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Conor Killmurray

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Conor Killmurray is a long-suffering fan of New York sports, particularly the Giants and Mets—a potent combination for heartbreak, if you ask him. He graduated from West Chester University with a degree in English and enjoys searching for the most interesting sports stories to write about.

October 30, 2024  |  MLB

Rob Gronkowski reveals surprising connection to Yankees fan behind World Series interference

The four-time Super Bowl-winning tight end went on "Up & Adams" to discuss the latest action in the NFL, but also revealed Austin Capobianco was an old friend from his days at the University of Arizona.

October 23, 2024  |  MLB

MLB debuts automated check-swing challenges: Will it reach the big leagues?

Baseball history was made this week, just not during either league championship series.

October 22, 2024  |  Miami Dolphins

Tua Tagovailoa rejecting Guardian Cap sets worrying precedent for player safety

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa is set to return from injured reserve this week after suffering a concussion in Week 2. If Tagovailoa clears the concussion protocol, head coach Mike McDaniel plans to start him in Week 8. 

October 18, 2024  |  New York Giants

Why trade chatter surrounding Giants WR is different this year

With the trade between the New York Jets and Las Vegas Raiders for wide receiver Davante Adams, it looks like the wide receiver market is one to watch as the trade deadline looms.

October 11, 2024  |  New York Giants

Injury to Giants punter could overshadow WR Malik Nabers' absence

The New York Giants could be in trouble on "Sunday Night Football" if punter Jamie Gillan is unable to go.

October 11, 2024  |  MLB

Mark Vientos' breakout NLDS performance key to Mets' postseason run

Of all the Mets and Phillies players in the NLDS, the 24-year-old Vientos posted the best batting average (.563) followed by Phillies right fielder Nick Castellanos at .412. Vientos also recorded five RBI and a series-best nine hits.

October 9, 2024  |  Kansas City Chiefs

Does Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes have a turnover problem?

The Chiefs are one of two unbeaten teams left in the NFL and appear on track to make a third consecutive Super Bowl trip a reality. Meanwhile, their franchise quarterback, Patrick Mahomes, is on track to finish the season with a career-high 20 interceptions. 

October 4, 2024  |  MLB

Kodai Senga's NLDS return a high-risk, high-reward move for surging Mets

The Mets are expected to start 2023 All-Star starting pitcher Kodai Senga in NLDS Game 1 vs. the Phillies on Saturday.

October 2, 2024  |  MLB

Stolen bases already impacting MLB postseason after record-breaking summer

Stolen bases are all the rage these days.