Name: Which team is more championship ready: Mets or Yankees? | Baseball Night in NY
Uploaded: 2025-06-18T05:53-05:00
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Description: On Baseball Night in NY, Sal Licata moderates a debate between John Harper, Dan Graca and Emmanuel Berbari on topics surrounding the Mets and the Yankees. Is either team championship caliber? Are you taking the Yankees or the field? The panelists are forced to take a side and defend their positions.

Mets

With many eyes on Mets top pitching prospects, two of them delivered big performances on the Fourth of July.  Brandon Sproat had his second straight strong start for Triple-A Syracuse, striking out eight over five innings while only allowing two hits and one walk. Jonah Tong continued his incredible run of starts at Double-A Binghamton, with 10 strikeouts over 5.2 innings of work.

Mets Prospects Highlights | Brandon Sproat, Jonah Tong | 7/4/25

After the Mets took down the Yankees on Friday at Citi Field, Justin Hagenman and Reed Garrett discussed the group effort by the pitching staff, while Juan Soto and Jeff McNeil talked about the big moments for the offense.

Juan Soto, Jeff McNeil, Reed Garrett and Justin Hagenman on Mets beating Yankees

Mets manager Carlos Mendoza met the media after a Subway Series victory over the Yankees on the Fourth of July at Citi Field, and the skipper talked about heroics from Jeff McNeil and Juan Soto, plus a pitching staff stretched thin that came through with Reed Garrett closing the door.

Carlos Mendoza on Jeff McNeil, Juan Soto and the pitching staff after win over Yankees

On a day when the Mets needed to piece together their pitching, the bats came alive in the first game of this weekend’s Subway Series. A strong showing from Juan Soto and a huge home run from Jeff McNeil helped the Mets beat the Yankees, 6-5, on the Fourth of July at Citi Field.

Mets vs Yankees (7/4/25) | Mets Highlights

On The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo answer a Mailbag question about the possibility of the Mets acquiring outfielder Byron Buxton from Minnesota if the Twins were to make him available before the MLB Trade Deadline.

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On New York 4 to 7 presented by Verizon, host Chelsea Sherrod is joined by former Met and SNY pre and post game analyst Todd Zeile and WFAN's Emmanuel Berbari to break down the recent struggles of both the Mets and Yankees and preview their upcoming Subway Series matchup.

Mets vs Yankees round two Subway Series preview | New York 4 to 7

The Mets needed a bounce-back performance from David Peterson and they got it as the lefty pitched 6.2 innings allowing just one earned run in New York's 3-2 win. Manager Carlos Mendoza called Peterson's start "huge" and also complimented Ryne Stanek and Edwin Diaz for protecting their slim one-run lead.

Carlos Mendoza talks 'huge' David Peterson effort, strong bullpen, Luis Torrens' great throw in ninth inning as Mets win

Mets top pitching prospect Nolan McLean dominated for Triple-A Syracuse on Thursday, striking out 10 over five innings against Worcester. McLean's teammate Drew Gilbert provided the offensive support with a pair of long home runs. Not to be outdone, Double-A Binghamton's Ryan Clifford blasted a three-run shot that cleared Dunkin' Park in Hartford.

Mets Prospects Highlights | McLean, Gilbert, Clifford | 7/3/25

After a pair of rough outings, Mets starter David Peterson addressed his mechanics being amiss and responded with an outstanding effort in a 3-2 win. Peterson added that it's always comforting to have a Ryne Stanek and Edwin Diaz to close the door on the opposition. Catcher Luis Torrens throwing out the tying run at second base in the ninth inning may have bee the biggest play of the game. Torrens credited Diaz with a quicker delivery to the plate and the Mets closer returned the compliment, calling Torrens a "great catcher."

David Peterson, Luis Torrens and Edwin Diaz on team coming through in Mets win over Brewers 

Yankees

After the Yankees fell to the Mets on the Fourth of July at Citi Field, manager Aaron Boone plus pitchers Luke Weaver and Marcus Stroman explained what went wrong for the Bombers during Friday’s game as a late lead slipped away from them.

Aaron Boone, Luke Weaver and Marcus Stroman on what went wrong for Yankees against Mets

Playing in his 500th MLB game, Jazz Chisholm celebrated the milestone by launching his 12th HR of the season in the Yankees 3-0 shutout of Oakland. Teammate Cody Bellinger said it was "understandable" that the A's would walk Aaron Judge to pitch to him in the third inning but Bellinger made them pay with an RBI single. Yanks starter Will Warren took center stage on Friday night however, tossing five shutout innings, after escaping a bases-loaded jam in the first inning.  

