Mike Francesa claims Trump discussed presidential plans at Rangers game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 3:15 PM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
Mike Francesa revealed that Donald Trump hinted at his presidential ambitions during a past game at Madison Square Garden. On a recent episode of his Schein Time show, Francesa recalled sitting next to Trump during a Rangers-Kings Stanley Cup Final game in 2014. He mentioned that Trump informed him of his intention to run for president, a declaration Francesa initially thought was a joke. Trump has since pursued the presidency three times, winning two elections. This anecdote adds to discussions about Trump's frequent attendance at events in New York, despite mixed reactions.
- •Francesa and Trump sat together during the 2014 Stanley Cup Final.
- •Francesa recalls Trump stating he would run for president.
- •Trump has pursued the presidency three times, winning two elections.
- •Discussion comes amid NBA Finals between the Knicks and Spurs.
- 3:15 PMYahoo Sports — Mike Francesa claims Donald Trump teased presidential plans to him at Rangers game
"Mike Francesa has known Donald Trump for years, and he may have been one of the first to know about his plans of running for president. Francesa recently joined Adam Schein on his Schein Time show for The Post to discuss the NBA Finals featuring the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs. During the…
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