In a game made for “Thursday Night Football,” the awful NFC East will be on full display as the Giants go up against the Eagles. New York (1-5) finally earned its first win of the season last weekend, 20-19 over the equally inept Washington Football Team. The difference was a failed 2-point conversion attempt by Washington. Philadelphia … Read more
Sorry, but I can’t allow someone as special as Doc Emrick to slip into retirement with just a few paragraphs in Monday’s paper on the day the announcement was made. Besides, we haven’t heard from those who similarly cherished him: his listeners. And since Monday we’ve heard from scores. Here’s a sample about a man … Read more
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, the NHL announced Thursday the postponement of the 2021 All-Star Weekend and its annual showcase of the league’s best and brightest stars. Originally scheduled for Jan. 29-30, 2021, the All-Star Weekend and, therefore, the All-Star Game have been pushed back to 2022. The announcement also noted the 2021 Winter Classic, the NHL’s annual outdoor game … Read more
Sam Darnold has an Instagram account, and it’s not like he lives in a cave without WiFi access. Of course he’s heard the speculation about the winless Jets possibly being headed for the No. 1-overall pick in the 2021 draft, with a chance to nab projected generational quarterback Trevor Lawrence out of Clemson. Darnold practiced … Read more
After the Yankees’ season ended with their loss to the Rays in the ALDS, general manager Brian Cashman was blunt when asked if Gleyber Torres would remain at shortstop. “We’re gonna evaluate all circumstances that best fit us,’’ Cashman said. “He’s currently our shortstop. We think he’s capable of better defense.” Should the Yankees decide … Read more
Howie Kussoy picks his winner for the Thursday night matchup between Arkansas State and Appalachian State (7:30 p.m., ESPN.) Home team in CAPS. Arkansas State (+13.5) over APPALACHIAN STATE The Mountaineers will show rust, having last played on Sept. 26. Meanwhile, the Red Wolves’ third-ranked passing offense will continue rolling after Arkansas State put up … Read more
While Evan Roberts is in line to be Craig Carton’s partner on WFAN afternoons, he was not the station’s first choice, The Post has learned. WFAN executives, led by Chris Oliviero, heavily recruited Bart Scott to leave ESPN and return to 101.9 FM/660 AM, according to sources. It was close to happening. Scott fit the … Read more
The NFL trade deadline may not bring quite the excitement of the NBA or MLB deadlines, but it can still be crucial in shaping contenders. It also shares a date, Nov. 3, with 2020 Election Day, so it’ll be quite the high-powered news day no matter who is on the move in the NFL. An … Read more
The NHL announced Thursday that it was officially canceling the 2021 Winter Classic as well as the 2021 All-Star Weekend due to the coronavirus pandemic. The 13th annual Winter Classic, which was set to feature the Wild and the Blues at Target Field in Minneapolis, Minnesota, was originally scheduled for Jan. 1, 2021. The Florida … Read more
The news shouldn’t come as a surprise, but it’s still just as disappointing: The 2021 Winter Classic has been officially postponed because of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Originally scheduled for Jan. 1, 2021, the NHL’s annual outdoor game to ring in the New Year has been pushed to 2022. The announcement also noted that the 2021 … Read more