WATCH: Mets’ Brett Baty homers in first MLB at-bat
Brett Baty made his MLB debut Wednesday night, and his first at-bat couldn’t have gone any better.
WATCH: Mets’ Brett Baty homers in first MLB at-bat
Mets’ Pete Alonso to play for Team USA in 2023 World Baseball Classic
The star Mets first baseman will be representing America at the upcoming World Baseball Classic, scheduled for March 2023.
Philadelphia’s obsessive anger with Keith Hernandez has not subsided
Mets great and SNY analyst Keith Hernandez took his shots at the Phillies eight days ago Wednesday. Surely they have gotten over it in Philadelphia by now, right? Right? NBC Sports Philadelphia has added a "Keith Hernandez approved" graphic when the Phillies make an impressive defensive play. pic.twitter.com/q0o7kCvChV — Tim Kelly (@TimKellySports) August 17, 2022 … Continued
Ex-Yankees manager Joe Girardi going back to TV after Phillies firing
Joe Girardi worked as a broadcaster before his first managerial job with the Marlins. He then returned to television between stints with the Marlins and Yankees and then the Yankees and Phillies. And he is now headed back to TV after time off following his firing in Philadelphia. Girardi has joined Marquee Sports Network as … Continued
Ex-Met defends Noah Syndergaard from ‘soft’ allegations after he skips start
Noah Syndergaard has had a second start against the Mets scuttled. Many are criticizing the Phillies right-hander for avoiding his old team. But a former teammate isn’t having it. Ex-Mets pitcher Jerry Blevins — who was worked as an SNY analyst in retirement — defended Syndergaard on Twitter after the Phillies pushed back his next … Continued
Noah Syndergaard is ducking Mets again
This is getting funny. Noah Syndergaard will miss the Mets again. The Phillies have pushed back the right-hander’s next start, according to The Philadelphia Inquirer. Syndergaard was supposed to pitch Sunday against the Mets in Philly, but now he’ll go Monday against the Reds. In a vacuum, it makes complete sense. The Phillies want to … Continued
Who are most compelling Giants, Jets players in 2022?
The Giants and Jets are just under a month away from Week 1. What local player are you most excited to see in action this season? Let us know here; our answers are below. Ryan Honey: The Giants player that’s sure to catch my eye this year is Wan’Dale Robinson. The rookie receiver, who general … Continued
New Jersey lawmakers trying to ban LIV Golf from state
LIV Golf’s third — and most controversial — event was held at Trump National in Bedminster a few weeks back. It was a circus for myriad reasons. And now a pair of New Jersey lawmakers are trying to make sure the renegade tour can never return to the state. From NJ.com: Just a few weeks … Continued
Yankees are ‘straight garbage,’ Stephen A. Smith shrieks in epic rant
Stephen A. Smith launched into an epic Yankees rant during Wednesday’s edition of ESPN First Take. “You go 22 innings without a run? That is unacceptable,” Smith said, referencing the back-to-back shutout losses to the Red Sox and Rays on Sunday and Monday. “Unacceptable from the Yankees. You’re looking at their payroll, you’re looking at … Continued
Stephen A. Smith extends Mike Francesa invite on ‘ESPN First Take’
Stephen A. Smith wants an ESPN First Take audience with Numbah One. Smith more or less invited Mike Francesa to join him (and presumably Chris “Mad Dog” Russo) on a future edition during Wednesday’s broadcast. The guest spot was placed on the table while riffing during an Aaron Rodgers-Packers debate with Russo. “By the way, … Continued
The DraftKings NY Promo Code for NFL Bet $5, Get $200 Is Now Live
A new DraftKings NY promo code has been introduced for the NFL season. New customers of DraftKings Sportsbook can get a nice bonus for Week 1 of action. Use this DraftKings NY promo code for $200 in free bets. To qualify, all you have to do is place a $5 bet on any NFL matchup. … Continued
Giants finally right immense wrong by honoring Leonard Marshall
The Giants announced Tuesday they will induct seven men into their Ring of Honor this fall, the biggest name being Leonard Marshall. That likely led many fans to wonder, “Wait, Leonard Marshall isn’t in it yet?” No, he wasn’t. Which is inexplicable. The former defensive lineman has more sacks and tackles than ROH inductees Justin … Continued
Estevan Florial’s Yankees promotion puts Brian Cashman under microscope
Gerrit Cole recently said the struggling Yankees needed “a spark,” and it may be coming. Bob Klapisch of NJ.com reported that outfield prospect Estevan Florial will be promoted to the majors tomorrow. And honestly, why not? Hicks has basically become the Yankees’ new Joey Gallo. Instead of being an automatic strikeout, he’s just an automatic … Continued
Yankees expected to promote Estevan Florial
The Yankees are finally bringing Estevan Florial up, according to NJ.com. All it took was a rash of injuries and Aaron Hicks hitting new lows. Florial, 24, has been raking at the Triple-A level in Scranton. He’s batting .282 with 14 home runs, 37 RBI and 32 stolen bases. He was briefly with the big … Continued
Top Mets prospect Brett Baty gets call to big leagues
The Mets’ 2019 first-round pick is finally getting his shot in the big leagues.
