Good morning, Sports fans! Davey Mac here with another Sports Report for ya! We’ve got news in baseball, basketball, football, and hockey! But first…
…Let’s talk some Yankees, gang. Specifically- let’s chat about Yankee general manager Brian Cashman and how much he has failed recently. Well, all you have to do is watch the current baseball playoffs and you’ll see why.
NEW YORK, NY – AUGUST 07: New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman speaks during a news conference on August 7, 2016 at Yankee Stadium in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images)
For starters, you’ve got Bryce Harper of the Phillies. Once again, Bruce is in the playoffs and the Phils are two games away from the NLCS. But back in 2019, Harper batted his eyelids at the Yankees big-time when he was a free agent…even going so far as to say that Mickey Mantle is his favorite player of all time. The guy was DESPERATE to be a Yankee. But did Cashman pull the trigger on this left-handed megastar and league MVP? No. And we’ve been regretting it ever since.
ATLANTA, GEORGIA – OCTOBER 09: Bryce Harper #3 of the Philadelphia Phillies hits a single in the third inning against the Atlanta Braves during Game Two of the Division Series at Truist Park on October 09, 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
Then, you’ve got southpaw starter Jordan Montgomery. For some insane reason, Cashman traded away this lefty pitcher last year to the Cardinals in exchange for Harrison Bader. A year later, the Yankees released Bader due to poor performance…meanwhile Monty is in the playoffs with the Texas Rangers where he’s looked great.
BALTIMORE, MARYLAND – OCTOBER 08: Jordan Montgomery #52 of the Texas Rangers pitches against the Baltimore Orioles during the fourth inning in Game Two of the Division Series at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on October 08, 2023 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Greg Fiume/Getty Images)
And don’t forget about Sonny Gray. Sure Gray struggled in pinstripes…but he also received little run support. Since Cashman got rid of him, Gray has made the All Star team, has a 2.79 ERA, and has led the Twins to the playoffs.
MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA – OCTOBER 04: Sonny Gray #54 and Donovan Solano #39 of the Minnesota Twins celebrate an out against the Toronto Blue Jays during the fifth inning in Game Two of the Wild Card Series at Target Field on October 04, 2023 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by David Berding/Getty Images)
The bottom line is that Brian Cashman has FAILED at running this team. He’s made one bad move after another in recent years…it’s simply time for a change. The Yankees have to finally part ways with Cashman and start new. I’m Davey Mac…that’s my two cents.
NEW YORK, NY – DECEMBER 06: Senior Vice President, General Manager Brian Cashman speaks to the media prior to introducing Aaron Boone as New York Yankee manager at Yankee Stadium on December 6, 2017 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Mike Stobe/Getty Images)
Raiders Get Past Packers On 'MNF'
Let’s start with football…Raiders beat the Packers on Monday Night Football…17 to 13. Las Vegas improves to 2 and 3…Green Bay drops to 2 and 3.
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – OCTOBER 09: Maxx Crosby #98 of the Las Vegas Raiders reacts during the fourth quarter against the Green Bay Packers at Allegiant Stadium on October 09, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Candice Ward/Getty Images)
NBA Preseason: Knicks Beat Boston
The Knicks defeated the Celtics…114 to 107. Immanuel Quickley had 21 points and 3 steals in the win.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – OCTOBER 09: Immanuel Quickley #5 of the New York Knicks dribbles during the second half of a preseason game against the Boston Celtics at Madison Square Garden on October 09, 2023 in New York City. The Knicks won 114-107. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images)
Nets Lose To Lakers
The Nets fell to the Lakers…129 to 126. Cam Thomas did have 26 points for Brooklyn in the loss.
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – OCTOBER 09: Cam Thomas #24 of the Brooklyn Nets drives against Austin Reaves #15 of the Los Angeles Lakers in the first quarter of their preseason game at T-Mobile Arena on October 09, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Lakers defeated the Nets 129-126. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)
NHL Is Back!
Hockey is back tonight! The Predators face the Lightning. The Blackhawks play the Penguins. The Kraken go against the Golden Knights. The Devils, Rangers, and Flyers all begin their regular seasons on Thursday.
NEWARK, NEW JERSEY – OCTOBER 02: Jack Hughes #86 of New Jersey Devils skates against the New York Islanders during a preseason game at the Prudential Center on October 02, 2023 in Newark, New Jersey. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)
MLB Postseason: Phils Fall To Atlanta
The Phillies lost to the Braves last night…5 to 4…as that series is now tied at one game apiece.
ATLANTA, GEORGIA – OCTOBER 09: Austin Riley #27 of the Atlanta Braves hits a two-run home run in the eighth inning against the Philadelphia Phillies during Game Two of the Division Series at Truist Park on October 09, 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
D-Backs Defeat Dodgers Again
The Diamondbacks took down the Dodgers…4 to 2. Arizona now takes a two games to none lead.
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – OCTOBER 09: Geraldo Perdomo #2 of the Arizona Diamondbacks celebrates with Alek Thomas #5 after the victory against the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game Two of the Division Series at Dodger Stadium on October 09, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)
Astros Vs. Twins
The Astros take on the Twins. That series is tied at one game each.
HOUSTON, TEXAS – OCTOBER 08: Carlos Correa #4 of the Minnesota Twins reacts after striking out against the Houston Astros during the ninth inning in Game Two of the Division Series at Minute Maid Park on October 08, 2023 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images)
Texas Vs. Orioles
The Texas Rangers were pretty bad at the All-Star Break, so they started listening to Creedin the dugout to loosen up. Now they’re one win away from beating the Baltimore Orioles to advance to the American League Championship Series. They play tonight.
LOS ANGELES, CA – MAY 15: Singer Scott Stapp of Creed performs at the Wiltern Theatre on May 15, 2012 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images)
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