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With injuries mounting, Giants coach Brian Daboll takes cautious approach to end of minicamp Dan Duggan Jun 12 43 Despite the lengthy injury report, Daboll is optimistic that every player on the Giants roster will be ready for training camp.
Aaron Rodgers skips all of Jets minicamp for a trip: Here’s what it means Zack Rosenblatt Jun 12 182 Criticism of the quarterback for his absence is simultaneously overblown and warranted.
Path to the 2024 Stanley Cup Final: Ranking the 14 NHL playoff series that got us here Sean McIndoe Jun 12 112 Let's count down the 14 series that led us to the Oilers-Panthers Stanley Cup matchup, ranked from worst to best.
New York Mets MLB trade deadline primer: 3 early storylines to watch Will Sammon Jun 12 150 Can the Mets avoid a sell-off as July 30 gets closer?
Yankees MLB trade deadline primer: 3 storylines to watch Brendan Kuty and Chris Kirschner Jun 12 186 Will the Yankees look to upgrade at first base before the July 30 trade deadline?
NHL Staff Mock Draft 2.0: Celebrini is No. 1, but where do Levshunov, Silayev, Demidov land? Corey Pronman Jun 12 228 Who did The Athletic's NHL beat writers pick in their mock draft? In this exercise, we predict the first round of the 2024 NHL Draft.
Every Eastern Conference NHL team’s best value contract in 2023-24 Harman Dayal Jun 12 47 These players gave their Eastern Conference teams the most bang for their buck last season.
Which MLB contenders have the most prospect chips to offer in trade deadline deals? Melissa Lockard Jun 12 71 A look at the contenders who are best positioned to make deadline deals based on the depth of their farm systems.
Why Rangers’ Michael Lorenzen is channeling his anger on the mound; plus more MLB notes Ken Rosenthal Jun 12 41 Which way are the Blue Jays and Rays going towards the deadline? And what about the Brewers' Willy Adames?
How the Yankees’ Michael Tonkin has wowed baseball after retirement thoughts Brendan Kuty Jun 12 41 Tonkin has developed a nasty persona on the mound. But not long ago, the reliever was in a rut — and in several different countries.
Haason Reddick’s holdout is another complication for the Jets: Everything to know Zack Rosenblatt Jun 11 28 Why the star edge rusher is skipping mandatory minicamp, and a potential solution to a difficult situation.
Giants’ Daniel Jones expects to be ready for training camp; who will replace Darren Waller? Charlotte Carroll Jun 11 45 Jones was held out of team drills and seven-on-sevens Tuesday, but the QB said his knee "feels really good" as he recovers from a torn ACL.
Aaron Rodgers, Haason Reddick skip Jets’ mandatory minicamp Zack Rosenblatt Jun 11 257 New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers and edge rusher Haason Reddick were notable absences at the team’s mandatory minicamp that began Tuesday.Rodgers previously told the team he’d be missing minicamp so it did not come as a surprise, coach Robert Saleh said Tuesday in a news conference. Saleh said Rodgers’ absence was not excused, but said Rodgers was attending an “event that’s important to him.”“He made a decision,” Saleh said.The Jets coach later said he’s not disappointed by Rodgers’ unexcused absence. The quarterback has...
Tyus Jones? Royce O’Neale? Ten players Knicks could sign with midlevel exception Fred Katz Jun 11 53 Even after a successful season, the Knicks need upgrades.
Thirty things I’m hearing and watching for on MLB trade deadline with 50 days to go Jim Bowden Jun 11 223 I've been talking, texting and emailing with front-office executives, as well as others in the game, to gauge how the market is shaping up.
Where Yankees’ Juan Soto stands after first game back from injury Brendan Kuty Jun 11 41 Exercise and hitting in an indoor batting cage convinced the Yankees the 25-year-old star was ready to return to the lineup.
Those late whistles NBA fans and players hate? There’s a method to the madness Law Murray and Josh Robbins Jun 11 115 Players and fans hate late foul calls. The NBA says they’re not late at all.
