Bantering Points: 7/20/26
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Yankees’ Cam Schlittler Drops Blunt Quote After Rough Start vs Dodgers
The New York Yankees needed length from Cam Schlittler in the opener of Sunday’s doubleheader against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Instead, they got a frustrating afternoon that ended his day well before it should have.Schlittler, who sat out the All-Star Game before making his return to the mound, ran into a Dodgers lineup that fouled […] The post Yankees’ Cam Schlittler Drops Blunt Quote After Rough Start vs Dodgers appeared first on HEAVY .
NBA Star Backtracks After Comparing Argentina to Knicks as Spain Win FIFA World Cup 2026
The FIFA World Cup fever even caught the NBA world, especially the New York Knicks fanbase. They started comparing Jalen Brunson to Lionel Messi. Two undersized superstars dominating the stage led fans to draw such a comparison. In fact, even a Knicks guard compared the two, only to backtrack his opinion after the final. Spain […] The post NBA Star Backtracks After Comparing Argentina to Knicks as Spain Win FIFA World Cup 2026 appeared first on EssentiallySports .
Isaiah Evans’ Offense Should Eventually Translate To the NBA
After scoring 22 points in his third Summer League game and breaking out of a 2-for-23 shooting slump through his first two games in Las Vegas, Isaiah Evans weighed in on what he was most proud of. “My defense,” Isaiah Evans said on the Prime Video broadcast.
Aaron Glenn consulted an unexpected Jets source before drafting D’Angelo Ponds
New York Jets rookie WR Omar Cooper Jr. implored head coach Aaron Glenn to draft Indiana teammate D'Angelo Ponds, which he eventually did.
Checking in on Every 1st-Round Pick from the 2025 NHL Draft
To the surprise of exactly no one, first overall pick Matthew Schaefer took to the NHL like a duck to water. Breaking multiple records was a clear sign that he belonged, but the love he got from both Long Island and the wider NHL community was even louder.
Mets Daily Prospect Report, 7/20/26: Oof
Triple-A: Syracuse Mets (38-37/9-11) BUFFALO 7, SYRACUSE 3 (BOX) The Syracuse Mets slipped back to .500 in the second half, falling short in a sloppy slobbernocker that saw both teams log 9 hits and slug 2 home runs apiece. Coming into the ninth, Syracuse was still losing, but the score was a much more palatable […]
New York Jets Flight Connections 07/20/26
Good morning Gang Green Nation! Here are your links to your New York Jets this glorious Monday in July. Rich Cimini – Where does Jets rookie QB Klubnik stand ahead of training camp? Justin Melo – Jets improved defense could be big for DT Jowon Briggs Justin Melo – Former New York Jets WR joins […]
Yankees prospects: J.C. Escarra beats Red Sox with walk-off homer for Scranton
Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders: W, 5-4 vs. Worcester Red Sox SS George Lombard Jr. 2-5, 2B, K, CS — first full game at Triple-A since coming back from injury (here’s the double)C J.C. Escarra 3-4, 2 2B, HR, BB, 2 RBI — walk-off homer, now up to a 1.057 OPS in 13 games at Triple-ACF Spencer […]
Today on Pinstripe Alley – 7/19/26
Offense was hard to come by again for the Yankees this weekend against the Dodgers, as they scored just five runs in total across the three games. Meanwhile, Los Angeles scored eight yesterday afternoon alone. Thankfully, Johnny Wholestaff came up with a gem on Sunday night to help the mostly-punchless Yanks eke out a win […]
Yankees news: Mason Miller trade rumors spring up as Padres stall out
NJ.com | Randy Miller: Outside of a Tarik Skubal all-in move, it wasn’t looking like there was a flashy upgrade for the Yankees to pursue this deadline. The team has a number of needs, but given that they’re mostly at catcher and the bullpen getting a big move to line up there just doesn’t happen […]
Knicks Champion Escorted by Police From New York Bar After Heated Incident Involving Travis Scott
The New York Knicks previously celebrated their championship on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. They even received the main-event treatment from WWE, with Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns making appearances. However, amid the celebrations of ending a 53-year championship drought, the mood took an unexpected turn when one of the franchise’s veterans found himself […] The post Knicks Champion Escorted by Police From New York Bar After Heated Incident Involving Travis Scott appeared...
Phillies Rumored To ‘Love’ the Idea of Adding Mets’ Breakout Arm
As the MLB trade deadline approaches, rumors are swirling–and the Philadelphia Phillies may want to acquire relief pitcher Luke Weaver from the Mets. On a recent Instagram post by @dugoutreport, they slotted Weaver as a fit for Philly. View this post on Instagram They wrote: “The Phillies would “love” to acquire Luke Weaver from the Mets […] The post Phillies Rumored To ‘Love’ the Idea of Adding Mets’ Breakout Arm appeared first on HEAVY .
