Name: Giants LB Bobby Okereke reveals what went wrong for Big Blue’s defense in Week 2
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Description: New York Giants LB Bobby Okereke spoke to the media on Monday following Big Blue’s disappointing loss to the Washington Commanders in Week 2, and pointed to issues on defense including tackling, run fits, and players needing to be focused properly on what their jobs are on the field.

Mets

SNY MLB Insider Andy Martino reacts to Juan Soto's comments to the New York Post regarding how he is being pitched to as a Met compared to as a Yankee. Martino says Soto enjoyed the protection Aaron Judge provided and made it a point to tell Steve Cohen that he wanted Pete Alonso back in New York's lineup.

MLB Insider reacts to Juan Soto's comments on how he's being pitched to this season

Jose Siri and Carlos Mendoza discuss Siri receiving the news that he fractured his tibia after fouling a ball off it. Siri talks about his emotions after learning the diagnosis and shares a potential recovery timeline.

Jose Siri and Carlos Mendoza discuss outfielder's fractured tibia, with surgery not expected

Following the Mets' 5-1 win in Minnesota, Juan Soto and Pete Alonso spoke with the media to discuss their night's at the plate, while Clay Holmes recapped notching his second win with the Mets.

Juan Soto, Pete Alonso, and Clay Holmes recap solid team win for Mets

Juan Soto homered, Mark Vientos and Pete Alonso each drove in a run, and Clay Holmes threw five innings of one run ball as the Mets took down the Twins 5-1 on a cold night in Minnesota.

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On Baseball Night in NY, Jose Reyes and Andy Martino discuss Juan Soto's first fifteen games with the Mets, which saw Soto reach base in eleven consecutive games, but only hit one home run in the early going.

Jose Reyes examines Juan Soto's early going with the Mets | Baseball Night in NY

Mets managers Carlos Mendoza spoke with the media before Monday night's game in Minnesota and delivered injury updates on Sean Manaea, Jose Siri, Ronny Mauricio, Francisco Alvarez, and Paul Blackburn.

Sean Manaea, Jose Siri, Ronny Mauricio injury updates from Carlos Mendoza

SNY's Eamon McAnaney, Chris Lopresti, and John Jastremski discuss Kodai Senga's first two starts this season and if he can qualify as the Mets' ace. The crew also break down New York's bottom of the order coming to life in their 8-0 win against the Athletics.

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Following the Mets' 8-0 win, Carlos Mendoza, Kodai Senga, and Luis Torrens discuss Senga's brilliant outing, Torrens' big game behind and at the plate, and going up against Luis Severino.

Kodai Senga and Luis Torrens on their pitcher-catcher connection after Mets win

Kodai Senga threw seven scoreless innings as the Mets shut out the Athletics. The Mets offense came alive late in the game scoring eight runs in the final four innings as New York won 8-0.

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Yankees

Jazz Chisholm and Carlos Carrasco spoke with the media after the Yankees beat the Royals 4-1 in the Bronx on Monday night.

Jazz Chisholm, Carlos Carrasco discuss contributions to Yankees' 4-1 win over Royals

Team USA manager Mark DeRosa and Aaron Judge spoke with the media on Monday to announce Judge as the captain of Team USA at the 2026 World Baseball Classic.

Aaron Judge on being named Team USA captain for 2026 World Baseball Classic

Will Warren picked up his first major league win with his family in attendance as the Yankees beat the Giants 8-4. Teammate Ben Rice, who homered in the sixth inning and continues to produce in the leadoff spot, believes having a plan every time he goes to the plate is the biggest reason for his success in the early going. Cody Bellinger laced a triple and had two RBI but also complimented Rice on his approach and overall felt the team handled the inclement weather conditions well.

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The Yankees launched three more home runs, scoring nine times but then had to hold off a late Arizona charge to win 9-7. Trent Grisham and Jazz Chisholm, who each homered themselves, were still in awe of Aaron Judge's three-hit, four-RBI performance including his fifth homer of the young season. Judge chose to credit his teammates for taking quality at-bats and making big pitches in avoiding a sweep.

