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Yankees-Mets takeaways: Subway Series split is 2023 microcosm

Aaron Rodgers is officially giving Jets at least 2 seasons

James Kratch

Aaron Rodgers has finalized his long-awaited revamped contract with the Jets. And he is taking a big pay cut for Gang Green, as well as further solidifying his multi-season commitment. Full breakdown on Aaron Rodgers’ new two-year, $75 million fully guaranteed deal: $35 million roster bonus in 4 days $1,838,888 2023 base salary $38,161,1112 2024 … Continued

Read our lips, Justin Verlander isn’t getting traded

Josh Benjamin

Justin Verlander’s first year with the Mets hasn’t quite gone as planned. So much so that the Giants have expressed interest in the future Hall of Famer. Quite the rumor considering the endless Shohei Ohtani speculation. Verlander certainly increased his trade value in his last start too. Against his longtime nemesis Yankees, he pitched six … Continued

FanDuel Mets-Yankees Promo: Bet $5, Get $100 Bonus

Alex Payton

New users can use the FanDuel Mets-Yankees promo to bet on the Subway Series. Register for America’s most popular betting app through our links to unlock this welcome offer. Claim the FanDuel Mets-Yankees promo and make a $5 wager on the game. Win or lose, you will be sent $100 in bonus bets to use … Continued

Who will be Mets manager in 2024? Buck Showalter or field?

Matt Musico

We’ve talked about how disappointing the Mets’ 2023 season has been on these here interweb pages quite a bit over the past few months. Before team owner Steve Cohen held a recent press conference, I wondered when he’d lose patience with this futility. Would it cost Mets manager Buck Showalter, general manager Billy Eppler, or … Continued

Saquon Barkley’s all-important Giants incentives are no layup

James Kratch

Saquon Barkley just quadrupled down on himself. And early indications suggest he faces steep odds to make this gamble pay off. The star running back will report to the Giants after folding and accepting what is basically his already-standing franchise tag tender, plus $900,000 in incentives as a sweetener. The rub for Barkley: If he … Continued

2 rich old guys had bloody fight in Hamptons, Page Six says

James Kratch

Is nothing sacred these days? From Page Six: There was “blood and broken glass” at Le Bilboquet in Sag Harbor when two well-heeled old geezers allegedly got into a brawl. Eyewitnesses tell Page Six that “two guys in their 60s got into a physical altercation and started punching each other” at the upscale eatery, which … Continued

NFL’s star RBs held Zoom call to kvetch about their salaries

James Kratch

Talk about preaching to the choir. From ESPN: Several star NFL running backs took part in a Zoom call Saturday to discuss the depressed market for players at their position. Cleveland Browns running back Nick Chubb confirmed Sunday he participated in the call and said Saquon Barkley, Derrick Henry and Christian McCaffrey also were in … Continued

WATCH: Soccer fans choose MetLife Stadium for preseason brawl practice

James Kratch

https://twitter.com/MP24MP42/status/1683052074815172609 Me going see Bukayo dribble past players on the wing: What I got:#manunited v #arsenal at metlife stadium new york pre season friendly #fights #fight #soccer #football #twitter #metlife pic.twitter.com/XDPkE5n86A — Hooby (@Real_Hooby) July 23, 2023 Arsenal and Manchester United played a Premier League cash grab preseason friendly on Saturday at MetLife Stadium. Man … Continued

Yankees-Royals takeaways: Least-impressive series sweep ever?

Josh Benjamin

The Yankees knew extending a four-game losing streak against the last-place Royals was unacceptable. The Bronx Bombers answered with a resounding series sweep in which they outscored KC, 18-11. Even better, some of New York’s key players are finally swinging the bat well again. Anthony Rizzo finally hit his first home run since May, probably … Continued

WATCH: Yankees’ Anthony Rizzo slugs first home run since May 20

Josh Benjamin

Entering Sunday’s game, 401 players had hit home runs since Anthony Rizzo’s last one against the Reds on May 20. Rizzo finally broke the streak against Kansas City’s Jordan Lyles, launching a solo shot to right field. ANTHONY RIZZO DID IT pic.twitter.com/oDDEiliAv7 — Talkin' Yanks (@TalkinYanks) July 23, 2023 Rizzo also had an RBI double … Continued

Kadarius Toney got hurt 5 minutes into Chiefs training camp

James Kratch

Poor Kadarius Toney. First he gets hacked and now this. Andy Reid said Kadarius Toney "tweaked" his knee returning a kick at start of practice. — Adam Teicher (@adamteicher) July 23, 2023 A less-than-ideal start to the former Giants wide receiver’s first full season with the Chiefs. Toney was a Super Bowl hero for Kansas … Continued

Mike Francesa is dragging Yankees on this fine summer Saturday

James Kratch

Step aside, Manningcast. Watching the Yankees with Mike Francesa’s Twitter page pulled up is the ultimate second-screen experience. The WFAN legend is hammering the Bombers for the umpteenth time this season as they struggle with the Royals on Saturday in the Bronx. Francesa’s missives (from most recent down): Yanks can’t put back to back hits together. … Continued

Joe Benigno rules out full-time WFAN comeback

James Kratch

Joe Benigno worked a full schedule for WFAN last week. But no one should get used to it. A Friday caller — Stan in Westport — told Benigno he hoped his afternoon drive fill-in pairing with producer Tommy Lugauer would get green-lighted as a permanent duo. But Benigno is not interested. “Honestly, and I’ve said … Continued

Yankees’ Jose Trevino out for season with wrist tear

Josh Benjamin

New York Yankees catcher Jose Trevino has a torn ligament in his wrist and is out for the season. He should recover in time for spring training In his place, the Yankees have called up catching prospect Ben Rortvedt from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. Bryan Hoch of MLB.com added that the former All-Star and Gold Glover had … Continued

No one loves a No. 3 receiver like Giants GM Joe Schoen

James Kratch

The Giants have done it again. They have signed yet another veteran supporting cast wide receiver you have heard of. The latest pickup by general manager Joe Schoen: Former Bills slot man and amateur epidemiologist Cole Beasley. NFL Network first reported the signing. Beasley, 34, has ties to head coach Brian Daboll and Schoen from … Continued