Pete Alonso stands alone among MLB rookies. With one swing in the third inning of the Mets’ 3-0 win over the Braves, the slugger entered the record books as the all-time leader in homers for a rookie. Homer No. 53 moved Alonso ahead of Aaron Judge for the record. Alonso threw his arms into the … Continue reading NY Mets: Pete Alonso Shatters Rookie Home Run Mark With #53 →

The NFL is putting its foot down when it comes to Raiders linebacker Vontaze Burfict’s continuous on-field antics. The former Bengal, who was released after seven seasons before signing a one-year, $2 million contract with the Raiders in March, was suspended without pay for the rest of the season after he initiated a helmet-to-helmet hit … Continue reading Vontaze Burfict: Season-long Suspension →

Goodbye Mickey ball and hello Mickey fall. Mickey Callaway’s shaky two-year Mets tenure ended Thursday with a pink slip. The manager was fired by the Mets, the team announced, allowing general manager Brodie Van Wagenen to pursue his own man for the job. “We want to thank Mickey for his consistent work ethic and dedication … Continue reading NY Mets Fire Manager Mickey Callaway →