http://web.sny.tv/index.jsp SNY.tv: The Official Site of SportsNet New York Wed, 22 Feb 2012 17:10:58 EDT cms@mlb.com http://www.zagsblog.com/2012/02/22/pitino-gets-his-wish-ii-temple-to-the-big-east-in-2012/ Wed, 22 Feb 2012 16:40:00 EDT http://www.zagsblog.com/2012/02/22/pitino-gets-his-wish-ii-temple-to-the-big-east-in-2012/ With West Virginia (and the Big 12) set to pay $20 million to secure the Mountaineers' exit, the Big East needed a football team for the 2012 season. According to reports, the conference has its school in Temple, which will join for football and basketball. By Adam Zagoria http://web.sny.tv/photos/gallery.jsp?content_id=26799934 Wed, 22 Feb 2012 15:36:00 EDT http://web.sny.tv/photos/gallery.jsp?content_id=26799934 Even though their official report date hasn't arrived, many Mets position players have found their way to Port St. Lucie, Fla., for Spring Training. There they join Johan Santana, who is working his way back from a shoulder injury, and other pitchers and catchers. http://web.sny.tv/media/video.jsp?content_id=20103321&topic_id=6479520 Wed, 22 Feb 2012 12:55:00 EDT http://web.sny.tv/media/video.jsp?content_id=20103321&topic_id=6479520 With Tuesday night's win over Georgetown, Seton Hall helped make its case for the NCAA Tournament. Adam Zagoria talks to Pirates assistant coach Dan McHale in the wake of the upset. The Pirates have not made the dance since 2006 and have not won a tournament game since 2004. http://sujuiceonline.com/2012/02/22/syracuse-basketball-shooting-problem-kris-joseph/ Wed, 22 Feb 2012 11:49:00 EDT http://sujuiceonline.com/2012/02/22/syracuse-basketball-shooting-problem-kris-joseph/ As recently as last month, Syracuse boasted three players who played more than 15 minutes per game and shot better than 40 percent on 3-pointers. But the Orange have slumped recently with James Southerland, Brandon Triche and Kris Joseph falling on cold streaks. By Jeff Irvine http://web.sny.tv/media/video.jsp?content_id=20103157 Wed, 22 Feb 2012 10:55:00 EDT http://web.sny.tv/media/video.jsp?content_id=20103157 David Robertson is the heir apparent to closer Mariano Rivera, who has been finishing games for the Yankees since 1997. But despite Rivera's hints to his retirement after 2012, Robertson isn't counting out more from the reliever he described as irreplaceable. http://www.metsblog.com/2012/02/22/links-to-read-on-terry-collins-expectations-for-johan/ Wed, 22 Feb 2012 09:57:00 EDT http://www.metsblog.com/2012/02/22/links-to-read-on-terry-collins-expectations-for-johan/ Terry Collins said Tuesday that his heart has told him that Johan Santana will start on Opening Day. But what will the lefty's shoulder have to say about the matter? No matter how confident Collins is, the Mets should believe Santana's health when they see it. By Matthew Cerrone http://www.snyrangersblog.com/2012/02/21/final-penguins-2-rangers-0/ Tue, 21 Feb 2012 22:47:00 EDT http://www.snyrangersblog.com/2012/02/21/final-penguins-2-rangers-0/ Marc-Andre Fleury stopped all 27 shots to tie Tom Barrasso's franchise record for career shutouts, and Evgeni Malkin recorded a goal and an assist as the Penguins beat the Rangers in Pittsburgh for the first time since 2009 on Tuesday evening. By Adam Rotter http://itsaboutthemoney.net/archives/2012/02/21/yankees-agree-to-terms-with-eric-chavez/ Wed, 22 Feb 2012 01:46:00 EDT http://itsaboutthemoney.net/archives/2012/02/21/yankees-agree-to-terms-with-eric-chavez/ According to a report, the Yankees have re-signed infielder Eric Chavez to a one-year, $900,000 contract. The 34 year old recorded a slash line of .263/.320/.356 as a backup for New York in 2011. He is expected to serve a similar role in 2012, filling in at first base and third base. By Brien Jackson http://www.islanderspointblank.com/2012/02/sabres-2-islanders-1-early-goal-insurance-tally-propels-sabres-past-late-surging-isles/ Tue, 21 Feb 2012 23:13:00 EDT http://www.islanderspointblank.com/2012/02/sabres-2-islanders-1-early-goal-insurance-tally-propels-sabres-past-late-surging-isles/ After losing his shutout late in the third period, Buffalo goalie Ryan Miller quickly turned his attention to ensuring the Sabres didn't fall to the Isles on Tuesday. He did just that, making up for allowing a soft goal by stopping Matt Moulson in the final minutes of a 30-save outing vs. New York. By Alan Avital http://sny.stats.com/nhl/recap.asp?g=2012022121&home=21&vis=11&final=true Tue, 21 Feb 2012 23:28:00 EDT http://sny.stats.com/nhl/recap.asp?g=2012022121&home=21&vis=11&final=true Pads still strapped on his legs, Jonas Gustavsson was a lonely figure in the Maple Leafs' dressing room well after a disappointing loss. The goalie misplayed a shot by Mark Fayne in overtime that was going wide, but instead wound up in the net as the Devils escaped with a 4-3 win Tuesday. http://www.zagsblog.com/2012/02/21/jordan-theodore-i-just-want-to-dance-so-bad/ Tue, 21 Feb 2012 21:22:00 EDT http://www.zagsblog.com/2012/02/21/jordan-theodore-i-just-want-to-dance-so-bad/ In an excellent shooting performance vs. one of the Big East's best teams Tuesday night, Jordan Theodore scored a career-high 29 points to lead Seton Hall to the signature win it needed for its NCAA tournament résumé, a 73-55 victory over No. 9 Georgetown. By Adam Zagoria http://sny.stats.com/nba/story.asp?i=20120221171020129123408&ref=hea&tm=&src= Tue, 21 Feb 2012 20:05:00 EDT http://sny.stats.com/nba/story.asp?i=20120221171020129123408&ref=hea&tm=&src= Nets forward Shawne Williams will undergo surgery Wednesday to remove a bone fragment from his left foot. The operation will be performed by a foot specialist and team orthopedist Dr. Riley Williams III. A timetable for Williams' return will be determined following the procedure. http://www.metsblog.com/2012/02/21/mookie-wilson-to-remain-in-mets-organization/ Tue, 21 Feb 2012 18:25:00 EDT http://www.metsblog.com/2012/02/21/mookie-wilson-to-remain-in-mets-organization/ Mookie Wilson is remaining with the Mets as an instructor and a team ambassador at sponsor and charity gatherings. The former outfielder will work in Spring Training with both Major and Minor Leaguers, and he will visit farm teams during the season. http://web.sny.tv/media/video.jsp?content_id=20102625 Tue, 21 Feb 2012 15:39:00 EDT http://web.sny.tv/media/video.jsp?content_id=20102625 Johan Santana thew his second bullpen session of the spring Tuesday and felt good after 29 pitches. The lefty, who missed all of 2011 with a shoulder injury, hopes to be ready for Opening Day. Manager Terry Collins said Tuesday he feels confident in that date as well. http://www.snyrangersblog.com/2012/02/21/buzz-the-rangers-as-a-landing-spot-for-ales-hemsky/ Tue, 21 Feb 2012 15:06:00 EDT http://www.snyrangersblog.com/2012/02/21/buzz-the-rangers-as-a-landing-spot-for-ales-hemsky/ Despite reports they are in continuous talks to acquire Columbus captain Rick Nash, the Rangers have been exploring other options. One of those is Edmonton winger Ales Hemsky, an unrestricted free agent after the season who could help the Rangers come playoff time. http://www.metsblog.com/2012/02/21/latest-from-psl-davey-johnson-said-what/ Tue, 21 Feb 2012 13:24:00 EDT http://www.metsblog.com/2012/02/21/latest-from-psl-davey-johnson-said-what/ Ruben Tejada, who manager Terry Collins says can be a special player, still has not made it to the United States. He has had problems obtaining a visa and is set to meet with the Panamanian embassy. In other news, Davey Johnson made a bold statement in Nats camp. http://www.zagsblog.com/2012/02/21/lin-melo-pairing-still-a-work-in-progress/ Tue, 21 Feb 2012 12:03:00 EDT http://www.zagsblog.com/2012/02/21/lin-melo-pairing-still-a-work-in-progress/ With Carmelo Anthony sidelined, the Knicks played their best basketball of the season behind Jeremy Lin. But the sensation has not played much with Anthony, and the players may need time to learn to co-exist. With both players active, the Knicks fell to the lowly Nets on Monday. By Josh Newman