Name: Paige Bueckers talks final game at UConn, bond with Geno Auriemma, respect for South Carolina program
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Description: UConn star Paige Bueckers is "probably going to be sad" regardless of the outcome against South Carolina knowing it will be her final game in a Huskies uniform. She spoke about her close relationship with head coach Geno Auriemma and his ability to push the right buttons for the team. Bueckers also expressed her admiration and respect for Dawn Staley's South Carolina program.

Mets

The Mets had several chances to win in extra innings after a dramatic three-run rally in the ninth inning to tie the game at five but manager Carlos Mendoza said, "we needed the last one and we didn't get it." Mendoza lamented the team's failure to make adjustments at the plate and continually hitting ground balls that failed to produce the winning run.

Carlos Mendoza talks loss to Dodgers in extras after game-tying ninth-inning rally

Mets starter David Peterson's "assignment" on Saturday night was to go deep into game against the defending champion Dodgers and he responded with his best performance of the season, pitching into eighth inning of the Mets 5-2 win. Juan Soto had been hitting in hard luck but his two-run, bases loaded double in the fourth inning was in Brett Baty's words, "huge." Baty had a pretty good night himself with two RBI as the Mets bounced back from the 13-inning marathon loss on Friday night.

David Peterson, Juan Soto and Brett Baty talk 'great team win' in Mets victory over Dodgers

With the Mets bullpen stretched thin, manager Carlos Mendoza got a "big boy performance" from starter David Peterson, who pitched into the eighth inning in a 5-2 win over the Dodgers. Brett Baty also impressed Mendoza with excellent adjustments at the plate and a two-RBI night. Juan Soto, marred in a 1-for-24 slump with men in scoring position delivered a bases loaded double that put the Mets ahead to stay.

 Carlos Mendoza on David Peterson's 'big boy performance,' the timely hitting of Juan Soto and  Brett Baty in Mets win

Jeff McNeil thought the team took some really good at-bats and played hard but came up short in their 13-inning loss to the Dodgers. McNeil's two-run triple in the ninth inning helped the Mets tie the game and send it to extras. Mark Vientos felt some abdominal pain while in the hitting cage prior to the game and was kept out of the lineup. Brandon Nimmo aggravated a neck injury he originally sustained in 2019 and removed himself after one at-bat.

Jeff McNeil on key hit in Mets ninth-inning rally, Mark Vientos and Brandon Nimmo update injuries that sidelined them

On Baseball Night in NY, former Mets reliever Adam Ottavino on Huascar Brazoban becoming a huge contributor in the Mets bullpen this season after a shaky 2024.

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On The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo tackle the topic of the return of Ronny Mauricio, and the questions of when he will make it back to the big league squad and what his role will be on the team.

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On New York 4 to 7 presented by Verizon, host Chelsea Sherrod is joined by former Mets relief pitcher Adam Ottavino to break down the performances by seven New York pitchers this season, including Kodai Senga, Huascar Brazobán and Tylor Megill.

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Top Mets pitching prospect Nolan McLean continued his rapid ascent with another strong effort for Triple-A Syracuse on Thursday night. He allowed just two hits, two runs that were both unearned and struck out six over six innings of work. 

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On Baseball Night in New York, Sal Licata looks back on the 27th anniversary of Mike Piazza's dramatic trade to the Mets.

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Yankees

Yankees starter Carlos Rodon pitched another gem, striking out eight batters over six innings for his fourth straight win as the Bombers swept a three-game series from Texas 1-0. The bullpen then finished the job led by Luke Weaver, who completed his seventh save with a perfect ninth inning. The game's only run came from rookie Jorbit Vivas, who belted his first MLB home run and was "happy and excited to finally make the connection."

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Aaron Judge hit his 16th home run and Will Warren struck out a career-high 10 batters as the Yankees defeated the Rangers 5-2. Ben Rice also went deep as New York improves to 28-19 on the season.

Aaron Judge and Ben Rice both homer, Will Warren strikes out career-high 10 batters in win

On the latest episode of New York 4 to 7 presented by Verizon, SNY's Chelsea Sherrod alongside SNY's Danny Abriano and Yankees beat reporter for MLB.com Bryan Hoch recap the first 2025 Subway Series matchup between the Mets and Yankees, and debate whether or not the Yankees fans got in the head of Juan Soto during his first time facing his former club as a member of the Mets.


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Giants QB Russell Wilson speaks with SNY's Anthony McCarron about his Yankees fandom, Aaron Judge's history season so far, and his excitement for the start of Giants training camp.

Russell Wilson talks Aaron Judge, anticipation for Giants camp at Mets-Yankees Subway Series matchup

After taking two of three games against the Mets in the Subway Series, Aaron Judge speaks about his conversation with Juan Soto and Cody Bellinger discusses his six RBI game in Yankees win.

