fantasy Baseball Preview: Top 50 starting pitchers
Top tier pitching talent is important in any fantasy league. Who should be the ace of your staff this year? Our 2021 fantasy baseball preview series has walked through all of the batters you’ll need for your upcoming fantasy drafts. The next two steps in our series are on the mound. Today, we look at … Continued
DraftKings Sportsbook Has 100-1 Odds for Michigan vs. Ohio State
DraftKings Sportsbook is geared up for today’s battle between top five teams when bitter rivals Michigan and Ohio State go head-to-head. DraftKings Sportsbook has 100-1 odds on Michigan or Ohio State to make at least one three-pointer during today’s headline matchup. Bettors can wager $1 on the Wolverines or Buckeyes, and if that team sinks … Continued
New York Mets 2021 Season Preview: The starting rotation is elite
The New York Mets are going from one of the worst to one of the best rotations in just one season. Health and some additions play a major role. Our 2021 preview series for the New York Mets continues today. How do you feel about the Mets’ starting rotation? In 2019 the New York Mets … Continued
New York Yankees 2021 Season Preview: Starting pitching is key in 2021
Even with some solid additions, the New York Yankees’ starting rotation is a big question mark behind Gerrit Cole. [sc name=”josh-benjamin-banner” ] Our Yankees 2021 preview series now moves to the heart of the diamond – the mound. Unfortunately, the New York Yankees’ starting rotation heading into 2021 doesn’t look like what fans have grown … Continued
ESNY’s 5 gif reaction to the New York Islanders loss at the Pittsburgh Penguins
Will the Islanders ruin Sid’s party or will they help him celebrate? The New York Islanders, who have fallen victim to Sidney Crosby‘s unfair greatness for years, had the honor of being his opponents in his 1,000th career game. Would they be another reason he celebrates this occasion? Or would they spoil the party? The … Continued
NHL announces schedule change for Devils
The outdoor game’s postponement means Devils will play at 2:00 p.m. The NHL has announced that the Honda NHL Outdoors game between the Philadelphia Flyers and Boston Bruins that was scheduled for 2 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 20, has been pushed to 7:30 p.m. The NHL opted to make this decision due to the weather … Continued
ESNY’s 5 gif reaction to the New Jersey Devils loss versus the Buffalo Sabres
The Devils host the Buffalo Sabres in a Saturday matinee. The New Jersey Devils have looked nothing short of great since returning to play after a COVID-19 outbreak put their season on a lengthy pause. They’re getting their important players like MacKenzie Blackwood, new captain Nico Hischier, Sami Vatanen, and Travis Zajac back, but the … Continued
New York Jets Free Agency: 3 potential EDGE targets
Of the pending free-agent edge rushers, who could the New York Jets consider acquiring ahead of the 2021 season?
Nico Hischier named New Jersey Devils captain
Nico Hischier becomes the youngest captain in the NHL. On Saturday morning the New Jersey Devils named 22-year-old center Nico Hischier the 12th captain in team history. From the kid to The Captain. #MadeInJersey | #NJDevils pic.twitter.com/Q37C1oVgZ3 — New Jersey Devils (@NJDevils) February 20, 2021 Hischier becomes the youngest current captain in the NHL and … Continued
Shannon Forde to be inducted into New York State Baseball HOF
Shannon Forde was a trailblazer for women in baseball. Jay Horwitz announced via Twitter that Shannon Forde will be inducted into the New York State Baseball Hall of Fame. Forde worked alongside Horwitz during her 22-year career with the New York Mets, sadly lost her long fight with breast cancer in May of 2016 at … Continued
The New York Yankees’ All-African American Team
In celebration of Black History Month, let’s look back on the best African-American players to ever don a New York Yankees uniform. [sc name=”josh-benjamin-banner” ] The New York Yankees were a little bit late to the integration party. As a lifelong fan of the team, I feel comfortable saying there was no excuse for why. … Continued
The New York Mets’ All-African American Team
The New York Mets’ short history has more significant African American players than one may realize, including some champions. [sc name=”josh-benjamin-banner” ] Having debuted in 1962, the New York Mets never had to weather baseball’s integration storm. It was well-established by their first season, so it wasn’t really up for debate. And as any Mets … Continued
New York Yankees 2021 Season Preview: Setting goals for the outfielders
