Local product Jeremy Ruckert is breaking out for Ohio State
Long Island native Jeremy Ruckert is a key piece for Ohio State as they look to upset Alabama and win the National Championship.
Local product Jeremy Ruckert is breaking out for Ohio State
New York Giants Free Agency: Backup quarterback options for 2021
Who will ultimately back up New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones in what will be his third season in the league?
DJ LeMahieu reportedly unhappy with Yankees, open to leaving
The New York Yankees and DJ LeMahieu still haven’t agreed to a new deal. And LeMahieu is reportedly unhappy with the Yankees’ inaction. DJ LeMahieu, like a majority of 2020 free agents, remains unsigned midway through January. And according to Tim Brown of Yahoo Sports, a source close to LeMahieu’s family says that the reigning … Continued
Strength in Depth: Mets rotation should be among NL best
“Mr. Smile” stole the show, but don’t sleep on the impact “Cookie” will have on the rest of the Mets’ pitching staff. On Thursday, the New York Mets acquired superstar shortstop Francisco Lindor and starting pitcher Carlos Carrasco from the Cleveland Indians in the biggest trade of what has been a quiet offseason. Arguably the … Continued
ESNY’s 5 gif reaction to the New York Knicks vs. Denver Nuggets
The Denver Nuggets dominated the New York Knicks from start to finish. Here’s the story of the game in gif form.
New Jersey Devils re-sign Jesper Bratt to two-year deal
The RFA has been re-signed to a $5.5 million deal. The 2020-21 regular season is just days away, but that’s not stopping the New Jersey Devils from continuing to make moves. On Sunday evening, the Devils announced that they had re-signed restricted free agent left winger Jesper Bratt to a two-year, $5.5 million deal that … Continued
New York Islanders place Josh Ho-Sang on waivers
This move comes after Ho-Sang was surprisingly left off the team’s training camp roster. It looks like the New York Islanders might try to cut ties with Josh Ho-Sang again. On Sunday, the Islanders placed the soon-to-be 25-year-old right winger on waivers. There's a massive group of players on the NHL waiver wire today, including … Continued
New York Jets Head Coach candidate: Brandon Staley
The New York Jets are on the hunt for their head coach. Could the Los Angeles Rams young defensive mind Brandon Staley be the answer? Brilliant young coaches always deserve an interview. The New York Jets brought in Joe Brady, the young offensive mind from the Panthers for one on Saturday. On Sunday, they’re bringing … Continued
New York Jets Head Coach candidate: Joe Brady
The New York Jets are on the hunt for their next head coach. Could their choice be a young offensive mastermind? [sc name=”kyle-newman-banner” ] When the New York Jets brought in Adam Gase they believed they were getting an offensive genius. Chris Johnson even went so far as to publicly call Gase a genius earlier this … Continued
New Jersey Devils goaltender Corey Crawford announces retirement
The two-time Stanley Cup champion is hanging up his skates after 10 years in the NHL. With just a few days left before the 2020-21 season begins, the New Jersey Devils are in need of a backup netminder. On Saturday, goaltender Corey Crawford announced his retirement from the game after a 10-year NHL career. https://www.nhl.com/devils/news/news-corey-crawford-retires-from-nhl/c-320154884 … Continued
New York Islanders re-sign superstar center Mathew Barzal
After a wait, the talented young centerman has re-signed to stay on Long Island. It began to seem as though center Mathew Barzal and the New York Islanders might not come to an agreement in terms of a contract. The 23-year-old hadn’t been signed and even though he was on the Islanders’ training camp roster, … Continued
Colin Cowherd’s Blazing 5 Picks: NFL Wild Card Round
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Colin Cowherd has released his “Blazing 5 Picks” ahead of a jam-packed slate of NFL Wild Card Playoff games. Colin Cowherd has made his picks and predictions for NFL Wild Card Weekend action. These are his against the spread picks. Get +500 odds on the Seahawks to score at least once today in NJ right … Continued
ESNY’s 5 gif reaction to the New York Knicks vs. Oklahoma City Thunder
The New York Knicks went for a third straight win versus the Oklahoma City Thunder. Let’s let the gifs tell the full story. [sc name=”josh-benjamin-banner” ] The Tom Thibodeau magic is working for the New York Knicks. The team has not had this much of a winning record in eight years. Patrick Ewing was probably … Continued
Revenue vs. Jobs: NY online sports betting can do both
Governor Andrew Cuomo and state lawmakers both want to bring online sports betting to NY, but they disagree on how.
