A-Rod Hugs It Out With Headley, Says 'I'll Be Fine' Without PEDs
Alex Rodriguez started his second day of workouts at the Yankees' minor league complex by hugging Chase Headley, the player signed to replace him at third base.
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Alex Rodriguez started his second day of workouts at the Yankees' minor league complex by hugging Chase Headley, the player signed to replace him at third base.
"He's learned nothing," an unnamed baseball exec told the New York Daily News. "He's the same old guy. He just did what he wanted to do."
Days after releasing a handwritten apology to fans, A-Rod may have created another reason to say he's sorry by not giving his bosses a heads up that he was en route to spring training.
Craig decided he wants the entire morning show staff checked, going on to predict that based on his escalated age, Boomer's level would be the lowest.
Those who care might take this as a good sign, assuming Rodriguez is just itching to get back out there, but word is Yanks brass aren't thinking in that manner.
Alex Rodriguez reported to the New York Yankees three days ahead of schedule. He spoke for 8 1/2 minutes about his season-long drug suspension.
No matter how much the Yankees don't want Alex Rodriguez's return to baseball to be a distraction at spring training, this isn't their first rodeo. They know it will be and they are prepared for it.
It'll be A-Rod, A-Rod, A-Rod all spring. And that, ironically, means good news for the pitchers and anyone else who doesn't wear No. 13.
This isn't just about A-Rod or the public's contempt for him. This is a treatise on the fall of two empires -- A-Rod the man and brand, and the Yankees.
Alex Rodriguez is really sorry, you guys. You can feel it in his smooth cursive. Unfortunately (for him), Twitter exists.
Alex Rodriguez did some more apologizing on Tuesday, but this story is far from over.
Alex Rodriguez says he's sorry "for the mistakes that led to my suspension" but has failed to detail any specifics about his use of performance-enhancing drugs.
The former owner of the South Florida clinic that supplied performance-enhancing substances to Major League Baseball players and other athletes has been sentenced to four years in federal prison.
I love classic rock, but I cannot listen to the Yankees play the same Boston and Bad Company songs again. They need to become more of a progressive college radio station.
Chase Headley says Alex Rodriguez has "reached out and introduced himself." Headley was signed to a $52 million, four-year contract by the Yankees, who plan to start him at third and shift A-Rod to DH.
The Yankees are ready to give disgraced slugger Alex Rodriguez the run of the big ballpark in the Bronx for his "I'm sorry" press conference to the world.
Mets ace Matt Harvey says he's eager to see how Alex Rodriguez responds on the field after a yearlong suspension from baseball.
Taking a look at who's hot and who's not on the NY/NJ sports landscape.
A major unknown is how far Alex Rodriguez would be willing to go when addressing the media. Will the player who once promised to tell his whole story in due time come totally clean?
The way owners and front office executives react to angry letters tells a lot about them as people. It separates class from trash, smart from idiotic.
According to Boomer, Tuesday night marked about the fourth straight time Craig bailed early on him at an event during which the two were scheduled to appear together.
The team said in a statement that the 39-year-old slugger met at Yankee Stadium with owner Hal Steinbrenner, team president Randy Levine, general manager Brian Cashman and assistant general manager Jean Afterman.
The seven-time National League MVP is the home-run king, with 762 for his career. A-Rod is currently fifth on the list with 654, trailing Willie Mays, Babe Ruth and Hank Aaron.
Johnny Damon says if the boo birds in the Bronx want what's best for the Yankees, they'll keep their traps shut. Better yet, they'll actually cheer Alex Rodriguez.
The biggest sideshow in sports is a few weeks away from turning Yankees spring training upside-down. Brian Cashman is ready for the Alex Rodriguez experience.
There are new questions about who's looking out for New York City's children after a Bronx mother and grandmother were charged in the death of a teenager with autism.
Will Warren pitched four-hit ball into the seventh inning, Amed Rosario and rookie Spencer Jones each homered and the New York Yankees beat the Chicago Cubs 2-0.
One of the notes threatened to kill Nancy Guthrie if a multimillion-dollar ransom wasn't paid in a week. The second, a few days later, says, "She is buried in nature now."
The son of a fallen NYPD hero was promoted Friday in an emotional ceremony.
The source of exposure for the Legionnaires cluster on Manhattan's Upper East Side has been eliminated, according to the New York City Health Department.
There are new questions about who's looking out for New York City's children after a Bronx mother and grandmother were charged in the death of a teenager with autism.
The son of a fallen NYPD hero was promoted Friday in an emotional ceremony.
The source of exposure for the Legionnaires cluster on Manhattan's Upper East Side has been eliminated, according to the New York City Health Department.
The NYPD wants your help finding a man they suspect of sexually abused six young victims.
A Mount Vernon police officer shot an armed man after he barricaded himself inside his apartment, police said.
Heavy rain is complicating efforts to recover a teenage boy from the West River in New Haven. Strong currents and an increased flow have made the job even more difficult.
It's another rainy day in the Tri-State Area with a flood watch for parts of New York and Connecticut.
There was a tornado warning in Sussex and Warren Counties in New Jersey as more severe weather passed through our area.
Weather conditions go downhill Tuesday and Wednesday with rain and potentially strong storms on deck for the New York area.
Severe weather impacted the entire region on Tuesday, with watches and warnings throughout the CBS News New York viewing area.
A New Jersey police department is getting creative when it comes to cracking down on distracted drivers.