http://itsaboutthemoney.net/archives/2012/02/21/projecting-brett-gardner/ Tue, 21 Feb 2012 11:28:00 EDT http://itsaboutthemoney.net/archives/2012/02/21/projecting-brett-gardner/ Brett Gardner is a fun baseball player to watch. But seeing him day in and day out was a bit vexing in 2011. As a defensive player, he has no peers in left field. But his offense can be inconsistent. He finished 2011 with a .259/.345/.368 line. What will happen in 2012? By William Tasker http://web.sny.tv/media/video.jsp?content_id=20101951 Tue, 21 Feb 2012 10:27:00 EDT http://web.sny.tv/media/video.jsp?content_id=20101951 Given the personnel losses and the improvements of other teams in their division, the Mets did not inspire great hopes in the offseason. In his first news conference of 2012, Terry Collins acknowledged this but said his team has a different view of 2012 as they begin their workouts. http://www.theknicksblog.com/2012/02/20/recap-nets-100-knicks-92/ Mon, 20 Feb 2012 01:05:00 EDT http://www.theknicksblog.com/2012/02/20/recap-nets-100-knicks-92/ Deron Williams finally stole the spotlight from Jeremy Lin. The guard posted a game-high 38 points as the Nets went on to stun the Knicks, 100-92, on Monday night. Carmelo Anthony, who returned after missing seven games, scored 11 points, and Lin accrued a team-high 21 points. By Tommy Dee http://sny.stats.com/cbk/recap.asp?g=201202200534&home=534&vis=164&final=true Tue, 21 Feb 2012 00:18:00 EDT http://sny.stats.com/cbk/recap.asp?g=201202200534&home=534&vis=164&final=true The Red Storm are finally bouncing back. D'Angelo Harrison netted 23 points and Amir Garrett added a season-high 18 to lead St. John's to a 79-72 victory over DePaul on Monday night. The team has won its last two games after losing four games in a row. http://www.giantsfootballblog.com/2012/02/20/osi-is-cool-with-whatever-happens-next/ Mon, 20 Feb 2012 22:42:00 EDT http://www.giantsfootballblog.com/2012/02/20/osi-is-cool-with-whatever-happens-next/ With two Super Bowl rings, Osi Umenyiora has no complaints about playing in New York. But, if his time is up, he'll be OK. The 30-year-old defensive end, who has played his entire nine-year career with the Giants, is entering the final year of a seven-year, $41.3 million deal. By John Fennelly http://www.huskieblog.com/2012/02/napier-delivers-last-second-three-uconn-tops-villanova-in-ot/ Mon, 20 Feb 2012 21:43:00 EDT http://www.huskieblog.com/2012/02/napier-delivers-last-second-three-uconn-tops-villanova-in-ot/ Just a game after Shabazz Napier questioned his teammates' hearts, the UConn guard drilled a 3-point shot with 0.6 seconds remaining in overtime to give the Huskies a 73-70 victory over Villanova. UConn really needed a win: The team has only won three of its last 10 games. By Neill Ostrout http://www.islanderspointblank.com/2012/02/senators-6-islanders-0-beaten-at-home-again-by-mid-level-eastern-team/ Mon, 20 Feb 2012 20:10:00 EDT http://www.islanderspointblank.com/2012/02/senators-6-islanders-0-beaten-at-home-again-by-mid-level-eastern-team/ Once again, the Islanders have lost to an average Eastern Conference team, falling to the Ottawa Senators, 6-0, on Monday afternoon. So far, the Isles are 5-4-1 this month, which is decent; however, the team has had a 2-3-1 record when playing at home against poor competition. By Kevin Schultz http://www.thejetsblog.com/2012/02/20/jets-not-expected-to-tag-sione/ Mon, 20 Feb 2012 19:50:00 EDT http://www.thejetsblog.com/2012/02/20/jets-not-expected-to-tag-sione/ Starting on Monday, NFL teams could begin using the franchise tag on their free agents up through March 5. According to reports, the Jets are not expected to tag nose tackle Sione Pouha because the team is limited by the amount of cap space it has at its disposal. By Weeks http://www.zagsblog.com/2012/02/20/harkless-harrison-battling-for-big-east-rookie-honors/ Mon, 20 Feb 2012 16:34:00 EDT http://www.zagsblog.com/2012/02/20/harkless-harrison-battling-for-big-east-rookie-honors/ A St. John's player could nab the Big East's Rookie of the Year award. Red