The New York Mavericks won at the Barclays Center, as professional bull riding gains popularity in NYC, influenced by Western culture and a new team format.

Rudy Giuliani fights to keep Yankees World Series rings, claiming they were meant for his son and should be exempt from legal proceedings related to a $148 million defamation case.

Basketball star Victor Wembanyama played chess with fans in Washington Square Park, showcasing his mental prowess as well as his physical athleticism.

Gleyber Torres signed a $15 million, one-year contract with the Detroit Tigers, moving from the Yankees where he had a mixed season but ended with strong performance.

Paul Goldschmidt has signed a one-year, $12.5 million contract with the New York Yankees, pending a physical. He brings experience to the team's lineup that lost Anthony Rizzo.

A plane with a banner demanding the New York Giants fire their staff circled MetLife Stadium before the Giants-Ravens game, marking ongoing fan discontent with the team's performance.

NYC Mayor Eric Adams opened an indoor baseball center in Washington Heights, part of the city's Public Safety Week, to provide youth with free access to sports and strengthen community safety.

Juan Soto signs a record $765 million contract with the New York Mets, with expectations of building a winning dynasty. The 15-year deal includes an opt-out clause after five years.

The Mets' owner, Steve Cohen, signed Juan Soto to a 15-year, $765 million contract, outbidding the Yankees and setting a new spending record for the team.

A plane flew with a banner over MetLife Stadium, expressing frustration with the New York Giants' poor performance and urging owner John Mara to address the issues.

New York City has started the construction of Etihad Park, the first soccer-specific and fully-electric stadium, with the aim to transform NYC into a top soccer destination.

A 17-year-old, Connor Kasin, collapsed and died during a charity hockey game on Long Island. The cause is unknown, and no criminality is suspected. His school provides grief counseling, and the community mourns the loss.

Legendary St. John's basketball coach Lou Carnesecca has passed away at 99, leaving a legacy marked by success, personality, and deep ties to the university.