All three of the New York Yankees’ starting outfielders are entering 2021 with lots to prove to themselves and the fans. [sc name=”josh-benjamin-banner” ] As our Yankees 2021 preview series continues we now leave the infield to discuss the group of men tasked with patrolling the outfield. And what is clear: the New York Yankees … Continued
New York Mets 2021 Season Preview: Big offense, little defense in the OF
The New York Mets will have one of the best offensive outfields in MLB, but it comes at a cost. The defense is among the worst in the league. Our 2021 preview series for the New York Mets continues today. We completed our trip around the infield, so now let’s turn our attention to the … Continued
2021 Fantasy Baseball Preview: Top 50 Outfielders
There’s a lot of exciting talent roaming outfields in the majors right now. How should you approach the position in your fantasy draft? We have considered the entire infield this week as you prep for your fantasy baseball leagues this year. The next stop in our 2021 fantasy baseball preview series is an incredibly deep … Continued
Early New York Giants CB2 options for 2021 season
Who will man the New York Giants’ cornerback spot opposite James Bradberry next season? At the moment, there are a few options.
2021 Fantasy Baseball Preview: Top 10 Designated Hitters
You don’t get fantasy points for defense, right? These guys will only hit and that’s all you need. Before we examine the top outfielders for your fantasy draft this year, there’s one more spot in American League lineups to consider. The next stop in our 2021 fantasy baseball preview series is the designated hitter. 1. … Continued
Brett Gardner returns to New York Yankees on 1-year deal
Brett Gardner will now likely finish his MLB career with the only team he’s ever known. [sc name=”josh-benjamin-banner” ] Brett Gardner and the New York Yankees are in agreement on a one-year, $4 million contract, according to Ken Davidoff of The New York Post. The #Yankees and Brett Gardner have agreed on a deal pending physical, … Continued
Mets Sign Free Agent Pitcher Taijuan Walker (Report)
The New York Mets have reportedly added another veteran pitcher to their arsenal of arms. News coming out of Port Saint Lucie this morning. According to MLB.com’s Anthony DiComo, the Mets have reportedly come to terms with free agent pitcher Taijuan Walker on a two-year $20 million contract with a player option for the potential … Continued
FanDuel Michigan Has a Huge Risk-Free Bet For Loaded Weekend of Action
FanDuel Michigan Sportsbook is the place to wager on a busy sports calendar this weekend. FanDuel Michigan Sportsbook is ready for a big weekend of basketball and hockey action with a variety of betting specials, odds boosts and a $1,000 risk-free first bet. Ahead of a loaded weekend of sporting events, FanDuel Michigan is switching … Continued
New York Giants are reportedly committed to Daniel Jones, as they should be
Daniel Jones is the New York Giants starting quarterback moving forward, even after an underwhelming sophomore campaign.
New York Yankees 2021 Season Preview: Gio Urshela a true underdog story
Gio Urshela’s career with the New York Yankees hasn’t been long, but he’s done plenty already to endear himself to the fans. [sc name=”josh-benjamin-banner” ] Our Yankees 2021 preview series continues today with a discussion about the situation at third base. Show me a New York Yankees fan who doesn’t like Gio Urshela, and I’ll … Continued
New York Mets 2021 Season Preview: Is third base a weakness?
Do the Mets need to upgrade at the hot corner? Or is J.D. Davis ready to take his game to another level? Our 2021 preview series for the New York Mets now continues around the infield, finishing at the hot corner. Third base has been a problem area for the New York Mets the last … Continued
2021 Fantasy Baseball Preview: Top 20 Third Basemen
One of the strongest offensive positions, third base has some bombers to help you win this year. The next stop in our 2021 fantasy baseball preview series is the hot corner. Third base is loaded with fantasy potential. There will be some players, like Vladimir Guerrero, Jr., who won’t appear in our rankings here because … Continued
ESNY’s 5 gif reaction to the New York Rangers win at the Philadelphia Flyers
Will the return of some players help the Rangers break out of a rough slump? The New York Rangers have seen better days. They’ve been ravaged by injury and came into Thursday’s game against the Philadelphia Flyers on a four-game losing streak. In Tuesday’s abominable loss to a New Jersey Devils team that hadn’t played … Continued
Carson Wentz traded to Colts, what it means for a potential Sam Darnold trade
The Philadelphia Eagles have traded quarterback Carson Wentz to the Eagles. In exchange, they’ve received multiple picks.
