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Knicks get a taste of ‘championship-level basketball,’ exposing key flaws
The New York Knicks faced a harsh reality on opening night, falling to the Boston Celtics in a blowout loss that served as a wake-up call. The Celtics put on a dominant display, reminding the Knicks of what it takes to beat a championship-caliber team. Boston’s offense was firing on all cylinders, scoring 132 points and pulling most of their starters before the fourth quarter, highlighting just how one-sided the game was.
Yankees need dynamic trade acquisition to show up in the World Series
When it comes to the New York Yankees‘ 2024 season, there were many individual achievements to consider, celebrate, and keep track of. Aaron Judge came two round-trippers shy from another 60-homer campaign, Juan Soto cleared 40 for the first time, and so on. Jazz Chisholm Jr. has flown under...
The Giants have 23 million reasons to bench Daniel Jones
The New York Giants claim they want to win football games, and they maintain that quarterback Daniel Jones is their best option to achieve that goal. However, the results on the field tell a different story. Over the past two weeks, the Giants have scored a combined 10 points, including a disastrous three-point showing against the Philadelphia Eagles.
Giants owner refuses to comment on Daniel Jones’ future amidst benching speculation
The New York Giants have a difficult decision to make regarding the future of their starting quarterback. Daniel Jones has been under center for six seasons now, but it seems like that could soon change. Co-owner and team president John Mara is usually quick to defend his players, however, while speaking with the media on Wednesday night, he declined to comment on Jones’ performance and future.
Yankees are preparing to open up $31.45 million in free agency funds
The Yankees are gearing up for an exciting and highly competitive World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers, but looming beyond the season finale are several key decisions that could shape the future of the franchise. While fans will be hyper-focused on the expected bidding war for superstar Juan Soto, with Mets owner Steve Cohen expected to be a major contender, the Yankees will also be weighing their options with other players and their payroll.
Yankees among teams heavily scouting exciting Japanese ace with 100 MPH fastball
Few pitchers could command a stronger market than Roki Sasaki, a Japanese-born starter to whom the Yankees have paid plenty of attention during the NPB campaign. According to Jim Bowden of The Athletic, the Bronx Bombers are among teams including the Dodgers, Mets, Red Sox, and Diamondbacks who have “committed significant resources” towards scouting him over the last month, with Bowden adding that these teams have sent top executives in the process as well.
Dodgers infielder isn’t a lock to make World Series roster
The Los Angeles Dodgers, much like the New York Yankees, are trying to get some soldiers back to full health (or anything relatively close to it, at least) ahead of the start of the World Series on Friday. Freddie Freeman, who is nursing an ankle injury, vows to be ready...
Knicks are hoping for big things from young backup center this season
The New York Knicks got a glimpse of what valued backup center Jericho Sims can do for their shorthanded frontcourt in their season-opening 132-109 loss to the Boston Celtics, and it’s safe to say he’s fallen into the good graces of his coaching staff once again. Sims was...
Rangers are already breaking records 6 games into the season
The New York Rangers have been remarkable to start the 2024-25 season. Offense, defense, and goaltending are all clicking, giving the Blueshirts a 5-0-1 start six games into the year. Personal player success has led to overall team success, which in turn has helped New York already break multiple records this season.
3 Lakers players who impressed in season opener win over Timberwolves
The Los Angeles Lakers got off to a great start to the 2024-25 NBA season, picking up a decisive 110-103 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves in their home opener. Though they received solid contributions on many fronts, there were three players whose performances stood out and offered much hope for their season outlook.
The Yankees need to seriously consider extending their newfound leadoff hitter
If you had asked fans halfway through the 2024 season about Yankees second baseman Gleyber Torres, many would have written him off as a likely trade candidate. Torres struggled mightily before the All-Star break, hitting just .231/.307/.347 with eight home runs and 35 RBIs over 334 at-bats. His offensive struggles...
Giants’ offensive line plumets in latest rankings following Week 7 disaster
The New York Giants’ offensive line got off to a solid start this season, seeming to finally turn a corner after several years of poor play from the unit. However, after losing star left tackle Andrew Thomas for the season in Week 6, the offensive line came crashing back down to earth in Week 7, and once again looks like one of the worst units in the NFL.
Giants owner says GM and head coach are safe from firing: ‘We are not making any changes’
The New York Giants’ rocky start to the season has had some calling into question the future of the team’s top decision-makers. At 2-5, it feels to some as though no one is safe, including general manager Joe Schoen and head coach Brian Daboll. However, co-owner and team president John Mara spoke with the media and issued a vote of confidence for his top brass.
Mets top executive reveals exciting, aggressive offseason approach
The New York Mets were supposed to be a team in transition in 2024, yet they made it all the way to the National League Championship Series. With a wealthy, committed owner, a top baseball executive, a savvy young manager, and a very solid roster, it’s hard not to be excited about the future.
Yankees may lean on volatile pitcher to toss Game 4 of the World Series
Right now, the New York Yankees know one thing about their rotation: Gerrit Cole will be the pitcher for the important Game 1 in Los Angeles. Beyond that, manager Aaron Boone is keeping his options open and hasn’t announced anything yet. Aaron Boone is keeping his pitching options open.
Dodgers mourn the loss of former postseason legend
The Los Angeles Dodgers woke up to some very sad news on Wednesday. Fernando Valenzuela, who inspired “Fernandomania” in LA back in 1981, passed away at 63 on Tuesday night. Fernando Valenzuela was a true Dodgers legend. The Mexican pitcher was a sensation in the eighties, especially in...
Yankees’ Brian Cashman takes shots at AL rival: ‘Cheated us’
The New York Yankees are heading to their first World Series since 2009, a long-awaited return to the grand stage. However, the team might have had other opportunities to reach this point if not for being cheated out of a chance by one of their AL East rivals—the Houston Astros.
Teams expected to ‘target’ Giants rotational edge rusher at trade deadline
The New York Giants could be sellers at the upcoming trade deadline as a result of their 2-5 start to the season. With the season all but lost, it could be wise for the Giants to look ahead to the future and trade away some of their assets for future draft picks. One of the popular trade candidates on their roster is edge rusher Azeez Ojulari, who is believed to be garnering the interest of several teams.
Knicks star says the ‘NBA needs to drug test them dudes’ after Celtics sucker punch
New York Knicks forward Josh Hart did not hold back when describing the Boston Celtics’ historic shooting night in the season opener Tuesday. The Celtics shot the lights out against the Knicks. The Celtics tied an NBA record with the Milwaukee Bucks in 2020 for the most three-pointers made...
Knicks forward calls discussion of Bridge’s shooting change ‘stupid’
New York Knicks forward Josh Hart came to the defense of his former Villanova teammate after Tuesday’s season opener in Boston. Knicks’ Mikal Bridges has been in a massive shooting slump since the preseason. It was not a team debut to remember for newcomer Mikal Bridges. In the...
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