NBA Notes: Hawks, Lu Dort, Raptors, Collin Murray-Boyles, Nets
Hawks The Hawks have spent the past couple of offseasons building an identity. It’s becoming increasingly clear what that identity is. According to Lauren Williams of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, the Hawks believe they’ve added even more toughness by swapping Zaccharie Risacher for Luguentz Dort and Ryan Nembhard. Dort brings playoff experience and a reputation as […] The post NBA Notes: Hawks, Lu Dort, Raptors, Collin Murray-Boyles, Nets appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Josh Hart Makes Definitive Knicks Statement Following Argentina’s World Cup Final Loss
Josh Hart set the record straight with a definitive statement on how Argentina and Lionel Messi compare to his NBA champion Knicks team. The post Josh Hart Makes Definitive Knicks Statement Following Argentina’s World Cup Final Loss appeared first on HEAVY .
NBA čempionas Manhatane išprašytas iš naktinio klubo
NBA čempionu tapęs Niujorko „ Knicks “ gynėjas Jordanas Clarksonas įsivėlė į konfliktą naktiniame klube. TMZ praneša, kad po šeštadienio naktį įvykusio incidento 34-erių Clarksonas ir reperis Travisas Scottas buvo išprašyti iš įstaigos. Konfliktas kilo „Zero Bond“ – privačiame, tik nariams skirtame Manhatano klube, kuriame po „Fanatics Fest NYC“ renginių vyko žvaigždžių kupinas vakarėlis. Situacija paaštrėjo Scottui supykus ant jį filmavusio svečio. Li...
New York Yankees Announce Roster News Before Pirates Series
On Sunday, the New York Yankees played two games (at home) against the Los Angeles Dodgers.After losing 8-2 in the afternoon, they were able to avoid a sweep and win 2-1 in the finale.Due to the doubleheader, the Yankees were able to carry a 27th man on the roster.They called up Elmer Rodríguez.Greg Joyce of […] The post New York Yankees Announce Roster News Before Pirates Series appeared first on HEAVY .
Yankees' Jazz Chisholm Jr. Says He 'Sucked All Season' Prior to Game-Winning HR vs. Dodgers
Jazz Chisholm Jr. had the game-winning homer during Sunday's 2-1 win over the New York Yankees, and the star infielder clearly felt like such a moment was overdue, telling reporters after the game that he's "sucked all season."
Yankees overcome disaster to avert sweep on clutch Jazz Chisholm Jr. homer, lights-out bullpen
Sometimes it’s the small victories. After a managing blunder from Aaron Boone in the series opener and a thorough humbling at the hands of Yoshinobu Yamamoto in the second game relegated the Yankees to losses in the first two games of the series, it became imperative that the Yankees find a way to avoid the […]
Dodgers have their share of losing in the Bronx
18 innings in one day can sometimes be too much for one team to handle, and that was the case for the Dodgers as they dropped the second half of a doubleheader to the Yankees 2-1. After both aces battled earlier on Sunday, both teams were relegated to using their bullpens. The Dodgers struck first […]
New York Yankees’ 2 Main Trade Assets Revealed Before Deadline
The Aug. 3 MLB trade deadline is quickly approaching, and the New York Yankees are expected to be one of the league’s most active teams.Over the last month, the Yankees have struggled to find consistency in the win column. Injuries have played a major role, but the roster also has clear holes that could require […] The post New York Yankees’ 2 Main Trade Assets Revealed Before Deadline appeared first on HEAVY .
Yankees Beat Dodgers 2-1; New York Staves off a Sweep
The Yankees used a bullpen game to defeat the Dodgers...
Josh Hart Reflects on His Post Comparing Knicks, Argentina After Spain Wins 2026 World Cup
Josh Hart's bold World Cup claim fell flat on Sunday.
Nets scrubs outlast OKC’s 108-90, in Summer League closer, finish 5-3 in two leagues
The Brooklyn Nets’ final Summer League game — two leagues in two states, eight total games over 16 days — wasn’t much of a contest as Brooklyn kept all of its eight contract players on the bench in street clothes vs. the winless Oklahoma City Thunder. The remaining eight players, several destined for the Long […]
Series Preview: Milwaukee Brewers vs. New York Mets
The Milwaukee Brewers are set to host the second of three series during their current homestand, as they’ll welcome the New York Mets to town for three games beginning Monday evening. The Brewers currently sit at 62-37 and in first place in the NL Central after sweeping the Marlins this weekend, six games ahead of […]
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