 Aaron Judge leads way again as Yankees salvage series finale against Diamondbacks

Aaron Boone, Carlos Rodon and Anthony Volpe reacted to the Yankees' 4-3 loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks. Starter Zac Gallen tied a career-high with 13 strikeouts of New York, blanking the team over 6.2 innings pitched.

Aaron Boone, Carlos Rodon and Anthony Volpe on Zac Gallen's dominant performance in Yankees' loss 

Aaron Boone and Jasson Dominguez react to Dominguez's home run, Will Warren's start, and the Bronx's bullpen faltering in the eighth.

Aaron Boone and Jasson Dominguez react to Yankees' 7-5 loss to Diamondbacks

Yankees manager Aaron Boone speaks about Paul Goldschmidt's willingness to hit in the leadoff spot, the torpedo bats some of the players are using, and signing Adam Ottavino.

Aaron Boone on attention surrounding Yankees' torpedo bats: 'It's taken on a life of its own'

On Mets Rivals, SNY’s Connor Rogers speaks with Bryan Hoch, Yankees reporter for MLB.com, to discuss Juan Soto’s decision to go to Queens, the offseason signings of Max Fried, Paul Goldschmidt, and Cody Bellinger, and how the Subway Series will play out this season.

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On SportsNite, SNY's Niki Lattarulo and Emmanuel Berbari recap an amazing day at Yankee Stadium that saw Bombers hit nine home runs,  three on the first three pitches they saw, setting a new team record.

Niki Lattarulo and Emmanuel Berbari talk the Bronx Bombers making history against the Brewers

Jets

Jets QB Justin Fields discusses meeting with the New York coaches and staff, reuniting with college teammate Garrett Wilson, and what makes the Jets a good fit for him.

Justin Fields reuniting with Garrett Wilson, excitement to play for Jets

Jamien Sherwood speaks about not having Aaron Rodgers around, his thoughts about Justin Fields, and getting ready for the season. Brandon Stephens talks about how it was an easy decision for him to join the Jets, his thoughts on coach Aaron Glenn and Justin Fields, and preparing for the season

Jamien Sherwood and Brandon Stephens on expectations for upcoming Jets season

SNY's Jeane Coakley speaks with Jets owner Woody Johnson on what he's seen from Aaron Glenn this offseason, Justin Fields joining the team, and girls flag football.

Woody Johnson on Aaron Glenn, Justin Fields, and his feelings on the 2025 Jets

SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes speaks about Aaron Glenn saying he wants to find and keep young talent and what that means for Garrett Wilson and Sauce Gardner.

Will Jets work on long-term extensions with Garrett Wilson and Sauce Gardner?

SNY's Jeane Coakley speaks with Jets head coach Aaron Glenn about naming Justin Fields as the starting quarterback, what he likes about cornerback Sauce Gardner, and why he prefers to stay under the radar during the offseason.

Aaron Glenn on confidence in Justin Fields, Jets' offseason moves

SNY's Jeane Coakley catches up with new Jets general manager Darren Mougey at the NFL Owners' meeting in Florida as they recap the moves he's already made and what lays ahead

Darren Mougey tells Jeane Coakley  about his whirlwind of activity since becoming Jets GM

On Jets Nation, Bart Scott and Connor Rogers break down how the Jets can build their offense around Justin Fields.

Can the Jets unleash Justin Fields' full potential as an NFL QB?

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

Giants

SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes discusses Brian Daboll's quiet news conference at the NFL Annual Meetings and what he learned from his comments about dual-threat Travis Hunter.

NFL insider discusses how Giants view Travis Hunter before NFL Draft

Jameis Winston speaks about his excitement joining the Giants, what he was told his role would be when he signed with the team, and his desire to help New York win.

Jameis Winston discusses Giants' QB room: 'My business is today'

SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes speaks about the Giants not having a long-term solution at quarterback and if they are looking to find one in the draft or wait for the right opportunity.

Will Giants draft a QB after signing Russell Wilson and Jameis Winston?

SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes says the Giants signing of veteran QB Russell Wilson doesn't change their pursuit of a future franchise quarterback. Connor adds that the Giants must find a way to come out of the upcoming NFL Draft with either Cam Ward or Shedeur Sanders.

