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New York BEACHES OF TERROR: 5th Shark Victim Bit Wednesday Night
New York BEACHES OF TERROR: 5th Shark Victim Bit Wednesday Night
New York BEACHES OF TERROR: 5th Shark Victim Bit Wednesday Night
Truly out of the pages of "Jaws", New York beachgoers have a real question on their hands. Is is safe to go in the water? And, if you are on any of the southern Long Island beaches from the Rockaways to Montauk, the answer right now is NO. On Wednesday night, the 5th shark bit victim in two weeks and the 2nd in ONE DAY occurred in waist deep water off the beaches of Fire Island, less than 50 miles from where a surfer was hit Wednesday morning in Smith Point.
UPDATE: 4th Shark Attack Hits Surfer On New York Beach
UPDATE: 4th Shark Attack Hits Surfer On New York Beach
UPDATE: 4th Shark Attack Hits Surfer On New York Beach
According to reports, a surfer was attacked by a shark Wednesday morning. The attack happened off the same beach that a lifeguard was attacked by a shark a little more than a week ago. The attack happened at Smith Point County Park in Shirley, New York and was confirmed by a parks official.
Ex-Syracuse Orange Crushes It In NBA Summer League
Ex-Syracuse Orange Crushes It In NBA Summer League
Ex-Syracuse Orange Crushes It In NBA Summer League
Being a coach's son or daughter, it has its advantages and disadvantages. When you are a coaching legend's child expectations can often be, well, legendary. Syracuse hoops fans had some of those projections satisfied on Tuesday, when their head coach, Jim Boeheim's sons took the court in the NBA Summer League for the Detroit Pistons.
New York Yankees Fans Finally Get Inside Scoop On Jeter and A-Rod
New York Yankees Fans Finally Get Inside Scoop On Jeter and A-Rod
New York Yankees Fans Finally Get Inside Scoop On Jeter and A-Rod
New York Yankees Hall of Famer Derek Jeter owns a World Series ring for every finger on one hand. #2 is unquestionably one of the greatest champions of all time. But how much did Yankees fans get to know their "Captain"? Jeter has always been a very private and measured person. The Pinstripes faithful struggled to get an inside look at their beloved shortstop. That changes on Monday.
New York Mets’ Polar Bear Looks For 3-PETE Record In HR Derby
New York Mets’ Polar Bear Looks For 3-PETE Record In HR Derby
New York Mets’ Polar Bear Looks For 3-PETE Record In HR Derby
He is certainly the most popular player on the New York Mets and for the last two All Star Home Run Derbies, he has been a fan favorite, as well. On Monday, the Amazin's first baseman slugger and two-time defending champion, Pete Alonso confirmed that he will indeed participate in the 2022 mid-summer classic Derby. It's not really a surprise since the man dubbed the "polar bear" seems to REALLY love this event.
3rd New York Shark Attack Prompts Dangerous Marine Life Warning!
3rd New York Shark Attack Prompts Dangerous Marine Life Warning!
3rd New York Shark Attack Prompts Dangerous Marine Life Warning!
A lifeguard swimming off Fire Island on Thursday was bitten in the foot by a shark. Three shark attacks in one week, off the beaches of Long Island, have prompted "Dangerous Marine Life" warning flags for some New York beaches. The first thing that may come to mind is the 1975 classic movie, "Jaws." It was just a movie...right? Was there a real life "Jaws" situation, where one shark was targeting human victims? As far as we know, the answer is YES!
Hurler From Latham Should Be Trade Target For Yankees & Mets
Hurler From Latham Should Be Trade Target For Yankees & Mets
Hurler From Latham Should Be Trade Target For Yankees & Mets
In the upcoming mid-season trade bonanza that will begin over the next few weeks, the New York Yankees and Mets will be searching for ways to improve their bullpens. With the second best bullpen in Major League Baseball, the Pinstripes will be fine tuning. With the 11th best bullpen in MLB, the Amazin's will need a few pieces, if they hope to hold off Atlanta in the National League East. From the looks of it, both teams can use a player that used to climb the hill for the Shaker High School Bisons.
