Name: Mike Kafka discusses Darren Waller, Daniel Bellinger, and Jalin Hyatt | Giants New Conference
Uploaded: 2023-06-08T04:54-05:00
Duration: 162 s
Description: Offensive coordinator Mike Kafka talks about his collaborative relationship with the coaching staff, what impresses him about Darren Waller, and provides updates on Daniel Bellinger and Jalin Hyatt.

Mets

SNY's Gary Apple chats with Mets outfielder Jesse Winker after signing a one-year deal to return to the Mets in 2025. They discuss Winker's deciding factor in returning to the Mets, his past relationship with New York fans, Dodgers' offseason additions, and more.

Jesse Winker discusses Mets reunion with Gary Apple in SNY exclusive interview | Baseball Night in NY

On Baseball Night in New York, Sal Licata, Anthony DiComo, Will Sammon, and David Lennon debate whether the current Mets roster, including notable additions like Juan Soto and A.J. Minter, is better than the Mets roster at the end of the 2024 season.

Are the Mets currently a better team than last season? | Baseball Night in NY

Mets outfielder Jesse Winker met with the media on Wednesday after signing a one-year deal to return to the Mets, after his stint with the team in 2024. Winker highlighted his excitement on getting to play with Juan Soto, as well as the possibility of playing first base in 2025.

Jesse Winker talks return to the Mets after 'amazing' 2024 season

On The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo analyze the free agency drama that has surrounded the Mets and Pete Alonso, and discuss how it got to the point of stalemate.

How did the Mets and Pete Alonso get to their stalemate? | The Mets Pod

Former New York Mets reliever Billy Wagner joins SNY's Eamon McAnaney shares how proud he is to be the latest member in the Baseball Hall of Fame in his tenth and final year on the ballot.

Billy Wagner proud to be elected into the Baseball Hall of Fame | SportsNite

On Baseball Night in New York, Sal Licata, Terry Collins, Laura Albanese, and Anthony McCarron discuss the Baseball Hall of Fame Class of 2025 which includes Ichiro Suzuki, CC Sabathia, and Billy Wagner. The group also discusses Carlos Beltran and if the Astros sign-stealing scandal is impacting his candidacy.

Discussing Billy Wagner and Carlos Beltran's Hall of Fame candidacies | Baseball Night in NY

On SportsNite, Niki Lattarulo, Chris Lopresti and Jon Alba offer their thoughts on how the Mets will fare in the short-term and long-term with or without Pete Alonso.

The Pete Alonso free-agency watch rolls on | SportsNite

On Baseball Night in New York, Sal Licata, Laura Albanese and Keith Raad each offer their take on the Mets bolstering their bullpen by signing former Atlanta Braves lefthander A.J. Minter. 

Reaction to Mets signing former Braves lefty A.J. Minter | Baseball Night in NY

Former Mets GM Jim Duquette reacts to the team signing lefty reliever A.J. Minter to a two-year deal and explains how this impacts their bullpen.

Mets sign A.J. Minter to a two-year deal to improve their bullpen

Yankees

On Baseball Night in New York, Sal Licata, Hannah Keyser and Will Sammon engage in a spirited debate about whether they'd rather have Aaron Judge or Juan Soto for 2025, 

Would you rather have Aaron Judge or Juan Soto in 2025? | Baseball Night in NY

New York Yankees 1B Paul Goldschmidt comments on Pete Alonso's free agency, Juan Soto's move to Queens, and how he feels to join a World Series contender.

Paul Goldschmidt on Juan Soto, Pete Alonso, and future with the Yankees

The Yankees add Paul Goldschmidt as they continue looking to improve their roster for 2025. Hector Beauchamp joins Brandon London to talk more about the deal and assess the Yanks offseason so far.

Yankees add Paul Goldschmidt as they look to improve their roster for 2025

Newest New York Yankee Cody Bellinger explains how excited he is to join the organization and follow in his father's footsteps. Bellinger also says he is open to playing multiple positions and has heard from a handful of his new teammates so far.

Cody Bellinger excited to join the Yankees and open to playing multiple positions

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone and GM Brian Cashman react to losing Juan Soto in free agency, share how it feels to add Max Fried and Cody Bellinger, and share a message for fans about the rest of the offseason.