Aaron Judge on only conversation with Juan Soto during Mets-Yankees series

Aaron Boone and Max Fried discuss the lefties start against the Mets, the Yankees' huge eighth inning, and the intensity of the Subway Series.

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Aaron Boone shares his thoughts on Clarke Schmidt's start after the Yankees' 3-2 loss to the Mets. DJ LeMahieu and Cody Bellinger discuss how their feeling after each hit a home run.

Aaron Boone, DJ LeMahieu, and Cody Bellinger on atmosphere at Yankee Stadium after 3-2 loss to Mets

On the latest episode of New York 4 to 7 presented by Verizon, SNY's Chelsea Sherrod alongside Mets pre and post game analyst Todd Zeile and Yankees beat reporter for MLB.com Bryan Hoch drop their lists of the biggest villains for both the Mets and Yankees throughout the history of the Subway Series.

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Carlos Rodon had to grind out his win over the Mets but got plenty of offensive help and assistance from the bullpen. Cody Bellinger was one of the hitting stars, going 3-for-5 with two runs scored.

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Jets

SNY’s Jeane Coakley spoke with Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson about reuniting with his Ohio State teammate Justin Fields in New York. Wilson also discussed his excitement in playing under new head coach Aaron Glenn, and gives his NBA prediction for the Eastern Conference Finals. 

Garrett Wilson on reuniting with college teammate Justin Fields and playing under new coach Aaron Glenn

Jets coach Aaron Glenn credits the Jets players for being all-in on offseason programs, discusses what he's learned from getting to know Garrett Wilson, and the work the team can achieve before full practice gets underway.

Aaron Glenn on plans for Jets WR Garrett Wilson this season: 'Give him the ball as much as possible'

New York Jets Quinnen Williams, John Simpson, and Andre Cisco explain their mindsets heading into offseason training activities and impressions of new head coach Aaron Glenn.

Quinnen Williams, John Simpson, and Andre Cisco on first day of Jets OTAs

New York Jets WR Garrett Wilson says he is ready to pick back up where he left off at Ohio State with QB Justin Fields and hopes that he will be a member of this organization for his entire career.

Garrett Wilson hopeful he'll be a 'Jet for life', excited to team back up with Justin Fields

See Justin Fields practice as a New York Jet for the first time alongside Garrett Wilson, Breece Hall, and the rest of the team.

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SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes reacts to the New York Jets' 2025 schedule release.

New York Jets 2025 schedule reaction from Connor Hughes

Jets rookie minicamp continued on Saturday as first-round pick Armand Membou worked on his technique with the coaches. The wide receivers and defensive backs went hard during their positional drills including safety Malachi Moore while edge rusher Tyler Baron refined his swim move in a one-on-one rep. 

Jets Rookie Camp Highlights | Armand Membou, Malachi Moore, Tyler Baron | 5/10/25

Both cornerback Azareye'h Thomas and safety Malachi Moore feel "blessed" to be rookies with the Jets organization, under the watchful eye of new head coach Aaron Glenn. Thomas says he's already being peppered with questions during positional meetings but has hit the playbook and feels prepared. Moore talked about living out his "childhood dream," of being an NFL player. He called the coaching staff demanding and he "loves it." 

Defensive backs Azareye'h Thomas and Malachi Moore on their first impressions of Jets rookie camp 

Jets rookie head coach Aaron Glenn met the media during his first rookie minicamp to discuss adapting from a being coordinator to having the top job, the phases of the offseason, and his early thoughts on Armand Membou, Arian Smith and other players in camp.

Jets coach Aaron Glenn reveals what he sees from the team’s rookies so far

Giants

SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes reacts to the New York Giants' 2025 schedule release.

New York Giants 2025 schedule reaction from Connor Hughes

New York Giants defensive rookies Abdul Carter and Darius Alexander explain their mindset heading into their NFL careers and hearing from former legend Michael Strahan after their first day of camp.

Abdul Carter and Darius Alexander describe first day of Giants training camp and message from Michael Strahan

The New York Giants began rookie minicamp on Friday, with Michael Strahan in the house and some prized rookies on the field. Get your first looks at Abdul Carter in action, new QB Jaxson Dart showing off his arm, and drills with RB Cam Skattebo.

Giants Rookie Camp Highlights | Abdul Carter, Jaxson Dart, Can Skattebo | 5/9/25

New York Giants offensive rookies Jaxson Dart and Cam Skattebo describe how they want to prove themselves at the next level and their experience with head coach Brian Daboll so far.

Jaxson Dart and Cam Skattebo adjust to Giants offensive style in rookie camp

New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll explains how he plans to get rookie QB Jasxon Dart adjusted to the NFL, including learning a cadence rather than a clapping snap count. Daboll also comments on what number Abdul Carter will be wearing this season.