MLB Power Rankings: Giants, Astros move on up; One big question for all 30 teams The Athletic MLB Staff Jun 11 176 We have entered the thick of the season and the sample sizes are large enough that we can start asking some big questions about these teams.
Mets’ Francisco Alvarez poised for return thanks to advice from Salvador Perez Will Sammon Jun 11 59 Perez gave the Mets' youngster advice on coping with a thumb injury: “I think he’s going to be one of the best catchers in the game."
New Jersey Devils’ offseason questions: From Jacob Markström to forward options Peter Baugh Jun 11 48 Let's look at five major questions facing the organization heading into the offseason.
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Why MLB players would most want to sign with Atlanta if money, rosters were not a factor C. Trent Rosecrans Jun 10 203 Check out the 2024 MLB Player Poll with honest opinions of the game’s most overrated player, the length of the season and more.You will sometimes hear MLB players say “It wasn’t about the money” when signing a free-agent contract — even if it’s with the highest bidder. In some cases, that might be true, but there are plenty of reasons why players sign with the teams they choose, with money and taxes chief among them.But what would would happen with a more even playing field?In an anonymous player poll conducted this spring, we asked a pool of more than 100 players which...
Is MLB’s 162-game season too long? Players are split on whether changes are needed Chad Jennings Jun 10 262 Check out the 2024 MLB Player Poll with honest opinions of the game’s most overrated player, the length of the season and more.Back in January, Los Angeles Angels third baseman Anthony Rendon became a major national talking point when he suggested the Major League Baseball season is too long.Los Angeles Angels 3B Anthony Rendon was asked what he would change about MLB on the Jack Vita Show."We gotta the shorten the season, man. It's too many dang games… We gotta shorten this bad boy up."Catch the full, 70-minute interview: https://t.co/JScTHSCW8K#Angels...
New York Rangers player grades: Rating every defenseman and goalie’s regular season and playoffs Peter Baugh and Arthur Staple Jun 10 107 From Adam Fox to Jonathan Quick, season and playoff grades for all the Rangers’ defensem*n and goalies.
Scouting Adael Amador, Spencer Jones, and more Rockies and Yankees prospects — Keith Law Keith Law Jun 10 61 Also notes on Rockies' top prospects Sterlin Thompson, Yanquiel Fernandez and emerging Yankees' prospect Ben Cowles.
WNBA power rankings: Brittney Griner’s 2024 debut boosts Phoenix Mercury Sabreena Merchant Jun 10 43 The Las Vegas Aces continue to fall in Sabreena Merchant's power rankings.
MLB Player Poll 2024: Worst organizations, the most overrated peer, best vibes guy and more The Athletic MLB Staff Jun 10 560 This spring, we interviewed more than 100 MLB players to get their unfiltered takes on who's the best, who's most overrated and more.
Four Yankees takeaways: Which areas should Brian Cashman focus on at the trade deadline? Ken Rosenthal and Chris Kirschner Jun 10 164 In the next seven weeks, the Yankees have a rare opportunity to improve from a mere World Series contender to a legitimate favorite.
Aaron Judge disappointed by Yankees fans’ chants for Juan Soto as Trent Grisham bats Chris Kirschner Jun 10 28 Grisham's 3-run home run against Los Angeles turned the New York fans' chants from "We want Soto" to "We want Grisham."
Yankees consider benching Anthony Rizzo for multiple games as struggles mount Chris Kirschner Jun 9 122 The first baseman is 1-for-29 in June with one walk and has a .571 OPS since June 1, 2023.
Giants’ Darren Waller retiring at age 31 after 8 seasons: ‘I’m eternally grateful for the game of football’ Charlotte Carroll and Jeff Howe Jun 9 196 Tight end Darren Waller is retiring from the NFL after eight seasons, he announced in an almost 18-minute video on YouTube Sunday. He informed the Giants that he was planning to retire from the NFL, a league source confirmed Sunday.Waller is walking away at 31 years old after spending just one season with the Giants.“I’ve made the decision that I’ll be retiring from the NFL,” Waller said in the video. “It’s an opportunity to take back the power in my life and start to make choices for myself.”During the video, Waller explained that a medical...
