A Post writer from 1981-88 who returned in 1997, Kevin Kernan has been covering baseball since 1999. He also covered the Knicks, Nets, Giants, college basketball and boxing. An author of five books, he’s won the Excellence in Journalism Award presented by the New Jersey Sportswriters Association. A member of the Ramapo College Hall of Fame, he was presented with a Distinguished Achievement in RV Journalism Award for his RV journey to Super Bowl XLII.
Visit Kevin's BlogFor the Mets, it’s on to Super Tuesday with a smile. In a season of mistakes, the Mets hit their lowest point yesterday when they threw the ball away in the infield three times on one fifth-inning play, their version of... June 17, 2013
From MetsZack Wheeler is going to hit the mound running Tuesday night in Atlanta at Turner Field, when he makes his major league debut against the Braves. Terry Collins and the Mets are going to make sure of that. Wheeler will... June 15, 2013
From MetsDavid Wright offered a strong message to his Mets teammates: Don’t dare accept the losing. One of the most crushing aspects of the Mets’ season has been their lack of fight at home. They went into last night having hit... June 13, 2013
From MetsThe Cardinals have many core players. When they lose one, another steps in to get the job done. That’s because of their core philosophy — they draft players that fit their plan. This was a tale of two organizations at... June 12, 2013
From MetsSunday Bloody Sunday officially kicked off the Mets’ new season. Sandy Alderson and Terry Collins finally ran out of patience yesterday and sent Ike Davis packing to Triple-A Las Vegas along with outfielder Mike Baxter... June 10, 2013
From MetsLee MAZZILLI’s text came shortly after his son L.J. was selected in the fourth round of the MLB draft by the Mets yesterday. The baseball lives of father and son have come full circle. Lee was a first-round pick of the... June 08, 2013
From MetsThe sign in the kitchen said it all. “Dream Big.’’ Rob Kaminsky’s dreams came true last night as he was taken with the 28th pick in the first round of the MLB draft by the Cardinals. In the family room of his Englewood... June 07, 2013
From More SportsHal Steinbrenner made it crystal clear on Monday that he wants Alex Rodriguez to “act like a Yankee.’’ One day later that’s not going so well. A-Rod’s sullied image took another tape-measure huge hit last night when... June 05, 2013
From YankeesHal Steinbrenner does not want to be disappointed by Alex Rodriguez again, and last night admitted the offensively challenged Yankees need the steroid-stained slugger and most of all need him to act like a Yankee. It... June 04, 2013
From YankeesThe numbers are so cold and so revealing. The Yankees have gone from Bronx Bombers to Bronx Bummers on offense. The difference between the Red Sox and Yankees is painfully obvious. All you have to do is look at runs... June 03, 2013
From YankeesThe words were said with the calmness that has become as much of a trademark of Matt Harvey as his 89-mph slider. His point was precise. “We’re starting to play really well,’’ Harvey told The Post this past week that... June 02, 2013
From MetsThe Mets own New York. Well, at least the last week of May in New York. Imagine that. And it’s all because of their starting pitching. Call it the Matt Harvey Effect combined with Terry Collins telling his team it is... May 31, 2013
From MetsThe Mets own New York. Well, at least the last week of May in New York. Imagine that. And it’s all because of their starting pitching. Call it the Matt Harvey Effect combined with Terry Collins telling his team it is... May 30, 2013
From MetsTheir job is done, their time has come. It’s time for the Yankees Replacements to be replaced. Even Lyle Overbay, who has played tremendously in a fill-in role for Mark Teixeira at first base, understands this cold fact... May 30, 2013
From MetsAfter two nights of incredible victories at Citi Field and three straight wins at home, the challenge for the Mets is clear: Take it to the Bronx. The Subway Series switches trains tonight and it is the Mets who have... May 29, 2013
From YankeesOn cold winter days David Wright would sometimes stop in at Citi Field for a workout and there was Matt Harvey pushing himself like nothing Wright had ever seen before from a young pitcher. “There were a few days when... May 29, 2013
From MetsOn cold winter days David Wright would sometimes stop in at Citi Field for a workout, and there was Matt Harvey pushing himself like nothing Wright ever had seen before from a young pitcher. “There were a few days when... May 29, 2013
From MetsYes, this series means much more to the Mets. In many ways this Subway Series is their World Series. There are signs, though, that maybe the Yankees aren’t quite as good as their 30-20 record indicates. Maybe this team... May 28, 2013
From YankeesOn the day Matt Harvey is pitching, it is a much different Mets’ world. It is a world of winners. It’s Met Harvey Day. Harvey has a presence. How big a presence? “He’s like a Roger Clemens with his intimidation factor... May 22, 2013
From MetsThe question used to be: Can the Mets play meaningful games in September? Now the question is: Can they play any meaningful games in May? This season could be over before it really starts by the end of this month. So... May 21, 2013
From MetsYankees general manager Brian Cashman was in the back of the press box telling The Post what he likes best about yesterday’s starting pitcher David Phelps. “What’s impressive to me is his composure,’’ Cashman said.... May 19, 2013
From YankeesThe Yankee Way used to be all about superstars. This year it’s all about team and overcoming an absurd amount of injuries. That means there is less room for error, everyone has to contribute. In addition to the... May 17, 2013
From YankeesThe Replacements are doing a great job, but the reason the Yankees are in first place is the incredible work of the bullpen and the living masterpiece that is save artist Mariano Rivera. There is no one like Mo, who is... May 16, 2013
From YankeesIf Ike Davis doesn’t clean it up quickly in the cleanup spot, ticket him for a trip to Triple-A Las Vegas. The Mets cannot afford to waste Matt Harvey’s starts. They cannot afford to have Davis continue to strike out in... May 13, 2013
From MetsThe reality is the Mets’ payroll is in the same neighborhood as the Marlins’ — and they are getting just about the same results. Take away the salaries of Johan Santana, Jason Bay and the money the Mets are paying... May 12, 2013
From MetsNights like last night at Citi Field make you want to fast forward to the future with the Mets. Zack Wheeler can’t get here fast enough. Wheeler, who pitches in Las Vegas tonight, needs to put together another strong... May 11, 2013
From MetsTAMPA — Alex Rodriguez was back at work yesterday for the second day and, according to those inside the Yankees’ minor league complex, A-Rod spent part of his time talking to Kevin Youkilis. Yes, just a couple of... May 08, 2013
From YankeesTAMPA — Alex Rodriguez insisted yesterday he is not finished. In fact, when he held the bat in his hand during the first day of his return to baseball activities and took about 30 swings off a tee, he said: “Man, I’m so... May 07, 2013
From YankeesATLANTA — There are many ways the Braves are ahead of the Mets, but one of the biggest differences between the teams was on display yesterday during yet another of those Dog Day Afternoons here at Turner Field. The... May 06, 2013
From MetsATLANTA — Never forget the Big Picture. You have to keep that in mind every day with these water-logged Mets. The cloud that has been following them dropped more rain yesterday, washing out their game against the Braves... May 05, 2013
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