Aaron Boone and Brian Cashman on losing Juan Soto and adding Cody Bellinger

New York Yankees pitcher Max Fried explains why he chose the team in free agency and how excited he is to pitch alongside Gerrit Cole.

Max Fried details what drew him to sign with the Yankees

The Yankees are making moves as they acquire Cody Bellinger from the Cubs and could make more moves soon. The SNY Baseball Night in NY crew talks about the trade and what gifts could be coming next for Yanks fans.

Yankees acquire Cody Bellinger from Cubs and poised to make more moves

Former Mets GM Jim Duquette and MLB's Bryan Hoch react to the New York Yankees trading for Chicago Cubs OF/1B Cody Bellinger.

Reaction to Yankees trading for Cody Bellinger to bolster their outfield

Jets

On SportsNite, Willie Colon joins Eamon McAnaney to discuss the Jets' new head coaching hire, Aaron Glenn, and what the blueprint to his success is, including addressing Aaron Rodgers' future with the team.

How can Aaron Glenn turn the tides for the Jets? | SportsNite

SNY's Jeane Coakley, Connor Hughes, and Connor Rogers react to the Jets hiring Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn as their head coach and what that means for the future of the franchise.

How Aaron Glenn got hired as Jets' head coach, potential offensive and defensive coordinator options

SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes describes the Jets' search for a new general manager and head coach as "exhaustive." Connor says no matter who they hire and in what order, it's essential that they have a strong working relationship.

NFL Insider says Jets 'will leave no stone unturned' in search for new GM and head coach

Jets Class is ready for the final exam, so it’s time for the first-ever edition of The Jetsy Awards! SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes is handing out the Jetsy’s to the best plays, players, and people who covered the Jets throughout the rocky road that was the 2024 season. Join the class as we celebrate the winners, and shine one last spotlight on 2024 before a new future arrives for the team in green.

It’s awards season for the Jets, as the team in green graduates to the offseason | Jets Class

On SportsNite, Jon Alba and Keith Irizarry discuss some of the Jets' head coaching candidates, including Rex Ryan and Aaron Glenn both with previous ties to organization.

Who are the favorites to land the Jets head coaching job? | SportsNite

On Jets Final Drive, SNY Jets reporter Jeane Coakley, SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes, and The Ringer and SNY contributor John Jastremski discuss the chances that Aaron Rodgers returns to New York next season.

Is there any chance Aaron Rodgers returns to the Jets next season? | Jets Final Drive

On Jets Final Drive, SNY Jets reporter Jeane Coakley, SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes, and The Ringer and SNY contributor John Jastremski explain what they think New York should do with their seventh pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.

What should the Jets do at No. 7 in the 2025 NFL Draft? | Jets Final Drive

On Jets Final Drive, SNY Jets reporter Jeane Coakley, SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes, and The Ringer and SNY contributor John Jastremski debate who the Jets should hire as head coach and general manager for the 2025 season.

Predicting the Jets' 2025 head coach and general manager | Jets Final Drive

On Jets Final Drive, SNY Jets reporter Jeane Coakley, SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes, and The Ringer and SNY contributor John Jastremski react to New York's final game of the season and reflect on a disappointing season for the Jets.

Jets 2024 season reaction, 2025 predictions | Jets Final Drive

Giants

SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes reveals what the New York Giants' top priority should be this offseason.

Here's the New York Giants' top priority for this offseason | Connor Hughes

Giants general manager Joe Schoen spoke about his meeting with owner John Mara about keeping his job, possibility of taking Shedeur Sanders in the NFL Draft, and what the Giants need to fix in the offseason.

Joe Schoen on Shedeur Sanders, Giants' offseason plans

Following the announcement that he will remain head coach of the Giants next season, Brian Daboll details his conversation with owner John Mara, potential staff changes, and the search to find a starting QB.

Brian Daboll on returning next season, thoughts on Giants' QB search

SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes discusses the New York Giants and their plans as they finish the season with just three wins, owning the #3 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.  