MLB London Series: Mets’ deadline plans, a wild ninth inning and Trea Turner’s status Will Sammon, Andrew Mackie and more Jun 9 81 Steve Cohen urged patience as Mets hang around in the wild-card race: "I think the team is starting to show signs."
Yankees great Mariano Rivera wants Juan Soto in pinstripes for life: ‘I hope so’ Brendan Kuty Jun 9 47 "To me, the Yankees are the Yankees," Rivera said. "It's a special place. It's second to none. He knows."
Dodgers fans invade Yankee Stadium in full force: ‘Never expected it here in New York’ The Athletic Staff Jun 9 326 The Yankees are used to hearing their fans when they play on the road. Dodgers fans turned the tables on Saturday.
Fans at the MLB London Series: ‘My flight cost $1,200 but we just had to be here’ Roshane Thomas Jun 8 46 From first-time UK tourists to locals used to watching games in the wee hours of the morning, MLB fans showed up in numbers in London
Bryce Harper channels English footballers as he celebrates in London: ‘It was iconic’ Andrew Mackie Jun 8 119 LONDON — Bryce Harper understood the assignment. With Major League Baseball in London as part of its effort to grow the game’s reach overseas, the Philadelphia Phillies superstar obliged with a home run celebration that was fitting for the venue.Harper smashed a solo shot in the fourth inning of Saturday’s 7-2 victory — striking an equalizer against the New York Mets — with the ball landing in the Billy Bonds Stand. After rounding the bases before a lively crowd at London Stadium, the home field of the English Premier League’s West Ham United, Harper jogged toward the dugout and...
Liberty win sixth straight game, hand Sun first loss of season behind Jonquel Jones’ rim protection Sabreena Merchant Jun 8 24 The sun has set on Connecticut’s undefeated start to the 2024 season.In a rematch of last year’s WNBA semifinals, the New York Liberty won their fourth consecutive matchup against the Sun, this one an 82-75 win on the road at Mohegan Sun Arena. It was the Sun’s first loss of the year after starting the season 9-0, the seventh team in WNBA history to do so.Now the Liberty are winners of six in a row and claimed a key victory over the rival Sun for the Commissioner’s Cup qualifying.New York was led by Jonquel Jones, the former Connecticut MVP, who had 22 points, including nine in...
Where Yankees’ Juan Soto stands as injury becomes clearer Chris Kirschner and Brendan Kuty Jun 8 67 Soto did not play in the Yankees' loss Friday night to the Dodgers, but the day still felt like a win for the organization.
Kyrie Irving ‘was very remorseful’ about sharing antisemitic documentary, Adam Silver says Sam Amick Jun 8 346 BOSTON — As NBA commissioner Adam Silver sees it, Kyrie Irving’s return trip to the NBA Finals is a moment to celebrate.It has been less than two years since Silver presided over the firestorm that Irving caused by promoting an antisemitic documentary on social media. Irving was ultimately suspended eight games in November of 2022 by the Brooklyn Nets, his team at the time, while Silver — who is Jewish — deemed Irving’s decision to share the documentary “reckless” while imploring Irving to issue “an unqualified apology.”Silver would later play a pivotal part in the...
New York Rangers GM Chris Drury addresses core, offseason: ‘Nothing’s off the table’ Arthur Staple Jun 7 93 Five takeaways from Drury's press conference to wrap up another successful but not complete Rangers season.
Explainer: How West Ham’s football stadium became a ballpark in 18 days Roshane Thomas Jun 7 56 Once again, West Ham's London Stadium has been converted to stage two baseball games this weekend. Here's how...
Yankees’ Juan Soto out of lineup vs. Dodgers but injury deemed to be ‘day to day’ Brendan Kuty and Chris Kirschner Jun 7 53 NEW YORK — The New York Yankees kept Juan Soto out of the lineup against the vaunted Los Angeles Dodgers on Friday, but manager Aaron Boone doesn’t expect the injury to keep the star right fielder out of the lineup for a lengthy period.Soto left Thursday night’s game with discomfort in his left throwing forearm and Boone confirmed Friday that testing revealed inflammation but no ligament damage. “He’ll start some medicine and right now treating this as day to day,” Boone said Friday.In his place, the Yankees put center fielder Aaron Judge back in his natural right...
