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Shenendehowa defeated Shaker, 40-14, in high school football, on Friday, Oct. 17, 2025, at Shaker High School, in Latham, N.Y. (MIKE GWIZDALA - MEDIANEWS GROUP).

HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL: Shenendehowa speeds past Shaker

By Mike Gwizdala

October 18, 2025 at 1:56 a.m.

LATHAM, N.Y. — Shenendehowa (6-1, 4-1) took command in the second half and never looked...

HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL: Shenendehowa vs. Shaker (PHOTO GALLERY)

By Mike Gwizdala

October 18, 2025 at 1:01 a.m.

LATHAM, N.Y. — Shenendehowa defeated Shaker, 40-14, in high school football, on Friday, Oct. 17,...

Saratoga Springs defeated Guilderland, 6-3, to win the Section 2, Class AA, high school girls sectional title, on Friday, Oct. 17, 2025, at Shaker High School, in Latham, N.Y. (MIKE GWIZDALA - MEDIANEWS GROUP).

HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS TENNIS: Saratoga Springs wins Section 2 Class AA title

By Mike Gwizdala

October 18, 2025 at 12:54 a.m.

LATHAM, N.Y. — After knocking on the door for seven successive seasons as finalists, the...

HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS TENNIS: Saratoga Springs vs. Guilderland (PHOTO GALLERY)

By Mike Gwizdala

October 18, 2025 at 12:26 a.m.

LATHAM, N.Y. — Saratoga Springs defeated Guilderland, 6-3, to win the Section 2, Class AA,...

The Troy High School football team celebrates winning the Collar City Cup after defeating La Salle Institute at home on Friday, Oct. 17, 2025. (JOSH MEYERS – MEDIANEWSGROUP)

HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL: Troy takes home Collar City Cup in 26-point win over La Salle Institute

By Josh Meyers

October 18, 2025 at 2:26 a.m.

TROY N.Y. — At home for one last regular season game, the Troy High School...

New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel reacts during the first half of an NFL football game against the New England Patriots, Sunday, Oct. 12, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Patriots coach Mike Vrabel returns to face the Titans for 1st time since being fired

By Associated Press

October 17, 2025 at 4:46 p.m.

By TERESA M. WALKER NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Mike Vrabel congratulated Brian Callahan when Tennessee...

Boston Celtics forward Jaylen Brown (7) listens to head coach Joe Mazzulla during the first half of a preseason NBA basketball game, Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2025, in Boston. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)

Jaylen Brown injury: Celtics star ‘day to day’ ahead of season opener

By Zack Cox

October 17, 2025 at 4:42 p.m.

Jaylen Brown's status for next Wednesday's season opener is in question as the Celtics star...

Boston Bruins center Elias Lindholm (28) and Vegas Golden Knights center Jack Eichel fall after a faceoff during the third period of an NHL game Thursday in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Ian Maule)

Rebuilding Bruins must tighten up to have any success

By Stephen Conroy

October 17, 2025 at 4:39 p.m.

The Bruins' fourth line was their best unit on Thursday in Vegas. That's not good.

Baltimore Ravens running back Justice Hill takes a kickoff during the first half of an NFL game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025 in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Reed Hoffmann)

Callahan: The Patriots’ perfect trade targets and other Week 7 thoughts

By Andrew Callahan

October 17, 2025 at 4:32 p.m.

The Patriots' best trade targets, a wild Drake Maye stat and why the coaches are...

Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart (6) reacts after an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025, in East Rutherford, N.J.

Broncos trash talk Jaxson Dart, Giants fans ahead of Denver clash

By Pat Leonard

October 17, 2025 at 4:50 p.m.

The leaders of the Denver Broncos' vaunted defense made clear this week that they don't...

New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman speaks during a baseball news conference, Thursday, Oct. 16, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Ronald Blum)

Mike Lupica: Yankees end-of-season press conferences put familiar cap on yet another disappointing year

By Mike Lupica

October 17, 2025 at 4:27 p.m.

