"MVP! MVP! MVP!" The chant was heard frequently throughout Tuesday night at Citi Field — and for good reason. Francisco Lindor's NL MVP candidacy grows by the day and he added to his case in the Mets' series-clinching win over the Red Sox. James O'Connell trib.al/ahhdss0

Fresh off his 11th blown save of the season, Clay Holmes did not receive the strong vote of confidence that Aaron Boone has offered the closer after previous gut-wrenchers this year. Gary Phillips trib.al/L6yj5rB

The Giants’ search for their next franchise quarterback made its way back onto Hard Knocks this week. Pat Leonard trib.al/ZtB6EaW

The Nets announced its new front-office hires and promotions, starting with B.J. Johnson. Johnson has been promoted to assistant GM, replacing Jeff Peterson, who left in March to become the Hornets' executive VP of basketball operations. @CjHolmes22 trib.al/rIu1z1s

The front office reorganization will continue for the Mets this fall with the departure of longtime executive Ian Levin. Abbey Mastracco trib.al/OhRIFoV

Finally, Kodai Senga has been able to take a big step in his recovery from a calf strain. The Mets ace, who was placed on the injured list only one day after coming off of it in July, threw a bullpen Wednesday at Citi Field. Abbey Mastracco trib.al/5Czuufc

The Yankees are changing their approach to the closer’s role, if only for the time being. Aaron Boone made that revelation on Wednesday after Clay Holmes blew his league leading 11th save on Tuesday night. Gary Phillips trib.al/IByfhlp

Jessica Pegula pulled off a major upset of Iga Swiatek at the U.S. Open, beating the No. 1-ranked woman 6-2, 6-4 on Wednesday night to win a Grand Slam quarterfinal for the first time on her seventh try. trib.al/qm3T4Bb

It took a Jesse Winker grand slam and some shrewd managing by Carlos Mendoza, but the Mets matched their season-high win streak with their seventh straight on Wednesday night at Citi Field. Abbey Mastracco trib.al/54JIIJZ

On Wednesday, Marcus Stroman appeared out of sync, allowing five earned runs in a 10-6, series-deciding loss to the Rangers. The defeat dropped the Yankees to 80-60 on the season and 40-41 since June 1. Gary Phillips trib.al/sKOJSDj

Alex Verdugo’s lack of hustle drew attention again on Wednesday, as the Yankees’ left fielder caught the eye of YES Network play-by-play man Michael Kay. Gary Phillips trib.al/5p7SgPZ

HANK GOLA | History tells us the Ravens are fast starters and the Chiefs can be sluggish. trib.al/YfINgyR

FANTASY BILLBOARD | Philadelphia gave up the second-most Fantasy points to QBs in 2023. Te amo, Jordan Love! @fantasybillboa7 trib.al/0YUkfZP

For the first time since 2006, an American will appear in the men’s singles final at the U.S. Open. Which American that is remains to be seen. Peter Sblendorio trib.al/S3sdQf8

Two-time Women’s World Cup champion Alex Morgan has announced she is pregnant with her second child and is retiring from professional soccer. The 35-year-old Morgan will play her final match with her club team on Sunday. trib.al/hnLYbqw

Aaron Rodgers is days away from playing in an actual game for the first time since Sept. 11, 2023. Antwan V. Staley trib.al/bkqdnKo

Thursday's Liberty win over the No. 5 seed Seattle Storm could be a foreshadowing into this fall's postseason: Noelle Quinn's new-look squad isn't a team equipped to stop the Liberty from getting back to the WNBA Finals. Fiifi Frimpong trib.al/fkDkvYP

Emma Navarro met her match. The fast-rising American’s storybook run at the U.S. Open came to an end Thursday night as Aryna Sabalenka eliminated her — 6-3, 7-6 (2) — in the semifinal at Arthur Ashe Stadium. Peter Sblendorio trib.al/RspvmUD

Jessica Pegula is one win away from the U.S. Open title. The American came roaring back from an early deficit to defeat Karolina Muchova in her semifinal match at Arthur Ashe Stadium, booking her spot in Saturday’s final. Peter Sblendorio trib.al/fpPVWcM

HANK GOLA | Sam Darnold comes home to MetLife as the least of the Giants’ concerns. The Vikings aren’t going to be leaning on him but on RB Aaron Jones. trib.al/z9Sxnw2