Sinead Farrelly announces retirement: ‘I’m feeling so grateful’ Meg Linehan Jun 7 5 Farrelly ends her career after winning a championship with Gotham last season, reunited with teammate Mana Shim
Rangers player grades: Rating every forward’s regular season and playoffs Peter Baugh Jun 7 97 From Brodzinski to Zibanejad, season and playoff grades for all the Rangers’ forwards.
How do NFC running back groups stack up heading into the 2024 season? Larry Holder Jun 7 76 What do advanced metrics reveal about the RB groups each NFC team will be trotting onto the field this fall?
Are Aaron Judge and Juan Soto the best right-left hitting combo in baseball history? They are on pace for it Ken Rosenthal Jun 7 126 The pair currently ranks first and second in the majors in OPS+, something no righty-lefty teammate combo has ever done in a full season.
Inside the Yankees’ failed pursuit of Yoshinobu Yamamoto: ‘We were disappointed’ Chris Kirschner Jun 7 56 The Yankees felt positively about their initial hours-long meeting with Yamamoto and felt like they were in the mix to sign him.
The Weirdest and Wildest MLB games, feats and minutia of the past month Jayson Stark Jun 7 105 From Corey Seager to Jeremiah Estrada to Rhys Hoskins to the injury of the month. Plus a conversation with the turtle delay announcer.
Scouting reports on New York Giants rookies: Nabers has gamebreaking talent but has room to grow Dan Duggan Jun 7 93 Nabers has "this raw, animalistic high-level talent. (But) upside is also another way of saying incomplete."
Taking another spin on the offseason NHL goalie trade carousel: Duhatschek notebook Eric Duhatschek Jun 7 190 Which goalies should the Devils target? How will Linus Ullmark fit into the offseason shuffle?
Garrett Wilson’s new contract with New York Jets could be one year away Zack Rosenblatt Jun 7 32 When it comes to retaining one of the franchise’s best draft classes ever, the clock is ticking on the Jets.
Yankees’ Juan Soto leaves game with forearm discomfort: ‘Everyone is a little concerned’ Chris Kirschner Jun 7 105 NEW YORK — New York Yankees right fielder Juan Soto left Thursday’s game against the Minnesota Twins after the fifth inning because of left forearm discomfort, the team announced. When Soto was pulled, the Yankees and Twins were in a rain delay that lasted 56 minutes.Soto told reporters he’s been experiencing discomfort for roughly a week and a half to two weeks and has “just been grinding through it.” He added that his forearm hasn’t hurt while throwing or swinging. The Yankees’ training staff, team doctor Christopher Ahmad and Soto decided it was not...
A year to go until the Club World Cup in the United States: What’s going on? Adam Crafton Jun 7 78 Details about the tournament are scarce - here's what The Athletic is hearing
Why Red Bull bought sports teams — and the impact on them Nancy Froston Jun 7 80 With Red Bull buying a stake in Leeds United, Nancy Froston explains the energy drinks company's impact on fans, clubs and across sports
Giants OTAs: Malik Nabers puts on a show; Daniel Jones impresses teammates with dedication Charlotte Carroll Jun 6 63 Nabers made two impressive touchdown catches on Thursday, both on passes from quarterback Drew Lock.
A Tom Thibodeau contract extension is a no-brainer for Knicks, but what will it cost? Fred Katz Jun 6 61 New York would like to bring back Thibodeau, and he has made it clear he wants to return.
NHL puts its stars front and center in Amazon documentary series to debut in October Mark Lazerus Jun 6 90 The still-untitled show will follow the model of “Drive to Survive” (Formula 1), “Full Swing” (pro golf), and “Break Point” (pro tennis).