It’s the ending that doesn’t change for the Yankees. Groundhog Day again yesterday. Long winter...

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – OCTOBER 13: Mike Brown of the New York Knicks directs his team during the first half of a preseason game against the Washington Wizards at Madison Square Garden on October 13, 2025 in New York City. 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 Elsa/Getty Images)

Early Knicks injuries threaten Mike Brown’s ideal preseason tune-up

By Kristian Winfield

October 17, 2025 at 11:44 a.m.

As Josh Hart continues ramping up from the back spasms he suffered in the preseason...

The Columbia and Shaker boys’ soccer teams had a head-to-head clash of unbeatens in East Greenbush, N.Y., on Thursday, Oct. 16. (JOSH MEYERS – MEDIANEWS GROUP)

HIGH SCHOOL BOYS’ SOCCER: Shaker keeper Alex Cross stars in 1-1 tie versus Columbia in match of undefeated teams

By Josh Meyers

October 17, 2025 at 11:34 a.m.

EAST GREENBUSH, N.Y. — Shaker High School boys’ soccer goalkeeper Alex Cross had the second...

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MARCH 15: Zuby Ejiofor #24 of the St. John's Red Storm dribbles in the second half of the championship game against the Creighton Bluejays during the Big East Men's Basketball Tournament at Madison Square Garden on March 15, 2025 in New York City. The Red Storm won 82-66. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images)

How Rick Pitino and St. John’s are navigating this season’s sky-high expectations

By Peter Sblendorio

October 16, 2025 at 11:26 p.m.

St. John’s won’t sneak up on anyone this year. The enthusiasm that surrounded last season’s...

Toronto Raptors forward/guard RJ Barrett (9) drives to the basket between Boston Celtics forward Chris Boucher, left, and center Neemias Queta (88) during the first half of a preseason NBA basketball game, Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2025, in Boston. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)

Joe Mazzulla hints at Celtics’ starting lineup after preseason finale

By Zack Cox

October 16, 2025 at 4:53 p.m.

"As I've told him, this is what you've worked your whole life for: a chance...

Former Red Sox slugger Manny Ramirez wins the game with a walk-off homer to beat the Los Angeles Angels in Game 2 of the American League Divisional Series at Fenway Park on Saturday, Oct. 6, 2007. (Staff Photo by Matthew West)

Red Sox postseason legend wants to make MLB comeback in new role

By Gabrielle Starr

October 16, 2025 at 4:48 p.m.

A Red Sox postseason legend is hoping to make an MLB comeback in a new...

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – OCTOBER 04: Egor Demin #8 of the Brooklyn Nets reacts prior to the preseason match between the Brooklyn Nets and Hapoel Jerusalem B.C. at Barclays Center on October 04, 2025 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. (Photo by Evan Bernstein/Getty Images)

Nets’ top draft pick Egor Demin to debut Friday after missing start of preseason

By Cj Holmes

October 16, 2025 at 4:46 p.m.

The 6-9 Russian guard last suited up in Las Vegas, where he averaged 11.3 points,...

New York Yankees’ Aaron Judge reacts after striking out against the Toronto Blue Jays during the eighth inning of Game 4 of baseball’s American League Division Series, Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)

Yankees’ Judge doesn’t need surgery, but Volpe and Rodón had operations and could be out until May

By Associated Press

October 16, 2025 at 4:42 p.m.

By RONALD BLUM NEW YORK (AP) — Yankees star Aaron Judge won’t need surgery on...

New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel congratulates wide receiver Stefon Diggs during an NFL game, Sunday, Sept. 28 in Foxboro. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)

How Mike Vrabel changed the Patriots’ culture: ‘He got me to buy in’

By Doug Kyed

October 16, 2025 at 2:12 p.m.

How head coach Mike Vrabel is getting buy-in from his players to the Patriots' new...

