When the Yankees finally designated struggling outfielder Aaron Hicks for assignment last month, it was hard to find any fans upset about it. The general feeling was relief that it finally happened. This relationship just wasn’t working out anymore. Hicks had been struggling to some degree with the Yankees since 2019, and it came to … Continued
Hitting .033 in June is a slump so bad that it’s enough to put the guy laboring through it off his food. In this case, that player is Anthony Rizzo. The Yankees’ beloved first baseman hasn’t been the same since injuring his neck last month. One hit in 30 June at-bats makes his slide seem … Continued
Saquon Barkley’s suggestion he could sit out the upcoming season — which is obviously nonsensical — was the big headline. But that was not the critical moment of his Sunday night grievance-airing with the Giants press corps. Barkley lamented “misleading” reports he said painted him as “greedy.” He denied a desire to reset the running … Continued
The Tuna is in town. Daboll said Bill Parcells will be in attendance at today’s practice. — Dan Duggan (@DDuggan21) June 13, 2023 Bill Parcells chatting with Brian Daboll and Joe Schoen out at Giants practice https://t.co/5jTjCl84g1 pic.twitter.com/OMPhHZ75m4 — Charlotte Carroll (@charlottecrrll) June 13, 2023
The Yankees are preparing to play the Mets in the first installment of the 2023 Subway Series this week at Citi Field. It’s unfortunate, though, because both Pete Alonso and Aaron Judge won’t be playing since they’re each on the injured list. But that doesn’t mean Judge isn’t still putting in work. Oswaldo Cabrera appeared … Continued
It’s now been a few weeks since the Jets finally made their trade for quarterback Aaron Rodgers official. We’ve seen him on the field at OTAs for Gang Green while wearing a Jets helmet and connecting on passes with Garrett Wilson and friends. But still, some Jets fans may not believe their eyes. Head coach … Continued
Mets first baseman Pete Alonso just went on the injured list for only the second time in his big-league career. He’s been a consistent presence in New York’s lineup since debuting in 2019. While he should be back on the field in a few weeks, what about his long-term future in New York? Alonso and … Continued
This isn’t how people envisioned the first installment of the 2023 Subway Series to start, now did they? The Mets return home after a depressing 1-5 road trip. While the Yankees are in a much better place overall, they just lost a series to the Red Sox without much offense to offer themselves as Aaron … Continued
Give Frank “The Tank” Fleming this: If he will say it on the internet, he will also say it in person. The combustible Barstool Sports personality and Mets fan made an appearance at slugger Pete Alonso’s charity event for his foundation Monday in Huntington. And Fleming had no problem mixing things up while on stage with Alonso … Continued
The Yankees are a better team on paper than their rival Boston Red Sox even without star player Aaron Judge. Unfortunately for New York, Boston took full advantage of that. The Bronx Bombers’ collective slump continued while the Red Sox played spoiler, taking two of three at Yankee Stadium. It just goes to show that … Continued
The Mets are making it a habit of signing ex-Yankees to minor-league deals this year. Gary Sanchez was first, and now it’s Luke Voit: We’ve signed first baseman Luke Voit to a minor league contract. He will join the Syracuse Mets and be active tomorrow. pic.twitter.com/IER9avA4kF — New York Mets (@Mets) June 12, 2023 Voit … Continued
It’s not time to fire up “Brass Bonanza” yet. But it does sound like there is a tad more substance behind the latest push to bring the Whalers back to Hartford. Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont told WTNH-TV in New Haven he has a group ready to buy the Arizona Coyotes and move them to town. Lamont … Continued
The Yankees are without slugger Aaron Judge for a prolonged period of time because of his toe injury after breaking the outfield wall at Dodger Stadium. That’s bad news for any team, but especially the Bombers. While he was named the American League MVP after last year’s historic season, his presence is even more important … Continued
With its most current May sports betting totals reported, New York online sports betting has officially topped $1 billion in tax revenue since the state’s online sports betting launch in January 2022. The New York State Gaming Commission reported the Empire State took in more than $77.5 million in online sports betting taxes this past … Continued
The video everyone has been asking for. No, a foul ball cannot stop John Sterling from calling a Yankees win 💪 #SterlingCam pic.twitter.com/avHu9w6XfY — WFAN Sports Radio (@WFAN660) June 11, 2023 What a video. In case you have been living in a cave: Yankees radio play-by-play voice John Sterling took a foul ball to the … Continued
Giants running back Saquon Barkley, in the midst of a contract dispute, says he could sit out the season. Which is obviously just a negotiating tactic.
