Name: Can Knicks win Celtics series after Game 1 heroics from OG Anunoby, Mikal Bridges? | The Putback with Ian Begley
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Description: On The Putback with Ian Begley, SNY's NBA Insider is joined by former Knicks beat reporter Marc Berman and Celtics radio play-by-play commentator Sean Grande to break down New York's big Game 1 win over Boston and what it means for the rest of the series.

Mets

For Mets manager Carlos Mendoza, the "rough patch" the team has hit is directly related to the struggles of the starting rotation. Clay Holmes lamented his performance on Thursday, walking five batters and throwing over a 100 pitches without finishing the fifth inning. It was a difficult night for the offense as well, scoring just a single run but Brandon Nimmo tipped his hat to Atlanta starter Spencer Strider and feels the team breaking out is "right around the corner."

 Carlos Mendoza, Clay Holmes and Brandon Nimmo search for answers as Mets lose sixth straight

The Mets lost their sixth game in a row 7-1 and were swept for the second consecutive series. Mets pitching surrendered nine walks and seven earned runs while Braves starter Scott Strider struck out eight batters, allowing just one run over six innings. Ronny Mauricio drove in the only run for New York with an RBI single.

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Juan Soto hit a first-inning home run for the Mets, and Tyrone Taylor drove in three runs. The Braves tied the game with three runs in the eighth and capitalized in the 10th, beating the Mets 5-4.

Mets vs Braves (6/17/25) | Mets Highlights

On The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo go Down on the Farm to discuss top prospect Jett Williams, who is producing big numbers for Double-A Binghamton. Is there any chance he makes his big league debut in 2025?

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Mets manager Carlos Mendoza spoke following the team's fifth straight loss and the lack of offense in the team's 5-0 loss to the Atlanta Braves. Mendoza praised the brilliant pitching of Braves starter Chris Sale in shutting down the Mets' offense.  

Mets manager Carlos Mendoza on Mets' fifth straight loss

Ronald Acuna Jr. and Matt Olson each hit solo home runs for the Braves as they blanked the Mets 5-0. Chris Sale pitched 8.2 innings, allowing five hits and striking out seven as New York lost their fifth straight game.

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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.   

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Mets manager Carlos Mendoza spoke about catcher Francisco Alvarez and Reed Garrett miscommunicating on the passed ball in a pivotal spot against the Atlanta Braves. Mendoza also discussed mistakes he may have made that ultimately led to the loss.     

Mets manager Carlos Mendoza on the Francisco Alvarez and Reed Garrett pitch miscommunication  

On The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo look at a trio of young Mets players - Brett Baty, Ronny Mauricio, and Mark Vientos – none of whom have taken advantage of the opportunity to lay claim to a permanent role on the big league roster.

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Yankees

SNY MLB Insider Andy Martino says while the Yankees were frustrated with their offensive numbers over their recent six-game skid, manager Aaron Boone and the coaching staff were confident that the team's struggles would be short-lived. Thursday afternoon the Yanks unleashed a 12-hit attack in their 7-3 win over the Angels and hope the resurgence continues as they head to Baltimore for a weekend series.

MLB Insider on Yankees offense finally breaking through in win over Angels 

The Yankees salvaged the final game of their series with Angels, getting a solid start from Carlos Rodon and timely hitting from Cody Bellinger and Trent Grisham, who homered in their 7-3 win. Bellinger praised Grisham for his strong all-around play and consistent work ethic, while Grisham stated "It always feels good to come through." 

Carlos Rodon, Cody Bellinger and Trent Grisham on Yankees ending six-game losing streak

Aaron Judge, Ben Rice and Anthony Volpe spoke following the Yankees' sixth straight loss. The Yankees have now lost three games to the Angels after being swept by the Red Sox over the weekend at Fenway Park.

Aaron Judge, Ben Rice and Anthony Volpe on sixth straight loss: 'Can't mope about it'

On New York 4 to 7 presented by Verizon, host Chelsea Sherrod is joined by WFAN's Emmanuel Berbari to discuss Aaron Judge being in the same caliber as Mickey Mantle, Babe Ruth, and Lou Gehrig, Jazz Chisholm Jr.'s performance since returning from the IL, and Red Sox pitcher Hunter Dobbins saying he'd never play for the Yankees.