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 02: Ryan McMahon #19 of the New York Yankees leaps over the dugout wall to catch a pop fly during the eighth inning against the Boston Red Sox in game three of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on October 02, 2025 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Ishika Samant/Getty Images)

Gold Glove finalists include Yankees’ Max Fried and Ryan McMahon, Mets’ David Peterson and Luis Torrens

By Peter Sblendorio

October 16, 2025 at 2:06 p.m.

The Yankees and Mets have two Gold Glove finalists apiece — sort of.

New York Jets quarterback Justin Fields (7) in action against Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle Mazi Smith (58) during an NFL football game on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025, in East Rutherford, N.J. (Brad Penner/AP Images for Panini)

Jets QB Justin Fields says he needs to be ‘bit more aggressive’

By Antwan Staley

October 16, 2025 at 2:02 p.m.

During his press conference on Wednesday, Fields acknowledged he needs to play better and be...

Senior defender Aidia Hunter looks to pass the ball for the Ballston Spa girls' soccer team in its 3-0 win on the road against Averill Park on Oct. 15. (JOSH MEYERS - MEDIANEWSGROUP)

HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS’ SOCCER: Ballston Spa concludes regular season on high note, shuts out Averill Park

By Josh Meyers

October 16, 2025 at 11:07 a.m.

AVERILL PARK N.Y. — The Ballston Spa High School girls’ soccer team will head into...

FILE – President Donald Trump holds the FIFA World Cup Winners Trophy as FIFA President Gianni Infantino looks on during an announcement in the Oval Office of the White House, Aug. 22, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin, File)

What to know about President Trump’s threat to take World Cup matches from Boston

By Associated Press

October 16, 2025 at 10:51 a.m.

President Donald Trump has threatened to relocate World Cup matches set to be played next...

New York Knicks’ Malcolm Brogdon (5) looks to pass during the first half of a preseason NBA basketball game against the Washington Wizards Monday, Oct. 13, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)

Malcolm Brogdon, former Rookie of the Year and Sixth Man Award winner, retires from the NBA

By Associated Press

October 15, 2025 at 6:01 p.m.

NEW YORK (AP) — Malcolm Brogdon retired Wednesday after a nine-year NBA career during which...

New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye (10) throws during the first half of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints, Sunday, Oct. 12, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)

Drake Maye quickly solved Patriots’ early-season offensive issue

By Doug Kyed

October 15, 2025 at 5:58 p.m.

Explosive plays were an issue for the Patriots early in the season. Drake Maye solved...

Boston Red Sox third baseman Alex Bregman acknowledges the fans after a video tribute before a baseball game against the Houston Astros Monday, Aug. 11, 2025, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Analysis: What Alex Bregman’s opt-out decision means for Red Sox

By Mac Cerullo

October 15, 2025 at 3:48 p.m.

What does Alex Bregman's reported decision to opt out mean for the Red Sox? Here's...

New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll, left, talks with quarterback Jaxson Dart (6) after defeating the Los Angeles Chargers in an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura)

Giants rookie QB Jaxson Dart is drawing effusive praise from coach Brian Daboll

By Associated Press

October 15, 2025 at 3:39 p.m.

By STEPHEN WHYNO Moments after beating the defending Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles in prime...

New York Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson (5) watches during NFL football practice at The Grove in Watford, England, Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025. (AP Photo/Kin Cheung)

Jets’ Garrett Wilson sitting out practice with knee injury, status for Sunday vs. Panthers uncertain

By Associated Press

October 15, 2025 at 1:13 p.m.

By DENNIS WASZAK Jr. FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) — New York Jets wide receiver Garrett...

Yankees’ Anthony Volpe’s ailing surgery did require offseason surgery after all.

Yankees SS Anthony Volpe undergoes shoulder surgery after difficult 2025 season

By Gary Phillips

October 15, 2025 at 1:02 p.m.

The Yankees' shortstop originally injured his non-throwing shoulder while diving for a ball on May...

Mets to name Kai Correa bench coach, promote Jeff Albert to major league role: sources

By Abbey Mastracco

October 15, 2025 at 12:55 p.m.

