Friday, January 31, 2025

Books: "Ira Gershwin," By Michael Owen

 


Ira Gershwin: A Life in Words

By Michael Owen

Liveright; hardcover, 416 pages; $37.99

Michael Owen is a historian, researcher, and archivist. He is the author of Go Slow: The Life of Julie London, and the editor of the forthcoming volume The Gershwins Abroad, on their time in Europe in 1928.

Tuesday, January 28, 2025

St. John's Keeps Rolling With Dominance In DC

 

St. John's Head Coach Rick Pitino went with the red pullover to match his team's uniform on Tuesday night. @StJohnsBball.


The St. John's Red Storm dominated right from the start, as they gave the Georgetown Hoyas little to nothing on their way to a 66-41 win on Tuesday night in Washington, DC.

Books: "A Rage to Conquer" by Michael Walsh

 


A Rage to Conquer: Twelve Battles That Changed the Course of Western History

By Michael Walsh

St. Martin's Press; hardcover, 400 pages; $32.00; available today, Tuesday, January 28th

Michael Walsh is the author of Last Stands and more than fifteen other novels and non-fiction books. He was the classical music critic and a foreign correspondent for Time magazine from 1981 to 1997, and he received the 2004 American Book Awards prize for fiction for his gangster novel, And All the Saints. His popular columns for National Review that he wrote under a pseudonym, David Kahane, were developed into the books, Rules for Radical Conservatives. Two of his books, The Devil's Pleasure and The Fiery Angel, examine the enemies, heroes, triumphs, and struggles of Western Civilization from the ancient past to the present time.

Monday, January 27, 2025

St. John's Makes Massive Move Up Rankings

 

The scene at Madison Square Garden during St. John's win over Xavier on Wednesday night. Photo by Jason Schott.


The St. John's Red Storm made a massive jump in the Top 25 rankings on Monday, as they came in at No. 15 in the Associated Press poll, and No. 14 in the USA Today Coaches' poll.

Saturday, January 25, 2025

Mendoza On Mets' First Base Future: "We've got options"

 

Mets Manager Carlos Mendoza was upbeat on Saturday. Photo by Jason Schott.


The Mets held their Amazin' Day on Saturday at Citi Field, a welcome sign of a much-anticipated season after they reached the National League Championship Series last year.

Books: A Selection Of New, Exciting Novels

There is an eclectic selection of new novels out sure to delight you when you're ready to curl up with a book on a cold night, and we will check these out here: Better Than Friendsby Jill Shalvis; Confessions, by Catherine Airey; The Starlight Heir, by Amalie Howard; and Hammajang Luck, by Makana Yamamoto.

Thursday, January 23, 2025

Books: "The DOSE Effect" By TJ Power

 



The DOSE Effect: Optimize Your Brain and Body by Boosting Your Dopamine, Oxytocin, Serotonin, and Endorphins

By TJ Power 

Dey Street Books/HarperCollins Publishers; hardcover, 272 pages; $27.00

TJ Power is the lead neuroscientist at The DOSE Lab, a renowned international speaker and co-founder of Neurify, a trailblazing organization in the mental health sector. The focus of his work is to provide easy-to-adopt, scientifically backed teachings that empower people to take actions toward healthier lifestyles. TJ studied psychology and neuroscience at the University of Exeter, and he has gone on to work with major corporations and health services, and continues to reach millions through social media.

Mets To Host Amazin' Day This Weekend At Citi Field

 


The Mets will be hosting Amazin' Day this Saturday, January 25 at Citi Field as a way for fans to usher in the highly-anticipated 2025 season.

Wednesday, January 22, 2025

St. John's Racks Up Another Stunning Second Half Win

 

Kadary Richmond taking a jumper at the top of the key to give St. John's a 69-65 edge in overtime. Photo by Jason Schott.


The St. John's Red Storm scored another comeback win on Wendesday night at Madison Square Garden, as they outlasted Xavier, 79-71, in overtime.

