Summer has come. Now it’s time to visit ballparks in the Bronx and Queens.
Now it’s time to watch the Liberty in Brooklyn, check out the Cyclones at Coney Island, and catch up with the Jets and Giants when training camp begins in late July.
There are plenty of big stars to see and options to choose from over the coming months.
The Post’s Zach Braziller breaks down the hot sports scene ahead:
Gerrit Cole (June, TBD)
The Yankees are expected to welcome their ace at some point this month.
Cole, who began his third rehabilitation on Friday night, has been sidelined since spring training due to nerve inflammation and swelling in his right elbow.
The rich will get richer with the return of the Bronx Cy Young Award winner.
Subway Series (June 25-26, July 23-24)
Yankees fans have realistic World Series dreams.
Mets fans have nightmares every day.
The team from The Bronx has the best record in baseball, while the team from Queens is much closer to the NL East basement than the penthouse.
It’s a discrepancy on paper, but strange things seem to happen when two locals meet.
At least the Mets got a chance to put a rare smile on their fans’ faces with a few unexpected wins over one of their rivals.
NBA Draft (June 26-27)
The NBA draft was held for the first time over two days.
Bronny James has been criticized as one of the weaker talents in recent years, but he highlights this. He is the son of LeBron James. He is the son of LeBron James. His choice could affect which team his father plays for next year. .
The Knicks, who haven’t had a first-round selection since taking Quentin Grimes 25th overall in 2021, have two first-rounders (Nos. 24-25) they could use to improve their depth this year.
But the rebuilding Nets don’t have a single pick in the draft, which will be held at their home stadium, Barclays Center.
NBA Free Agency (June 30)
After back-to-back advances to the second round, the Knicks want to take the next step.
It starts here.
Team president Leon Rose has two key free agents he would be wise to keep in OG Anunoby and Isaiah Hartenstein.
The Nets have a big free agent in big man Nic Claxton.
From LeBron James to Paul George to Jrue Holiday, there are some potential huge names that could hit the market.
James Harden, Pascal Siakam, and DeMar DeRozan are also available.
It looks like the association has had a hectic few days.
Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest (July 4th)
The event made major headlines this week after The Post broke the news that Joey Chestnut would not be able to attend this year’s event due to a contract dispute involving representatives of another hot dog brand.
But Chestnut expressed hope that something will be worked out with Major League Eating, which sanctions the tradition, so he can compete.
The 16th Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest champion is one of the main draws of the popular competition.
Here’s hoping “Jaws” defends his title.
MLB All-Star Game (July 16)
The defending World Series champion Rangers will host the Midsummer Classic for the first time since 1995, and there will likely be a large Yankees contingent at Globe Life Field.
Overwhelming rookie Luis Gil is playing as the American League starting pitcher, Aaron Judge and Juan Soto are strong candidates, and Clay Holmes and Carlos Rodon are also strong candidates. , Anthony Volpe are also strong candidates.
Former Yankee Luis Severino (3.12 ERA) makes a case for himself, but picking a Met is much more difficult.
MLB Trade Deadline (July 27-30)
Will domestic slugger Pete Alonso stay or go?
That will be the most important storyline here as CEO David Stearns navigates his first trade deadline with the Mets, who are likely to sell.
On the other end of the spectrum, look for Yankees general manager Brian Cashman to be active as he attempts to add to his contending club.
Deepening the lineup and strengthening the bullpen are two areas that need to be addressed.
Giants Training Camp (July)
Electric rookie receiver Malik Nabers is reason enough to check out Big Blue this summer.
LSU’s first-round pick has already surprised his new teammates and coaches during spring training.
Nabers, along with new pass-rushing demon Brian Burns (acquired via trade with the Panthers), gives the Giants hope after a dismal six-win season a year ago.
Jet Training Camp (July)
All eyes will be on Aaron Rodgers’ left Achilles tendon.
The four-time MVP is working on a comeback.
He missed all but four games last season after a poor performance in the regular season opener, and is undoubtedly key to the Jets’ return to the playoffs for the first time since 2010.
Another key question: Will new defensive end Haason Reddick be available when training camp begins?
In search of a new deal, the former Eagle skipped OTAs and the required two-day minicamp.
Summer Olympics (July 26 – August 11)
Unless she is used as an injury replacement, Kaitlyn Clark will not play as a member of the USA women’s basketball team. But there will be several star Americans fighting for gold in Paris.
From Simone Biles in gymnastics and Kate Douglass and Katie Ledecky in swimming to Coco Gauff in women’s tennis and LeBron James and Steph Curry in men’s basketball, there’s no shortage of reasons to watch.
Cyclones (continued in September)
Are you tired of watching the Mets lose?
Take a trip to Coney Island, take a dip in the ocean, and watch prospects like pitcher Jonah Tong play for the team’s Single A team.
If you’re a “Seinfield” fan, August 10th would be a good day to go.
The team will give away a George Costanza bobblehead to the first 2,000 fans in attendance.
Liberty (mid September)
Last year’s runner-up is a title contender once again, off an 11-2 start behind the explosive trio of Breanna Stewart, Sabrina Ionescu and Jonquel Jones.
Barclays Center is the place to catch them in action. They have a legitimate chance to end our city’s ownership drought.
Yankees Old Timer Day (August 24)
There will be special changes for the 76th Old-Timers’ Day. On the 15th anniversary of their title win, the Yankees will commemorate their last championship team, the 2009 team of Derek Jeter, Alex Rodriguez and Mariano Rivera.
Giants vs. Jet (August 24)
Both teams will be wrapping up the preseason with final adjustments before games really matter.
We won’t see the starters for long, but that quarter or so should be a good preview of September.
US Open Tennis (August 26-September 8)
Defending men’s champion Novak Djokovic is a question mark after suffering a torn meniscus in his right knee at the French Open.
But Carlos Alcaraz, a bright young star who won the 2022 Open and the French event, will be one of the favorites and has become a fan favorite.
Gauff could be the headliner as the American athlete seeks the women’s championship.
