On Yelp, three stars means "OK" which is what I think about the New York Red Bulls. They've been…read moreOK. The Red Bulls are one of the 10 original teams to begin Major League Soccer (MLS) play in 1996. In 25 complete seasons, the Red Bulls have zero MLS Cup appearances. However, they have won the Supporters' Shield three times, one shy of the current league record co-held by DC United and LA Galaxy (four shields each). All three of the Red Bulls shields were won in the previous decade: 2013 (59 points), 2015 (60), and 2018 (71). So I guess you can say things have been trending up since 1996. The Red Bulls were at the top of the MLS standings at the conclusion of the 2018 regular season. They were the first-seed in the Eastern Conference. Unfortunately for New York/New Jersey, the Red Bulls lost to the eventual MLS Cup champions that year, Atlanta United FC, in the Conference Finals, 3-1. Atlanta was able to win the MLS Cup in just the team's second year of existence while after two-and-a-half decades, the Red Bulls are still searching for their first MLS Cup appearance. English forward Bradley Wright-Phillips played for the Red Bulls during the 2018 campaign. He was with the team from 2013 to 2019, appearing in 195 games, the most for any club in his career. For five straight seasons (2014-2018), Wright-Phillips was the team's top scorer. He holds team records in both goals scored in a single season (27 in 2014) and all time (125; second place is held by Juan Pablo Angel with less than half: 62). Since 2010, the Red Bulls' home has been "The Fortress," Red Bull Arena, in Harrison, New Jersey. Also referred to as the "Cathedral of American Soccer," Red Bull Arena has a seating capacity of 25,000, making it one of the bigger venues in MLS. It's not among the biggest, though, as at least five other venues have a capacity of 30,000 or higher. The New York Red Bulls were originally known as the New York/New Jersey MetroStars. It wasn't until Red Bull, the energy drink company, purchased the team in 2006 when the team's name was changed to Red Bull New York (a.k.a. New York Red Bulls).

If the team goes under, it'd Dead Bull. And if you go to watch a different team, it's Instead Bull…read more And if you get pleasure in the bathrooms at half time, it might be Head Bull? This is the original MLS team that I was fanatical about, and have been following for many years. Of course in my day they were the Metrostars, but my day is no longer the day - however I still I'm a fan and I still root for them a lot, and especially since they moved into this amazing Stadium, I'm kind of jealous because I didn't get to be a fan in these days, just in those days. Of course the stadium is actually not in New York City and not even near it so they really should be the Jersey team because this is the heart of Latin New Jersey. Pretty much right across the river from Newark. It's beautiful and amazing and I'm a huge fan of a team still to this day. I just wish they would have put some titles on the board to match how amazing they were in so many different seasons. They've been nothing but great for the league and especially in the Thierry Henry days and the Bradley Wright-Phillips days - it's been nothing but awesome for this team. But no championships.

I had a great time at a Garden State Rollergirls bout. They are very good at returning emails…read more The bouts are very affordable. This isn't your parents roller derby. This is modern flat track and it is growing rapidly on the grassroots level.

First off, Horrible team and bad food. Can't get even 1 meal without having horrible service and…read morefood. Would not recommend!

PROS: Amazing team to follow with such a rich history with players that have their heads screwed on…read moreright and play the sport with integrity CONS: They haven't done much in the past 11 years which is similar to their 1970s run which was terrible OVERALL: I will always bleed blue but if they don't start winning games more often their fan base can shrink

The New York Giants are a mess and almost as bad as the Jets. Out of the last 13 football seasons…read morethey have only had 2 winning seasons, and two playoff losses. Basically, they stink just as much. Hey Giant's fans, I bet you love seeing Saquon Barkley in a Philadelphia Eagles uniform! Winning the Super Bowl and setting records for rushing yardage in a season. One of the biggest blunders ever by their management letting him walk. Sure, they had some good seasons and won some Super Bowls but that was a long time ago, last one 15 years ago. Since then they have been a pretty bad organization. Let's not sugarcoat it, they stink.