Storm forward Moe Harkless leads the conference's rookies with 8.7 rebounds per contest and ranks second with an average of 15.7 points, a total that's only been bested by teammate D’Angelo Harrison. By Adam Zagoria http://sny.stats.com/mlb/story.asp?i=20120220133702433438408&ref=hea&tm=&src= Mon, 20 Feb 2012 15:25:00 EDT http://sny.stats.com/mlb/story.asp?i=20120220133702433438408&ref=hea&tm=&src= Mariano Rivera hinted 2012 could be his final year in the Major Leagues, saying he won't announce his plans until after the season. The Yankees closer says he has reached a decision about whether he will retire or return in 2013 but that he won't reveal his decision until "maybe October." http://sny.stats.com/mlb/story.asp?i=20120220121803319418508&ref=hea&tm=&src= Mon, 20 Feb 2012 13:33:00 EDT http://sny.stats.com/mlb/story.asp?i=20120220121803319418508&ref=hea&tm=&src= Speaking to the media from the Pirates' Spring Training home, A.J. Burnett said that he was relieved to leave the Bronx. The former Yankees right-hander revealed that he lost confidence after allowing a few too many people to tinker with his pitching mechanics. http://www.snywhyguys.com/2012/02/19/velocity-and-the-mets-rotation/ Mon, 20 Feb 2012 12:02:00 EDT http://www.snywhyguys.com/2012/02/19/velocity-and-the-mets-rotation/ There is a school of thought that says a pitcher's value is correlated to how hard he throws. With that in mind, the Mets' starters have the speed to rack up many victories in 2012. Mike Pelfrey, whose fastball exceeds 92 mph, has proven that he has the stuff to win consistently in the Majors. By Rob Steingall http://itsaboutthemoney.net/archives/2012/02/20/yankees-agree-to-one-year-deal-with-raul-ibanez/ Mon, 20 Feb 2012 10:14:00 EDT http://itsaboutthemoney.net/archives/2012/02/20/yankees-agree-to-one-year-deal-with-raul-ibanez/ The Yankees have reportedly signed veteran Raul Ibanez. The 39-year-old slugger is expected to receive the bulk of the team's at-bats vs. right-handed hurlers, against whom he hit .256 with 16 homers and 60 RBIs in 2011 with the Philadelphia Phillies. By Tamar Chalker http://www.snyrangersblog.com/2012/02/19/final-rangers-3-blue-jackets-2-fot/ Sun, 19 Feb 2012 22:49:00 EDT http://www.snyrangersblog.com/2012/02/19/final-rangers-3-blue-jackets-2-fot/ Derek Stepan scored 22 seconds into overtime, and the New York Rangers overcame a late tying goal by Columbus in a 3-2 victory over the Blue Jackets on Sunday night. Artem Anisimov and Brad Richards also scored for the Blueshirts. Henrik Lundqvist made 21 of 23 saves. By Adam Rotter http://web.sny.tv/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120219&content_id=26758920&vkey=8 Sun, 19 Feb 2012 23:28:00 EDT http://web.sny.tv/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120219&content_id=26758920&vkey=8 If you're not looking forward to this week in New York sports, you're probably a Nets or Islanders fan. Spring Training begins for both the Mets and Yanks, the Devils and Rangers continue their hot play on the ice, and some kid named Jeremy Lin is lighting up the NBA with his spectacular play. By Brian DiMenna http://sny.stats.com/nhl/recap.asp?g=2012021910 Sun, 19 Feb 2012 22:27:00 EDT http://sny.stats.com/nhl/recap.asp?g=2012021910 Zach Parise, David Clarkson and Matt Taormina scored and Martin Brodeur made 21 saves to help the New Jersey Devils beat the Montreal Canadiens, 3-1, on Sunday night. The Devils improved to 34-20-4 with their third straight victory and jumped past division rivals Pittsburgh and Philadelphia. http://itsaboutthemoney.net/archives/2012/02/19/burnett-deal-official/ Sun, 19 Feb 2012 21:50:00 EDT http://itsaboutthemoney.net/archives/2012/02/19/burnett-deal-official/ The deal is finally done: Yankee fans will not have A.J. Burnett to kick around anymore. Burnett passed his physical and MLB approved the deal sending the pitcher to the Pirates for cash and two prospects. The right-hander signed a five-year deal with the Bombers in 2008. By William Tasker