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Phillies, ex-Yankees hitting coach: Bryce Harper would've 'thrived' in Bronx
Kevin Long was Bryce Harper’s hitting coach in Washington when Harper was a young player and has the same role now with the Phillies.
Phillies hitting coach unlocking positive energy
The four MLB teams for which Kevin Long has worked share a significant commonality: all have at least reached the World Series with him.
Candidates to replace Carlos Beltran as Mets manager
The Mets are in the market for a new manager -- again. Carlos Beltran -- hired just three months ago to replace the axed Mickey Callaway -- parted ways with...
Why Kevin Long's third World Series trip is the sweetest
Nationals hitting coach Kevin Long, the former Yankees and Mets hitting coach, is going to his third World Series since 2009, in large part because of the work he did...
The costly mistake Zack Wheeler vows to not make again
WASHINGTON — Zack Wheeler learned a lesson Sunday in the Mets’ 6-5 loss to the Nationals. He vowed he will not make the same mistake again. “I just think I...
Tim Tebow's bat begins to show some promise
PORT ST. LUCIE — Tim Tebow isn’t ready to test his left ankle yet in the outfield, but his bat is showing progress. Given his first start of the exhibition...
Mets staying healthy won't change grim NL East reality
PORT ST. LUCIE — Kevin Long turned the corner down the left field line that took him out of the main stadium at First Data Field and into view of...
Mets reveal plan to further nurture Juan Lagares' new swing
PORT ST. LUCIE — Juan Lagares’ new swing has Mets officials intrigued. The next step is ensuring Lagares receives enough practice with it this spring. “He’s made some adjustments and...
Kevin Long is leaving for a Mets rival
Kevin Long is officially out of New York. Long, who spent the past three seasons as the Mets hitting coach following eight seasons in the same role in The Bronx,...
The Mets have found their new hitting coach
The Mets’ two most prominent coaching openings are no longer vaccant. With Kevin Long pursuing other opportunities after his failed bid at the Mets’ managerial opening, the team is prepared...
Kevin Long could be returning to Yankees, manager or not
Kevin Long has been linked to the Yankees as Joe Girardi’s successor, but there could be another position available for him if he isn’t chosen to fill the managerial vacancy....
Kevin Long's options for leaving the Mets are expanding
Kevin Long’s managerial interview with the Mets this month may have been just a warm-up for other pursuits. Already, the Mets’ hitting coach was granted permission this week to speak...
Potential Girardi replacements and their connection to Yankees
Who's next? Here’s a look at potential candidates to replace Joe Girardi as Yankees manager (in alphabetical order): Jay Bell, Single-A Tampa manager Impressed at Single-A Tampa in first year...
Mets could turn to familiar coach to solve infield issues
The Mets’ problematic infield defense has team officials considering a reunion with a displaced member of the coaching staff. According to industry sources, Tim Teufel, who was reassigned within the...
Yankees and Girardi intrigue grows as two sides set to meet
Hal Steinbrenner, Brian Cashman and Joe Girardi have worked together for a decade that has included the building of a new Yankee Stadium, winning a World Series title and an...
Spurned Mets manager candidate will interview with rivals
Kevin Long isn’t necessarily finished with the Mets, but he is exploring other options. An industry source confirmed Monday that Long, who was among the Mets’ managerial candidates — the...
Mets near manager decision with Long, Acta front-runners
Dusty Baker was told he would not be back as the Nationals manager, but he almost certainly will not become part of the Mets’ process for a new skipper. The...
Where the Mets stand after other teams' manager moves
CHICAGO -- The Mets lost a managerial candidate on Thursday, but could have improved their chances with another. According to reports, the Red Sox will name Astros bench coach Alex...
Mets' manager search picks up steam and adds old pal
CHICAGO — The Mets have another managerial candidate with ties to the franchise on their radar. An industry source confirmed Monday that Manny Acta, who served as third-base coach during...
Would Kevin Long be good Mets manager? An ex-pupil weighs in
LOS ANGELES — Kevin Long’s résumé does not include major league playing or managing experience, but former Met Curtis Granderson sees qualities in the team’s hitting coach that could allow...