Name: 73 years of Babe Ruth in Yankee Stadium's Monument Park
Uploaded: 2022-04-19T02:51-05:00
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Description: This Day in New York Sports History, presented by Cadillac, spotlights the unveiling of the Babe Ruth statue in Monument Park on April 19, 1949. Brandon London shares details on the day Babe Ruth's legacy was honored at Yankee Stadium.

Mets

New York Mets starter Tylor Megill reacts to another strong spring outing while manager Carlos Mendoza shares what he saw from the pitcher during his scoreless start.

Tylor Megill explains what will make him successful for Mets this season

On The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo break down the broken bone in the hand of Mets catcher Francisco Alvarez, and realistically look at the timetable for his return to the field.

What exactly happened to Francisco Alvarez, and when will he return? | The Mets Pod

Tylor Megill had a strong outing as the Mets took on the Astros in a spring training game, striking out five batters over four innings. Donnie Walton's grand slam provided the team's only offense of the day, as New York fell 7-4.

Mets vs Astros (3/11/25) | Mets Highlights

The Mets bats came out hot against the Cardinals on Monday night, featuring home runs from Juan Soto, Mark Vientos, and Luis Torrens while the pitching staff lead by Griffin Canning shut out the Cardinals.

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New York Mets starter Griffin Canning has to dodge a foul ball in the dugout after his shutout appearance in spring training.

Mets' pitcher Griffin Canning dodges foul ball during in-game interview

New York Mets OF Starling Marte reacts to his first start of the spring and the love he got from the fans in Port St. Lucie as he took the field on Monday night.

Starling Marte on fan reception during first Mets spring training start of 2025

On Baseball Night in New York, Sal Licata, Andy Martino, Jim Duquette, and Emmanuel Berbari explain where they stand on Mets third baseman Mark Vientos a couple of weeks into spring training.

A Mark Vientos vibe check from Mets spring training

On The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac recorded live at the Mets House NYC in Union Square, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo do the show in front of fans and discuss the boom or bust potential of new outfielder Jose Siri.

What can the Mets really expect from Jose Siri? | The Mets Pod

Mets catcher Luis Torrens speaks about his reaction to Francisco Alvarez's injury and the pressure of being the team's starting catcher while Alvarez recovers.

Luis Torrens says replacing Francisco Alvarez as Mets' starting catcher is a 'huge responsibility'

Yankees

SNY MLB Insider Andy Martino reacts to the news that Yankees' ace Gerrit Cole will miss the 2025 season to undergo Tommy John surgery and details what New York can try to do to improve their pitching depth.

How Yankees could adjust without Gerrit Cole this season

SNY's Hannah Keyser, John Jastremski, Sal Licata, and Max Goodman discuss Gerrit Cole getting shelled in the Yankees' spring training game against the Twins. Additionally, the crew speak about Austin Wells being the leadoff hitter in the Bronx, and Cody Bellinger trying to recapture peak form.

Should Yankees be concerned with Gerrit Cole's spring training performance? | Baseball Night in NY

On Baseball Night in New York, John Jastremski tackles Yankees outfielder Jasson Dominguez's defensive woes.

Can the 'Martian' right his ship in the Yankees outfield? | Baseball Night in NY

SNY's Michelle Margaux, John Harper, Zack Scott and Britt Ghiroli discuss Nolan Arenado playing in the Cardinals spring training game against the Yankees and if the gold glover will be traded to the Bronx before the start of the season.

Will Nolan Arenado get traded to the Yankees before Opening Day? | Baseball Night in NY

Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner and general manager Brian Cashman met the media on Friday to announce a modification of the team's facial hair policy. Steinbrenner says he spoke with several people in and out of the industry and felt the time was right to make the change. There will be guidelines in place but the owner observed, "The majority of the men in this generation have beards."

Hal Steinbrenner and Brian Cashman explain the reasoning behind the Yankees amending its facial hair policy

On Baseball Night in New York, Sal Licata proclaims that Aaron Judge vs Juan Soto will be "the best rivalry in the history of New York baseball."