 Jazz Chisholm, Will Warren and Cody Bellinger discuss Yankees shutout of the A's

It was a day to forget for the Yankees, both on the mound and at the plate in a 7-0 loss to the A's. Starter Clarke Schmidt admitted to being "frustrated" with giving up a pair of home run balls while Paul Goldschmidt and manager Aaron Boone tipped their cap to A's starter and former Yankee JP Sears who allowed just two hits over 5.2 innings, as New York's offense continues to struggle.

Clarke Schmidt, Paul Goldschmidt and Aaron Boone on listless Yankees loss to Athletics

On New York 4 to 7 presented by Verizon, host Chelsea Sherrod is joined by MLB.com reporter Brian Hoch to discuss Paul Goldschmidt, Anthony Volpe, the Yankees' recent struggles, and potential trade targets for the Yankees ahead of the MLB trade deadline.

Are the Yankees still AL East favorites? Plus possible trade targets to the Bronx | New York 4 to 7

After the Yankees' comeback win against the Orioles on Sunday, Jazz Chisholm discussed his shoeless streak home, Paul Goldschmidt talked making the most of his rare pinch-running opportunity, and Aaron Boone touched on all of the events that led to the Yankees taking the series against Baltimore.

Jazz Chisholm, Aaron Boone talk wacky events in Yankees' comeback win against the Orioles

Yankees starter Clarke Schmidt felt he needed to attack the strike zone more aggressively and he saw it pay off against the Orioles on Saturday afternoon, throwing seven innings without allowing a hit in a 90 win. While Schmidt was tempted to try and complete the no-no, his pitch count was already at 103 so he wisely took "the big picture" approach. Former Yankee Gary Sanchez singled off reliever JT Brubaker to spoil the no hitter but catcher J.C. Escarra was impressed with Schmidt's performance nonetheless. Shortstop Anthony Volpe called the outing "incredible" and was not the least bit surprised at how he dominated the Orioles lineup.

Clarke Schmidt, J.C. Escarra and Anthony Volpe talk near no-hitter in Yankees rout of Orioles 

Reliever Luke Weaver's return to the Yankees bullpen was not an auspicious one, surrendering the go-ahead HR to Baltimore's Ramon Urias in a 5-3 loss. He termed it "devastating" saying he felt good physically but will have to bounce back from a tough loss. Starter Max Fried wasn't his usual pinpoint self either, allowing a pair of runs in the first inning. While captain Aaron Judge did belt his 27th home run of the season, he lamented some scoring opportunities that the team failed to cash in on. 

Luke Weaver, Max Fried and Aaron Judge discuss Yankees loss to Orioles on Friday night

Jets

New York Jets Breece Hall and Jamien Sherwood detail how they plan to prove themselves to new head coach Aaron Glenn and the rest of the regime.

Breece Hall is ready to prove himself to a new Jets regime

New York Jets QB Justin Fields explains how it has been having Garrett Wilson as a wideout again and compliments the play of RB Breece Hall. Fields also details how he has been adjusting to a new offense under the leadership of OC Tanner Engstrand.

Jets QB Justin Fields on connection with Garrett Wilson and Breece Hall

Jets head coach Aaron Glenn speaks about his minicamp as head coach, what he learned from Lions coach Dan Campbell, and the team playing Aaron Rodgers in Week 1.

Aaron Glenn on first camp as head coach, Jets facing Aaron Rodgers in Week 1

Jamien Sherwood and Michael Carter speak about Jets minicamp, their expectations for the upcoming season, and playing under Aaron Glenn. 

Jamien Sherwood and Michael Carter on upcoming Jets season: 'I'm excited for us'

New York Jets CB Sauce Gardner details where he's at with a potential contract extension and why he didn't hold out from mini camp.

Sauce Gardner discusses potential contract extension and playing in the Olympics

At Jets minicamp, Justin Fields and Tyrod Taylor work with Garrett Wilson and the Jets wide receivers as they get ready for the NFL season. 

Jets Minicamp Highlights | Justin Fields, Breece Hall | 6/12/25

New York Jets safety Tony Adams had high praise for Aaron Glenn's coaching and Justin Field's athleticism Wednesday. 

Jets safety Tony Adams praises Aaron Glenn and Justin Fields

See Justin Fields, Breece Hall, Garrett Wilson and the rest of the Jets practice at minicamp on Wednesday.

Jets Mini Camp Highlights| Justin Fields, Garrett Wilson, Sauce Gardner | 6/11/25

Jets defensive coordinator Steve Wilks talks how Sauce Gardner can elevate his game, the team's defensive identity, and head coach Aaron Glenn's approach.

Jets DC Steve Wilks talks Sauce Gardner, Aaron Glenn, and team's defensive identity

Giants

New York Giants linebackers coach Charlie Bullen talks about the team's linebacker rotation and Abdul Carter's talent during Wednesday's minicamp .

Giants LB coach Charlie Bullen talks Abdul Carter and the linebacker rotation

See all of the New York Giants in action at minicamp on Tuesday including quarterbacks Jaxson Dart and Russell Wilson and defensive studs Abdul Carter and Dexter Lawrence.

