Charlie Voelker
Thursday, Rodgers Gets A Glimpse Of Life After New York Jets
It's fitting that the New York Jets are playing in this year's NFL Hall of Fame Game in Canton, Ohio on Thursday at 8pm. Two former Gang Green greats are amongst the class of nine being inducted this week, defensive lineman, Joe Klecko and cornerback, Darrelle Revis.
The New York Mets Traded The ‘Franchise’, Why Not The Polar Bear?
Each year, as the Major League Baseball trade deadline comes and goes, many fans are left disappointed, as they watch their favorite player or players shipped to a new city. These days, most of those deals are done to save a little money or to buy into the team's future with prospects.
20 Years Ago – A Trade That Changed Today’s New York Yankees
As general managers across Major League Baseball prepare for the final minutes of the official 2023 trading season, New York Yankees GM Brian Cashman knows, better than most, that one of these deals could effect a franchise for decades to come. On July 31, 2003, Cashman made one of those trades.
Barkley Deal Says Everything About New York Giants Culture
As the New York Giants made the University at Albany their summer home from 1997-2012, those that worked in the Great Danes' athletic department enjoyed a firsthand look at Big Blue's internal operation, the heartbeat of any team. Gauging from Saquon Barkley's about-face contract Tuesday, things haven't changed much.
Damar Hamlin Fight Continues…Could Get Cut By Buffalo Bills
Buffalo Bills' safety Damar Hamlin had to fight for his life, surrounded by his teammates, on national television. Thankfully, Hamlin won that fight and the world got to see the terrific person that wears #3 for the Buffalo Bills. However, all of the global support he received may not be able to save Hamlin's roster spot.
Some Mets Players Begin To Eye Final Days At Home In New York
When right-handed relief pitcher, David Robertson signed a one-year $10 million contract at Citi Field back in December, the last that crossed his mind was that his new team, coming off 101-wins and a playoff appearance in 2022, would be out of the post-season tournament picture by August 1st. Well David, welcome to the New York Mets.
New York Giants SB XXV Champ Says Saquon Didn’t “Man Up”
When you turn down about $20 million in guaranteed money in any profession, people are going to question your decision. When the criticism comes from a person who had the same job and was tremendously successful at it, the assessment carries a little more weight.
New York Looks To Ban Contests With Bounty On Coyotes & Squirrels
For well over a century, maybe two, towns, hunting clubs and various organizations across New York State, and the country, have held fundraisers that pay cash and prizes to hunters and/or trappers that bring in the largest coyote or the heaviest sack of squirrels. Now, 8 states across the nation have banned such contests and Empire State Governor Kathy Hochul is contemplating signing a bill, passed by the legislature to join-in.
Buck Likely Facing Last Few Months At The Helm In New York
It all started out so promisingly. The 2022 New York Mets jumped ahead to a 10.5 game lead over the Atlanta Braves in the National League East on June 1st. However, by the beginning of October of last season, that lead was gone and the rest is history. Manager Buck Showalter, once again, got his team close to a championship but lost in the process.
5 Questions Facing The New York Jets & Aaron Rodgers On Wednesday
On Wednesday, the New York Jets will be opening their official 2023 training camp, featuring their new aging-star, Aaron Rodgers. Will this version of Gang Green be any different from the past 53-years?
Aaron Rodgers Is Already Helping The Buffalo Bills
As training camp nears, the silence around the Buffalo Bills is more than a welcome sound or lack-there-of. Last season the was anything but quiet for head coach Sean McDermott and his team.
New York Jets Should Feel Lucky To Be On HBO’s ‘Hard Knocks’
New York Jets head coach was pretty clear that he wanted no part of his football team being featured on the HBO show, 'Hard Knocks'. However, if history repeats itself, it wouldn't be the worst thing.
Clock Is Ticking On Direction Of New York Giants 2023 Season
NFL players have until 4pm Monday to sign their franchise tags or negotiate new contracts. Few teams may have as much riding on this deadline as the New York Giants.
Sharks Begin To Circle New York Yankee Manager
When a Major League Baseball general manager fires a support coach, managers get a little nervous. When that specific general manager has never done that before, in his career, and does it, well nervous is most definitely an understatement.
Cashman Holds The Cards To Bring Juan Soto To The Bronx
If New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman wants to add to his World Championship legacy in the Bronx, then he needs play some of his precious prospect-cards, now. With Aaron Judge's big toe in question that it could be a problem for, at least, the remainder of the season, it's time for Cashman to go all-in before the trade deadline in a few weeks.
