Name: Ian Begley shares updates on Ben Simmons, Landry Shamet, and interviews Knicks guard Tyler Kolek | The Putback
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Description: On The Putback with Ian Begley, SNY's NBA Insider answers your fan questions about the Knicks final roster spots, including the possibility of adding either Ben Simmons or Landry Shamet. Begley also dissects Karl-Anthony Towns' appearance on Carmelo Anthony's 7PM in Brooklyn podcast and interviews current Knicks guard Tyler Kolek about how he is preparing for next season.

Mets

Mets pitcher Freddy Peralta is in camp early for spring training as he gets to know his new coaches and teammates, he explains the reasons why he decided to skip the World Baseball Classic, and also addresses the possibility of an Opening Day start.

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On BNNY, the panel discusses expectations for Mets pitcher Nolan McLean and then the conversation evolves into a debate about who they'd rather have this season, McLean or Yankees hurler Cam Schlittler.

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On The Mets Pod, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo discuss the minor league signing of relief pitcher Craig Kimbrel, and discuss how he's a worthwhile candidate for one of the final spots in the Mets bullpen to start the season.

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New York Mets pitcher Jonah Tong faces live batters in Port St. Lucie during early spring training pitching workouts.

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Get a look at the early days of Mets spring training in Port St. Lucie, as pitchers Christian Scott, Nate Lavender, and Nolan McLean throw bullpen sessions, plus Freddy Peralta, Jonah Tong, Clay Holmes, Dylan Ross, and more work out in front of new pitching coach Justin Willard.

Mets pitchers Christian Scott, Nate Lavender, Nolan McLean throw early in camp

Mets pitcher Nolan McLean discusses what he’s working on in his first big league spring training, his thoughts on the Freddy Peralta trade and what’s next for Brandon Sproat, plus playing for Team USA in the upcoming World Baseball Classic.

Mets pitcher Nolan McLean talks first big league camp, Freddy Peralta trade

On Baseball Night in NY, Sal Licata and Anthony DiComo reveal why they are both very "bullish" on Francisco Alvarez in 2026, as the young Mets catcher enters the season with a lot to prove and questions to answer.

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Freddy Peralta arrives at Port St. Lucie and gets some reps in as he gets acclimated as a New York Met.

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New York Mets pitcher Jonah Tong shares his reaction to Brandon Sproat being traded, what it was like meeting Freddy Peralta, and dealing with the cold weather in Florida ahead of spring training.

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Yankees

On Baseball Night in NY, Jon Hein goes for the under on the Yankees' projected Las Vegas win total and over on the Mets. Maggie Gray and Laura Albanese then debate which team is closer that elusive title: Mets or Yankees?

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Yankees manager Aaron Boone shares his thoughts on the team entering the 2026 season with a relatively similar roster as last season, where his confidence levels are with the current group.

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Cody Bellinger discusses his excitement in returning to the Bronx after signing a five-year deal with the Yankees in free agency, returning to New York after being traded by the Cubs last offseason, as well as addressing the possibility of him suiting up for Team USA in the 2026 World Baseball Classic.

Cody Bellinger 'excited to run it back' with Yankees, talks possibility of playing for Team USA in WBC

On Baseball Night in NY, Sal Licata, David Lennon, Keith Raad, and John Harper debate whether they think Aaron Judge is the face of New York baseball going into the 2026 season, or if the likes of Juan Soto or Francisco Lindor might be able to carry the title.

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SNY’s Jim Duquette reacts to Cody Bellinger re-signing with the Yankees and breaks down why the deal makes sense for both sides.

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On SportsNite, Niki Lattarulo, Jon Alba and Chris Lopresti share their thoughts on trade speculation involving both New York teams and Washington left-hander MacKenzie Gore.

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SNY's John Jastremski and Bryan Hoch discuss the gap between what the Yankees are offering Cody Bellinger and what he is looking to get in free agency and when he may make his decision.

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On Baseball Night in NY,  would Cody Bellinger choose the Mets over the Yankees? Emmanuel Berbari says if the Mets offered Bellinger a massive six or seven-year deal, the Yankees would bow out of the negotiations immediately. 

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Jets

SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes reacts to the news that the Jets have officially named Frank Reich as their new offensive coordinator, and explains what this means for the team moving forward

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On Jets Final Drive, SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes and The Athletic's Zack Rosenblatt discuss the view from Jets fans of former quarterback Sam Darnold playing in the Super Bowl.

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On Jets Final Drive, SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes and The Athletic's Zack Rosenblatt share their reactions to the organization hiring Brian Duker as the next defensive coordinator, share where things stand with the offensive coordinator search, and react to the rest of the hirings around the NFL. The two also go over a couple of quarterbacks that the Jets could take in the second round of the draft and give three ways they'd fix the team in 2026.

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SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes shares what transpired that led to the Jets hiring Brian Duker as their new defensive coordinator over Wink Martindale.

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On Jets Final Drive, SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes and The Athletic's Zack Rosenblatt react to Aaron Glenn and the organization firing OC Tanner Engstrand. The guys share who they think will replace Engstrand and where things currently stand on the defensive coordinator front.

