SportsNet New York canceled its studio programs “SportsNite” and Baseball Night in New York
on Friday, November 6, 2026, and laid off much of its editorial staff, The Athletic reported. The network also overhauled its website to focus on programming information rather than news articles.
Cancellation and Staffing Changes
As part of our regular review of our business, operations and programming, SNY has decided to cease broadcasting Baseball Night in New York and SportsNite,
an SNY spokesperson said in a statement provided to multiple outlets. “We are grateful to those team members that helped bring these programs to fans for many years. Ongoing coverage of the Mets and New York sports are at the heart of SNY’s business, and we remain focused on continuing to deliver high-quality content to our passionate fans.”
Today is an incredibly tough day at SNY, and I just wanted to send a note of thanks to all of my amazing co-workers and our great viewers. I am so appreciative of all of you. pic.twitter.com/JNpSu3CNTj
The moves, which took effect immediately, end two signature shows. “SportsNite” had been a staple since the network’s launch in 2006, providing daily news and highlights on New York’s professional and collegiate teams. Baseball Night in New York,
which premiered in 2015, focused on news and rumors about the Mets and Yankees. Sal Licata, the host of Baseball Night in New York,
and Eamon McAnaney, a main host of “SportsNite,” were among those let go, The New York Post reported.
SNY’s website was also altered as part of the changes. Changes are coming to the website to focus more on scheduling information and promotion,
a source told The Post. The network’s website was changed to be similar to the websites for YES and MSG Network, which are the other RSNs in the New York metropolitan area.
Well, I (along with every member of our website editorial team) was part of the widespread SNY layoffs. It’s a gut punch, but I’m thankful for the 7+ years I spent with the company. I worked with a lot of really great and really talented people, and I’m thinking of everyone…
Several on-air personalities will remain with the network. According to The Athletic, reporters Chelsea Janes (MLB), Ian Begley (NBA), and Connor Hughes (NFL) will stick with SNY. The network will also continue to carry original content, including Mets and Jets pre and postgame coverage.
Despite the cancellations, SNY will continue to produce pregame and postgame shows for the Mets and Jets, as well as the “Mets Hot Stove” show and the simulcast of WFAN’s The Carton Show.
The network will also continue to air the Mets Hot Stove Show.
NEWS: SNY, the home of the Mets, had major layoffs today, including the cancellation of SportsNite & Baseball Night in New York, The Athletic has learned. (w/@MarcCarig)https://t.co/HT2MLJD61q
Following Industry Shifts
The changes at SNY mirror a trend in the regional sports network industry, which has been reeling from shifts in television viewing habits. Sports Media Watch noted that the other two major RSNs in the New York market, YES Network and MSG Networks, do not air daily sports news-style programs, focusing instead on live game coverage and team-specific shows.
SNY’s decision also follows a period of financial uncertainty for the network. In 2025, SNY explored a potential sale, but no sale was finalized. Current Mets owner Steve Cohen, who purchased the team from the Wilpons in 2020, was seen as a potential buyer.
SNY is majority-owned by Sterling Entertainment Enterprises, controlled by the Wilpon and Katz families. Lillian Rizzo of CNBC reported earlier this year that Comcast sold its stake in SNY to Charter Communications. The network launched a direct-to-consumer streaming option in 2025, costing $25 per month or $150 per year.
Former Mets owner Fred Wilpon is a co-founder of Sterling Equities, though he left the firm in September. SNY is regional sports network that broadcasts Mets games and just celebrated its 20th year of existence.
Well, after 7 years, my time at SNY has come to an end. Writing for SNY was my first job after graduating college. Never in my wildest dreams did I think that seeing this tweet below and sending an email would work, but it did. Eternally grateful for the experience. https://t.co/jeMsyUYiiT
SNY Continues Mets Coverage
The network also announced earlier this week that “Mets Hot Stove” would return on Tuesday to discuss the team’s offseason, signaling its continued commitment to Mets-specific content.
Andrew Marchand and Marc Carig of The Athletic were first to report the news Friday afternoon. Colin Martin said Friday was an incredibly tough day at SNY and that he was part of the widespread SNY layoffs after spending 7+ years with the company. Danny Abriano also noted the day was tough and that he was part of the mass layoffs after working with the editorial team on the website for 5 years.
After 10 years at SNY, I was part of the mass layoffs today Thank you to all who followed along, including those who were critical and challenged me to be better. That’s a huge part of what makes this industry special I may start a Substack. I may run for office Stay tuned
Phillip Martinez of Barrett Media produces daily content on the music, news, and sports media industries. Producer Gregg Picker, Director John DeMarsico, and Seth Zwiebel work inside the SNY production truck at Citi Field in New York, Thursday, June 26, 2025. Anthony Rieber covers sports media and business and professional sports (you know, games and trades and things). He has worked at Newsday since Aug. 31, 1998, and has been in his current position since Jan. 1, 2026.
Today's a tough day for me and many others who were a part of the mass layoffs at SNY. I've been blessed to have met and worked with so many talented people including our editorial team on the website for 5 years. Thank you for reading and I'll see you on the other side ✌️
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