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Giants' new defensive tackle nowhere to be found in OTAs

1 day ago | empiresportsmedia.com | Alexander D. M. Wilson

The New York Giants returned to the field for another round of open OTA practices, but something felt off the moment drills began. While teammates went through warmups, third-round rookie Darius Alexander was present — yet noticeably missing something important. No helmet. No reps. Just standing off to the side as coaches moved through individual drills and team sessions, Pat Leonard of the NYDN reported.
Yankees closing in on elite slugging reinforcements

1 day ago | empiresportsmedia.com | Alexander D. M. Wilson

The New York Yankees have been thriving without a key piece, but that could soon change in a big way. A sleeping giant is waking up in Tampa, and the buzz surrounding his return is beginning to build. Giancarlo Stanton, who hasn’t appeared in a game this season due to tendinitis in both elbows, is inching closer to activation. Eligible to return from the injured list back on March 27, Stanton has stayed sidelined while the Yankees have rolled forward.
Yankees' big-time trade target just went down for 3 months

1 day ago | empiresportsmedia.com | Alexander D. M. Wilson

It’s always best to have more trade targets than not, and the Yankees might’ve just lost one of the better ones that might’ve been available in July. That path involved bolstering their starting rotation before the trade deadline — a necessity, not a luxury. The Yankees had been closely monitoring Minnesota Twins ace Pablo Lopez as a potential top-of-the-rotation trade acquisition. With a 2.82 ERA over 60.2 innings and elite peripheral stats, he looked like the missing piece for October stability.
The Yankees have a serious problem at closer

2 days ago | empiresportsmedia.com | Alexander D. M. Wilson

The Yankees knew life without Luke Weaver would be tough — they just didn’t expect it to feel this fragile so quickly. Losing a dominant closer is like losing your safety net on a high-wire act — you feel every wobble more than ever. Before straining his hamstring, Luke Weaver had been nearly automatic in high-leverage situations, boasting a 1.05 ERA over 25.2 innings. He wasn’t just efficient — he was dependable, cool under pressure, and striking out batters at an elite rate.
Yankees’ roster shuffle hasn’t claimed veteran utility man yet - somehow, he’s still standing

2 days ago | empiresportsmedia.com | Alexander D. M. Wilson

When Jazz Chisholm returned to the Yankees’ lineup Tuesday night, it was like rearranging pieces on a chessboard mid-game. He wasn’t just a spark — he triggered a complete infield shuffle, exposing the weak links still hanging on by a thread. The Yankees wasted no time plugging Chisholm into the third base spot, pushing both Oswald Peraza and Jorbit Vivas out of the picture. Vivas, a lefty bat, was demoted — a logical move given Chisholm also swings from the left side and offers far more upside.
Giants should extend underrated offensive lineman as soon as possible

2 days ago | empiresportsmedia.com | Alexander D. M. Wilson

The Giants have learned the hard way that even the strongest foundations can crumble when one beam gives out. In 2024, that beam was Andrew Thomas — and once he went down, the offensive line collapsed like a house of cards. While most of the offensive line struggled or battled injuries last season, one veteran quietly held his ground through the chaos. Jermaine Eluemunor stepped in and delivered much-needed stability, even when asked to play outside his comfort zone.
Yankees' infield just got a huge power-boost

2 days ago | empiresportsmedia.com | Alexander D. M. Wilson

Some players ease back into the lineup after an injury. Others walk in like they never left — and change everything. That’s exactly what the New York Yankees saw Tuesday night as their dynamic left-handed spark, Jazz Chisholm, returned to the field. After spending a few weeks on the injured list with oblique issues, the Yankees’ infield reinforcement came back in style. In his return against the Cleveland Guardians, he didn’t just show up — he took over when the game needed him most.
UFC 318 adds Patricio Pitbull - Dan Ige

3 days ago | empiresportsmedia.com | Daniel Cunningham

UFC 318 goes down in New Orleans on July 19th and tonight, we learned about a banger of a featherweight matchup that’s being added to the card. Leo Guimaraes was the first to report tonight that former two-division Bellator champion Patricio Pitbull (36-8) will be taking on “50K” Dan Ige (19-9). Starting with Dan Ige, this is the fight that he wanted after his last fight. The 14th ranked featherweight contender is coming off a TKO win over Sean Woodson a couple of months back.
Giants quietly landed a defensive weapon in the 3rd round

3 days ago | empiresportsmedia.com | Alexander D. M. Wilson

Some rookies enter the NFL with fireworks and fanfare. Others show up with a hard hat and lunch pail — ready to go to work. That’s what makes Darius Alexander such a perfect fit for a Giants team looking to build its identity through the trenches. After handing out serious cash to Dexter Lawrence and Brian Burns, the Giants still weren’t done adding pass-rushing firepower. They doubled down in the 2025 NFL Draft, using a third-round pick on Toledo’s Darius Alexander to bulk up their interior line.
Yankees linked to AL East rival’s power-hitting second baseman in potential trade buzz

3 days ago | empiresportsmedia.com | Alexander D. M. Wilson

Championship rosters rarely get built in July, but for the Yankees, that month could decide whether this year ends in heartbreak. The team has survived with patchwork solutions at second and third base, but the tape is starting to come off at the seams. The Yankees have racked up wins, but no one’s pretending the infield is close to postseason-ready with the current group. DJ LeMahieu has looked like a shell of himself, while Oswald Peraza and Jorbit Vivas have done little to inspire confidence.