Bret Botfeld

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Built for the mic 🎙️

[Bret Botfeld @bretbotfeld]

A good in-depth look at Carson Benge's early season struggles with the #LGM from @NYPost_Mets in today's @nypost -> "Areas of deficiency have included bat speed, barrel percentage and strikeout percentage. On the flip side, Benge’s walk percentage has been solid and he’s brought plus defense to the outfield."

My take: It's great to see that he has a solid understanding of the strike zone; not chasing. He does however have to shorten his swing and lose the uppercut.

[New York Post @nypost]

The Mets success stories that suggest a trip to the minors might be the key to unlocking Carson Benge https://t.co/TEBKwJ5DRW

[Bret Botfeld @bretbotfeld]

Informative read from @rydunleavy on John Harbaugh's first #NYGiants team meeting in todays @nypost -> "All but three players — Dexter Lawrence (seeking a new contract or a trade), Paulson Adebo (reason unknown) and Sam Roberts (medical procedure recovery) — were in attendance for the first day of the voluntary offseason program, Harbaugh said."

My take: This is an awesome sign for the team, looks like everybody is completely bought in. Yes, Dexter Lawrence wants to get paid, but I don't view that contract dispute as "trouble in paradise" for Big Blue.

[Ryan Dunleavy @rydunleavy]

Identity and purpose.

#Giants John Harbaugh created a new introduction icebreaker.

Inside his first #nygiants team meeting and what it says about the head coach beyond his Ws. Human resources execs take note.

https://t.co/X3op4CLXO3

[Bret Botfeld @bretbotfeld]

Really good read from @NYPost_Brazille -> "Aday Mara gets the better of Tarris Reed Jr. en route to Most Outstanding Player honors of the Final Four."

My take: Because Michigan vs. Arizona wasn't a bloodbath like most expected, the Wolverines won't be physically or mentally drained. Dusty May will capture his first championship, but Dan Hurley won't go down in nothing less than a dog fight. #MFinalFour

[New York Post Sports @nypostsports]

March Madness final is set as Michigan routs Arizona to bring on UConn showdown https://t.co/yGfUSsw96v

[Bret Botfeld @bretbotfeld]

Enjoyed the read @rydunleavy -> I like the list you put together but I don't think it'd make much sense for the #PhinsUp to acquire him. I do however understand your view on it.

My take: A team you included that i believe would be best is the #RavensFlock. They'd be a top-10 defense once again. Dexter Lawrence clogging the middle would allow Trey Hendrickson to wreak havoc.

[Ryan Dunleavy @rydunleavy]

If Dexter Lawrence gets traded, look for win-now teams who can't fill a need at DT in a weak #nfldraft class and have extra draft capital. Here are 5 who could make an offer to #Giants https://t.co/pNAJE1LQaa

[Bret Botfeld @bretbotfeld]

Great read from @SbondyNBA in this mornings @nypost talking about #NewYorkForever -> ��We’re now nearly two seasons into this experiment, and the two best players on the Knicks are still more of alternating entities than a tandem.”

My take: Karl-Anthony Towns was better utilized under Tom Thibodeau, and they were a more dangerous duo.

[Stefan Bondy @SbondyNBA]

Three observations from a three-game losing streak; plus Mitchell Robinson’s help from DoorDash to sell his toenail (yup, you read that right).

https://t.co/gE5CAaWnjg

[Bret Botfeld @bretbotfeld]

Just a fabulous & informative read from @Joelsherman1 in this mornings @nypost -> “Late-game situations obviously would motivate challenges, as would the pitches that most swing counts. Count leverage is like offensive line play in the NFL — the most vital item to which we pay the least attention. ABS is going to highlight just how valuable it is to move a count favorable one way or the other. Just consider that through the weekend, when a 1-1 count became 2-1, the collective MLB OPS after that was .805. When it became 1-2, the collective OPS after that was .442.”

My take: A nine-inning baseball game can be decided on one single pitch which emphasizes the need to get these calls correct!

[Joel Sherman @Joelsherman1]

https://t.co/1aNR6F0jc9 Initial thoughts on ABS, the Yankees’ very righty bench and what Opening Day rosters reveal about the Dodgers juggernaut.

[Bret Botfeld @bretbotfeld]

@MollieeWalkerr with a great piece on Adam Sykora of the #NYR in today's @nypost -> "The 21-year-old has been an absolute ray of sunshine in an otherwise dark and gloomy Rangers season from the moment he arrived in New York. A smile has yet to leave his face. He would burst if he didn’t express the abundance of gratitude that has filled him since earning this opportunity."

