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John Sterling was the last Yankee

John Sterling was the last Yankee

James Kratch

The memory that rushed into my mind yesterday had nothing to do with a home run call or an on-air flub. It was Oct. 11, 2001. I was a few days away from turning 12. I was in bed, listening to Game 2 of the American League Divisional Series on my radio, WABC’s blowtorch of … Continued

Is the Anthony Volpe experience over?

Josh Benjamin

The New York Yankees finally made their first tough decision of the season after Sunday’s 11-3 victory over Baltimore, pulling shortstop Anthony Volpe off of his rehab assignment and assigning him to the minor leagues. Volpe tore the labrum in his left shoulder last season and played through it before offseason surgery. He hit .250 … Continued

Major Yankee Stadium return on tap this weekend

James Kratch

Yes, Anthony Volpe should be there. But we’re not talking about him. We’re talking about the ice cream that looks like fried chicken. The Mini Dessert “Chicken” Bucket will be back on the menu at the big ballyard in the Bronx starting Friday night when the Yankees open a three-game series against the Orioles, according … Continued

Pete Alonso: I don’t hate Mets for moving on

James Kratch

Pete Alonso will be back in the Big Apple this weekend when the Orioles play the Yankees in the Bronx. The former Mets slugger said he returns to the city without ill will against the Amazins, who let him walk this offseason. Alonso even told The Post he believes the Mets appreciated his contributions “100%.” … Continued

WATCH: Knicks-Hawks fight breaks out in Game 6

James Kratch

https://x.com/espn/status/2050005908147540046 The Knicks are up 61 points as we post this, so we are going to safely say they are through to the second round of the NBA playoffs. But the Hawks at least got a kerfuffle out of what will be an embarrassing Game 6 loss to end their season — the Knicks’ Mitchell … Continued

Luke Weaver: Struggling reliever or simply cooked?

Josh Benjamin

People took notice when the New York Mets gave Luke Weaver, a setup man, a two-year, $22 million contract in free agency. Now, with Weaver posting a 6.00 ERA after blowing the lead in Thursday’s 5-4 loss to Washington, the deal looks like a straight head-scratcher. It’s not as though the veteran righty didn’t deserve … Continued

Mets botch homestand, Struggle Circus now heads west

Josh Benjamin

“This is just the beginning,” Juan Soto told Steve Gelbs on SNY right after his New York Mets topped the Washington Nationals 8-0 on Tuesday, a game in which Soto’s two-run homer capped the scoring. “We’re starting something special right here. We’re trying to go all the way. This is just a little taste of … Continued

Giants’ Dexter Lawrence replacement strategy takes form

James Kratch

It’s a plan. Maybe not an ideal plan, but a plan nonetheless. The Giants have a huge hole in their defensive front after trading disgruntled Pro Bowler Dexter Lawrence to the Bengals. They are working to fill it by committee so far. Big Blue took Auburn’s Bobby Jamison-Travis in the sixth round of last week’s … Continued

Yankees promote RHP Elmer Rodriguez for Wednesday debut

Josh Benjamin

The New York Yankees are about to show off their pitching depth once again as No. 3 prospect Elmer Rodriguez will make his debut in Texas on Wednesday. Aaron Boone annouced Rodriguez’s promotion during his weekly appearance on the “Talkin’ Yanks” podcast. The 22-year-old Rodriguez arrives after a torrid start at Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. He’s 1-2 … Continued

The Mets’ Juan Soto-Alex Rodriguez paradox

Josh Benjamin

In a weird way, Juan Soto and Alex Rodriguez have a lot in common. Both are polarizing former Yankees. Each was/is a once-in-a-generation talent rarely seen in baseball anymore. They both got record contracts for stupid amounts of money before they turned 30. And if things keep playing out as they are, Soto could join … Continued

Mike Francesa explains his podcast hiatus

James Kratch

Everything went according to the big guy’s plan. Mike Francesa was back at work Monday following a 13-day break from his BetRivers podcast. And the WFAN legend laughed off the “rampant” speculation about his condition and whereabouts during the hiatus. “All you crazies on the internet who came up with every possible reason, including my … Continued

