Pretty much everyone in Florham Park has weighed in on Sean Payton’s controversial Jets comments by now. Robert Saleh, Aaron Rodgers, Nathaniel Hackett, et cetera. And that is enough, according to Mike Francesa. The big guy says it is time to stop clapping back at the Broncos coach. “Hackett, Saleh and Rodgers should all shut … Continued
More often than not at ESNY, we’ve discussed Hal Steinbrenner’s positive qualities as owner of the Yankees. Because, in fairness, there are a few. Unlike his father, the late great George, Hal doesn’t throw money at the glorified Band-Aids that are aging players. Not by default at least. Frustrating as longtime general manager Brian Cashman … Continued
The Mets entered 2023 with championship aspirations. At that point, we expected the Mets trade deadline haul to include a bunch of players to help for the stretch run. Instead, it’s mostly prospects and minimal amounts of payroll relief. Since investing $350-plus million into the club hasn’t led to seriously being in contention, at least … Continued
The Yankees have acquired righty reliever Keynan Middleton from the Chicago White Sox, according to ESPN’s Jeff Passan. Middleton, a 29-year-old groundball specialist, posted a 3.96 ERA and 11.64 strikeouts per nine innings (K/9) for Chicago this season. Per Joe LoGrippo of YES, the Yankees sent minor league righty Juan Carela to Chicago in return. … Continued
We’ve gotten used to the Mets going on spending sprees to supplement the roster. But the past few days have been the complete opposite. While we could’ve assumed it was coming after the David Robertson trade, it was glaringly apparent when New York sent Max Scherzer to the Texas Rangers. The veteran right-hander twirled seven … Continued
Mets starting pitcher Justin Verlander has seen his name thrown around in the trade rumor mill quite a bit recently. Will he go to the Dodgers? The Orioles? What about a reunion with the Astros? And once again, how about a reunion with the Astros? After days of speculation, we finally have our answer. The … Continued
The trade rumors have been swirling back and forth around the Mets for the past few days. That’s especially been the case on Tuesday with their lone veteran ace left. Just on Monday, it seemed like the Dodgers were in a prime position to complete a Justin Verlander trade. But now? It could be the … Continued
The MLB trade deadline is hours away. No one expects the Yankees will do much — all the baseball scoopmeisters are using words like “measured” to describe the Bombers’ anticipated approach — which is a fancy word for cheap and underwhelming, of course. And get this: General manager Brian Cashman and owner Hal Steinbrenner might … Continued
As we sit here on Trade Deadline Day, Mets fans have the misfortune of continuing to watch the most expensive team in baseball history get dismantled. How much it gets dismantled is anyone’s guess at this point. If you’re hoping to distract yourself by participating in the Mets Foundation’s Engraved Brick Program, though, just don’t. … Continued
Technically, the Yankees enter August within striking distance of a postseason spot. Despite being 55-51 and occupying last place in the AL East, they’re just 3.5 games out of the final AL Wild Card spot ahead of Tuesday’s action. But things haven’t gone well recently, especially over the last two games. The Orioles and Rays … Continued
As we sit here on Tuesday morning, we’ve finally made it to trade deadline day. Mets trade rumors are running rampant, but not the ones we would’ve expected back in February. Of all the rumors swirling, the biggest ones involve starting pitcher Justin Verlander. UPDATE, 8/1/23 11:55 a.m. EDT: As more rumors fly, it seems … Continued
Aaron Boone keeps trying to put lipstick on a pig. But it rarely works, and it usually ends with the Yankees manager looking and sounding foolish. “He says a lot of crazy things. He says a lot of things that just are not true,” WFAN legend Mike Francesa said on his latest BetRivers podcast while … Continued
Try to follow along here. Domingo Germán was the Yankees’ scheduled starting pitcher Monday against the Rays. He was then scratched about three hours before first pitch due to armpit discomfort (that’s a new one). The Bombers called up Jhony Brito for an emergency start. He got shelled in an eventual 5-1 loss. And then … Continued