Aaron Judge is out recovering from his sprained toe, and his teammates’ effort against the Red Sox this weekend reflected just how much he means to the Yankees. New York lost two of three to hated Boston in what was probably the most uninspired performance of the season. The pitching did all it could to … Continued
After getting swept by the Toronto Blue Jays to finish their most recent homestand, all eyes were on what the Mets would do with their ensuing six-game road trip. Spoiler alert: it wasn’t good. And Mets fans are starting to let their frustration boil over — even while they watch their team play in person. … Continued
It’s taken longer than anyone originally expected, but starting pitcher Carlos Rodon is continuing to inch toward making his Yankees debut. The next phase of his rehab process came on Sunday afternoon at Yankee Stadium with another round of live batting practice. Rodon faced a handful of players during this session. One included a rehabbing … Continued
The Mets just finished one of the most uninspiring six-game road trips you’ll ever see. It included a 1-5 record after getting swept by the Atlanta Braves in excruciating fashion, followed by losing two of three to the Pittsburgh Pirates. So, does that mean change is on the horizon? Could it mean that top prospect … Continued
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We try to keep things PG here, but in this case we must make an exception. John Sterling is a fucking warrior. The Yankees’ radio play-by-play voice took a foul ball off his head in the ninth inning of the Bombers’ 3-1 win over the Red Sox on Saturday night in the Bronx. And then … Continued
His last couple of outings notwithstanding, David Robertson has done a great job as the Mets’ closer this year. However, there’s been a tremendously large Edwin Diaz-sized hole in manager Buck Showalter’s bullpen since his World Baseball Classic injury. Could that hole be filled by his brother, Reds closer Alexis Diaz? That would be an … Continued
Max Scherzer and Justin Verlander have been put on notice. The tanking Mets have no hope for a turnaround if their pair of aging aces do not regain their form, according to WFAN legend Mike Francesa. “If Verlander and Scherzer are not going to do it, nothing is going to work,” Francesa said on his … Continued
The Mets had better put their hard hats on if they want to listen to Mike Francesa’s latest podcast. The big guy hammered the Amazins after they were swept by the Braves in Atlanta — capped by Thursday’s meltdown loss in extra innings — and left “bloodied on the side of the road on the … Continued
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The Chicago White Sox arrived in New York and played the Yankees under some smoky skies. The air quality was bad enough Wednesday that the game was postponed, the sky itself looking ablaze. The sad part is the Big Apple’s orange atmosphere was more fiery than the Yankees’ bats all series. The White Sox took … Continued
Former Yankees skipper Joe Girardi has been an unemployed manager for a full calendar year now. But, he’s not just going to take any opportunity that comes his way, ya know. Almost exactly a year ago, the Philadelphia Phillies fired Girardi after a disappointing 22-29 start to the 2022 season. Of course, Philly eventually turned … Continued
The Mets are heading to Pittsburgh after going 0-for-Atlanta (again). But hey, they shouldn’t worry because manager Buck Showalter is still proud of them. In each of the three games New York played against the Braves this week, they had a multi-run lead. And on all three occasions, Atlanta came back to win. If you’re … Continued
The Mets just finished off an awful showing in Atlanta against the Braves. But before they even take the field at PNC Park Friday against the Pirates, fans are already exasperated about something totally new. And, it has to do with Pete Alonso. New York’s first baseman exited Wednesday night’s game in the first inning … Continued
The Mets finally get to leave Truist Park and Atlanta in general. They’re now headed to Pittsburgh to face a surprising Pirates squad that’s performed above expectations so far this season. Here are the probable pitching matchups at the moment. Friday at 7:05 p.m. ET: Tylor Megill vs. Rich Hill Tylor Megill is hoping to … Continued
It’s taken more than two months, but one of the best rivalries in sports gets renewed this weekend in the Bronx. That’s right — the Yankees and Red Sox will finally go head-to-head for the first time in 2023. New York has the upper hand in this matchup all-time, and it was more of the … Continued
The “Mike and the Mad Dog” reunion on “ESPN First Take” back in February was a dud. And, like many, Christopher Russo places the blame on Tom Brady’s retirement announcement that day. Doggie said Brady’s breaking decision to hang it up “absolutely” derailed Mike Francesa’s much-anticipated audience with him and Stephen A. Smith. “That hurt … Continued