http://sny.stats.com/nba/recap.asp?g=2012021917&home=17&vis=15&final=true Sun, 19 Feb 2012 21:46:00 EDT http://sny.stats.com/nba/recap.asp?g=2012021917&home=17&vis=15&final=true Ersan Ilyasova had career highs of 29 points and 25 rebounds, and the Milwaukee Bucks snapped a four-game losing streak with a 92-85 victory over New Jersey on Sunday night, spoiling the season debut of Nets center Brook Lopez. Deron Williams had 26 points to lead New Jersey. http://www.metsblog.com/2012/02/19/k-rod-may-take-legal-action-against-former-agents/ Sun, 19 Feb 2012 21:10:00 EDT http://www.metsblog.com/2012/02/19/k-rod-may-take-legal-action-against-former-agents/ Francisco Rodriguez may file either a grievance or a lawsuit against his former agents claiming they failed to file his no-trade list with the league. As a result, the Mets were able to deal Rodriguez to the Brewers, a team which was originally on the list. By Michael Baron http://web.sny.tv/media/video.jsp?content_id=20100973 Sun, 19 Feb 2012 18:44:00 EDT http://web.sny.tv/media/video.jsp?content_id=20100973 Jeremy Lin scored 28 points and recorded a career-high 14 assists, Steve Novak made four 3-pointers in the fourth quarter, and the Knicks ended the Dallas Mavericks' six-game winning streak with a 104-97 victory Sunday afternoon at Madison Square Garden. By Chris Alvino http://web.sny.tv/media/video.jsp?content_id=20100979 Sun, 19 Feb 2012 15:28:00 EDT http://web.sny.tv/media/video.jsp?content_id=20100979 C.J. Fair scored a career-high 21 points and Scoop Jardine added 17, including a dagger 3-pointer with 1:11 to play, as No. 2 Syracuse earned a 74-64 win over Rutgers on Sunday. Gilvydas Biruta matched his career-high with 21 points for the Scarlet Knights. By Wesley Cheng http://sny.stats.com/nba/story.asp?i=20120218162606656106108&ref=hea&tm=&src= Sun, 19 Feb 2012 13:00:00 EDT http://sny.stats.com/nba/story.asp?i=20120218162606656106108&ref=hea&tm=&src= Nets coach Avery Johnson says center Brook Lopez, who missed the first 32 games of the season with a broken right foot, will start Sunday vs. the Milwaukee Bucks. Getting Lopez back should boost a team that had lost eight straight before facing the league-leading Bulls on Saturday. http://www.theknicksblog.com/2012/02/19/game-32-mavs-at-knicks/ Sun, 19 Feb 2012 12:44:00 EDT http://www.theknicksblog.com/2012/02/19/game-32-mavs-at-knicks/ Knicks forward Carmelo Anthony missed his seventh straight game Sunday because of a strained right groin. The Knicks have J.R. Smith in uniform vs. Dallas after signing him from China on Friday, but coach Mike D'Antoni isn't sure if he will play since he hasn't practiced yet. By Tommy Dee http://itsaboutthemoney.net/archives/2012/02/19/yankees-sign-clay-rapada/ Sun, 19 Feb 2012 11:33:00 EDT http://itsaboutthemoney.net/archives/2012/02/19/yankees-sign-clay-rapada/ The Yankees have reportedly signed former Orioles’ left-handed reliever Clay Rapada to a Minor League contract. Entering his sixth big league season, Rapada was pursued by New York after Hideki Okajima's Spring Training invitation was nixed following a failed physical. By Brien Jackson http://www.metsblog.com/2012/02/19/50-years-ago-today-the-mets-opened-their-1st-camp/ Sun, 19 Feb 2012 10:03:00 EDT http://www.metsblog.com/2012/02/19/50-years-ago-today-the-mets-opened-their-1st-camp/ On this date in 1962, the Mets opened their first Spring Training as the original pitchers and catchers worked out for the first time in St. Petersburg, Fla. New York's National League franchise called the Polo Grounds home until 1964, when they moved into Shea Stadium. http://sny.stats.com/nba/recap.asp?g=2012021804&home=4&vis=17&final=true Sat, 18 Feb 2012 01:35:00 EDT http://sny.stats.com/nba/recap.asp?g=2012021804&home=4&vis=17&final=true After losing eight straight games, New Jersey was ready to make a statement against a team with one of the NBA's best records. The Nets beat the Chicago Bulls, 97-85, on Saturday afternoon, and Kris Humphries posted a double-double with 24 points and 18 rebounds.