The Yankees are in a better place than the Mets with under 24 hours until the MLB trade deadline. But not by much. And it sounds like the Bombers might follow the Amazins’ lead and throw in the towel on this disappointing season, albeit in a different manner. From The Post’s Joel Sherman: In an … Continued
When people start talking about Vince Coleman and Bret Saberhagen in regards to the Mets, things are not good. And that is where Mike Francesa is right now. The WFAN legend teed off Monday as the Amazins wave the white flag and give up on a season that began with great expectations. “They have canceled. … Continued
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On the heels of yet another series defeat, we know the Yankees need some help. But will the AL East’s current last-place team do something significant before Tuesday evening’s trade deadline? The possibility still remains as Yankees trade rumors swirl. But at the moment, it seems like the only plan they’re set on is trying … Continued
Mike Francesa does not expect much from the Yankees with Tuesday’s MLB trade deadline fast approaching. Or for the rest of this disappointing season. “This team has gotten old in bad spots and decayed … and let’s be honest, tell the truth, the Yankees don’t want to spend the money,” the WFAN legend said on … Continued
When reacting to the Max Scherzer trade, Mets first baseman Pete Alonso said it himself. If a future Hall of Famer with a no-trade clause can get dealt, then anything can happen. It’s not like there aren’t already plenty of Mets trade rumors flying around to make someone question their own future. Does this mean … Continued
The Mets’ weekend series against the Nationals started out well, but things went downhill quickly. Not in the win-loss column — they took three of four from Washington. However, they did it while trading away David Robertson and Max Scherzer. It seems like Justin Verlander will stay put. If he doesn’t, it sounds like the … Continued
Face it. The Yankees’ season is all but definitely over. Sunday’s awful showing in a 9-3 loss to first-place Baltimore makes a pretty strong case. It cost New York a key series and kept them in last place in the AL East. A game that may have been winnable if Aaron Judge had been in … Continued
To put it simply, the Yankees are struggling right now. They could use some help prior to the trade deadline. However, it seems like the level of help New York brings in is undetermined because the organization wants to stay below the Steve Cohen Tax line. Meanwhile, manager Aaron Boone is trying to find silver … Continued
As if the recent deals involving David Robertson and Max Scherzer weren’t enough of a sign, the Mets are trade deadline sellers this year. The next couple of days will be interesting as we wait to see who is still in the clubhouse once the dust settles shortly after 6 p.m. EDT on Tuesday. But … Continued
The Yankees got a little stronger on their quick weekend trip to Baltimore because Aaron Judge returned from the injured list. Unfortunately, the Bombers are coming back to the Bronx to host the Rays after losing two of three to the Orioles. Here are the probable pitching matchups at the moment. Well, at least what … Continued
Nearly two weeks ago, we shared news of a report regarding the Yankees’ mindset for the upcoming trade deadline. For fans wanting to see the Bombers go all in and buy, it wasn’t a pretty sight. Here’s part of that article: Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic recently commented on the Yankees’ potential trade-deadline plans. As it currently stands, … Continued
The Astros cheated in 2017. And sure, that malfeasance surely contributed to the Yankees’ inability to win a championship that fall. But Justin Verlander was a far more significant reason why. The Bombers were too cheap and too cute to trade for him. Better to count the luxury tax pennies and roll with Sonny Gray. … Continued
Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers has responded to Sean Payton’s bombshell Nathaniel Hackett comments.
