Name: Pete Alonso reflects on breaking Mets' home run record
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Description: SNY's Steve Gelbs speaks with Pete Alonso about breaking the Mets' home run record, how his game has evolved, and if he thought this moment wouldn't come after going into free agency this past offseason.

Mets

Carson Benge opened the scoring with a ringing double to score Francisco Lindor. Despite five-plus innings of solid pitching, Mets starter Christian Scott ran into trouble in the sixth, walking three consecutive batters. Nathan Lavender then allowed all three inherited runners to score. The offense continues to struggle as the Mets fall to the Astros, 3-1.

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Mets interim manager Andy Green talks about Christian Scott’s very strong five innings and the “tough lesson” he faced in the sixth. Christian Scott details the sixth inning and how he was unable to execute his pitches.

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Elian Peña had a productive day at the plate, driving in two runs on a single and a sacrifice fly. Aiden Robbins continues to stay red hot, going yard for the second game in a row.

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Mets interim manager Andy Green discusses how Brewers ace Jacob Misiorowski was able to keep the Mets in check despite not having his best stuff. He also talks about A. J. Ewing starting to come out of his slump and how Jared Young continues to shine when given opportunities. Sean Manaea discusses how the Brewers were able to jump on his fastball, takes no excuses regarding the pitching mound, and shares what he hopes to accomplish for the remainder of the season.

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Sean Manaea gave up an early lead and was unable to get back on track, allowing six earned runs on eight hits over 5.2 innings. The Mets offense was able to generate two runs in the fifth inning on an RBI double by Jared Young and an RBI single by Christopher Morel, but it wasn’t enough as the Mets fell to the Brewers, 8-2.

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On this edition of Mets Mailbag, SNY's Michelle Margaux is joined by SNY MLB Insider Chelsea Janes to take on fan questions surrounding the future of Mets' interim manager Andy Green, and his next role in the organization, as well as plans at first base for 2027.

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On The Mets Pod, Joe DeMayo chats with the Mets' 2026 third round draft pick Aiden Robbins, as the outfield prospect explains the process of using "kinetic energy through the ground' in order to impact the baseball.

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On Baseball Night in NY, Sal Licata, Hannah Keyser and Anthony McCarron discuss whether or not the Mets should bring back Luis Robert Jr. in 2027.

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Yankees

On this edition of Yankees Mailbag, SNY's Niki Lattarulo is joined by SNY MLB Insider Chelsea Janes to take on fan questions about the state of the Bronx Bombers, including queries about the return of Aaron Judge, the health of the starting rotation, a postseason role for Will Warren, and recent defensive woes for George Lombard Jr. 

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On this edition of Yankees Mailbag, SNY's Niki Lattarulo is joined by SNY MLB Insider Chelsea Janes to take on fan questions about the state of the Bronx Bombers, including queries about where George Lombard Jr. should hit in the batting order, other potential prospects that could break out, the moves and non-moves made at the MLB Trade Deadline, and when Cody Bellinger, Aaron Judge, and Giancarlo Stanton could return from their injuries.

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On Baseball Night in NY, John Harper and Anthony DiComo discuss whether the Yankees' AL East hopes are unrealistic at this point with them falling 7 games behind in the loss column.

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Aaron Boone, Max Fried and George Lombard Jr. spoke about the Yankees 1-0 loss to Mariners. Boone credited Seattle starter Logan Gilbert in shutting his offense down. Fried said the game was "a grind" and not in rhythm while Lombard Jr. said it was a tough game in spite of the pitching keeping the Mariners to one run.

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 Yankees manager Aaron Boone discusses a frustrating night in which the Yankees stranded 11 runners on base and couldn't come up with the big hit. Will Warren breaks down the fifth inning, when he allowed three earned runs, while Trent Grisham talks about J.J. Wetherholt's clutch two-run RBI hit.

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Aaron Judge spoke with the media at Yankee Stadium on Wednesday to share an update on how his rib injury is progressing, and provide timeline on next steps in his recovery process before he can return to the Yankees' lineup.

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Yankees' No. 1 prospect George Lombard Jr. spoke with the media following his MLB debut with the Yankees win which the shortstop homered for his first big league hit, and stood out defensively in the 2-0 win. Also, manager Aaron Boone spoke on what he saw from the top prospects' first major league action.

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On Baseball Night in NY,  Will Sammon, Jim Duquette and John Jastremski discuss which AL East team improved the most at the trade deadline and whether the Yankees can still prevail in the divisional race.

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Yankees' No. 1 prospect George Lombard Jr. spoke with the media at Yankee Stadium for the first time on Tuesday as he shared the story behind receiving the call to the big leagues, his goals for contributing at the major league level, and his dynamic with Anthony Volpe as he takes over at shortstop for the Yankees.