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On Jets Final Drive, SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes and The Athletic's Zack Rosenblatt discuss where things stand with the Jets coaching staff, recapping the latest firings and sharing updates on the defensive coordinator search. The guys then reflect on Sam Darnold's time in New York as he is set to start in the Super Bowl against the AFC rival Patriots. Later, the two defend some of their tweets from the last week, break down the rest of the NFL coaching searches, and discuss which Jets they would take 'final sale.'

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On Jets Final Drive, SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes and The Athletic's Zack Rosenblatt share updates on the Jets defensive coordinator search.

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On Jets Final Drive, SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes and the Athletic's Zack Rosenblatt discuss who they Jets should select with the No. 2 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft and if trading back in an option.

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On Jets Final Drive, SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes and the Athletic's Zack Rosenblatt discuss Dante Moore deciding to stay at Oregon, what that means for the Jets' draft plans, and who their next defensive coordinator may be.

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Giants

SNY NBA Insider Connor Hughes breaks down the hire of Matt Nagy as Giants offensive coordinator under new head coach John Harbaugh, including Nagy’s long track record in the NFL and his previous work with star quarterback Patrick Mahomes.

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SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes breaks down the hiring of Dennard Wilson as the new defensive coordinator for the Giants under new coach John Harbaugh, and reveals what Big Blue is getting with Wilson leading the defense moving forward.

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SNY's Niki Lattarulo speaks with Giants head coach John Harbaugh about how he plans on developing QB Jaxson Dart and why he's looking forward to coaching in New York.

John Harbaugh on how he plans on helping Giants' QB Jaxson Dart

New York Giants head coach John Harbaugh shares what he thinks of QB Jaxson Dart and how that influenced his decision to join the organization.

John Harbaugh shares what's impressed him from Giants QB Jaxson Dart

SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes confirms that the New York Giants have officially signed John Harbaugh to a five-year deal to be their new head coach and observes that the "magnitude of this move cannot be understated."

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On SportsNite, SNY NFL Insider shares that John Harbaugh is finalizing a deal to become the next head coach of the New York Giants.

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With the news coming out that John Harbaugh and the Baltimore Ravens have agreed to part ways, SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes discusses the possibility that the Giants might be ready to aggressively pursue him to be their next head coach.

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Joe Schoen speaks about remaining as Giants' GM next season, the team's upcoming head coaching search, and the emergence of Jaxson Dart this season.

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Mike Kafka speaks about his time as Giants' interim head coach, his expectation to interview for the vacant head coach position, and what he learned since taking over the head coaching role this season.

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Knicks

SNY NBA Insider Ian Begley breaks down the Knicks beat down of the Wizards for their seventh straight victory, and shares the latest on potential deals as Thursday’s NBA trade deadline rapidly approaches.

Ian Begley on Knicks’ seventh straight win, bearing down on trade deadline

On The Putback with Ian Begley, SNY's NBA Insider shares that the Knicks checked in on Jaren Jackson Jr. before he was traded to the Jazz at the deadline.

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On The Putback with Ian Begley, SNY's NBA Insider alongside avid Knicks fan Shaun Geddes discuss New York's recent hot stretch and break down what could be coming at the trade deadline.

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SNY NBA Insider Ian Begley discusses the Knicks’ trade deadline approach along with their current six-game winning streak, plus all the latest noise around Giannis Antetokounmpo. 

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Knicks captain called Landry Shamet "a true professional" for always being ready to contribute and with Deuce McBride still sidelined, Shamet stepped up with a 23-point night in the Knicks 112-100 victory over the Lakers. Josh Hart called his effort "huge" and it was great to have him back healthy. Shamet though credited his teammates in how they sacrifice for each other.

Josh Hart, Landry Shamet and Jalen Brunson discuss Shamet's big night in Knicks win over LA

Knicks head coach Mike Brown felt his team had more to give after an uneven first-half against the Lakers and they turned things around on both ends of the floor in the second-half to win their sixth straight game 112-100.  Brown saw his group "locked in" winning battles for loose balls and outscoring LA 60-44 in what he termed a "fantastic half offensively."

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On SportsNite, SNY's Michelle Margaux and NBA Insider Ian Begley break down the Knicks walloping of the Trail Blazers and NBA trade deadline news.

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In the Knicks 127-97 win over Portland, it was their defense that Josh Hart was pleased with. He attributed it to better communication and smoother defensive rotations. Jalen Brunson concurred while also led the way offensively with 26 points, eclipsing the 10,000-point mark in his career. Karl-Anthony Towns' attempt to interview the Knicks captain about the milestone was not as successful.

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Knicks head coach Mike Brown was impressed with his team's all-around effort in their 127-97 thrashing of the Trail Blazers for their fifth straight win. Brown has emphasized "staying connected" at both ends of the floor and he credited his regulars OG Anunoby, Josh Hart and Karl-Anthony Towns with doing a great job collectively against Portland. Brown also cited Towns for his second consecutive 20-plus rebound performance and Mikal Bridges for his disruptive defense. 

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On The Putback with Ian Begley, SNY's NBA Insider answers your fan questions about the Knicks final roster spots, including the possibility of adding either Ben Simmons or Landry Shamet. Begley also dissects Karl-Anthony Towns' appearance on Carmelo Anthony's 7PM in Brooklyn podcast and interviews current Knicks guard Tyler Kolek about how he is preparing for next season.

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