New York Jets Head Coach candidate: Robert Saleh
The New York Jets are on the hunt for their next head coach. Robert Saleh was the mind behind the 49ers’ elite defense, but is he, right for the Jets? When teams move on from their head coach they almost always follow one simple rule: hire the exact opposite archetype as the guy you fired. … Continued
Julius Randle’s early success could cost the Knicks
Julius Randle is having a career season, making it time the New York Knicks and his agent talk money. [sc name=”josh-benjamin-banner” ] Don’t look now, but Julius Randle is having an MVP-caliber season. It’s easy for New York Knicks fans to miss him. After all, the team has hyped the RJ Barrett Express to high … Continued
Corey Crawford taking an indefinite leave from New Jersey Devils
Veteran goaltender signed two-year deal in the offseason to bring championship experience to the Devils’ roster. The New Jersey Devils announced on Friday morning that veteran goaltender Corey Crawford is stepping away from the team for personal reasons. #NEWS: We have released a statement regarding Corey Crawford: pic.twitter.com/2g6HSVh3kW — New Jersey Devils (@NJDevils) January 8, … Continued
2020-21 World Junior Hockey Championship: New York Rangers prospects
Four New York Rangers prospects in the World Juniors showed that the future’s bright in New York. In this third and final recap of the 2021 World Junior Championships covering prospects of the Rangers, Islanders and Devils, let’s take a look at how the future Blue Shirts did. The New York Rangers organization was represented by … Continued
ESNY Staff Picks for NFL Wild Card Weekend
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Wild Card Weekend features six games this year! The NFL expanded the 2021 postseason to 14 teams, providing only the top seed in the NFC and AFC with a bye during the wild card. That means we get six games this weekend – three on Saturday and three more on Sunday. It’s football pandemonium! Because … Continued
New York Giants Offseason: Top positions of need heading into 2021
What positions on the roster do the New York Giants need to improve ahead of an extremely important 2021 season?
Brooklyn Nets PG Kyrie Irving to miss game, return unknown (Report)
Kyrie Irving will unexpectedly miss Thursday’s game for personal reasons. His return to the Brooklyn Nets is unknown at this time.
2021 NHL Regular Season Betting Totals: There’s Value on Rangers
As the NHL Regular Season soon gets underway, most sportsbooks in the U.S have released their numbers for Season Point Totals. Below is a closer look at the 2020-2021 NHL season point totals for every team. There is some slight variance with a few teams between the different books, including DraftKings Sportsbook and FanDuel Sportsbook, … Continued
New York Giants cut RB Devonta Freeman (Report)
The Devonta Freeman era in East Rutherford was short-lived. On Thursday, the New York Giants cut the veteran running back.
New York Mets World Series odds jump after Francisco Lindor trade
Take a look at the World Series odds for the New York Mets following the blockbuster deal for Francisco Lindor and Carlos Carrasco.
Where does Francisco Lindor acquisition rank in Mets trade history?
Francisco Lindor one of the biggest stars every acquired by the New York Mets. On Thursday the New York Mets were the talk of the town. In the first blockbuster deal of the Steve Cohen era, the Mets traded four players to the Cleveland Indians for superstar shortstop Francisco Lindor and starting pitcher Carlos Carrasco. … Continued
Mr. Smile to the Big Apple! Mets acquire Francisco Lindor
The New York Mets have acquired superstar Francisco Lindor in the first mega deal of the Steve Cohen era. The New York Mets have acquired superstar shortstop Francisco Lindor from the Cleveland Indians in a six-player deal. The Mets will also receive starting pitcher Carlos Carrasco in exchange for four players. Welcome to New York! … Continued
NY online sports betting could reach $12.5B in handle by 2025
Online sports betting in NY has the potential to bring in enormous amounts of tax revenue, but the plan forward is still unclear.
Where is Corey Crawford?
The New Jersey Devils’ new goaltender hasn’t been at practice yet. Two-time Stanley Cup champion goaltender Corey Crawford was brought in to provide championship experience to the New Jersey Devils‘ roster. But he hasn’t joined the team on the ice yet. Even though MacKenzie Blackwood figured to be the number one netminder entering the 2021 … Continued
No Sugano Tonight? Free agent ace could choose Japan over MLB
With Tomoyuki Sugano’s 5 PM deadline fast approaching he appears more likely to choose a return to the Yomiuri Giants over the New York Mets and MLB. When Ken Rosenthal first reported that Tomoyuki Sugano had a contract offer on the table from the Yomiuri Giants it seemed like a desperate last gasp effort. It … Continued
2020-21 World Junior Hockey Championship: New York Islanders prospects
We didn’t learn much from the Isles’ two prospects in the WJC. With only two players in the tournament, the New York Islanders didn’t have great representation in the 2020-21 World Junior Hockey Championship. With only two teams to watch, were fans pleased and/or excited watching two potential future Islanders at the WJC? Let’s take … Continued
New York Giants 2020 Player Grades: Evaluating Big Blue’s defense
Patrick Graham turned the New York Giants defense around in 2020, but how well did each of the players do individually?
