Frankie Montas shut down for significant stretch in rough Mets news
Port St. Lucy – The Mets are dealing with the first hit of this year's starting spin. Industry sources say Frankie Montas hasn't thrown into camp and is expected to remain closed for quite some time. The nature of Montas' illness is unknown. Manager Carlos Mendoza is expected to deal with the situation during his […]
Islanders’ Simon Holmstrom finally hitting stride in strong stretch
During his first two NHL season, Simon Holmstrom caught to reconsider things on ice. In some ways, it was inexperienced, and Holmstrom had to gain confidence and was often told to shoot more frequently. “I think many people have experienced the process once or twice in their career,” said Holmstrom before winning Golden Knights 2-1 […]
The Memo: Trump's nominees reach crucial stretch
A big week for President-elect Trump begins in earnest on Tuesday, with deliberations before Senate committees deciding the fate of his nominees for key posts. But beyond the details of each hearing, the entire process will be a litmus test for the incoming Trump administration. It will shed light on the president-elect's penchant for media […]
Rangers clinging to playoff hopes after recent hot stretch
The Rangers' performance in their last five games is a bright spot for a very disappointing team that has been in danger of missing the playoffs this year after making it to the Eastern Conference Finals last season. After losing four straight just before the New Year, they now have three wins, one loss, and […]
Jalen Brunson not on floor during key stretch in Knicks’ win over Spurs
This doesn't happen often, but in the Knicks' come-from-behind victory over the Spurs on Christmas Day, Jalen Brunson's wayward shots didn't stay on the floor for much of the fourth quarter. The All-Star point guard entered the game with 7 minutes, 16 seconds left with the Knicks leading by eight points and didn't check in […]
Cam Thomas’ Nets injury return looming amid tough stretch
MILWAUKEE — An injured Cam Thomas spent Monday's loss in a hoodie and casual clothes, talking with Nets owner Joe Tsai at the end of Miami's bench. But it looks like Thomas could suit up and finally return to the court sooner rather than later. It's not too soon for Tsai and the Nets. “Cam […]
Reeling Rangers finally get a needed break from ‘miserable’ stretch
We interrupt the chaos and bring you four days without a crushing Rangers defeat. Yes, it's true. The NHL is on vacation. This helps explain how far and how quickly the Rangers fell. The Blueshirts, who were Stanley Cup favorites about a month ago, have been reduced to a punchline like the Giants and Jets […]
Chiefs likely getting Marquise Brown for stretch run in huge boost
The Chiefs could use some help at receiver. Barring some setback, Kansas City has activated Marquise “Hollywood” Brown from injured reserve and intends to play in Saturday's game against the Texans. According to ESPN. Brown has not played a snap for the Chiefs this season after sustaining a sternoclavicular shoulder injury during the team's first […]
Giants’ final stretch could be telling period for players’ futures
There is no peace for the Giants. Do you have peace? The Giants (2-12) are coming off a team-record nine losing streak, a rash of injuries and a lost season as the temperature rises as a plane with a banner flies over a two-thirds full stadium. still need to evaluate their team. Players can see […]
Rangers sunk by disastrous 20-minute stretch against Kraken
The Kraken were 0-3 at Madison Square Garden in the franchise's three-year history, but turned the game around in the second period Sunday afternoon. Seattle scored four times on 11 total shots in 20 minutes before the Kraken ultimately won 7-5. It all looked like it would end behind the Rangers' goal, but numerous turnovers […]