Hey, guess what? The Mets are scuffling again. It’s similar to all the previous struggles they’ve endured throughout the first couple of months of the 2023 season. But it’s feeling a little different now that Memorial Day has passed and we’re approaching the middle of June. There seems to be a lack of urgency — … Continued
The Yankees got smoked out on Wednesday. But Carlos Rodón did not! The Bombers’ big-money southpaw — who has yet to pitch this season — had a successful live bullpen outing as he continues his rehab after a back issue. From NJ.com: With owner Hal Steinbrenner, general manager Brian Cashman and more looking on from … Continued
Wednesday night’s game between the Mets and Braves followed almost an identical script to the day prior. And, for some reason, Daniel Vogelbach is still around for it all. New York jumped out to a 4-1 lead over Atlanta, even without Pete Alonso in the lineup. Max Scherzer looked to be cruising, as he’d eventually … Continued
Lionel Messi is coming to MLS. And while no one knows for sure when the world’s greatest soccer player will suit up for Inter Miami, educated guesses indicate he’ll arrive in August. And look at that: Red Bull New York is scheduled to host Inter Miami on Aug. 26 at Red Bull Arena in Harrison. … Continued
The Yankees tried their best to avoid the inevitable, but it happened this week. After Aaron Judge broke the outfield wall at Dodger Stadium, he was forced to hit the injured list with a sprained toe. It’s already Judge’s second time on the IL this season. Now, the next question is: How long will the … Continued
We’re two months into the 2023 MLB season and, safe to say, the Anthony Volpe experiment hasn’t gone as planned. The Yankees’ young shortstop was practically crowned from the start. The chosen one from Watchung, New Jersey. He was Derek Jeter’s heir apparent, but with more power, and the numbers supported it. Volpe hit 21 … Continued
UPDATE, 6/7/23 AT 8:36 p.m. ET: Mets fans can breathe a sigh of relief. After exiting in the first inning, Pete Alonso was seen back in New York’s dugout a few innings later. SNY’s Steve Gelbs provided the good news, as well. Alonso’s X-rays came back negative and he has a contusion (a bone bruise). … Continued
The former president of the current itineration of the USFL has a new venture. And it manages to combine two of the least-successful ideas in sports business — spring football and elite breakaway competition. From Front Office Sports: USFL founder and former president Brian Woods is launching Prep Super League, a six-week spring high school … Continued
Aaron Judge is back on the injured list with a bum toe, and enter former MVP Josh Donaldson from stage right. You’d never know it, but the Bringer of Rain must have seen New York’s smoky skies and taken some extra swings in the cage. Donaldson has three home runs since returning from the injured … Continued
Baseball is a humbling game. Right when you think you’re at the top, something happens to bring you back down a peg. After making comments last winter about Yankees starting pitcher Gerrit Cole being “the biggest cheater in baseball history”, that’s happened to Alek Manoah. The Blue Jays’ right-hander had a terrific 2022 campaign. He … Continued
If you pick one Mets-related photo that makes you sad every time you see it, what would you choose? Mets fans have a lot of choices, but for me, I think this one takes the cake: This photo looks like a keeper. #Mets' aces … pic.twitter.com/X48TcnkPfT — Adam Rubin (@AdamRubinMedia) March 1, 2016 The vibes … Continued
The Yankees need someone to start Wednesday night’s game against the White Sox (as long as they’re able to play). Randy Vasquez is once again getting the call from Triple-A to make the start. But could Clayton Beeter join him in Scranton/Wilkes-Barre soon as pitching depth that’s one call away from the big leagues? It’s … Continued
Absolutely nothing. MORE ON ESNY: • It’s OK to wonder if Yankees have an Aaron Judge injury problem again • Yankees games could get postponed this week if air quality issues persist • Mets have no room to be cocky until they actually beat the Braves • Jets’ offensive tackle situation could be a big … Continued
The Yankees opened up their current homestand on Tuesday night against the Chicago White Sox with a 3-2 loss at Yankee Stadium. They’re without Nestor Cortes and Aaron Judge for the time being, but will they be able to get in all of their scheduled games this week? We don’t know what Mother Nature will … Continued
The Mets began their three-game series on Tuesday night in Atlanta against the Braves. It’s hard to call a matchup at the beginning of June a must-win situation. But, coming in on a three-game losing streak and a 30-30 record on the season, New York needs to show some signs of life on this road … Continued