Articles by: Rich Mancuso

What If? Fallout of Latest MLB Scandal and Mets’ dismissing Carlos Beltran

What If? Fallout of Latest MLB Scandal and Mets’ dismissing Carlos Beltran

By Rich Mancuso/ Sports editor and contributing writer William Coppola “He said I/m beginning to think that baseball is fake and there is no honesty among baseball players.” A comment above from an 11-year old Little League ballplayer as relayed […]

by · January 16, 2020 · Sports
American-Record Holder Ajeé Wilson Returning to Jack and Lewis Rudin Women’s 800m during 113th NYRR Millrose Games at The Armory

American-Record Holder Ajeé Wilson Returning to Jack and Lewis Rudin Women’s 800m during 113th NYRR Millrose Games at The Armory

Photo Credit: Ross Dehman Defending champion and American record-holder Ajeé Wilson is set for another magical run in the Jack and Lewis Rudin Women’s 800m during the 113th NYRR Millrose Games to take place February 8 at The Armory New Balance Track & Field Center.  Wilson will be […]

by · January 14, 2020 · Sports
in game six of the 2017 World Series at Dodger Stadium on October 31, 2017 in Los Angeles, California.

Coppola: Does MLB Punishment of Astros Fit The Crime

By William Coppola: Contributing Columnist Bronx Chronicle Sports Wow, MLB has come down hard on the cheating Houston Astros after a through investigation into their use of electronic devices, a bat and a garbage pail to steal signs during the […]

by · January 13, 2020 · Sports
Fordham Will Renew Rivalry With Iona On The Court

Fordham Will Renew Rivalry With Iona On The Court

By Rich Mancuso/ Sports Editor Early Monday the men’s basketball program at Fordham University suffered a major blow to their season when head coach Jeff Neubauer announced that Redshirt junior forward Chuba Ohams will miss the rest of the season. […]

by · January 13, 2020 · Sports
Third Base Story Awaits Yankees

Third Base Story Awaits Yankees

By Rich Mancuso/ Sports Editor Gio Urshela or Miguel Andujar? That will the storyline when the Yankees assemble in Tampa for Spring Training in four weeks. Urshela and the Yankees reportedly agreed to a one-year contract of $2.475 million on […]

by · January 12, 2020 · Sports
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When Baseball Smells Like A Dead Fish

By William Coppola: Contributor Bronx Chronicle Sports So much has been said about baseball having to be fair over the past number of years. Who ever said baseball has to be fair? You’re out or safe because an umpire says so. […]

by · January 9, 2020 · Sports
Gleyber Torres, Lou Piniella among honorees at 40th Annual Thurman Munson Awards Dinner

Gleyber Torres, Lou Piniella among honorees at 40th Annual Thurman Munson Awards Dinner

A star-studded lineup will be honored at the 40th Annual Thurman Munson Awards Dinner at Pier SixtyatChelsea Piers (23rd Street at West Side Highway) in New York City on Tuesday night, February 4, 2020 to benefit AHRC New York City Foundation, which assists children and adults with intellectual and […]

by · January 8, 2020 · Sports
Ronny Deila Named New York City FC Head Coach

Ronny Deila Named New York City FC Head Coach

New York City FC today announced that Ronny Deila has been appointed as the Club’s new Head Coach.  Deila, a three-time title winning manager at multiple European clubs including Celtic FC in Scotland, joins NYCFC from Norwegian club Vålerenga where […]

by · January 6, 2020 · Sports
What Can Mets Expect From Cespedes?

What Can Mets Expect From Cespedes?

By Rich Mancuso/ Sports Editor What can the Mets expect from Yoenis Cespedes and does the often injured and controversial outfielder fit in the plan? We have come to know there is never a dull moment.   And GM Brodie Van […]

by · January 6, 2020 · Sports
Betances Remains Home; Is Mets Bullpen Now The Best?

Betances Remains Home; Is Mets Bullpen Now The Best?

By Rich Mancuso/ Sports Editor Dellin Betances said Thursday at Citi Field about the Mets, “I’ve heard a lot of good things about the organization. I’m excited. I’m already at home.” And it did not take long for Betances, now […]

by · January 2, 2020 · Sports
Giants Coaching Search Begins At The Top

Giants Coaching Search Begins At The Top

By Rich Mancuso/ Sports Editor Pat Shurmur was not the answer. The Giants have lost a lot of games since 2017, (36) more than any other NFL team and now they are searching for their fourth head coach in the […]

by · December 30, 2019 · Sports
Pinstripe Bowl Goes To Spartans At Yankee Stadium

Pinstripe Bowl Goes To Spartans At Yankee Stadium

By Rich Mancuso/ Sports Editor Photo Credit: Robert Cole Wake Forest coach Dave Clawson did not have a successful Bronx homecoming at Yankee Stadium Friday. The former head coach at Fordham University built a program up a few miles away […]

by · December 27, 2019 · Sports
Holiday Cheer Of NY Sports From Here To You

Holiday Cheer Of NY Sports From Here To You

By Rich Mancuso/ Sports Editor So it goes. Another holiday season is here and from yours truly to yours a Merry Christmas and Happy holidays. There were the usual highs and lows during the 2019 sports year in New York. […]

by · December 24, 2019 · Sports
Jun 29, 2019; New York, NY, USA; New York City FC defender Maxime Chanot (4) heads the ball over Philadelphia Union midfielder Ilsinho (25) and New York City FC midfielder Keaton Parks (55) during the first half at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

New York City FC’s 2020 MLS Regular Season Schedule Announced

New York City FC today announced the Club’s 2020 MLS regular season schedule. The 2020 season will mark NYCFC’s sixth season and features 34 regular season matches, including 17 at home in New York City. As previously announced, NYCFC will […]

by · December 19, 2019 · Sports
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Fordham Football Announces 2020 Recruiting Class

Nine Student-Athletes Set to Join Rams in 2019 Fordham University Head Football Coach Joe Conlin announced the signing of nine football student-athletes to letters of intent with Fordham for the 2020 season. The new class features five defensive players and four […]

by · December 19, 2019 · Sports