WFAN’s Yankees ‘fanalyst’ has big idea to save season
WFAN night host and self-titled “fanalyst” Keith McPherson — the guy who tells John Sterling something cool during the Yankees pregame show — is looking to the past to turn around the present. Yankees are back in New York all week. Need some Yankees legends to hit the clubhouse. Guys that won. Restore the feeling. … Continued
Caesars Sportsbook Promo Code Unlocks Can’t Miss MLB, UFC 278, NFL Bonuses
The end of summer means the start of an epic sports calendar, and the latest Caesars Sportsbook promo code will get you in the heart of the action right away. Use any link on this page to activate the Caesars Sportsbook promo code ESNYXL15 and earn a $1,500 risk-free first bet. Caesars Sportsbook is providing … Continued
This Zach Wilson-Joe Flacco quote from Jets’ Garrett Wilson won’t cause anyone to overreact
Jets rookie wide receiver Garrett Wilson says Joe Flacco throws a “receiver-friendly” ball.
Ben Simmons secures grievance settlement bag from Sixers
Ben Simmons has now managed to get paid by two teams to not play a single minute during the 2021-22 season. From ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski: Brooklyn Nets All-Star guard Ben Simmons and his former team, the Philadelphia 76ers, reached a settlement agreement on the grievance Simmons filed to recoup a portion of the nearly $20 … Continued
Texas Rangers could save world from more Carlos Beltran on YES Network
Carlos Beltran’s rookie season as a YES Network analyst has left much to be desired. The former Yankees and Mets star (and alleged Astros cheating scheme ring leader and quickie Mets manager) was a curious pick from the start. Many floated the conspiracy theory the Yankees just wanted him around the club as a managerial … Continued
Aaron Hicks laments ‘extremely embarrassing’ defensive gaffe as Yankees eagerly await Harrison Bader
Maybe Aaron Hicks needs a beach too? The centerfielder was once again right in the thick of a meltdown loss for the Yankees on Monday. He misplayed a fly ball in comical fashion, setting up the Rays’ first run, then grounded into a rally-killing double play and went hitless in the 4-0 defeat. Hicks is … Continued
Kevin Durant pulls Nets sleight of hand with Twitter fingers
I know most people will believe unnamed sources over me but if it’s anyone out there that’ll listen, I don’t plan on retiring anytime soon. Shit is comical at this point. — Kevin Durant (@KDTrey5) August 15, 2022 Poor Kevin Durant. He just had to hop on Twitter and bat down the salacious report he … Continued
WFAN’s parent company reportedly set for ‘imminent’ layoffs
Audacy, the parent company of WFAN (as well as WCBS, WINS and other New York stations, will have “imminent” layoffs in the coming days, according to a report. From Radio Insight: Multiple sources have confirmed to RadioInsight that a round of layoffs are imminent across Audacy’s local markets with the planned personnel cuts taking place … Continued
Mets let Braves’ mouthy Spencer Strider off hook
Earlier this month, Spencer Strider called the Mets “lucky” after they tagged him for four runs on six hits, sending him packing after just 2 2/3 innings. Well of course, with the Mets headed to Atlanta this week and Strider on the mound in the series opener, the talk of the town was the Mets … Continued
WATCH: Mets’ Pete Alonso hands Buck Showalter some lottery tickets?