Aaron Judge and Juan Soto to be most epic NY rivalry? | Baseball Night in NY

Yankees manager Aaron Boone speaks about getting a two-year contract extension with the team, the starting lineup for their first spring training game this season, and his relationship with Max Fried.

Aaron Boone says he's 'thrilled' to have a contract extension with Yankees

SNY MLB Insider Andy Martino discusses Yankees manager Aaron Boone's two-year extension with the team and what this means for general manager Brian Cashman.

MLB Insider details Aaron Boone's two-year extension with the Yankees

SNY's Eamon McAnaney, Anthony McCarron, and John Jastremski debate if Cody Bellinger and Paul Goldschmidt will be enough to replace Juan Soto in the Yankees lineup after Soto left the Bronx to sign with the Mets.

Will Cody Bellinger and Paul Goldschmidt be enough to replace Juan Soto in Yankees lineup? | SportsNite

Jets

SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes contemplates where the Jets will shift their focus next with starting quarterback Justin Fields in place.

NFL Insider on what lies ahead for the Jets till the NFL Draft

SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes breaks down the Jets' decision to sign former Ravens CB Brandon Stephens after they lost D.J. Reed in free agency and why he thinks head coach Aaron Glenn will be able to bring out the best in Stephens.

Why Jets chose Brandon Stephens to replace D.J. Reed at corner back

SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes discusses the Jets signing Justin Fields to a two-year, $40 million deal and why the former Bears and Steelers QB is the perfect guy to take a chance on.

Jets sign Justin Fields to two-year, $40 million deal

SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes discusses Jamien Sherwood re-signing with the Jets for $45 million and how the linebacker went from a special teams player to one of New York's defensive leaders.

NFL Insider breaks down Jamien Sherwood's $45 million deal with Jets

SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes speaks about the Jets releasing Davante Adams after playing only 11 games in New York and what the team may do to bolster their wide receiver corps.

What's next for Jets offense after releasing Davante Adams?

SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes says the Jets opted to take OT Olu Fashanu in last year's NFL Draft over TE Brock Bowers, preferring protection over playmaker. This year, Penn State tight end Tyler Warren is a definite consideration with the No. 7 pick. He's the complete package both as a receiver and a blocker, something the Jets have not had at that position in quite some time.

NFL Insider on TE Tyler Warren definitely being on the Jets radar in the upcoming NFL Draft 

SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes and SNY Jets Analyst Connor Rogers discuss the quarterbacks at the top of the 2025 NFL Draft, and share what they’ve heard regarding current evaluations of Cam Ward and Shedeur Sanders.  They also discuss the potential of Jaxson Dart being selected in the first round.

2025 NFL Combine: Will Cam Ward or Shedeur Sanders end up in NY?

Former Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders called himself "the ultimate cheat code" at the NFL combine as teams decide if he should be their next signal caller.  Sanders talked about his greatest talents as a football player, handling pressure on and off the field, and how he feels about transitioning to the NFL.   

Could QB Shedeur Sanders be 'the ultimate cheat code' for the Jets or the Giants?

New Jets head coach Aaron Glenn and GM Darren Mougey chat with SNY's Jeane Coakley from the NFL Combine about their approach to revitalizing the struggling franchise.

Aaron Glenn and Darren Mougey share their vision of how to turn Jets' organization around

Giants

SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes speaks about the Giants signing safety Jevon Holland and how New York's defense is shaping up.

How Jevon Holland solidifies the Giants defense

SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes reacts to the Giants signing former Saints CB Paulson Adebo and explains why the team thinks Adebo has "a ton of upside."

NFL Insider breaks down Giants signing former Saints CB Paulson Adebo

SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes reports that the Giants QB search is shifting to Plan B after Matthew Stafford opted to remain with the Rams. Among the veteran signal-callers being "discussed" includes now former Jet Aaron Rodgers. Connor stresses that other veteran QBs like Russell Wilson, Sam Darnold and Justin Fields are also in the mix and Rodgers is not the favorite at this point.

NFL Insider on possibility of Aaron Rodgers moving from Gang Green to Big Blue

SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes discusses rumors that the Rams are interested in trading Matthew Stafford and whether the Giants would be a potential suitor. Hughes also explains how acquiring the veteran QB could lead to the Giants drafting two-way player Travis Hunter. 

