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In New York City, you can see the hometown hockey, baseball, football and basketball teams play their hearts out. Find tickets, venue information and more on these sites.
New York City Baseball Teams and Stadiums Guide
New York City is home to a famous rivalry between the New York Yankees and the New York Mets, but if you're looking for more low-key baseball action, you might enjoy checking out New York City's minor league teams -- the Brooklyn Cyclones and the Staten Island Yankees!
New York Sports - A Guide for Sports Fans Visiting New York City
Sports fans visiting New York City will find no shortage of great sports experiences in New York City. Whether you want to check out New York City's brand-new baseball stadiums, experience the U.S. Open or check out some horse racing, New York sports offer taste of just about everything.
Shea Stadium Visitors Guide
Catch a New York Mets baseball game at Shea Stadium in Queens. Get directions to Shea Stadium, as well as information about the New York Mets.
Yankee Stadium Visitors Guide
Planning to see the New York Yankees play baseball at Yankee Stadium in the Bronx? Get directions to Yankee Stadium, as well as tips for visiting the stadium with this Yankee Stadium Visitors Guide.
Madison Square Garden
This famous arena is plays host to a variety of musical performances, sports events, and more.
New Jersey Devils
Winners of the 2000 Stanley Cup, the New Jersey Devil's play hockey at the Continental Airlines Arena in New Jersey.
New York Islanders
You'll have to travel to Long Island if you want to see the New York Islanders play in their home arena, but it's a pretty easy trip from New York City if you're a hockey fan.
New Jersey Nets
Catch a Basketball game in the Continental Airlines Arena with the New Jersey Jets. Check out this profile of the New Jersey Nets Basketball team if you're thinking about checking out a basketball game when you visit New York City.
New York Giants
Football fans visiting New York can catch a game at Giants Stadium, just a few miles from Manhattan in New Jersey. The Giants Stadium is accessible by car, as well as by public transportation.
New York Jets
See the New York Jets score a touchdown while you're visiting New York City. Football fans visiting New York City should enjoy seeing the New York Jets play football.
New York Knicks
One of only two NBA charter teams that has remained in its original city, you can see the Knicks play at Madison Square Garden. If you want to experience basketball at Madison Square Garden, don't miss a chance to see the New York Knicks when you visit New York City.
New York Rangers
Catch an exciting hockey game at Madison Square Garden and root for New York Rangers at their home arena in New York City.
Bowlmor Lanes
Conveniently located near Union Square, Bowlmor Lanes offers bowling in an artsy environment. Serving pub type fare (burgers, fries, etc) and is a great place to host a party or company function. They've got special deals for children's birthday parties and late night bowling on Mondays.
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