My take: This is the type of identity the team has to play with next season. Don't take a shift for granted no matter your role or how much you get paid.

[Mollie Walker @MollieeWalkerr]

#NYR spread in today’s @nypost ahead of day off ⬇️

Rangers top Panthers ➡️ https://t.co/FIqHNp2i2M
Adam Sýkora a ray of sunshine in a gloomy season ➡️ https://t.co/gQpajFLu86
John Tortorella named Golden Knights coach ➡️ https://t.co/8ikOQWeUBE

[Bret Botfeld @bretbotfeld]

@jennalemoncelli spoke with @Rockies in-game host @giannagirardi_ -> “I moved to Los Angeles and worked at an interior design company because getting a job in sports is just so difficult,” she said. “I got lucky enough that that [job] didn’t even last a year before I got the Rockies job [and] moved back to Colorado.”

My take: Many aspiring broadcasters out there can relate, including myself. If u don't enjoy & the embrace the journey, achieving the ultimate goal will feel impossible.

[New York Post Sports @nypostsports]

Joe Girardi's niece is carving her own MLB path - with a little help from the Yankees World Series champ https://t.co/4q0HJo47hM

[Bret Botfeld @bretbotfeld]

@MikeVacc spoke with former St. John's forward, Frank Gilroy from the 1979 Red Storm -> “We were a team like the St. John’s team now,” Gilroy says. “You were going to know we were there because we went after you for all 40 [minutes]. Maybe that won’t be enough, but maybe you’ll be right there at the end.”

My take: I have the Johnnies defeating Duke. At the very least... they'll have a chance due to their determination & grit 👊

[Mike Vaccaro @MikeVacc]

ICYMI, Column: 47 years ago a St. John’s team played Duke as a 6.5-point underdog and by the time the game was over the Johnnies were set to enter a whole new realm. Now, as they prepare for Duke as a 6.5-point underdog, they face a similar chance. #sjubb https://t.co/EX9nCuFl67

[Rangers Digest @RangersDigestYT]

@bretbotfeld discusses the #NYR leadership dynamic between Mike Sullivan, J.T. Miller & why their may be cause for concern as we enter this "re-tool!" 🔻

This Reveals A LOT About the New York Rangers… https://t.co/7NkYMTkgx1 via @YouTube

[Rangers Digest @RangersDigestYT]

@bretbotfeld discusses why a potential trade between the #NYR and #TimeToHunt for Artemi Panarin, would be bad for the Blueshirts future! 🔻

NO WAY they actually Do This… https://t.co/QjWUiKa8mV via @YouTube

[Indianapolis Colts @Colts]

rt to win!

[Rangers Digest @RangersDigestYT]

@bretbotfeld reacts to Artemi Panarin's final game for the #NYR, after @reporterchris said the Blueshirts will bench him until a trade is finalized! 🚨 🔻

BREAKING: It’s CONFIRMED… https://t.co/vxkK76HLev via @YouTube

[Rangers Digest @RangersDigestYT]

@bretbotfeld reacts to the reported Carson Soucy TRADE between the #NYR and the #Isles. Check it out below! 🔻

MASSIVE Rangers Trade INCOMING... Insider Reveals WILD Trade Update https://t.co/UdLbrSrshg via @YouTube

[Rangers Digest @RangersDigestYT]

@bretbotfeld reacts to @vzmercogliano's report revealing SHOCKING details from BOTH #nyr letter to the fans. Check it out below! 🔻

These New Developments are Honestly HORRIRFYING... https://t.co/XHIxABVJoG via @YouTube

[Bret Botfeld @bretbotfeld]

I react to NHL insider Pierre LeBrun's latest update regarding a #NYR J.T. Miller trade. Check it out below! 🔻 #NewYorkRangers #NHL

I have never been more confident saying this… https://t.co/Rr9u4p7VOq via @YouTube

[Rangers Digest @RangersDigestYT]

@bretbotfeld reacts to NHL insider Pierre LeBrun's latest update regarding a #NYR J.T. Miller trade. Check it out below! 🔻 #NewYorkRangers #NHL

I have never been more confident saying this… https://t.co/rh1CSHWPPp via @YouTube

[Bret Botfeld @bretbotfeld]

I react to a rumored Vincent Trocheck trade to the #mnwild. I discuss why the package back to Broadway would be so intriguing. Check it out below! ⬇️ #NYR #NewYorkRangers #NHL

INSANE Rangers Trade Report... This is PERFECT https://t.co/FAfv9nK3wF via @YouTube