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Following the Yankees' 11-7 loss to the Red Sox, Aaron Judge and Aaron Boone share their takeaways from the series against Boston, Judge's two-home-run game, and Carlos Rodón's performance.

Aaron Judge and Aaron Boone on Judge's two opposite-field home runs in Yankees' loss to Red Sox

Following the Yankees' 4-0 win over the Guardians, Aaron Boone, Max Fried, and Jazz Chisholm Jr. speak about the Bronx throwing a shutout and Chisholm's progression since returning from injury.

Aaron Boone, Max Fried, and Jazz Chisholm Jr. on Yankees shutout win over Guardians

On Baseball Night in NY, SNY MLB Insider Andy Martino reports that Yankees would like Jazz Chisholm to play 3B and former Mets GM Zack Scott, speculates on who they could pursue as second base options at the trade deadline including former Yankee Isiah Kiner-Falefa IKF and possibly even the Mets' Jeff McNeil.

What could the Yankees infield look like going forward? | Baseball Night in NY

On New York 4 to 7 presented by Verizon, host Chelsea Sherrod is joined by WFAN's Emmanuel Berbari to break down this weekend's World Series rematch between the New York Yankees and Los Angeles Dodgers. The two discuss Aaron Judge, Shohei Ohtani, the pitching matchups, and if these two teams will make it back to the Fall Classic this year.

Aaron Judge, Shohei Ohtani, and the Yankees-Dodgers World Series rematch | New York 4 to 7

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 The Putback with Ian Begley, SNY's NBA Insider and social media guru Matt Spendley discuss potential targets the Knicks could go after this offseason, including Jaren Jackson Jr. and Malcolm Brogdon.

Jaren Jackson Jr., Malcolm Brogdon, and other Knicks names to look out for | The Putback with Ian Begley

On The Putback with Ian Begley, SNY’s NBA Insider joins Matt Spendley to discuss the Knicks’ head coaching search and the leading candidates for the job.

Ian Begley on Jason Kidd, Mark Jackson's chances of becoming Knicks head coach

On The Putback with Ian Begley, SNY's NBA Insider alongside Matt Spendley answer your questions about Jason Kidd, Mark Jackson, and the Knicks' head coaching search.

Ian Begley shares the latest on Knicks head coaching search, offseason targets | The Putback with Ian Begley

On SportsNite,  Niki Lattarulo is joined by Jonathan Macri of Knicks Film School for the latest on the Knicks search for a new head coach and those Kevin Durant trade rumors.

Jonathan Macri delves into Knicks coaching search, Kevin Durant rumors | SportsNite

SNY NBA Insider Ian Begley discusses the current state of the Knicks' head coaching search and the prospect of trading for Kevin Durant.

Ian Begley gives update on Knicks head coach search, trading for Kevin Durant | SportsNite

On SportsNite, host Jon Alba and Knicks Film School's Jonathan Macri discuss the Knicks parting ways with Tom Thibodeau. Plus, Macri shares his head coach wish list, including Jason Kidd and Frank Vogel.

Knicks head coach wish list from Jonathan Macri | Sportsnite

St. John's head coach Rick Pitino speaks about the Knicks firing head coach Tom Thibodeau, throwing out the first pitch at Yankees Stadium, and his thoughts on the upcoming Red Storm season.

Rick Pitino on Knicks firing Tom Thibodeau: 'A lot of us don't comprehend what happened'

Indiana Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle reacts to the New York Knicks' decision to fire Tom Thibodeau.

Rick Carlisle reacts to Knicks firing Tom Thibodeau

On The Putback with Ian Begley, SNY's NBA Insider breaks down the top candidates to replace Tom Thibodeau after he was fired as head coach of the New York Knicks.

Ian Begley breaks down Knicks head coach candidates | The Putback with Ian Begley

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