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Steve Cohen is crying uncle and giving up on this failed Mets season. The Amazins have agreed to trade co-ace Max Scherzer to the Rangers, formally waving the white flag despite the very real possibility they could be back at .500 by the middle of next week. Scherzer said he would waive his no-trade clause … Continued
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Yankees captain Aaron Judge has hit his first home run since coming off of the injured list. Facing Orioles righty Tyler Wells, Judge slugged a go-ahead two-run home run that traveled 442 feet. Crush-a-tize me, Cap'n.#AllRise pic.twitter.com/Vf0u17QgEv — New York Yankees (@Yankees) July 30, 2023 It was Judge’s 20th home run of the season. The … Continued
Being a quarterback in the NFL is hard, regardless of the team we’re talking about. But like with most things in pro sports, expectations are a little higher and the criticism gets a little louder in New York. That’s why being the NY Giants quarterback isn’t for the faint of heart. Daniel Jones gave us … Continued
The Mets are undefeated since they decided to start selling, which led to trading closer David Robertson to the Miami Marlins on Thursday. It sounds like starting pitcher Max Scherzer is pissed about it, though. A day after celebrating his 39th birthday, he took the mound Friday at Citi Field against his former club in … Continued
The New York Yankees have activated star outfielder, team captain, and reigning MVP Aaron Judge from the injured list. Judge has missed the last eight weeks recovering from a torn ligament in his toe and returns in time for a critical series against Baltimore. Infielder Oswald Peraza has been optioned to Triple-A to make room … Continued
Mets fans saw a trade happen this week that’d definitely make their heads spin if told about it five years ago. The Cleveland Guardians traded Amed Rosario to the Los Angeles Dodgers in exchange for Noah Syndergaard. Syndergaard, a 2016 All-Star and former Mets ace, has fallen on hard times as he continues trying to … Continued
The NFL preseason is important for lots of reasons. It helps players get their legs underneath them before an 18-week regular season. Position battles are also settled based on a player’s performance during these games. But for established veterans like Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers, it could be a trap when it comes to staying healthy … Continued
Sean Payton has the entire NFL talking on Wednesday. The new Broncos coach’s interview with USA Today was a tour-de-force. He trashed predecessor Nathaniel Hackett, now the Jets’ offensive coordinator. He threw unprovoked shade at Gang Green. And he peddled some Baghdad Bob-esque happy talk about Russell Wilson. The attacks on Hackett and the Jets … Continued
As the August 1st trade deadline approaches, Yankees trade rumors indicate they’ll be buyers for the stretch run. How much will they buy, though? That’ll depend on how things go over the next few days, especially this weekend in Baltimore vs. the Orioles. We know New York is aware of where its payroll stands in … Continued
Are you ready for things to get crazy, folks? Because that’s going to happen as we get closer to August 1st. David Robertson no longer plays for the Mets, but what other Mets trade rumors are flying around? It looks like reigning AL Cy Young Award winner, Justin Verlander, is dealing with them again. There … Continued
The Mets did something on Thursday we haven’t seen much of this season — they snatched victory from the jaws of what looked like a sure defeat vs. the Nationals. Unfortunately, that didn’t prevent New York from trading David Robertson to the Marlins. General manager Billy Eppler netted shortstop Marco Vargas and catcher Ronald Hernandez … Continued
Shaun Morash has become the most polarizing man at WFAN. But Gregg Giannotti has his back. Giannotti and morning show co-host Boomer Esiason fielded another wave of Morash calls Thursday. Almost all involved commentary on how Morash has overpowered hosts Tiki Barber and Evan Roberts — who the station’s new afternoon drive program is named … Continued
The Yankees managed to salvage a Subway Series split with the Mets in the Bronx this week. After a day off on Thursday, they’re set to begin a huge weekend series in Baltimore against the Orioles. Here are the probable pitching matchups. Friday at 7:05 pm ET: Gerrit Cole vs. Grayson Rodriguez Gerrit Cole has … Continued
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Every time it looks like the Mets are about to go on a run, they find a way to bring us back down to Earth. That happened in May with their five-game win streak, as well as in July with their six-game win streak. And then on Tuesday to open up the Subway Series, they … Continued
People around the Jets have been saying it since the moment quarterback Aaron Rodgers stepped foot on the field for OTAs in the spring. His presence has raised the expectations for the entire organization. Not everyone may like it, but that’s exactly what’s happening. Head coach Robert Saleh likened Rodgers to another coach who can … Continued
Giants general manager Joe Schoen pulled off a number of great moves to improve Big Blue’s roster this offseason.
As the Yankees prepare to face the Orioles this weekend, there’s hope outfielder Aaron Judge will be returning from the injured list. Whenever he does, New York could still use another outfielder. It’s too bad top prospect Spencer Jones isn’t ready for the big leagues yet. But whenever he is, one scout thinks he’ll be … Continued
The Mets went into the last edition of the 2023 Subway Series needing every win they could get. New York ended up with one victory and one defeat. Now, they switch boroughs and head home to Citi Field to face the Washington Nationals. Here are the probable pitching matchups at the moment. Thursday at 7:10 … Continued