Three children were swept into the Passaic River Wednesday night. A little boy was later found dead, and a young girl is still missing.
Three kids entered the Passaic River Wednesday night. A little boy was later found dead, and investigators are still searching for one of the girls.
A CBS News Philadelphia investigation found Trenton police use-of-force incidents have increased in 2026 despite the department earning state accreditation.
One child was found dead Wednesday night after going missing in the Passaic River in New Jersey, officials say.
As the Tri-State Area prepares to mark 25 years since the Sept. 11 attacks, families have a last chance to permanently honor those killed that day and those who later died from 9/11-related illnesses.
Nassau lawmakers have unanimously approved a new program aimed at supporting neurodivergent drivers if they're pulled over by police. CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
A school music teacher allegedly raped and strangled his sister-in-law in a "planned, twisted attack" last month on Long Island, prosecutors said. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
A school music teacher allegedly raped and strangled his sister-in-law in a "planned, twisted attack" last month on Long Island, prosecutors said Wednesday.
It's another rainy day in the Tri-State Area with a flood watch for parts of New York and Connecticut.
A Brooklyn grandmother went to the dentist hoping to fix her smile. Instead, her daughter says she lost her teeth, her health, and her independence.
President Trump said Todd Blanche will remain acting attorney general as a holdup on his nomination continues.
Republican New York gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman is deploying a campaign strategy that echoes the national GOP playbook — attack Mayor Zohran Mamdani.
Dr. Anthony Fauci appeared before the Senate to testify on the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic but invoked his Fifth Amendment rights in answering all questions.
Letters have been sent to thousands of New York City homeowners, stating they may have to pay the new controversial pied-à-terre tax. But some residents say they shouldn't be on that list.
The source of exposure for the Legionnaires cluster on Manhattan's Upper East Side has been eliminated, according to the New York City Health Department.
A seventh person has died from Legionnaires' disease in connection with the Upper East Side cluster, New York City's health commissioner said Thursday.
Thirty-four cooling towers at 33 buildings on the Upper East Side tested positive for live Legionella bacteria, the New York City Health Department announced Tuesday.
An attorney representing an Upper East Side woman whose husband just died from Legionnaires' disease is planning to take legal action.
Studies show older adults are among the safest drivers on the road, but crashes involving seniors are on the rise.
A new Broadway show based on Prince's movie and album "Purple Rain" will take the stage at Broadway's Majestic Theatre in March.
Carly Simon, the singer known for 1970s hits like "You're So Vain," announced she has Parkinson's disease and also was treated for basal cell carcinoma.
Paramount Skydance on Friday said it would delay the deal until as late as June 2027.
Madonna, Justin Bieber, BTS and Shakira each brought a bit of one of their hits to the World Cup's first halftime show in a whirlwind performance Sunday that also squeezed in Burna Boy, Ted Lasso and many Muppets.
Brenda Fricker won an Academy Award for 1989's "My Left Foot," played the Pigeon Lady in "Home Alone 2" and appeared in "A Time to Kill" and "So I Married an Axe Murderer."
Will Warren pitched four-hit ball into the seventh inning, Amed Rosario and rookie Spencer Jones each homered and the New York Yankees beat the Chicago Cubs 2-0.
Luis Robert Jr. had a two-run single to cap an eighth-inning rally in the Mets' 4-2 victory over the Marlins on Thursday night.
Tristan Peters drew a bases-loaded walk in the 11th inning to force in automatic runner Chase Meidroth and the Chicago White Sox edged the Yankees 2-1.
The White Sox stayed 1 1/2 games ahead of Cleveland in the AL Central.
The Atlanta Braves beat the Mets 1-0 on Wednesday to split a day/night doubleheader.
Parents in Harlem say their children's walk to summer camp is littered with trash, illegal dumping and a growing encampment.
A specialized program from God's Love We Deliver is serving nearly 400 veterans with medically tailored meals, while helping combat isolation and ease the challenges of life after military service.
The Newtown Creek Alliance community science project gives students hands-on experience monitoring the health of one of the most polluted waterways in the U.S.
The FIFA World Cup is delivering a business boost for many bars and restaurants across New York City, but not every industry is seeing the same payoff.
Two Upper West Side children went on a mission to visit 40 playgrounds in one day, hoping to set a record.
People dressed in elaborate headgear and paraded up Fifth Avenue for New York City's Easter Sunday tradition.
The Halloween tradition strolled through Manhattan's East Village on Sunday, with furry friends dressed in colorful costumes.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
The annual Easter Parade and Easter Bonnet Festival was held in Manhattan on April 20, 2025.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Friday marked the 50th anniversary of New York City's Greenmarkets. Celebrations got underway at the flagship location at Union Square. CBS News New York's Elle McLogan reports.
There are new questions about who's looking out for New York City's children after a Bronx mother and grandmother were charged in the death of a teenager with autism. CBS News New York's Alice Gainer and Mahsa Saeidi report.
A good Samaritan didn't think twice before rushing to help a woman who had fallen into a river at Randall's Island. CBS News New York's Dave Carlin reports.
More than 100 turtles were apparently dumped near a river in Cranford, New Jersey. Many of them have been recovered, but officials say more are likely still missing. CBS News New York's Nick Caloway explains why it's so important they're all found quickly.
A court hearing took place Friday for a New Jersey police sergeant accused of misconduct in connection with a double murder-suicide.