Why Jets made NFL draft move for Cade Klubnik

James Kratch

The Jets raised some eyebrows when they expended a good amount of draft capital to trade up for Clemson quarterback Cade Klubnik. Gang Green packaged two fourth-round pick to the Bengals to move up 18 spots in that round (they also landed a sixth-round pick back). But did they really need to make that move? … Continued

The easy way Giants can prove Joe Schoen is safe

James Kratch

The Giants had a good NFL draft and John Harbaugh and Joe Schoen kept their public buddy cop dynamic going on the dais. So cue the reports that all remains cohesive and copacetic in the Meadowlands. From The Post: Through free agency — the Giants signed four players who were with Harbaugh in Baltimore — … Continued

Yankees promote Jasson Dominguez: What to expect from the move

Josh Benjamin

The New York Yankees are calling up former top prospect Jasson Dominguez from the minors ahead of the team’s three-game series with the Texas Rangers starting on Monday. Dominguez was demoted to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre after being the odd man out in New York’s outfield shuffle. Re-signing Cody Bellinger plus Trent Grisham accepting the qualifying offer … Continued

Yankees-Astros is just another anticlimactic rivalry series

Josh Benjamin

We recently discussed how the Yankees-Red Sox rivalry doesn’t carry as much weight with Boston currently sitting in last place, even more after a three-game sweep by the Bronx Bombers. Now, New York heads south to Houston for a weekend at Daikin Park against the not-so-mighty Houston Astros. They’re a -149 moneyline favorite for game … Continued

Mets path forward narrows without Francisco Lindor

Josh Benjamin

The New York Mets just can’t catch a break, even as they’ve won their last two games after losing 12 in a row. Francisco Lindor exited Wednesday’s game with a calf strain and manager Carlos Mendoza said the day after that his star shortstop would be down for “quite a bit.” The Mets made it … Continued

Steve Tisch, Giants have no shame

James Kratch

It should have been a slam-dunk moment for the Giants. Ohio State’s Arvell Reese was not supposed to be available at No. 5. And we can debate — which we will — whether he was the best fit. But the promising pass rusher was there, the Giants pounced and it was all smiles to start … Continued

Dexter Lawrence was really done with the Giants

James Kratch

While it was technically about money … it really was not. In other words: Dexter Lawrence was done with the Giants and Joe Schoen. Anyone who suggests otherwise is just shilling for the embattled general manager. And it is going to be fascinating to see how coach John Harbaugh responds long-term. You can argue the … Continued

Best Cash Out Slots At New Jersey Online Casinos

Drew Ellis

Who doesn’t enjoy a big payout? When combing through the top NJ online casinos, looking for the slot games that will provide the biggest cash outs aren’t a bad place to start. Whether it is the slots with high RTP (Return To Player) percentages, or the games known for having record-setting wins, there’s a lot … Continued

Yankees finally talking alternate uniforms?

Josh Benjamin

The New York Yankees finally joined the 21st century last year when they lifted their decades-old facial hair prohibition, and new uniforms may be next. Per Brendan Kuty of The Athletic, players “recently pitched higher ups” on one simple change: occasionally wear the navy batting practice jerseys on the road. Keep in mind that this … Continued

Another meaningless Yankees-Red Sox series arrives

Josh Benjamin

Remember when the Yankees-Red Sox rivalry was something to look forward to and/or dread each season? ESNY and Pepperidge Farm sure do. It’s April 21, barely a month into the young 2026 MLB season. The Yankees, despite a recent rough stretch, sit atop the AL East following a weekend sweep of the Kansas City Royals. … Continued

Not even Juan Soto can save these New York Mets

Josh Benjamin

Under more ideal circumstances, Juan Soto returning from the injured list in time for the New York Mets’ upcoming homestand would be considered a sigh of relief. Eleven losses in a row later, the most recent to the Cubs in extra innings on Sunday, Soto’s return seems almost uneventful. The Mets now sit 7-15 and … Continued