NFL Insider reacts to the Giants decision to sign veteran QB in Russell Wilson

SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes remains more convinced than ever that despite signing veteran quarterback Jameis Winston to a two-year contract, they fully intend to pursue a new franchise signal-caller in this year's NFL Draft. They view Winston as a "bridge" QB while they contemplate trading up to select Colorado's Shedeur Sanders with Tennessee holding on to the No. 1 pick and drafting Miami's Cam Ward.  

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After a dreadful 2024 season, the Giants have already bolstered several key positions in free agency. Safety Jevon Holland arrives from the Dolphins, and corner Paulson Adebo hopes to transform a Giants secondary following four years with the Saints. Defensive lineman Chauncey Golston comes from the archrival Cowboys, while a familiar face in Darius Slayton is staying put. The veteran receiver signed a new three-year deal with New York and said, "This is the best place for me to be."

Darius Slayton, Jevon Holland, Paulson Adebo and Chauncey Golston meet media after signing deals with 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

Knicks

SNY NBA Insider Ian Begley speaks about Tom Thibodeau's news conference and his comments about Landry Shamet. Begley discusses if his praise towards Shamet may indicate his role with the team in the playoffs.

Ian Begley describes Landry Shamet's potential role with Knicks in playoffs

Karl-Anthony Towns discusses his first season with the Knicks, Mikal Bridges' impact both on the floor and in the locker room, and what it means to play his first playoff series at Madison Square Garden.

Karl-Anthony Towns on first playoff series with Knicks at MSG

Jalen Brunson shares his thoughts on the Knicks' regular season and his first as captain, recovering from his injury in time for the playoffs, and what he's expecting in the team's series against the Pistons.

Jalen Brunson evaluates Knicks-Pistons matchup: 'They bring a level of physicality'

Before the start of the NBA playoffs, Knicks coach Tom Thibodeau discusses his plans for utilizing the bench, how Karl-Anthony Towns and Mitchell Robinson can play together, and the importance of getting rest before New York's series against the Pistons begins.

Tom Thibodeau on Karl-Anthony Towns and Mitchell Robinson playing together in Knicks-Pistons series

On The Putback with Ian Begley, SNY's NBA Insider is joined by Knicks beat reporter for Newsday Steve Popper and Detroit Pistons beat writer for Detroit News Coty M. Davis to discuss the Knicks' 51 win season, lack of confidence in fans going into NBA playoffs, and how the Knicks will guard Cade Cunningham in their first round matchup against Detroit.

Are Knicks undervalued despite third seed in Eastern Conference? | The Putback with Ian Begley

On The Putback with Ian Begley, SNY's NBA Insider is joined by Knicks beat reporter for Newsday Steve Popper and Detroit Pistons beat writer for Detroit News Coty M. Davis to preview the New York Knicks and Detroit Pistons first round matchup in the 2025 NBA Playoffs.

Knicks-Pistons playoff preview, Jalen Brunson vs. Cade Cunningham | The Putback with Ian Begley

SNY NBA Insider Ian Begley discusses the Knicks' slow end to the regular season and Tom Thibodeau's thoughts on New York's first-round playoff matchup against the Pistons.

Ian Begley on Knicks' playoff matchup against Cade Cunningham and the Pistons

Following the Knicks' 113-105 win over the Nets, Tom Thibodeau and Mikal Bridges discusses New York's season finale, Thibodeau resting the Knicks starts, and Bridges playing six seconds against his old team.

Tom Thibodeau on resting Knicks starters in season finale, Mikal Bridges on playing in every game this season

SNY NBA Insider Ian Begley says the Knicks are stumbling to the finish of the regular season, having blown a 23-point lead to the Cavaliers on Friday night and "have a lot to clean up," before their first-round matchup with Cade Cunningham and the Detroit Pistons. The Pistons have given the Knicks fits all season and will be handful for New York to deal with.

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New York Giants LB Bobby Okereke spoke to the media on Monday following Big Blue’s disappointing loss to the Washington Commanders in Week 2, and pointed to issues on defense including tackling, run fits, and players needing to be focused properly on what their jobs are on the field.

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