Few things are better than a warm summer night and some baseball…read more The Jackals are a member of the Can-Am League, a professional independent baseball league. That means that while they're professional and play at a high level, they have no MLB team affiliations. They play at Yogi Berra Stadium on the campus of Montclair State University. I guess I'll break down my review into different categories so it's easy to browse. BASEBALL This is obviously the most important part - the baseball itself. It is professional baseball, it's entertaining to watch, and sometimes when you just want to go out and watch a game, baseball is baseball. I'm not really sure what I'd equate the skill level to in affiliated minor league baseball, maybe Single-A. The guys are good, and they do sometimes get picked up by MLB teams, almost always for their minor league affiliates, but still. STADIUM Yogi Berra Stadium is nice there's not much to say about it other than that it's an intimate and simple stadium to watch baseball. Everything is well maintained, including the field which looks to be great quality. PRICE The price is one of the best things about the Jackals, and it's why I recommend you check them out even if you aren't the biggest baseball fan or if you're just looking for something to do. Tickets are always super well priced. You can get in and get a good seat for $12, and even the most expensive tickets right behind the plate are only $17. Young kids are free. The concessions are also very well priced - beer, food, everything. They also have daily specials that'll make it even easier on your wallet like Thirsty Thursdays, a true minor league baseball staple, where they've got $1 domestic beers and $2 hot dogs. They've also got fireworks shows post game on Saturdays and often have swag giveaways. Parking is free. OVERALL Overall, I highly recommend checking out a Jackals game. Relax, grab a hot dog and a cold beer, and enjoy some baseball. It's a great activity when you want something to do no matter what your age. It's also a really good activity if you have kids. I'm very happy to live nearby, and I bet you will be too.

Foodies: I gave this visit a 4 because I ordered a grilled chicken salad, and while half the time…read moreit comes back fried, they do use a thermometer to check the temp of the chicken which is Really smart! It's a pain that they make everything fresh because we're at a ballpark so, quick grab and go's are best But!, they check the temp of the chicken!

It was a hot & sultry night at the tail end of the heatwave, but we made it for the game with the…read moreBatavia Muck Dogs (WTH is that??). The Richmond County stadium is super easy to get to because it's right next to the SI Ferry terminal with a good view of NY harbor and is a standard minor league park similar to the LI Ducks, Brooklyn Cyclones or Newark Bears. I always enjoy coming here. Courtesy of company sponsored tickets, we sat on the 3rd base line almost even with the bag and we had a great view. Plus the seats came with All-You-Can-Eat & Drink wristbands! We chowed down on cheeseburgers, hot dogs & chicken sandwiches, along with chips, soda & above all else, WATER! It was HOT! After the sun went down, it was a little more tolerable, and we didn't have to douse ourselves. We got there after the game started so we missed out on the free bobblehead giveaway, darn! And this year they didn't limit you to one food item at time, so we loaded up before we went to our seats. The game was none too exciting being an A club and most players were batting less than .200, but the inter-inning activities were fun, with races and free t-shirts. We ended up losing 3-2 anyway.

We came here yesterday to explore the "4th Annual Brewfest and Wing showcase."…read more It turned out to be a beautiful day to sip on 12 different exotic beer of our choice and wings as well. There were over one thousand people at the event. They had a band as well as a great selection of music. We had a nice view of Manhattan and the Statue of Liberty as well as meeting some nice people. The ball park is walking distance from the ferry. Yes, the ferry is free, well maintain, about 30 minutes ride from NYC, and you can enjoy sight seeing especially the statute of liberty.

First of all, I have been purchasing Topps baseball cards for nearly 36 years. I have purchased…read morefrom various vendors over the years, and more recently - the past 3 to 4 years - from Steel City, an online retail company that sells all varieties of cards. I just purchased 2 boxes of the 2024 Topps Baseball Card Hobby Boxes, Series 1. That's a total of 480 cards for the 2 boxes. I received 36% duplicates, or a total of 175 cards being duplicative. Also, out of the complete set of 350 cards for Series 1, I am still missing 74 cards, or 21% of the set, despite purchasing 2 full hobby boxes. The average cost per card is over .37 cents, and of course, most of these cards will be worth less than a nickel. Also, despite stating that you will receive an autographed card or relic card in each hobby box, I did not receive a single autographed card, In fact, I received a relic card in each box, and I received the same player relic card in each box - Christian Yelich. What are the odds? Terrible. I am very disappointed at the "value" I received. So many duplicates, zero autographs (which is why I paid for the hobby boxes) and zero variation cards. Basically, a complete dud for my purchase of 2 hobby boxes. They keep getting more expensive, and the product is getting worse. You have to buy full boxes in the hope of getting anything, and now the odds are awful. I am at that stage where I am ready to stop being a collector. You can't get any variation cards anymore, or autographs it seems. The company teases you with the hopes of getting great cards, then fails to deliver. Buyer Beware.

