Knicks’ title pursuit, Gerrit Cole’s return, World Cup among N.Y.’s top sports stories for 2026‎

There are reasons for optimism for New York sports in 2026. The Knicks are contenders in the wide-open Eastern Conference. The Yankees are set to get one of their biggest stars back. The World Cup is headed to MetLife Stadium. As 2025 comes to an end, here’s what New York has to look forward to in 2026. KNICKS IN THE MIX This past year was kind to the Knicks, who advanced to the Eastern ...