The Mets are expected to add another coach to work alongside Albert.

Shenendehowa High School girls’ volleyball coach Lori Kessler talks with her team after a sweep of Columbia on Tuesday, Oct. 14. (JOSH MEYERS – MEDIANEWSGROUP)

HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS’ VOLLEYBALL: Shenendehowa keeps league winning streak alive with quelling of Columbia

By Josh Meyers

October 15, 2025 at 3:42 p.m.

EAST GREENBUSH, N.Y. — In 28 total Suburban Council league sets, the Shenendehowa High School...

New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel during a press conference before a team practice, Wednesday, in Foxboroough. (Mark Stockwell/Boston Herald)

Patriots coach Mike Vrabel reacts to facing Titans for first time since firing

By Andrew Callahan

October 14, 2025 at 5:24 p.m.

How does Mike Vrabel feel about making his return to face the Titans this week?...

DENVER, COLORADO - SEPTEMBER 07: Jonathon Cooper #0 and Nik Bonitto #15 of the Denver Broncos celebrate a sack during the second quarter against the Tennessee Titans during the game at Empower Field At Mile High on September 07, 2025 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Justin Edmonds/Getty Images)

Giants brace for Broncos pass rush that’s on pace for all kinds of history

By Peter Sblendorio

October 14, 2025 at 5:15 p.m.

Fresh off of a nine-sack demolition of the Jets last weekend, the Denver Broncos’ prolific...

NEW YORK, NY – JUNE 7: James Rowson (c.) of the New York Yankees yells from the dugout during the fourth inning against the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium on June 7, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Adam Hunger/Getty Images)

Yankees letting Twins talk managerial job with hitting coach James Rowson

By Gary Phillips

October 14, 2025 at 5:13 p.m.

Rowson previously served as the Twins’ hitting coach from 2017-2019.

How do Yankees’ potential targets Kyle Tucker, Cody Bellinger compare?

By Gary Phillips

October 14, 2025 at 5:12 p.m.

While Bellinger fit in rather well with the Yankees, they could once again prioritize exploring...

Trump threatens to yank World Cup games from Boston though it’s up to FIFA to choose sites

By Associated Press

October 15, 2025 at 12:38 p.m.

The city is set to host seven matches.

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) is sacked by Atlanta Falcons cornerback Dee Alford (20) and defensive end James Pearce Jr. (27) during the first half of an NFL football game, Monday, Oct. 13, 2025, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart)

Josh Allen-led Bills offense misfires for 2nd straight outing in loss to Atlanta

By Associated Press

October 14, 2025 at 3:37 p.m.

By JOHN WAWROW ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — The Buffalo Bills’ Josh Allen-led offense is...

Josh Allen-led Bills offense misfires for 2nd straight outing in loss to Atlanta

By Associated Press

October 14, 2025 at 3:37 p.m.

By JOHN WAWROW ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — The Buffalo Bills’ Josh Allen-led offense is...

New York Jets quarterback Justin Fields (7) looks down during a press conference after an NFL football game between the Denver Broncos and the New York Jets, Sunday, Oct. 12, 2025, in London. (AP Photo/Kin Cheung)

Antwan Staley: It is time for the Jets to end the Justin Fields experiment

By Antwan Staley

October 14, 2025 at 3:31 p.m.

Fields' play on Sunday was absolutely horrendous after completing just nine of his 17 passes...

Snipers patrol on the roof of the Fruili Hotel where the Israeli national team is staying, ahead of a World Cup 2026, Group I qualifying soccer match between Italy and Israel at the Friuli Stadium in Udine, Italy, Tuesday, Oct.14, 2025. (AP Photo/Luca Bruno)

Snipers on stadium roof but no major incidents as Italy beats Israel in World Cup qualifier

By Associated Press

October 14, 2025 at 5:40 p.m.

The sound of helicopters surveilling the city has filled the air since the morning.