Mets’ new-look bullpen falters late in crushing loss to Angels
ANAHEIM, Calif. — The Mets’ revamped bullpen suffered its first major misstep Saturday. Relief pitcher Huascar Brazovan, acquired from the Marlins on Tuesday just before the trade deadline, was given the leadoff in the seventh inning against the Angels and had an easy start, striking out two. But the hard-hitting right-hander couldn’t get the third […]
Lions’ new-look secondary will need to gel for Detroit to repeat their success in 2024
General manager Brad Holmes and coach Dan Campbell Detroit Lions They knew the big task ahead was to turn their franchise into a winning team in 2021. Three years later, they came within 30 minutes of a Super Bowl and exceeded expectations, even if they’re reluctant to take credit for it. “I remember when I […]
Steve Hetzel will unveil glimpse at Nets’ new-look philosophy
LAS VEGAS — The Nets’ summer league team will have a different roster and coaching staff than Brooklyn’s regular-season squad. But their spirit? Their foundation? It should be more of the same and will provide a window into how the new, rebuilding Nets will play. Or at least try to. That makes sense. Steve Hetzel […]
Alijah Vera-Tucker excited for Jets new-look offensive line
The Jets’ offensive line is a huge concern and it’s impossible not to think about it or worry about it. If that’s a two-letter word that makes a lot of sense here, it’s that Aaron Rodgers still has what it takes at age 40 if the rebuilt unit stays healthy. It should give you an […]
Yankees’ new-look lineup busts out in blowout win over Brewers
MILWAUKEE — While the Yankees’ offense hasn’t really hit the ground running yet, Aaron Boone made changes to the middle of his lineup Saturday in hopes of “giving it some excitement.” In at least one match, the result was essentially a chef’s kiss. New No. 4 hitter Alex Verdugo hit a three-run home run in […]
Harry Wilson’s dynamism proving symbolic of Page’s new-look Wales | Wales
IIt was the explosion that sparked Wales’ 4-1 victory over Finland and another enthralling night under the Cardiff lights. With a few minutes to go, Harry Wilson received the ball on the left about 30 yards from goal and hit a pass with the outside of his left foot to Brennan Johnson. Looking for a […]
Yankees’ new-look bullpen features ground-ball specialists
According to FanGraphs, the Yankees’ main problem a year ago was a lack of offensive power, finishing 25th in scoring, but their bullpen was average and they finished 16th in the majors in WAR. Since the end of last season, Wandy Peralta and Michael King left for San Diego, as did Albert Abreu (Japan), Keiynan […]
New-look Knicks show more positive signs in win over Rockets
There were moments when I couldn't help but let my imagination run wild. There are a lot of snapshots and grainy old videos of the old Knicks, championship Knicks, but the one that always does the best job is Willis Reed with the ball in the low post. That starts the windmill. And then, in […]
New-look Knicks knock off Timberwolves in OG Anunoby’s debut
OG Anunoby fully expects to be a great fit in the Knicks and Tom Thibodeau's system, and the two-way standout showed just why in his active team debut following his trade from the Raptors on Saturday. Anunoby scored 17 points and was a game-high plus-19 in 35 minutes before fouling out late in the fourth […]