Despondent New York Mets Fans, ‘Ya Gotta Believe’
'Ya Gotta Believe' was a slogan that New York Mets fans clung onto 50 years ago this summer. Famous Mets' reliever Tug McGraw, father of country music star Tim McGraw, coined the phrase during the Amazin's improbable run to the World Series in 1973.
Four Swimmers Attacked By Sharks On New York Beaches
For the second straight summer, July has started out like a scene from "Jaws" on New York beaches. Four swimmers were attacked and bitten over the past holiday weekend.
‘Goose’ Lands On ‘The Drive’ Week Prior To SPAC Show
There are a ton of parallels between being a sports fan and a live music fan. A great concert set-list by a favorite artist can generate the same excitement amongst the crowd, as a last-second three-pointer or walk-off victory.
Cone Could Relate To New York Yankees Perfection
Few people can relate to what Domingo German did against the Oakland A's on Wednesday night. Most are aware that German was only the 24th pitcher in Major League Baseball history to pitch a perfect game. The 16th pitcher to do it was sitting by, enjoying every pitch.
Some 1986 New York Mets “Not Surprised” With 2023 Downfall
Winners know something about winning. Many of them also know why teams go from winners to losers. There is little doubt that a few members of the 1986 New York Mets know a little something about both subjects.
Ex-New York Giant Blames MetLife Stadium For End of Career
There is a debate continuing to brew in the NFL between the players and the owners relating to artificial surfaces and natural grass. The NFL Players Association released data in April that said that injuries happened at a higher rate on artificial grass in the 2022 season. They want natural grass in as many stadiums as possible.
New York Yankees Still Dancing Without ‘Big Toe’
The is little doubt that Aaron Judge is the New York Yankees most valuable player. As actor/comedian Bill Murray described himself to his army troop in the movie "Stripes", Judge is the Yankees' big toe.
Tri-City ValleyCats Look To Supreme Court In Battle vs. MLB
The ValleyCats and their fans were left without a team. As a result, ValleyCats President Rick Murphy, along with the other owners stripped of their affiliation took the MLB to court.
Hochul Deciding On Possible Veto Of New York’s Mail-In Vote Act
In 2021, New York State voters convincingly rejected a referendum to expand mail-in voting. In an attempt to circumvent the wishes of their constituents, the state Senate and Assembly passed The New York Early Voter Act on June 9th.
New York Mets Needed Relief, So They Called A Doctor – Sort Of…
The New York Mets bullpen ranks 27th out of 30 teams in Major League Baseball. With right-handed reliever Drew Smith serving a 10-game suspension for a foreign substance on his pitching hand, manager Buck Showalter needed some relief. So, the team called-up right-hander pitcher Grant Hartwig from triple-A Syracuse, who thought he would be medical school these days instead of the big leagues.
Saratoga Poised For Spring & Summer Racing Plus A Triple Crown!
Saratoga Race Course has long been a crown jewel of the New York Racing Association. Soon the historic race track may host the biggest crown in horse racing, the Triple Crown.
Cohen’s Billion$ Of Reasons Not To Clean House With New York Mets
Owner of the New York Mets, Steve Cohen is worth about $13.2 billion, depending on what day it is. Say what you want about the accumulation of that wealth, but there is no doubt Cohen is a shrewd businessman and Mets fans should expect nothing less when it comes to running his team.
Shenendehowa Admin Strikes Out On Softball/Prom Decision
A close friend of mine calls it, "the pursuit of the little trophy." The definition is basically, "adults pursuing personal/school accolades gained through the athletic performance of kids." This story seems to fit that phrase. Seven senior softball players choose going to their senior prom over the possibility of playing in a state championship game on Saturday. Then the athletic director, who is supposed to be an educational administrator, publicly questioned their decisions?
Smoke Cancels Racing At Belmont Park 48 Hours Prior To Stakes
As smoke from over 300 Canadian wildfires wreaks havoc on the air quality in northeast, the sports world continues its navigation through these unique circumstances
Ex-New York Giant Beats Murder Rap; Wants Return To NFL
Former New York Giants wide-receiver, Travis Rudolph was found not guilty on Wednesday on charges stemming from an April of 2021 shooting that left one man dead.