Jun 19, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor (12) reacts after striking out during the seventh inning against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports Francisco Lindor is the soul of Puerto Rican baseball. It is a fact that doesn’t require a spreadsheet or a scouting report to verify. When … [Read more...] about Mets superstar Francisco Lindor to miss World Baseball Classic over ‘insurance constraints’
The Knicks have found their defense at the right time
Brad Penner-Imagn ImagesBrad Penner-Imagn Images Defense gave the New York Knicks problems for the entire first half of the season. However, after hitting a new low against the Dallas Mavericks earlier this month, they have looked like a completely different team on that end of the floor. The Knicks’ defense has been dialed in Against the Portland Trail Blazers … [Read more...] about The Knicks have found their defense at the right time
The Yankees might have a leadoff problem in 2026
John Jones-Imagn ImagesJohn Jones-Imagn Images The New York Yankees handed Trent Grisham a $22 million check to run it back in the Bronx, and on the surface, you can understand why. General Manager Brian Cashman is banking on the 29-year-old replicating a career-defining 2025 campaign where he finally unlocked his potential, mashing 34 home runs and posting a robust … [Read more...] about The Yankees might have a leadoff problem in 2026
What can the Yankees expect from Gerrit Cole in 2026?
Vincent Carchietta-Imagn ImagesVincent Carchietta-Imagn Images Gerrit Cole is in an unusual bucket of Yankees’ players entering the upcoming season, as the pillar of stability and excellence is now a question mark. He’s one of the many things that we don’t know about this team, but I’d argue he’s the most important uncertainty of them all due to his upside. Even … [Read more...] about What can the Yankees expect from Gerrit Cole in 2026?
Yankees pitching coach believes Ryan Weathers hasn’t hit his ceiling
Ron Chenoy-Imagn ImagesRon Chenoy-Imagn Images Brian Cashman just tossed a Hail Mary from the Marlins’ facility all the way to the Bronx, and your opinion on it probably depends on how much you trust Matt Blake’s voodoo. Earlier this month, the Yankees officially pulled the trigger on a trade for Ryan Weathers, sending four prospects to Miami for a guy who has spent … [Read more...] about Yankees pitching coach believes Ryan Weathers hasn’t hit his ceiling