The Robinson Cano era is over in Queens. The Mets designated Cano for assignment as the final move to trim their roster down to 26 players. The move is a costly one. Cano still had two years and $40.5 million left on his contract entering this season. But the 39-year-old was off to a rough … Continue reading Mets Cut Robinson Cano Amid Roster Crunch →

After Sunday’s 6-4 win over the Royals, no team in the majors has a better record than the Yankees.  “I know in years past, we kind of scuffled out of the gates in April and then all we’re trying to do is climb back and fight back,’’ Aaron Judge said. “Getting an early lead like … Continue reading Yankees Beat Royals To Extend Win Streak To Nine →

The Islanders season, which sputtered along coughing up plumes of smoke like a broken-down engine, finally came to an end with a 6-4 loss to the Lightning. Six months ago, they were envisioning the Stanley Cup. Now?  They finish with a 37-35-10 record, and you wouldn’t blame them for being a little bit relieved that … Continue reading Islanders Blow Third-Period Lead in Loss to Lightning to Close Season →