Sure, I traded Topps cards as a kid, flipped them with friends and schoolmates for a quick win or…read moreloss depending on the wind -- unless you consider three Horace Clarke's for one Dave Kingman a wise investment. More practically, many wound up in the spokes of my Schwinn Apple Krate for reasons unknown. What I never did was consider these cardboard pictographs that reeked of stale bubble gum investment grade heirlooms. I wasn't even that pissed when my mother threw out my collection in one of her notorious caffeine-fueled cleaning spasms. Now when I visit the occasional flea market or sports memorabilia shop, I'm amazed to see these cards hermetically sealed in plastic sleeves with associated pricing information that would rival your friendly neighborhood algorithm or crypto-dealer. Mom, I still love you but I think you threw out my retirement. No stars for you today,

As soon as I saw that the Queens of Pain had a mascot dressed up like the gimp from Pulp Fiction, I…read moreknew I was going to have a good time at roller derby. Well, that's not completely correct. I actually knew it when my friend first mentioned it. How could Roller Derby not be an amazing night? Our tickets said the doors opened at 6:30 but no show until 8. We showed up about 7:20, mistake #1. Note to all potential roller derby attendees, GET THERE EARLY. It was already packed by the time we showed up, and we kind of had to squeeze in to get seats. If we had been more than two people, we probably would have had to split up. Now to the action, Gotham Girls Roller Derby is no f*cking joke. These girls are out to bust some asses. And, of course, my former borough of Queens showed the Bronx who is boss. Great win, great time, count me in again. And, yeah, I totally have a crush on Suzy Hotrod.

What can i say about the roller derby? I really didn't know what to expect since it was my first…read moretime. I know that i will be able to tell you that it will not be my last. My experience was a blast. it was a very fun atmosphere, exciting competition (once i figured out the rules) and very casual. The crowd was casual, inclusive and actively involved. Like any other event they had souvenirs, concessions with beer and snacks. Oh yeah did i mention free beads! But they didn't ask me to show any body parts :-( , not sure who got the better of that one... lol definitely something that everyone should do.

GRADUATION CEREMONY VENUE REVIEW:…read more With it being graduation season, this is a review of Prudential Center as a commencement ceremony venue. Because of preparations for FIFA World Cup 2026, many schools that would have held their graduation ceremonies at MetLife Stadium have changed locations this year. I attended a commencement at Prudential Center last week. Here are my pros, cons, and heads-ups for anyone going to 'The Rock' for a graduation ceremony for the first time. Pros: - it's an indoor arena, so inclement weather be damned - it's climate controlled, so take that summer heat and humidity! - high resolution projection screens; real-time video projection images are so sharp and clear - audio is great inside Prudential Center, so you can actually hear speakers clearly and graduates' name - comfortable seats imo - good concession stands - cute photo ops inside the arena Cons: - traffic getting into downtown Newark can be horrendous; that's just how it is so allot extra time for travel Heads-up: - If you are driving to Prudential Center, know you will be spending money to park if you want to be close to the venue. - Make sure to read Prudential Center's bag policy so you won't be stopped at security and told to use a locker if your bag is too big.

Nice venue in downtown Newark for sports and concerts and shows. Came tonight to see Stars On Ice…read more2026. The arena was very clean and the layout was not confusing. Of course food and drinks were very expensive. Going through security was a little bit hectic, but once we walked pass the area things were much calmer. The staff was nice. I found parking within a 4 minute walk from the arena. Will definitely come back again if there is something of interest to me.