The NHL Winter Classic will feature the Florida Panthers hosting the New York Rangers in Florida's first outdoor game on Jan. 2 at Miami's loanDepot park.

News outlets reported that New Yorkers started 2026 with the NYRR Midnight Run in Central Park. Over 4,300 people, including news anchors Sam Ryan and Liz Cho, ran the 4-mile course, combining fitness and celebration with a race party and fireworks.

Eli Manning is a finalist for the Pro Football Hall of Fame's Class of 2026, recognized for his career stats including 57,023 passing yards and 366 touchdowns with the Giants.

The New York Knicks won the NBA Cup final against the Spurs, with key performances from Jalen Brunson and OG Anunoby. Despite the win, the Knicks chose not to raise a victory banner at Madison Square Garden.

MetLife Stadium, rebranded as "New York New Jersey Stadium," will host six 2026 FIFA World Cup games, including the final on July 19. Tickets are being sold at fixed prices.

Kris Boyd, a cornerback for the New York Jets, was hospitalized again due to health issues after initially being treated for a gunshot wound sustained earlier in the month.

Gotham FC will be honored with the Key to New York City following their NWSL championship win, with a ceremony and fan procession scheduled for Nov. 24.

The New York Giants fired head coach Brian Daboll after a 2-8 season and promoted Mike Kafka as interim head coach, with Joe Schoen and Shane Bowen retaining their positions.

The Dallas Cowboys traded for Jets' Quinnen Williams to improve their defense, sending a 2027 first-round pick, a 2026 second-round pick, and Mazi Smith to the Jets.

Former New York Jets center Nick Mangold died at 41 from kidney disease complications after seeking a transplant. He was a Jets icon, known for leadership and a standout 11-year career.

Giants' WR Malik Nabers has torn his ACL, ending his season, as confirmed by an MRI. This injury occurred in a game against the Chargers, halting a promising sophomore year for Nabers.

Sorana Cirstea reported her Cleveland trophy missing from her NYC hotel room, calling for its return as The Fifty Sonesta investigates the disappearance.

Fleur Sohtz, a New Yorker, is set to attempt the Triple Crown of open water swimming by crossing the English Channel, adding to her Catalina Channel and Manhattan Island swims.