Mets first baseman Pete Alonso appears to hand manager Buck Showalter some lottery tickets during Sunday’s game.
Kevin Durant reportedly ready to crank Nets drama to 11
Kevin Durant wants out with the Nets by any means necessary. From longtime NBA reporter Marc Stein: During summer league in Las Vegas, one of the most well-connected team executives I speak to regularly insisted to me that, based on what he was hearing, Kevin Durant was more apt to retire than play again for … Continued
DraftKings Promo Code for Monday MLB Delivers Awesome Bonus
With the help of our DraftKings promo code, a $5 bet can turn into a $200 bonus, good for the full slate of MLB action in the days ahead. The latest DraftKings promo code allows new users to bet $5 and receive a $200 instant bonus, win or lose. This week opens up with 14 … Continued
MLB postseason schedule is out, so let’s start talking Mets, Yankees pitching plans
MLB released its full 2022 postseason schedule on Monday. It will be the first year with an expanded 12-team field (six in each league) with two best-of-three wild card series to open the tournament. We can fast forward past those details. The Yankees, despite their recent swoon, have a 10-game loss column lead on the … Continued
FanDuel Kansas Is Bringing Pre-Registration Bonus Ahead of Football Season
The NFL season is closing in, and FanDuel Kansas is offering a bonus to customers who pre-register for an account. Kansas online sports betting is expected to launch within the next few weeks, just in time for NFL fans. Activate this FanDuel Kansas promo code to gain $100 in bonus bets. These bonus bets will … Continued
DraftKings NY Promo for NFL Week 1: Bet $5, Get $200 Instant Bonus Right Now
Football is in the air, and the brand-new DraftKings NY promo for NFL Week 1 will give players an immediate bankroll boost. First, you place a $5 bet on any pro or college football game. As a result, you will comply with the promotion terms, and you will get $200 instantly. In other words, this … Continued
Daniel Jones has little chance with these Giants receivers
Kenny Golladay’s goal line drop in Foxborough was not just a bad moment for a bad signing. It was a reminder of how doomed Daniel Jones’ tenure as the Giants’ quarterback likely is. We may not know exactly who Jones is yet. But this much seems clear: He’s not a miracle worker. Even if he … Continued
Derek Jeter, Alex Rodriguez say they’ve made peace. Will Yankees honor A-Rod next?
Derek Jeter’s in-studio “KayRod” appearance with Michael Kay and Alex Rodriguez had its awkward moments. And there was certainly tension in the air. But – if you take them at their word – the two Yankees greats have reached détente. “You move on. You learn. Things happen in life,” Jeter said during the ESPN2 alternative … Continued
Yankees-Red Sox takeaways: Aroldis Chapman needs closer’s job back
Somebody needs to remind the Yankees the season hasn’t ended yet. They have yet to win a series all month. And they just handed the rival Red Sox their first series win of the season against an AL East team. The alleged Bronx Bombers are 3-9 in August and just can’t seem to get what … Continued
Ex-Red Sox closer Jonathan Papelbon takes aim at Edwin Diaz, Mariano Rivera entrances
It’s been the summer of wild Jonathan Papelbon quotes for some reason. The former Red Sox closer has been doing his best Skip Bayless impression. Maybe he wants to co-host Craig Carton’s FS1 show. Papelbon trashed Bryce Harper and the Phillies, he waxed poetic about having Yankees fans throw batteries at him and now he’s … Continued
FanDuel Promo Code NY Offer Is Best Way to Bet Phils-Mets, Yankees-Red Sox
Sunday features a full slate of MLB games and the latest FanDuel promo code NY is here to help close out the weekend. The Yankees and Mets are playing important rubber matches against division rivals in two of the 15 games on the schedule. New players who sign up with this FanDuel promo code in … Continued
DraftKings NY Promo Code: $100 Guaranteed Bonus for Yankees, Mets, and More
If you haven’t started betting on MLB with DraftKings Sportsbook yet, then it’s a great time to do so. Both New York teams have a real chance this season, and it’s quite possible that they meet each other in the World Series. Start betting with this DraftKings NY promo code for an MLB bonus. When … Continued
Caesars NY Promo Code ESNYXL15: $1,500 Bet Bonus All Weekend
The sports calendar is picking up on Caesars Sportsbook. This weekend is full of action, and it includes football. There is a Caesars NY promo code for new customers to gain a great welcome bonus. Get a bet bonus of up to $1,500 with our Caesars NY promo code ESNYXL15. Your first bet will be … Continued
Jets avoid disaster with Zach Wilson injury
Zach Wilson dodged a major bullet and is only expected to miss 2-4 weeks.
