The Wall Street Journal's new New York-centric sports pages have been a tad on the underwhelming side so far, but I love this story about the Yankees' long-forgotten, ill-fated mascot. I have no memory whatsoever of this episode on Yankees history.

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"We're not going to have as much spare time to gab," SNY's Gary Cohen tells Newsday.

Announcers must adjust to pitch clock, too

John Sterling cut back significantly on his travel schedule in the second half of last season and will continue to pick his spots in 2023.

WFAN names regular fill-in for Sterling in Yanks booth

Roberts no longer will host his longtime Saturday morning/early afternoon show, ending a 16-year run.

Evan Roberts ends run on WFAN Saturday show

Witnesses: Michael Irvin's encounter with woman was friendly

The Final Four is in Houston, and Houston, Nantz's alma mater, could reach the Final Four. 

Nantz's final Final Four could be a homecoming of sorts

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"It doesn't matter how strong you are," Scherzer explained, "if you don't have a backbone."

Scherzer, Verlander give Mets' staff some backbone

Fingers are being crossed that Carlos Rodon and Luis Severino will return sooner rather than later. 

Yanks' rotation: Early injuries slowing their 'start'

What will the impact of the pitch clock, bigger bases and shift restrictions be this year?

Season of change: Baseball's new rules analysis

Volpe has the rare ability to appear totally relaxed off the field and ratchet up the intensity once he's on it.

Rieber: Volpe won't shrink from Opening Day spotlight

It used to be that a young player was given a high number in his first spring training and earned a lower one as he moved up.

Judge not the only Yankee in the 90s on his jersey

Murphy's signing marks a return to baseball for the 12-year major league veteran after a two-year absence.

Daniel Murphy joining LI Ducks for 2023 season

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It kicks off with a look at how owners spent roughly $3.78 billion on new contracts, plus we go deep on the Mets and Yankees, the impact of baseball's new rules and a look at the best everyday players for each team.

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When depression gripped Kenny Garcia's life, he sought relief in boxing. Learn how he fought back with the help of a trainer at the Westbury Boxing Gym.

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