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Jets

Jets' head coach Aaron Glenn provides updates on the roster’s injury status, discusses the team’s too many penalties and stalled offense, and looks ahead to the Week 1 matchup against Tennessee.

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Jets rookie quarterback Cade Klubnik met the media after the team’s final preseason game against the Giants, and spoke about his ups and downs on the field on Friday night, plus where he stands now heading into his first regular season.

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On Jets Final Drive, SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes and The Athletic's Zack Rosenblatt chime in on the debate on which star wide receivers is the top-dog of New York football, Jets' Garrett Wilson? or Giants' Malik Nabers?

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On Jets Final Drive, SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes and The Athletic's Zack Rosenblatt preview the 'Battle of the Meadowlands', as the Jets and Giants are set to face off in their preseason finale, which will feature this first matchup between David Bailey and Arvell Reese. Connor and Zack will also deliver their final predictions on that the Jets' 53-man roster will look like.

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Jets offensive coordinator Frank Reich spoke with the media to discuss Geno Smith’s performance and the goal of getting the quarterback comfortable while spreading the ball around.

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As Week 1 of the NFL regular season rapidly approaches, Geno Smith and the Jets' offense were out at training camp getting their work in with the preseason finale against the Giants coming Friday.

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At Jets training camp on Tuesday, wide receiver AD Mitchell spoke with the media to share his thoughts on the team's offensive unit coming into the season, the confidence he has in the group, and praised Geno Smith's leadership ability in having the offense follow his lead.

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Jets quarterback Geno Smith spoke with the media at training camp on Tuesday to discuss his eagerness to begin preparations for their Week 1 matchup against Robert Saleh's Titans, balancing that with focusing on remainder of camp.

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Jets head coach Aaron Glenn spoke with the media at training camp on Monday, as he discussed the anticipation for the first matchup between the No. 2 and 5 picks in the 2026 NFL Draft, David Bailey and Arvell Reese, set to come on Friday against the Giants, as well as if the starters will suit up for the preseason finale.

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Giants

Giants head coach John Harbaugh talks about the final preseason game of the 2026 season. He discusses Jaxson Dart resting, Odell Beckham Jr.’s near-touchdown catch, and preparing for the Week 1 matchup against Dallas.

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Wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. met the media after the Giants wrapped their preseason slate against the Jets at MetLife Stadium, and spoke about the opportunity he had to be back with Big Blue, what it would mean to make the team and to be an example for his son.

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Giants head coach John Harbaugh spoke about Odell Beckham Jr. and his great performance in training camp. Harbaugh also spoke about Malik Nabers leaving practice early, but stressed there is no injury.

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Giants offensive coordinator Matt Nagy discusses Jaxson Dart’s growth, confidence and maturity, and the “it factor” he saw in the young quarterback early on.

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As the Giants' preseason finale approaches, and the regular season opener sits right around the corner, Odell Beckham Jr. continues his push to crack the 53-man roster for opening night, and Malik Nabers presses on in his quest to be ready for the Giants' offense in the opener against Dallas. 

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Giants head coach John Harbaugh shared an update with the media on Malik Nabers' progression towards being ready for Week 1, and what he's seen from fifth overall pick Arvell Reese as training camp has gone on, as well as upcoming decisions on final 53-man roster cutdowns.

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Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers shed the red-shirt as he participated in drills with the team at Giants training camp on Monday.

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Giants head coach John Harbaugh spoke with the media on Sunday to discuss his final thoughts on the Giants' second preseason game against the Dolphins, and the process of evaluating the roster as cut-down's approach.

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Knicks

SNY NBA Insider Ian Begley reacts to the news that LeBron James chose to sign with the Sixers, plus also talks about what it means for the Knicks and the rivalry between New York and Philadelphia, and also how this move affects other Eastern Conference contenders.

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On SNY’s SportsNite, Eamon McAnaney and John Jastremski discuss what the Knicks have done so far this offseason, including the new deal to bring back Jordan Clarkson, and what other moves the team still might make.

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SNY NBA Insider Ian Begley shares info on Jalen Brunson's left forearm/wrist injury that will require surgery to repair, with at least a two-month recovery after. Brunson played through discomfort in the area as he lead the Knicks to their first championship in 53 years, and will undergo the procedure to repair the injury on Tuesday.

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SNY NBA Insider Ian Begley confirms that the Knicks have secured a one-year $3.9 million dollar agreement with free agent center Andre Drummond. The former Mount Vernon star, will back up starter Karl-Anthony Towns, filling the void left by Mitchell Robinson who signed with Boston. 

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On SportsNite, Eamon McAnaney welcomes SNY NBA Insider Ian Begley to discuss Mitchell Robinson's departure from the Knicks to join the Celtics, and lay out potential plans for New York to replace who was their longest tenured player.

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