Patrick Hennessy

Sports Writer

United States of America

My name is Patrick Hennessy and I am an Editor as well as the lead trending writer for Elite Sports NY. I mainly cover the Yankees, but I am widely knowledgeable of all New York sports teams. Throughout my writing career, I have covered the Yankees for TheGreedyPinstripes.com , 518sports.com, Fansided's Yanks Go Yard and I am now currently with EliteSportsNY.com. I am very open to any sort of criticism as long as it can help me with my future work.

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Elitesportsny
03/06/2017
New York Yankees: What if Mark Teixeira was never signed?

December 23, 2008: the New York Yankees decided to make their third move of their free agent spending spree and sign first baseman Mark Teixeira to an eight-year, $180 million deal. With the Yankees heading into their first season since 2008 without Teixeira on the roster, we take a look at how history could have been changed entirely if this deal was never made.

Elitesportsny
12/10/2016
Why the New York Yankees should have let Dellin Betances be the closer

New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman made it evident to the world from the start that his key focus this offseason was acquiring a back-end bullpen arm. It seemed as if it were perfect timing with both Kenley Jansen and Aroldis Chapman on the free agent market.

Yanks Go Yard
11/21/2016
An Interview With The Man Who Caught A-Rod's 3000th Hit, Zack Hample

Zack Hample has a passion for collecting baseballs and goes across the country to snag them to add to his illustrious collection. As of today, Hample has over 9000 baseballs in his collection which includes the final home run at Shea Stadium which is one of his most prized possessions.

Yanks Go Yard
11/14/2016
The New York Yankees Should Just Forget About Aroldis Chapman

It should come as no surprise that, the New York Yankees are in the thick of things when it comes to free-agent Aroldis Chapman . Brian Cashman has already placed a call to the flamethrower's agent to discuss where the two sides stand when it comes to a potential deal.

Elitesportsny
11/13/2016
UFC 205: What Else Does Conor McGregor Have to Prove?

Conor McGregor and Eddie Alvarez met in the octagon at Madison Square Garden for a highly-touted main event fight. Well, it was technically more of a beat down rather than a fight. Prior to the beginning of the match, McGregor shouted to the crowd : "The Irish, we built this town ...

Elitesportsny
10/18/2016
How The 2016 Chicago Cubs Compare To The 2009 New York Yankees

In 2009, the New York Yankees won their first World Series title in nine years when they beat the Philadelphia Phillies in the I-95 series. They were considered the favorite to win it all prior to the season due to the addition of key free agents, CC Sabathia , Mark Teixeira , and A.J.

Yanks Go Yard
10/21/2016
Why The New York Yankees Can't Afford To Trade Tyler Austin

This past season, the New York Yankees saw the beginning of a youth movement that seemed impossible just a few years ago. A key piece of this movement was first baseman, Tyler Austin . The 25-year old received his call-up to the big leagues on August 13 when he made his major league debut and hit a home run in his very first at-bat.

Elitesportsny
10/11/2016
New York Yankees: Breaking Down The Lineup's Potential 3-4-5 For 2017

The New York Yankees will be heading into the 2017 season with hopes of improving the offensive numbers from last season. In particular, the potential 3-4-5 hitters in the lineup will be relied on for most of this offensive success: Gary Sanchez , Greg Bird , and Aaron Judge .

Elite Sports NY
09/30/2016
Tampa Yankees Pitcher Josh Rogers Discusses Life In The Minors (Interview)

Josh Rogers was drafted by the New York Yankees in the 11th round of the 2015 draft. He is a left-handed starting pitcher from Louisville whose potential is as high as it comes. Rogers, 22, has spent two seasons withing the Yankees organization splitting time between Charleston, Staten Island, and Tampa.

Elite Sports NY
08/25/2016
ESNY's New York Yankees Prospect Profile: Dillon Tate

In this edition of ESNY's New York Yankees Prospect Profile, we take a look at Dillon Tate, who is making his name well known. On August 1, the New York Yankees traded their best offensive performer Carlos Beltran to the Texas Rangers in exchange for Dillon Tate , Erik Swanson , and .

Elite Sports NY
08/26/2016
This Pitcher Could Be The Answer To Recent Bullpen Struggles

With the middle relief part of the New York Yankees bullpen struggling, a familiar face could be a source of help. Ever since the New York Yankees decided to pull the trigger and trade key pieces of the bullpen in Aroldis Chapman and Andrew Miller , the bullpen has looked weaker than ever.

Elite Sports NY
08/21/2016
UFC 202: Conor McGregor Outlasts Nate Diaz By Decision In A Bout For The Ages

Conor McGregor bested Nate Diaz in a decisive bout at UFC 202 which will certainly be remembered for years to come. Conor McGregor and Nate Diaz met once again in the cage for the first time since their bout at UFC 196 which resulted in McGregor being upset by Diaz, ultimately forced to submit.