The “Troll” Will Put New York Mets Back On Top In NL
The “Troll” Will Put New York Mets Back On Top In NL
The “Troll” Will Put New York Mets Back On Top In NL
The Los Angelas Dodgers own the best record in the National League right now. LA's pitching and potent offense have made them the favorite out of the NL to face the Yankees in the World Series. The Mets are close behind but have been falling back to Earth as of late, as seen Tuesday in 1-0 loss to the lowly Cincinnati Reds. The Amazin's need a spark, maybe a secret weapon.
Pro Football Focus Says New York Giants Are Worse Than Last Year?
Pro Football Focus Says New York Giants Are Worse Than Last Year?
Pro Football Focus Says New York Giants Are Worse Than Last Year?
There is little question that the New York Giants appear to be going in a better direction than they were a year ago. The subtraction of former general manager Dave Gettleman was enough to propel Big Blue up in my rankings. New GM Joe Schoen and his confident first-year head coach Brian Daboll are attempting to create Buffalo south in East Rutherford, NJ. However, Ben Linsey and Pro Football Focus (@PFF) ranked all 32 NFL teams on ESPN+. Will the Giants be better in 2022? If they are, it may not be because of the players.
Where Did Pro Football Focus (PFF) Rank The 2022 Buffalo Bills?
Where Did Pro Football Focus (PFF) Rank The 2022 Buffalo Bills?
Where Did Pro Football Focus (PFF) Rank The 2022 Buffalo Bills?
Coming off of a disappointing playoff loss to the Kansas City Chiefs in January, the Buffalo Bills didn't wait long to improve, making impact free agent signings, like star linebacker Von Miller and new Josh Allen weapon, wide receiver, Jamison Crowder. The team with arguably the most talented quarterback actually got better. Today on The Drive with Charlie & Dan, we had Dwain McFarland from Pro Football Focus (PFF), an analytics site that focuses on information useful for fantasy football. PFF thinks the Bills are pretty good this year.
Kumar Ready To Rock Joe Bruno Stadium In Troy Again This Week
Kumar Ready To Rock Joe Bruno Stadium In Troy Again This Week
Kumar Ready To Rock Joe Bruno Stadium In Troy Again This Week
He was selected with the No. 10 overall pick in last summer's MLB amateur draft. However, the Vanderbilt star was unable to sign with the team that chose him, the New York Mets. The front office for the Mets allegedly saw something they didn't like in Rocker's physical and subsequently reduced their bonus offer. When your representative is Super Agent, Scott Boras, you don't sign reduced contracts.
Buck’s ‘Regular Irregular’ Keeps New York Mets Afloat
Buck’s ‘Regular Irregular’ Keeps New York Mets Afloat
Buck’s ‘Regular Irregular’ Keeps New York Mets Afloat
It takes a lot to win a World Championship in Major League Baseball. Successfully getting through injuries is one of the biggest obstacles that teams face. New York Mets manager Buck Showalter certainly knows the value of a player that he can plug into a few different positions in the field and can competently handle the bat when coming off bench or when put into the everyday line-up. This year, that's Buck's "regular irregular."
Ex-New York Met Thor Fixes Hair During A Brawl
Ex-New York Met Thor Fixes Hair During A Brawl
Ex-New York Met Thor Fixes Hair During A Brawl
Some guys set themself up for a little ribbing when they get caught doing something funny. Former New York Mets pitcher, Noah Syndergaard, aka Thor, is one of those guys. On Sunday, in a brawl between Thor's new team, the Los Angelas Angels and the Seattle Mariners, the 6'6" right-hander did something that has Mets fans and Twitter abuzz!
New York Yankees To Celebrate Jerry Garcia’s 80th Birthday
New York Yankees To Celebrate Jerry Garcia’s 80th Birthday
New York Yankees To Celebrate Jerry Garcia’s 80th Birthday
The New York Yankees will jump on the bandwagon of Major League Baseball teams, along with many minor league teams, in celebrating the late rock n' roll legend Jerry Garcia and his band, the Grateful Dead. The Pinstripes will join the San Francisco Giants, Garcia's hometown team, the Boston Red Sox and the Cincinnati Reds in such celebrations during the 2022 season.
Boy Tries To Steal Second Base During New York Mets Game
Boy Tries To Steal Second Base During New York Mets Game
Boy Tries To Steal Second Base During New York Mets Game
Having worked in minor league baseball, one learns that in-between-innings promotions with little kids don't always go exactly how planned. In fact, even in the big leagues a six-year-old does what, well, a six-year-old does! Who knows what that is going to be? Tuesday night, as the Mets were taking on the Astros, the Houston promotional staff and players got a big surprise from six-year-old "Oliver," during a fan contest.