Giants Minicamp Highlights | Jaxson Dart, Abdul Carter| 6/17/25

New York Giants offensive tackle Jermaine Eluemunor spoke about the 2025 New York Giants, saying "I like this team a lot." Eluemunor said he thinks the leadership is greatly improved compared with last year, and is excited about new players like Abdul Carter.

Offensive tackle Jermaine Eluemunor on Giants: 'I like this team a lot'

New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll discusses the organization's plan for Jaxson Dart's progression and shares an update on Malik Nabers' health.

Giants head coach Brian Daboll talks plan for Jaxson Dart and Malik Nabers' health

New York Giants rookie QB Jaxson Dart details how he's been progressing during the team's summer workouts and says he trusts the coaching staff's plan for him. Plus, fellow QB Tommy DeVito details what its been like in the Giants' quarterback room so far.

Jaxson Dart wants to 'take it to the next level' this summer before training camp

At Giants minicamp, quarterbacks Russell Wilson, Jaxson Dart, Jameis Winston, and Tommy DeVito run drills with the New York wide receivers and first round draft pick Abdul Carter gets warmed up as he prepares for his first NFL season.

Giants Minicamp Highlights | Jaxson Dart, Russell Wilson, Abdul Carter | 6/18/25

New York Giants QB Jameis Winston explains how grateful he is to play another year in the NFL and for 'one of the greatest fanbases.'

Jameis Winston is excited to play for 'one of the best cities in the world'

New York Giants Kayvon Thibodeaux and Russell Wilson share what they are hoping to get out of minicamp this week and their goals for the upcoming NFL season.

Kayvon Thibodeaux and Russell Wilson on goals for Giants upcoming season

New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll shares how rookie QB Jaxson Dart has been during the team's spring program so far. Daboll also touches on Evan Neal's progress and how he views the quarterback room.

Brian Daboll on Jaxson Dart's progression throughout Giants' spring program

Knicks

On SportsNite, SNY NBA Insider Ian Begley, plus SNY contributors Sal Licata and John Jastremski react to the Knicks hiring Mike Brown as their new head coach.

Knicks to hire Mike Brown, reaction from Ian Begley, Sal Licata, and John Jastremski

On The Putback with Ian Begley, SNY's NBA Insider breaks down the Knicks closing in on hiring former Kings coach Mike Brown as their new head coach and what it means for New York.

Ian Begley gives the latest on Mike Brown closing in as Knicks next head coach

On The Putback with Ian Begley, SNY's NBA Insider alongside host Niki Lattarulo and New York Daily News Knicks beat reporter Kristian Winfield discuss Giannis Antetokounmpo, LeBron James, and the latest Knicks free agency moves.

Ian Begley on how Giannis Antetokounmpo could be traded to Knicks, LeBron James' future

SNY NBA Insider Ian Begley reacts to the Knicks signing veteran center Guerschon Yabusele and breaks down other moves New York can make in free agency.

Ian Begley reacts to Knicks signing Guerschon Yabusele and shares other moves New York could make

On The Putback with Ian Begley, SNY's NBA Insider alongside host Niki Lattarulo and New York Daily News Knicks beat reporter Kristian Winfield discuss potential moves the Knicks will look to make as NBA free agency opens and where the Knicks are in their head coaching search.

Knicks free agency special, head coaching update | The Putback with Ian Begley

With NBA free agency about to open, SNY NBA Insider Ian Begley checks in with updates about possible targets for the Knicks, including Tyus Jones and Al Horford.  The discussion also covers what’s next for LeBron James, as his future in Los Angeles is uncertain.

Ian Begley on possible Knicks targets Tyus Jones and Al Horford, plus the status of LeBron James 

On The Putback with Ian Begley, SNY's NBA Insider is joined by Newsday's Steve Popper to discuss more offseason issues for the Knicks, including whether or not Malik Monk is a possible trade target, and the plans surrounding potential contract extensions for Mikal Bridges and Karl-Anthony Towns.

Could Knicks target Malik Monk, do they extend Mikal Bridges and KAT? | The Putback with Ian Begley

On The Putback with Ian Begley, SNY's NBA Insider is joined by Newsday's Steve Popper to discuss several offseason topics for the Knicks, including the organization’s future plans for Mitchell Robinson, potential free agents to pursue, and whether or not members of last year’s draft class will see more playing time next season.

Will the Knicks keep or trade Mitchell Robinson this offseason? | The Putback with Ian Begley

On The Putback with Ian Begley, SNY's NBA Insider is joined by Newsday's Steve Popper to discuss the state of the Eastern Conference after Tyrese Haliburton, Jayson Tatum, and Damian Lillard's Achilles injuries in the playoffs and where the Knicks stand.

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