Monday, January 20, 2025

St. John's Back In Top 25

 

St. John's Head Coach Rick Pitino and his players during a timeout on December 17. Photo by Jason Schott.


The St. John's Red Storm, who hold the top spot in the Big East, returned to the Top 25 rankings on Monday, as they came in at No. 20 in the Associated Press poll and No. 21 in the USA Today Coaches' poll.

Sunday, January 19, 2025

2025 College Football Hall of Fame Class

 


The National Football Foundation and College Football Hall of Fame recently announced that former Alabama Head Coach Nick Saban who won seven national championships, and Michael Strahan, the longtime Giants defensive lineman who led them to win Super Bowl XLII, will headline the 2025 College Football Hall of Fame Class.

Saturday, January 18, 2025

St. John's Takes Top Spot In Big East With Historic D

 

Zuby Ejiofor slamming one home. @StJohnsBBall.


The St. John's Red Storm rolled to a dominant win across the river on Saturday night, 79-51, over the Seton Hall Pirates at the Prudential Center.

Friday, January 17, 2025

Mets Bring Back Winker, Who Was Part Of Pennant Run

Citi Field. Photo by Jason Schott.

 

The Mets announced on Friday that they have re-signed outfielder and fan favorite Jesse Winker to a one-year contract.

Books: "How to Sleep at Night," By Elizabeth Harris

 


How to Sleep at Night

By Elizabeth Harris

William Morrow; hardcover, 304 pages; $28.99

Elizabeth Harris is an award-winning reporter at the New York Times who covers books and the publishing industry. How to Sleep at Night is her debut novel, a compelling intertwined story about political divides within families, keeping marriages alive, and deciding who you want to be.

Thursday, January 16, 2025

Mets 2025 Giveaway Schedule

 

Citi Field during last fall's NLDS, when the Mets beat the Phillies. Photo by Jason Schott.


It's hard to believe that the baseball season will commence in a little over a couple of months from now, and the Mets only added to the anticipation with the release of their 2025 promotional schedule.

Wednesday, January 15, 2025

St. John's Shows "Fortitude," As Pitino Put It, To Outlast Georgetown

 

RJ Luis Jr. buried this corner three-pointer late in the first half. Photo by Jason Schott.


The St. John's Red Storm scored a massive comeback win over the Georgetown Hoyas on Tuesday night at Madison Square Garden, as they made up a 15-point deficit to win 63-58.

Tuesday, January 14, 2025

Books: "Queen of Diamonds" By Beezy Marsh

 


Queen of Diamonds - Queen of Thieves: Volume Number 3

By Beezy Marsh

William Morrow Paperbacks; paperback, 304 pages; $17.99; available today, Tuesday, January 14th

Beezy Marsh, an Oxfordshire, London, native,  is an international #1 and Sunday Times top-ten bestselling author who believes that ordinary lives can be extraordinary. She also has been an award-winning journalist who has spent more than twenty years writing for newspapers including The Daily Mail and The Sunday Times.

Monday, January 13, 2025

St. John's RJ Luis Big East Player Of Week & Storm On Brink Of Returning To Top 25

 

RJ Luis Jr. went along the baseline for this layup early in Saturday's win over Villanova. Photo by Jason Schott.


The St. John's Red Storm announced on Monday that RJ Luis Jr. was named the Big East Player of the Week.

Books: "The Ancient Eight" By John Feinstein

 


The Ancient Eight: College Football's Ivy League and the Game They Play Today

By John Feinstein

Grand Central Publishing; hardcover, 256 pages; $30.00

John Feinstein has written forty-five books, including two #1 New York Times bestsellers, A Season on the Brink and A Good Walk Spoiled. One of his recent books was Feherty, on the colorful golf personality David Feherty, which we reviewed in May 2023. He is a member of six Halls of Fame, and is a contributing columnist for The Washington Post.