2020-21 World Junior Hockey Championship: New Jersey Devils prospects
The Devils’ six prospects fared quite well in the high-profile tournament. The 2020-21 World Junior Hockey Championship has come to an end, with Team USA bringing home the gold. The New Jersey Devils were represented by a significant number of prospects (six, to be exact) from multiple countries. Overall, the organization has a great deal … Continued
ESNY’s 5 gif reaction to the New York Knicks vs. Utah Jazz
The New York Knicks are the comeback kids once again. After falling behind early to the Jazz, they staged a furious second-half surge. [sc name=”danny-small-banner” ] Brace yourselves — the New York Knicks might actually be pretty good this year. They entered Wednesday with two wins over playoff teams and added a third following a … Continued
Governor Cuomo set to use lottery to facilitate NY online sports betting?
Governor Andrew Cuomo wants the lottery to run NY online sports betting. What does this mean for the state and its bettors?
Old school Tom Thibodeau paying early dividends for the Knicks
The New York Knicks are off to a hot start and Tom Thibodeau’s old school, unorthodox ways are working to a tee. [sc name=”danny-small-banner” ] It looked like the New York Knicks were destined for another losing season after losing their first two games. But Tom Thibodeau said, “not so fast.” The Knicks have won … Continued
New York Jets Head Coach candidate: Eric Bieniemy
Kansas City’s Eric Bieniemy has already interviewed for the New York Jets once. Will they hire him this time around? Way back in 2018 – two short years ago – the New York Jets moved on from head coach Todd Bowles. Bowles had been the head coach for four seasons, but the Jets were looking … Continued
Saquon Sticking Around: John Mara expects Barkley to be with Giants ‘for a very long time’
John Mara held a media press conference on Wednesday and expressed his desire for Saquon Barkley to remain a long-term piece.
Wanna bet? NY Governor Andrew Cuomo ready for online sports betting
Governor Andrew Cuomo reverses stance on NY online sports betting after years of opposition to the measure.
New York Giants 2020 Player Grades: Evaluating Big Blue’s offense
The New York Giants offense wasn’t stellar under Jason Garrett this past season, and neither are many of the player grades.
ESNY’s 5 gif reaction to the Brooklyn Nets vs. Utah Jazz
The Brooklyn Nets put together a flawless performance against the Utah Jazz on Tuesday and Kyrie Irving was right in the middle of it all.
New York Giants DC Patrick Graham signs extension with team (Report)
Defensive coordinator Patrick Graham has reportedly signed an extension and will remain with the New York Giants in 2021.
Cardboard Rangers supporting NWHL bubble season
The NWHL is headed to Lake Placid, and a few familiar faces will be in the stands. Between Jan. 23 and Feb. 5, the National Women’s Hockey League (NWHL) will play its sixth season and the 2021 Isobel Cup Playoffs in their bubble at the Herb Brooks Arena in Lake Placid, N.Y. Six teams will … Continued
Yes, the New York Yankees should sign Yasiel Puig
The Yankees are reportedly one of several teams interested in “The Wild Horse.” According to Mark Feinsand, the New York Yankees are one of the teams expressing an interest in veteran outfielder Yasiel Puig. Yasiel Puig is drawing interest from multiple teams, per sources. Red Sox, Yankees, Astros, Marlins and Orioles appear to have varying … Continued
Report: Islanders, Matt Martin agree on multi-year extension
Martin, 31, will now likely finish his career with the New York Islanders. In his weekly “31 Thoughts” column at SportsNet, Elliotte Friedman shared that “Matt Martin’s extension hasn’t been announced, but word is that it’s a bit of a surprise — reflective of the loyalty the Islanders feel to him.” Arthur Staple followed that … Continued
Giant Needs: Where the G-Men Must Improve in 2021
The New York Giants franchise certainly improved both on and off the field in 2020. However, the team still has much to resolve.
Garrett Goodbye? Los Angeles Chargers request interview with Giants’ Offensive Coordinator
The Chargers are interested in having New York’s offensive coordinator fill their vacant head coach position. New York Giants offensive coordinator Jason Garrett’s one year stint with the team might just be that. Per Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, the Los Angeles Chargers have requested to interview Garrett for their currently vacant head coach job. … Continued
New York Giants HC Joe Judge blasts Eagles after debacle vs. Washington
The Eagles benched Jalen Hurts for Nate Sudfeld, causing their chances of beating Washington to vanish. Joe Judge thus spoke on the matter.
ESNY’s 5 gif reaction to the New York Knicks vs. Atlanta Hawks
Let’s take a stroll down gif lane to see how the New York Knicks handled their business against Atlanta on Monday. [sc name=”josh-benjamin-banner” ] The New York Knicks are 4-3 and looking better than ever. No, that is not a misprint. No, you are not crazy and living in Bizarro World. After a stunning upset … Continued