What Mark Vientos’ first-base struggles could mean for his Mets future

The emergence of Jared Young “is real,” David Stearns contended Friday, which further suggests the Mets will plan to retain the reliable first base/DH type who plays enough defense and is capable against righty pitching. Bringing the lefty-hitting Young back in the same role (while presumably giving the switch-hitting Jorge Polanco another shot) would create an opening for a righty-hitting complement who can crush lefty pitching and hold his own at first base — a job Mark Vientos has not run with this season. Among the data the Mets hope to collect during a lost September is whether Vientos can…

Young American doubles duo pulls off another upset at US Open

Upset The young American duo of Brandon Carpico and Nikita Filin knocked off veteran pair Marcelo Melo and John Peers in the second round of the doubles tournament, 3-6, 7-6, 6-4 at the Grandstand court. Melo and Peers have played together on and off since 2023, and each has reached…

Newly acquired Lakers forward reveals shocking team chemistry

Sandro Mamukelashvili has yet to wear his Lakers uniform in an NBA game but is already making the most of his time with the team. Mamukelashvili appeared in an interview on the golf course with Deondre Hawkins of ESPN and spoke about the team’s recent trip to Luka Dončić’s home…

Giants extend Jameis Winston on two-year,  million deal

The Giants secured another two years of Jameis Winston as their backup quarterback — and likely saved some money in the present. Winston, whose deal was set to expire after the 2026 season, inked a two-year, $13 million extension with the Giants, The Post’s Ryan Dunleavy confirmed. He’ll remain under…

49ers owner Jed York arrested in prostitution bust

San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York was arrested on suspicion of engaging in prostitution in Ohio over the weekend, per Kron4 News. York pleaded no contest on Monday after the state of Ohio amended the one count of engaging in prostitution to a disorderly conduct charge. The 46-year-old from Youngstown,…

NFL fans already terrified of what Rams could unleash

Myles Garrett hasn’t played a single meaningful snap for the Rams yet, but that hasn’t changed NFL fans’ fear of him.  The Rams’ newest defensive wrecking ball was ranked as the third-most feared player in the NFL entering the 2026 season, according to a new survey by BetMGM Sportsbook.  The…

Shohei Ohtani has new pitching outlook as Dodgers change plans

When the postseason starts, Shohei Ohtani could be more than an opener. He could be a full-fledged starting pitcher. “In theory, yes,” manager Dave Roberts said. Imagine: Ohtani pitching for the Dodgers in the World Series.  Only this time, he wins.  Only this time, he has a signature Fall Classic…

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