NFL Insider breaks down the plan for the New York Giants as they secure pick #3 in the 2025 NFL Draft

Bobby Okereke and Jon Runyan Jr. discuss their confidence in their team next season and their message to free agents considering joining the Giants.

Bobby Okereke and Jon Runyan Jr. have confidence in Giants' future: 'We've got talent'

Darius Slayton and Jalin Hyatt speak about Joe Schoen and Brian Daboll returning next season and what that means for their future with the Giants.

Darius Slayton and Jalin Hyatt discuss future with Giants

Brian Burns and Andrew Thomas speak about Brian Daboll returning, playing through injuries throughout the season, and trying their hardest despite not being in contention.

Brian Burns describes playing through injuries, Andrew Thomas says Giants played hard despite record

Giants owner John Mara speaks about what went wrong with the Giants this season, keeping Joe Schoen and Brian Daboll in their positions as general manager and coach, and goals for the offseason.

John Mara on decision to keep Joe Schoen and Brian Daboll with Giants next season

Malik Nabers and Tyrone Tracy Jr. speak about their rookie seasons, the announcement that Brian Daboll will return as Giants head coach next season, and their thoughts on who should be quarterback next season.

Malik Nabers and Tyrone Tracy Jr. on Brian Daboll returning as coach, Giants' QB search

Knicks

On The Putback with Ian Begley, SNY's NBA Insider is joined by co-host of the Bad Weather Fans podcast Alex B and NBA Salary Cap analyst Yossi Gozlan to discuss potential moves the Knicks could make at the trade deadline based on their cap space flexibility and how Karl-Anthony Towns' thumb injury has impacted his shooting.

Knicks trade deadline expectations and cap space realities | The Putback with Ian Begley

On SportsNite, SNY NBA Insider Ian Begley joins Niki Lattarulo to react to the Knicks gritty win over the Nets, including Jalen Brunson coming in clutch down the stretch and Karl-Anthony Towns struggles from three since his thumb injury.

Ian Begley on Karl-Anthony Towns and Jalen Brunson in Knicks win over Nets | SportsNite

Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns explains how his thumb injury has been impacting his three-point shooting and compliments Jalen Brunson's outing against the Nets. OG Anunoby discusses finding a way to win in Brooklyn.

Karl-Anthony Towns on thumb injury impacting shot, OG Anunoby on Knicks' win

Knicks starters Josh Hart, Jalen Brunson and Mikal Bridges react to the team's win over the Nets, including setting egos aside to win.

Josh Hart, Jalen Brunson, and Mikal Bridges after Knicks beat the Nets

New York Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau states he wants consistency with how his team is officiated, especially when it comes to point guard Jalen Brunson.

Tom Thibodeau frustrated by how Knicks, including Jalen Brunson, are officiated

On SportsNite, Jon Alba and SNY NBA Insider Ian Begley discuss how critical the Knicks' win over the Hawks was, their stellar defense keeping Trae Young in check, and a rusty Karl-Anthony Towns coming back after missing two games with his injured thumb.

NBA Insider reacts to Knicks' prevailing over Trae Young and the Hawks on Monday afternoon

Mikal Bridges summed up the key to the Knicks' 119-109 win over Atlanta on Monday evening:  "Just playing defense, just playing hard, everybody connected. Josh Hart felt, "We've been struggling a little bit, so this is just another way to get back on track," while Jalen Brunson, who had a game-high 34 points added: "Just to be at home and the way we came out in the second half and played it was needed for us."

Jalen Brunson, Josh Hart and Mikal Bridges comment on Knicks' big win over the Hawks

Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau attributed the team's 65-point second-half outburst to aggressive defensive play which led to easy transition baskets in their 119-110 win over the Hawks. Thibodeau: "Overall activity was good, had a number of deflections. When we're active like that good things will come from it."

Tom Thibodeau lauds Knicks' second-half surge in Martin Luther King Day win over Atlanta

Knicks captain Jalen Brunson lamented the team's poor start and lack of physicality in the loss to Minnesota. OG Anunoby thought it boiled down to "they made shots and we didn't." in the fourth quarter while Mikal Bridges simply stated: "We have to be better."

Jalen Brunson, OG Anunoby and Mikal Bridges comment on Knicks' uninspired effort in loss to Timberwolves

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