Who Is The King Of New York Baseball Judge or Alonso?
Who Is The King Of New York Baseball Judge or Alonso?
Who Is The King Of New York Baseball Judge or Alonso?
As the first day of summer dawns, the two New York Major League Baseball teams are on a collision course for another Subway World Series for the first time in more than two decades. The Yankees have the best record in baseball. The Mets have the second best scorecard. In a few weeks, the two will face off for their regular season series. Maybe then we will see which team is better. However, which team has the best all around player? Who is the king of New York baseball?
3 Fun Games Will Make Your Little Leaguers A Better Players
3 Fun Games Will Make Your Little Leaguers A Better Players
3 Fun Games Will Make Your Little Leaguers A Better Players
The hardest thing for a baseball coach or a parent to do, is to make practice fun. Especially at the younger ages, fun practices help engage the players and teach them valuable fundamentals at the same time. Making competition fun is a key aspect of being a good baseball player. Here are 3 baseball game/drills that are fun and will help make your Little Leaguer a better player.
Fired New York Coach May Get Free Beer For Life
Fired New York Coach May Get Free Beer For Life
Fired New York Coach May Get Free Beer For Life
Sometimes your glass is half-full. Sometimes your glass is half-empty. It's tough to look at getting fired from a storied franchise, which you helped return to glory with back to back Stanley Cup semi-final appearances one season ago, as a half-full event. However, in some cases, the grass may actually be greener or "hoppier" on the other side.
This Carpenter Has Many Tools That Help New York Yankees
This Carpenter Has Many Tools That Help New York Yankees
This Carpenter Has Many Tools That Help New York Yankees
It's hard to go through a minor league system, spend 11 years with one Major League organization and then just move on. The St. Louis Cardinals were done with Matt Carpenter and bought out his option in November. The 36 year-old utility master, who has played significant time at 1st, 2nd, 3rd, left field and right field, knew someone could use his tools. In addition to his defensive skills, the 3-time All Star has a Silver Slugger Award in that belt.
The Pride Of Saugerties’ Sloppy Chug Fires Up Rangers Fans
The Pride Of Saugerties’ Sloppy Chug Fires Up Rangers Fans
The Pride Of Saugerties’ Sloppy Chug Fires Up Rangers Fans
The New York Rangers faithful needed little to get them going on Thursday at Madison Square Garden for Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Finals against the defending two-time Stanley Cup Champion, Tampa Bay Lightning. Throughout the Blueshirts magical postseason run, celebrities and pro athletes have lit up the Garden's Jumbotron, much to the crowd's delight.
New York Mets Question Marks Stack As Atlanta Gets Hot
New York Mets Question Marks Stack As Atlanta Gets Hot
New York Mets Question Marks Stack As Atlanta Gets Hot
True New York Mets fans hold their breath, wait for the next shoe to drop, etc, until about the second week in October. When that rare occurrence happens and their beloved team makes the playoffs, they will be generally satisfied and begin to enjoy the winning experience. Until that point, it's early and plenty of bad stuff can and has happened to this franchise.
Sir Charles Dunks On The New York Knicks Roster
Sir Charles Dunks On The New York Knicks Roster
Sir Charles Dunks On The New York Knicks Roster
NBA Hall of Famer and TV commentator Charles Barkley has never been shy with his assessments, nor should he be given his occupation. However on Wednesday, while he was promoting a celebrity golf tournament, he took aim some pretty low hanging fruit, the New York Knicks. The franchise's president, Leon Rose is already feeling the heat for the roster he has assembled. Now it is clear that the basketball community's patience with Rose's plan is wearing thin.
How About A Cool Day Of Capital Region Golf As A Gift For Dad?
How About A Cool Day Of Capital Region Golf As A Gift For Dad?
How About A Cool Day Of Capital Region Golf As A Gift For Dad?
With Father's Day quickly approaching, a chance to give that extra special gift is rapidly diminishing. Golf gift certificates are great but they are usually for one greens fee or the pro shop. Why not give Dad the opportunity to take whomever he wants out for a day of golf? This is definitely a gift on the pricey side, so shakedown those siblings to put some cash towards a memorable Father's Day gift.

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