Speedy Claxton is taking over as basketball coach at Hofstra, where he starred as a point guard in the late 1990s and has served as an assistant for the past seven years. Claxton, a Hofstra legend, was introduced on Thursday as the Pride's 13th men's basketball coach. He replaces Joe Mihalich, who missed last season after taking a medical leave of absence and then … [Read more...] about Hofstra promotes Speedy Claxton to head coach
Kevin Durant available to return for Brooklyn
Kevin Durant is available to play and the timing of his return couldn't be better for the Brooklyn Nets. That's right, the Nets are getting one of their Big 3 back on the court. The team announced Durant is available to play Wednesday night when they host the New Orleans Pelicans at Barclays Center. Durant has not played since Feb. 13 because of a strained left … [Read more...] about Kevin Durant available to return for Brooklyn
Marcus Stroman puts Mets in win column for 2021
Marcus Stroman helped flush away a bitter Opening Day for the Mets with a strong season debut. The Mets picked up their first win of 2021, an 8-4 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies, at Citizens Bank Park. Stroman allowed one run and three hits over six strong innings when manager Luis Rojas turned it over to his bullpen. The only run that Stroman allowed came on a … [Read more...] about Marcus Stroman puts Mets in win column for 2021
Gerrit Cole too much for Orioles, Yankees win
Gerrit Cole was just too much for the Orioles on this night. The ace of the staff was fantastic with a 13-strikeout performance to propel the Yankees to a 7-2 victory, at Yankee Stadium. The Yankees clinched their first series win of the year after winning the first two games against Baltimore, they improve to 3-2 on the season. Cole scattered four hits over seven … [Read more...] about Gerrit Cole too much for Orioles, Yankees win
Yankees acquire Rougned Odor from Rangers
The Yankees announced Tuesday they have acquired infielder Rougned Odor, and cash considerations, from the Texas Rangers in exchange for minor league outfielders Antonio Cabello and Josh Stowers. The move give the Yankees an opportunity to increase their infield depth. “Hopefully we can help him get that talent out that we’ve seen flashed over the years,” manager Aaron … [Read more...] about Yankees acquire Rougned Odor from Rangers