NYCFC Re-signs Maxi & Makes Pair Of Signings

 

NYCFC currently plays at Yankee Stadium. Photo by Jason Schott.


New York City Football Club announced on Monday that it has re-signed its longest-tenured player, Maxi Moralez. 

In recent days, NYCFC also signed defender Prince Amponsah and midfielder Jacob Arroyave.

Saturday, January 11, 2025

St. John's Vanquishes Villanova On Statement Night For Pitino's Program

 

Aaron Scott of St. John's slamming one home at the 14:12 mark of the second half to give them a 42-41 lead. Photo by Jason Schott.


The St. John's Red Storm had a statement win in many ways on Saturday night at Madison Square Garden, as they were victorious over Villanova, 80-68.

Friday, January 10, 2025

Billy Joel & Rod Stewart At Yankee Stadium July 18th

 


Two of the most iconic names in music will be taking the stage at one of the most iconic venues in the world this summer.

Thursday, January 9, 2025

Books: "Eat What Elephants Eat," By Dominick Thompson


Eat What Elephants Eat: Vegan Recipes for a Strong Body and a Gentle Spirit

By Dominick Thompson 

S&S/Simon Element; hardcover, 304 pages; $29.99

Dominick Thompson, an Ironman triathlete and social entrepreneur, is a leading voice in the ethical vegan and No-Meat Athlete movements. Dom completed in endurance races, including marathons, triathlons, and ultra-races, after he reentered the workforce following his imprisonment. He eventually became an executive at a leading healthcare company, where he saved enough money to launch Eat What Elephants Eat, which is an online nutrition and wellness program that gives its subscribers a personalized plant-based plan with daily meal recommendations.

Tuesday, January 7, 2025

St. John's Takes Care of Xavier

 

R.J. Luis Jr. about to lay one in. @StJohnsBball.


The St. John's Red Storm dominated throughout on their way to an 82-72 win at Xavier on Tuesday night.

The Red Storm are now 4-1 in Big East play, the second straight season under Head Coach Rick Pitino they open with that mark in conference. They are also a superb 13-3 overall, with their only losses a pair of games in the Bahamas and last Tuesday to Big East rival Creighton on the road.

St. John's was led by R.J. Luis Jr. and Zuby Ejiofor, who each had 18 points. Luis Jr. shot 6-14 overall, plus a perfect 6-6 at the free throw line, and he nabbed 10 rebounds with an assist. Ejiofor shot 8-16 from the field, and grabbed 12 rebounds, with four blocks an assist.

This was the second time this season that Luis Jr. and Ejiofor each had double-doubles in the same game.

Three other St. John's players scored in double figures. Simeon Wilcher made up for his food at the end of Saturday's game by pouring in 15 points (7-15 FG, 1-5 three-pointers), three assists, and a rebound off the bench. Aaron Scott had 12 points (6-12 FG), eight rebounds, four steals, and an assist. Kadary Richmond also had 12 points (5-12 FG), six assists, four rebounds, and three steals.

St. John's had 20 offensive rebounds in this one, which they turned into 22 points. They entered the game leading the Big East with 14.5 offensive boards per game.

Monday, January 6, 2025

New Year, New Coach For NYCFC

 

Provided by NYCFC.


New York City Football Club announced on Monday that it has named Pascal Jansen as their new Head Coach, and he has been given a contract through 2028.

Mets To Retire Wright's #5 This July

 

David Wright during his final game. @Mets.


The Mets announced on Monday that they will be retiring David Wright's number 5 this summer, in a ceremony on Saturday, July 19 ahead of their 4:10 p.m. game against the Cincinnati Reds.

Saturday, January 4, 2025

St. John's Outlasts Butler In A Battle That Had Bitter Finish

RJ Luis Jr. slamming one home in the opening minutes. Photo by Jason Schott.

 

The St. John's Red Storm outlasted Butler, 70-62, in their biggest defensive battle of the season, on Saturday afternoon on Lou Carnesecca Day at the arena named for him on campus.