Why was an NBA point guard playing regional soccer in Germany? Sebastian Stafford-Bloor Jun 6 16 Dennis Schroder had long wanted to turn out for sixth-tier Germania Bleckenstedt - and, last month, he got his wish
How do AFC running back groups stack up heading into the 2024 season? Larry Holder Jun 6 67 What do advanced metrics reveal about the RB groups each AFC team will be trotting onto the field this fall?
Just 6 teams have won NBA Finals 1 year after missing playoffs: Here’s how they did it Mark Puleo Jun 6 14 The Dallas Mavericks became the 16th team in NBA history to make the NBA Finals after not qualifying for the postseason the year prior.
NY Yankees Covering the Bases: Luke Weaver, Judge, and Cole’s injury rehab The Athletic MLB Staff Jun 6 9 Dive into all the latest and greatest happenings with the Bronx Bombers in our weekly Yankees segment.
As a kid, Yankees star Juan Soto never got tired of hitting. He still hasn’t Chris Kirschner Jun 6 49 Soto's eye as a hitter started by hitting bottle caps shortly after he learned to walk. It's evolved well beyond that with the Yankees.
New York Islanders roster tiers: Who stays, who goes this offseason? Arthur Staple Jun 6 135 Who will still be here and who might be elsewhere when the Isles convene for training camp in September?
Projecting the New York Rangers roster for 2024-25: Who stays, who goes this offseason? Arthur Staple and Peter Baugh Jun 6 297 As the Rangers disperse for the summer, let's take a look at how the roster might change.
Which NHL broadcasts are the best? 2024 broadcast rankings, rated by fans The Athletic NHL Staff Jun 6 691 How do NHL fan bases view, connect with and rate those who call hockey games? We use their input to rank all 32 regional broadcasts.
Luis Torrens is merely battling to be a backup but his arrival says more about Mets’ front office Will Sammon Jun 6 95 David Stearns was known for finding productive players in scrap heaps while with Milwaukee. He's trying to do the same with the Mets.
Apple TV+ Yankees, Dodgers game to also air on YES Network, SportsNet LA in change of plans Andrew Marchand Jun 5 139 In a change of plans, Friday’s powerhouse matchup between the New York Yankees and the Los Angeles Dodgers will be on Apple TV+, but not exclusively on Apple TV+, a league spokesman confirmed to The Athletic.Instead, local fans will be able to watch the game on YES in New York and Spectrum SportsNet LA in Los Angeles, the respective regional sports networks for the Yankees and the Dodgers. An executive with knowledge of Friday’s arrangement called it “an experiment” to try a co-existing presentation with the streamer nationally and the RSNs locally. Apple TV+ subscribers will still be...
WNBA rescinds second technical foul on Angel Reese that resulted in ejection vs. Liberty Lukas Weese and Ben Pickman Jun 5 59 The WNBA rescinded the second technical foul called on Angel Reese during Tuesday’s game against the New York Liberty, which resulted in the first ejection of her pro career, a league spokesperson confirmed Wednesday.Reese, who was ejected in the fourth quarter of the Sky’s 88-75 loss to the Liberty, received a double technical foul after waving her arm at an official to dispute a personal foul called against her.Reese’s first technical foul was for “disrespectfully” addressing official Charles Watson, lead official Maj Forsberg told a pool reporter after the game. Reese’s...
NBA Mock Draft 2024: Alexandre Sarr, Zaccharie Risacher emerge as top picks in unpredictable draft Sam Vecenie Jun 5 161 This is still shaping up to be the most unpredictable draft in years, but two French prospects may be separating themselves from the pack.
Early MLB All-Star team picks for the American League and National League Jim Bowden Jun 5 405 Here is my early look at the NL and AL All-Star teams, with starters and backups for each position, if I had to pick and project them today.
One pressing question for every new NFL defensive play caller in 2024 Mike Jones Jun 5 74 More than half of the league's teams (17) have new defensive coordinators this season, including the Patriots, Packers, 49ers and Eagles.
Vladimir Tarasenko turning back clock with big goals in big games for Panthers: ‘One a series’ Michael Russo Jun 5 27 Tarasenko's series-clincher against the Rangers was the second time he's had the decisive goal to send his team to the Stanley Cup Final.
