Newsday's 2019 baseball preview

March 27, 2019

It is time for a change of pace. That is the 2019 theme for New York’s baseball teams, with the Yankees looking to reverse Boston's dominance this century and the Mets trying a new approach to change their trajectory.

Those are among the plot lines for a sport that is mulling changes to its pace of play. They also are at the heart of our 2019 Baseball Preview. There are stories on how Aaron Judge can help the Yankees avoid having this be their first decade since the 1910s without a World Series appearance, and how Cy Young Award winner Jacob deGrom and fellow former clients will lead the Mets under agent-turned-GM Brodie Van Wagenen.

We also have a special on the 50th anniversary of history’s great changeup: the amazing 1969 Mets. And in terms of changing places, on the 100th anniversary of the sale of Babe Ruth from the Red Sox to the Yankees, our 11th annual Baseball 101 seminar focuses on the game’s most unforgettable deals. -- Mark Herrmann

What can Jacob deGrom do for an encore this season?

How does Mets pitcher Jacob deGrom hope to improve on a career season in which he was the best in baseball?

Yankees have all the pieces to win a title

TAMPA, Fla. — An opposing team talent evaluator cut himself off a couple of times...

Brodie's bunch must deliver for Mets this year

In baseball, as in so many other businesses, people hire who they know.

Five issues facing the Yankees as 2019 season begins

Questions about the Yankees as they prepare to begin a new season.

Five issues facing the Mets as the 2019 season begins

Questions about the Amazin's as they prepare to begin a new season.

Q & A with Yankees manager Aaron Boone

Yankees manager Aaron Boone sits down with Newsday's Erik Boland during spring training to discuss his team in 2019.

The player the Yankees can least afford to lose

It is easy to pick Aaron Judge as the player the Yankees can least afford to lose from the everyday lineup.

The most important hitter in the Mets’ lineup

PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. — Heading into 2019, the Mets have added Robinson Cano and...

Sizing up the 2019 Yankees

Erik Boland breaks down each position group for the Yankees in 2019.

Sizing up the 2019 Mets

The rotation, led by Jacob deGrom and Noah Syndergaard, could be baseball's best if there are no significant injuries.

A closer look at the Yankees' bullpen for 2019

The Yankees’ bullpen was among the most potent in the big leagues in 2018.

2019 Mets: A closer look at the outfield

Altogether, the bulk of the outfield reps — and production — will come from homegrown Mets.

Fool’s gold with no brass ring?

Baseball players get big bucks, but few clubs have earned a World Series trophy as a return on their massive investments

Lennon’s 10 things we’d like to see in 2019

David Lennon breaks down 10 things we'd like to see in the 2019 MLB season.

Talkin' baseball: Current longtime voices of New York

Like the sound of a bat hitting a ball, these longtime broadcasters share a voice with a ring so familiar to a generation of New York fans.

Singleton reduces role in return as Yanks analyst

“It seems as though there are quite a few fans who didn’t want me to stop,” Singleton said.

Baseball 101: Wheeling and dealing

Our 2019 edition of Baseball 101 is all about trades.

Baseball 101: Tricks of the trade

They treat us year-round to the deals that impact the game.

David Lennon's 2019 AL power rankings

A look at how the American League teams compare with one another heading into the 2019 MLB season.

The best of the American League heading into 2019

A look at the best the American League has to offer in various categories to begin the 2019 MLB season.

Lennon's 2019 National League power rankings

A look at how the National League teams compare with one another heading into the 2019 MLB season.

The best of the National League heading into 2019

A look at the best the National League has to offer in various categories to...

Yanks prospect Estrada bouncing back from gunshot wound

After his 2018 season was limited to 18 games, he hits .364 in spring training before being sent to minor-league camp.

Trio of Mets prospects worth following in 2019

The Mets’ farm system is generally considered middling, so here are a few standouts heading into the season.

Under-the-radar fantasy baseball prospects

Fantasy baseball drafts are in the books, but it's never too early to start thinking about free agents.

Memorable Opening Day moments in baseball history

A look at some of the memorable moments to occur on Opening Day in baseball.

Sneak peek: Yankee Stadium's new food for 2019

Food highlights include a tres leches shake and Bareburgers' new changeup burger.

Yankee Stadium has food for all

Yankee Stadium is offering a variety of food options including vegan burgers.

Pizza cupcakes, more new Citi Field food to try

Mets fans have two things to look forward to this season: the 50th anniversary of the Miracle Mets and the new food lineup.

Citi Field unveils new eats for 2019 season

Additions include dumplings and pizza in the shape of cupcakes.

High-end food at Mets, Yankees games comes at a price

“Now sushi is a staple of any stadium."

Mets offer new SRO monthly ticket plan

The Mets’ new plan expands the concept of standing room only.

Yankees 2020 promotional, giveaway schedule

From a Gleyber Torres Mandalorian bobblehead to a 2000 World Series commemorative bat, see all the giveaways coming to Yankee Stadium for 2020.

Mets 2019 promotional and giveaway schedule

These days at Citi Field, it's about much more than Bat Day. The Mets have...