Jets thoughts on preseason opener: Zach Wilson, Quincy Williams
How did the Jets’ starters fare in the team’s preseason opener vs. Philly?
Zach Wilson exits Jets’ preseason opener with knee injury
Jets quarterback Zach Wilson has exited Friday night’s preseason game with an apparent injury.
Yankees OF Giancarlo Stanton still has no timetable for return
The slumping New York Yankees will have to break out of their funk without Giancarlo Stanton. Manager Aaron Boone told media the former MVP still doesn’t have a return date. However, he has resumed some baseball activities. Giancarlo Stanton (Achilles) has a “full baseball day” of activities planned at Yankee Stadium, Aaron Boone said. He … Continued
Noah Syndergaard on leaving Mets: ‘I just needed a little break’
Phillies right-hander Noah Syndergaard spoke to the media upon his return to Citi Field Friday night.
Carson Wentz is only person who looks good in viral interview brouhaha
A video snippet of an interview between Commanders quarterback Carson Wentz and a local TV sports anchor went viral in the last day. The reason: 7News DC’s Scott Abraham made Wentz put his hard hat on during their one-on-one sitdown. Abraham pressed Wentz about the “narrative” he has been inaccurate and “consistently inconsistent” during training … Continued
Joe Benigno has been back at WFAN for 5 minutes and he’s already breathing fire
Joe Benigno predicts the Jets' first 5 games. Ladies and gentlemen, he's back 🔥 pic.twitter.com/WhPRSn3M4W — WFAN Sports Radio (@WFAN660) August 11, 2022 MUST. FREAKIN’. WIN. I will be honest: I was skeptical about Joe Benigno’s WFAN return. Still am. Not because of Benigno. The guy is a legend. But because it just felt like … Continued
A new clue about Craig Carton’s FS1 morning show
Details remain scarce about Craig Carton’s new FS1 show. We know it is expected to be a morning show that launches in the fall. Carton’s WFAN colleagues, Boomer Esiason and Gregg Giannotti, have made it clear the venture has their blessing. Fox tried (and failed) to hire ex-Jets lineman Damien Woody away from ESPN to … Continued
‘The Captain’ finale review: Real Derek Jeter was always here
ESPN’s “The Captain” wrapped its deep dive on legendary Yankees shortstop Derek Jeter on Thursday, putting a cap on the storied career of a storied man. The series didn’t unveil much we didn’t already know. Jeter has a winning attitude. He expects those around him to have the same high standards he sets for himself. … Continued
Let’s stop trying to make holograms of famous dead people a thing
So FOX had a big idea for Thursday night’s “Field of Dreams” broadcast between the Cubs and Reds: A hologram of the late Harry Caray singing “Take Me Out to the Ballgame” during the seventh-inning stretch. And then, inexplicably, they followed through on it. An all-time “Take Me Out to the Ballgame” only possible through … Continued
Giants thoughts after 1st preseason game: Daniel Jones, Kenny Golladay, more
It was a start. And that’s about it. There is only so much to take away from the Giants’ 23-21 win over the Patriots in Thursday’s preseason opener — a thriller as preseason openers go. But they did look competent. Which is an accomplishment for head coach Brian Daboll and Joe Schoen given how incompetent … Continued