Luke Weaver thought he might be done. Then the Yankees developed him into a bullpen weapon Chris Kirschner Jun 5 72 The Yankees saw some tweaks Weaver could make to improve his results. Now he's one of MLB's best relievers.
Mets’ Mark Vientos is playing ‘with no pressure’ and applying a lesson from Bryce Harper Will Sammon Jun 5 66 Vientos has applied a few lessons he picked up to his first sustained opportunity in the majors, and he's thriving because of it.
Are new NBA schedule and rules to blame for an uptick in player injuries? Execs weigh in Mike Vorkunov Jun 5 73 Some of the NBA's best players were injured during the playoffs. Could the league's regular-season schedule changes be why?
NHL Mock Draft: Celebrini at No. 1 and Levshunov at No. 2 lead Corey Pronman’s list Corey Pronman Jun 5 278 Corey Pronman makes his second attempt at projecting the first round of the 2024 NHL Draft.
Sky’s Angel Reese ejected vs. Liberty; Bulls’ Lonzo Ball tells her to ‘keep ya money’ Hunter Patterson Jun 5 278 Chicago Sky rookie Angel Reese was ejected for the first time in her WNBA career Tuesday, in the fourth quarter of the Sky’s 88-75 loss to the New York Liberty.Reese received a double technical foul after waving her arm at an official to dispute a personal foul called against her on forward Jonquel Jones.Reese’s first technical foul was for “disrespectfully” addressing official Charles Watson, lead official Maj Forsberg told a pool reporter after the game. Reese’s second tech, according to Forsberg, was for waving her hand “in resentment to” the first call.“Since these were...
In an effort to turn things around, Mets bench Jeff McNeil for second straight game Will Sammon Jun 5 54 The Mets hope McNeil figures things out and the time away from the lineup helps him get on track.
Yankees’ Gerrit Cole aces first rehab start, says he’s ‘definitely close’ to return Brendan Kuty Jun 5 27 Cole's fastball was between 94-97 mph in his first rehab start, a sign that his return to the Yankees rotation might be sooner than later.
NHL rumblings: Devils goalie search, Zegras, Marner, Necas, Gibson, Saros and more from the combine Pierre LeBrun Jun 5 203 Maple Leafs GM Brad Treliving gives his latest thoughts on a potential Mitch Marner trade: "We’re not scared to be bold."
Rangers players express belief in core, plus injury updates and other breakup-day notes Peter Baugh Jun 4 213 Players shared the sentiment that this group of Rangers is capable of bringing the Stanley Cup back to New York in the future.
How Yankees feel about prospect Spencer Jones’ rough start, plus more notes Brendan Kuty Jun 4 30 Jones said he might still tinker some more with his swing, plus high praise for Agustín Ramírez and more reps at first for Ben Rice.
Haason Reddick skips OTAs while Aaron Rodgers, Garrett Wilson star Zack Rosenblatt Jun 4 24 Plus, Braelon Allen’s receiving role expands, Fashanu staying left, and an assistant coach (sort of) addresses criticism.
NHL Stanley Cup Final predictions: Athletic staff picks for Oilers-Panthers, Conn Smythe and more The Athletic NHL Staff Jun 4 232 For the 11th time since last offseason, The Athletic polled its NHL staff this week for their favorite to win the Stanley Cup.
Alex Verdugo, Gleyber Torres among 6 early Yankees trade candidates Brendan Kuty Jun 4 249 Who knows what Brian Cashman may consider to be the Yankees’ biggest need at the deadline. Here are several potential trade chips for them.
Oilers or Panthers? A Stanley Cup Final rooting guide for 30 other NHL fan bases Sean McIndoe Jun 4 622 Fans of each NHL team — who don't pull for Florida or Edmonton — can find reason to support either in the Cup Final.
‘It’s terrible’: Players, coaches, execs react to NFLPA’s proposal to reshape offseason Jeff Howe and The Athletic NFL Staff Jun 4 137 The union’s proposal has NFL stakeholders divided, with many concerned that rookies especially would be negatively impacted.
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