Deshaun Watson knows a trade to Jets would prevent a significant rebuild in Florham Park
Deshaun Watson still wants out of Houston. However, the Jets trading for him would leave them with limited capital to rebuild.
Giants RB Saquon Barkley calls ACL tear “weakest moment of my life”
Saquon Barkley spoke on his 2020 season-ending ACL tear in a recent conversation with boxing legend Mike Tyson.
3 Player Prop Bets for Nets vs. Lakers (February 18, 2021)
Player prop picks and predictions with full analysis for the Nets vs. Lakers NBA regular season matchup played on February 18, 2021.
Giants, Jets in different financial situations as NFL sets new salary cap floor
The NFL has officially set a new salary cap minimum for the upcoming 2021 league year. The floor is now $180 million.
How will the Giants address the RT position in 2021?
The New York Giants may possess a dilemma on their hands when it comes to the right tackle position next season.
New York Jets 2021 free-agent CB options
The New York Jets might have a noteworthy void to fill at the cornerback position ahead of the 2021 campaign.
New York Mets 2021 Season Preview: Francisco Lindor changes everything
The Mets needed an upgrade at shortstop. In Francisco Lindor, they added one of the best in the game. Our trip around the diamond continues as our 2021 preview series for the New York Mets takes a look at shortstop. The New York Mets have had one of the worst shortstop situations in baseball for the … Continued
New York Yankees 2021 Season Preview: Is Gleyber Torres on a short leash in New York?
After being out of game shape in 2020, it’s not crazy to think Gleyber Torres might now be on a short leash with the New York Yankees. [sc name=”josh-benjamin-banner” ] Our Yankees 2021 preview series moves on today. After looking at the situations behind the plate, first and second base, let’s now turn our attention … Continued
2021 Fantasy Baseball Preview: Top 20 Shortstops
Mr. Smile will bring excitement to short for the New York Mets this season. As we continue our 2021 fantasy baseball preview series, we stay in the middle of the diamond but move over to short. If you haven’t heard, the 2021-22 free agent class at shortstop could be historically loaded. With some of the … Continued
ESNY’s 5 gif reaction to the New York Knicks vs. Orlando Magic
The New York Knicks looked to extend their winning streak to four and also get back to .500 in the standings. [sc name=”josh-benjamin-banner” ] Fresh off a 44-point outing from likely All-Star snub Julius Randle, the New York Knicks weren’t yet satisfied. Sure, the three-game winning streak was nice, but the team has played well … Continued
The Tim Tebow Experiment has come to an end
For the past few years, baseball and football fans alike have wondered: Why is Tim Tebow still playing baseball? Despite his inability to hit proficiently above the AA level, Tim Tebow was committed to being an addition to the New York Mets organization. Now, three years later, the 2007 Heisman Trophy winner has announced his … Continued
New York Rangers defenseman Jacob Trouba out 4-6 weeks
The Rangers have fallen victim to yet another significant injury. The New York Rangers can’t catch a break. On Wednesday, it was revealed that defenseman Jacob Trouba had broken his thumb during Tuesday night’s game against the New Jersey Devils and would miss 4-6 weeks. Trouba didn’t come out for the third period of Tuesday … Continued
New York Mets desperately need to turn over a new leaf
Another report of a Mets employee being let go because of off-field discretions has fans wanting more, better from the organization. On Wednesday morning The Athletic reported that now former New York Mets hitting coordinator, Ryan Ellis was fired “quietly” last month. His removal from the team came at around the same time Jared Porter … Continued