Brian Daboll on plans for QB Jasxon Dart in Giants rookie camp

Giants GM Joe Schoen and head coach Brian Daboll recapped the final day of the NFL Draft in which they chose Arizona State running back Cam Skattebo, Purdue guard Marcus Mbow, tight end Thomas Fidone from Nebraska and  Oklahoma State cornerback Korie Black. Both men cited Skattebo as one of their favorite players in the draft and were also surprised Mbow was still available.

Brian Daboll and Joe Schoen on Giants selecting RB Cam Skattebo and guard Marcus Mbow in NFL Draft

SNY NFL Insider Connor Hughes analyzes the Giants' 2025 NFL Draft picks. Hughes believes the Giants finally have an "identity," and a vision for the franchise. Adding the draft's top edge rusher in Abdul Carter and moving up to snag promising future QB Jaxson Dart makes it the best offseason the Giants have had in recent memory.

Giants score big in 2025 NFL Draft, selecting elite edge rusher Abdul Carter and future QB Jaxson Dart

Check out the 2024 Arizona State highlights from RB Cam Skattebo, taken by the New York Giants in the fourth round of the 2025 NFL Draft.

Cam Skattebo Highlights | Arizona St RB | 2025 New York Giants Draft Pick

Knicks

On SportsNite, SNY NBA Insider Ian Begley has a preview of Game 3 with the Knicks desperately looking for a win in Indiana, while Jon Alba and Jonathan Macri examine the the team's lack of success in the first two games at home. 

Ian Begley looks ahead to a virtual must-win for the Knicks vs Indiana in Game 3 | SportsNite

On SportsNite, SNY NBA Insider Ian Begley recaps another tough loss for the Knicks in Game 2 against the Pacers and they now trail two games to none in the Eastern Conference Final.

 Ian Begley reacts to the Knicks disappointing loss to Indiana in Game 2  | SportsNite

Indiana Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle met the media after his team took a 2-0 lead in the Eastern Conference Finals over the New York Knicks by winning two games on the road in Madison Square Garden.  Carlisle discussed what went right in New York, and the challenges that are still ahead for his team as the series shifts to Indiana.

Pacers coach Rick Carlisle on Game 2 win over Knicks, challenges still ahead

After the Knicks dropped Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Finals to the Pacers at MSG, Mikal Bridges and Karl-Anthony Towns looked back at what went wrong, and also looked ahead to the team needing to find a way to win on the road in Indiana.

Mikal Bridges and Karl-Anthony Towns on what went wrong for Knicks in Game 2

Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau was brief in his postgame comments to the media after losing Game 2 to the Pacers, 114-109. He talked about "trying to win it in the end," but New York had no answer for Pascal Siakam's 39-point performance and will have to continue their strong play on the road if they hope to get back into the series.

Tom Thibodeau on Knicks falling into an 0-2 hole in the Eastern Conference Final

On SportsNite, SNY NBA Insider Ian Begley joins Eamon McAnaney to preview Game 2 of the Knicks-Pacers series and assess whether New York can respond to the devastating OT loss in the series opener. Sal Licata and John Jastremski also offer their take on whether the Knicks can bounce back and still win the series.

Ian Begley assesses the Knicks vibe after their late collapse in Game 1 vs Indiana |  SportsNite

New York Knicks point guard Jalen Brunson explains how the team has to have a short term memory after their tough Game 1 loss to the Pacers. Fellow guard Mikal Bridges says the vibes good after the loss and the Knicks know what they have to do to bounce back.

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Tom Thibodeau discusses what he saw after watching film from the Knicks' Game 1 loss to the Pacers and needing to "reset" after losing a game in that fashion.

Tom Thibodeau on 'emotional highs and lows' of playoffs after Knicks' Game 1 loss to Pacers

Tyrese Haliburton reacts to the Pacers fourth quarter comeback in their 138-135 OT win over the Knicks, his decision to do the choking gesture after sending the game into overtime, and competing against Jalen Brunson.

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UConn star Paige Bueckers is "probably going to be sad" regardless of the outcome against South Carolina knowing it will be her final game in a Huskies uniform. She spoke about her close relationship with head coach Geno Auriemma and his ability to push the right buttons for the team. Bueckers also expressed her admiration and respect for Dawn Staley's South Carolina program.

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For UConn's Azzi Fudd, the 2022 championship game against South Carolina was "traumatic." She became ill and required medical attention which left the Huskies shorthanded in an eventual lopsided loss. This time around Fudd plans to enjoy the moment and relish the excitement of playing for the title. Sarah Strong and Kaitlyn Chen talked about playing a "full 40 minutes" and locking in on the defensive end.

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UConn head coach Geno Auriemma reflected back to the 2022 championship game against South Carolina when some team members became ill and were no match for Dawn Staley's squad. He said the major difference between this year's team and years past is a younger roster including freshman standout Sarah Strong, who has impressed Auriemma with her maturity. Holding it all together though was Paige Bueckers and her dedication to the UConn program. "She deserves to go out a national champion." 

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