Are Giants in the market for Matthew Stafford, could that open door to draft Travis Hunter?

Former Colorado CB and WR Travis Hunter speaks about playing on both sides of the ball in the NFL, what makes Shedeur Sanders special, and his thoughts on meeting with different teams so far at the NFL combine.

Potential Giants draft target Travis Hunter on playing CB and WR in the NFL: 'I'm just different'

At the 2025 NFL Combine, Abdul Carter and Jalon Walker discuss the upcoming NFL Draft. Carter says he wants to be the number one pick while Walker discusses his meeting with the New York Giants.

Abdul Carter on potentially going number one, Jalon Walker on meeting with Giants

SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes reports from the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis to update the latest developments on the Giants' search for their quarterback of the future.

NFL Insider Connor Hughes examines possibility of Matthew Stafford as Giants' QB solution

Knicks

On The Putback with Ian Begley, SNY's NBA Insider, hosts a discussion about Jalen Brunson's sprained ankle and not being overly concerned that it's anything more than a short-term injury.

Jalen Brunson injury update | The Putback with Ian Begley

On The Putback with Ian Begley, SNY's NBA Insider is joined by Hoops Hype's Michael Scotto and Knicks fan Anthony Donahue to discuss New York's big win over the Kings, the addition of P.J. Tucker, and Jalen Brunson's injury. Ian also comments on Draymond Green's comments about Karl-Anthony Towns.

P.J. Tucker's impact, OG Anunoby dominance, and Knicks' West Coast trip | The Putback with Ian Begley

SNY NBA Insider Ian Begley says the Knicks' invaluable guard Jalen Brunson has a sprained right ankle and he'll be re-evaluated in about two weeks. Obviously the team needs Brunson back as soon as possible but ail things considered, the news is a sigh of relief for the Knicks.

NBA Insider provides injury update on Knicks star Jalen Brunson

On The Putback with Ian Begley, SNY's NBA Insider is joined by ESPN's Tim MacMahon and 7 PM in Brooklyn co-host Kaz Famuyide to discuss the Lakers-Mavericks trade for Luka Doncic and where Dallas stands a month later.

The aftermath of the Luka Doncic trade a month in, where Dallas stands now | The Putback with Ian Begley

 On The Putback with Ian Begley, SNY's NBA Insider is joined by ESPN's Tim MacMahon and 7 PM in Brooklyn co-host Kaz Famuyide to discuss Josh Hart's performance this season. Plus, the three discuss The Roommates podcast hosts Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart discussing the Knicks' struggles against top teams in the NBA.

Can Josh Hart get back to his old self this season? | The Putback with Ian Begley

On The Putback with Ian Begley, SNY's NBA Insider is joined by ESPN's Tim MacMahon and 7 PM in Brooklyn co-host Kaz Famuyide to discuss Mitchell Robinson's return to the Knicks lineup and react to New York's matchup with Golden State on Tuesday night.

Mitchell Robinson returns, Knicks facing Luka Doncic's Lakers in LA | The Putback with Ian Begley

On SportsNite, SNY NBA Insider Ian Begley joined Niki Lattarulo at MSG to recap the Knicks' loss to the Warriors on Tuesday night, and highlighted Mitchell Robinson in his first start of the season.

What went wrong in Knicks' 114-102 loss to Warriors? | SportsNite

After the Knicks' 114-102 loss to the Warriors at MSG on Tuesday night, Mitchell Robinson, Jalen Brunson, OG Anunoby, and Deuce McBride all spoke with the media after the game to detail what went wrong in second half, and how the team is looking forward to upcoming five-game road stretch.

Mitchell Robinson, Jalen Brunson, more react to Knicks' 114-102 home loss to Golden State

Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau addressed the media after the Knicks' 114-102 home loss to the Warriors  on Tuesday night, and discussed the team's slow second-half start that allowed Golden State to take command of the game.

Tom Thibodeau recaps 'low energy' second-half after Knicks' 114-102 loss to the Warriors

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