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Pretty neat way to warm up for the playoffs, huh? Wild-card Wednesday lived up to its billing, but the biggest news for the Yankees came postgame.
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Pretty neat way to warm up for the playoffs, huh? Wild-card Wednesday lived up to its billing, but the biggest news for the Yankees came postgame.
"We care," Mets pitcher Dillon Gee said after Sunday's 7-5 win over the Atlanta Braves. "It just shows that we pull together and try to pull through the rough patches."
Ruben Tejada had four RBIs, Lucas Duda homered off Craig Kimbrel in the ninth inning and the New York Mets slowed the Atlanta Braves' wild-card bid with a 7-5 victory Sunday.
Dickey held the Braves to three runners through the first five innings — Prado's broken-bat single in the first and walks to Brian McCann in the second and Freddie Freeman in the fifth.
The Mets matched their season high with 20 hits in ending a six-game losing streak.
The Mets will begin their 50th anniversary season in style -- at home.
Chipper Jones will be in St. Louis with the Braves playing the Cardinals this Sunday, but 9/11 won't be far from his mind.
For sports fans in New York after 9/11, a baseball game at Shea Stadium was a capstone to a difficult time.
Chipper Jones had a sacrifice fly and RBI double in the nightcap and a solo homer and a double in the opener, as the Braves swept a doubleheader from the Mets on Thursday night.
The Phillies are closing in on 100 wins and a meaningless September, and that means they retain the top spot in Evan Roberts' MLB Power Rankings.
Evan Roberts' rankings are mostly steady this week, with one notable exception toward the top: Boston over New York. But then again, maybe the Yankees can do something about that in Fenway this week.
The Mets and Marlins have had two days off -- thank you, Irene -- before their scheduled doubleheader Monday at Citi Field. And that may help the Amazin's.
Chris Capuano's marvelous shutout on Friday ranks with great performances in Mets' history. John Schweibacher examines this and various Met statistics.
Chris Capuano pitched the game of his life, tossing a two-hitter and striking out a career-high 13 as the New York Mets beat the Atlanta Braves 6-0 Friday night in their final matchup before taking a break because of Hurricane Irene.
After a short hiatus Tueday's Top 10 makes its return. Evan Roberts presents this week's edition of the MLB Power Rankings.
Zack Wheeler seems to be adjusting quite nicely to his new surroundings. Though he suffered the loss in his last start on Saturday, he's making progress with his revamped delivery and seems to have settled in with his new teammates.
Minus their top two hitters, the Mets took the field Monday night with an all-too-familiar challenge: find a way to win without their best players. They did, but the road ahead won't be so easy.
A steamy day at Citi Field turned into a painful one for the Mets when their top two hitters went down with injuries.
The Mets lost both Jose Reyes and Daniel Murphy to injuries Sunday in their 6-5 loss to the Braves, forcing manager Terry Collins to use both Justin Turner and later David Wright at shortstop for the first time.
The New York Mets suffered a painful loss Sunday afternoon not only in the standings but to their lineup as both Jose Reyes and Daniel Murphy had to leave the game due to injury.
Justin Turner, Jason Bay and Josh Thole put on a power display Saturday night as the Mets out-slugged the Atlanta Braves in a 11-7 victory.
Dan Uggla extended his career-best hitting streak to 26 games with a two-run single in the eighth inning, Tim Hudson pitched seven stellar innings and the Atlanta Braves beat the New York Mets 4-1 on Friday night.
As of Friday, only St. Louis and Arizona stand between the Mets and the Braves. They have nine games left with Atlanta, including six at Citi Field in August. They play three of those games this weekend -- and these are urgent times for the Mets.
It appears the Mets have finalized a long-awaited trade that would ships Carlos Beltran to the Giants for pitching prospect Zack Wheeler.
Baseball long ago opened the door to replay when it allowed reviews of whether a ball is a home run, including whether it is fair or foul. So it's not a big leap to allow replay of, oh, I don't know, PLAYS THAT DECIDE GAMES, like this one.
A car crash left three people hurt and multiple vehicles mangled Thursday morning in Manhattan's Inwood neighborhood.
The Democratic National Committee is on the hunt for the best host city for the 2028 Democratic convention.
Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg and the Department of Consumer and Worker Protection commissioner are partnering up to combat wage theft, tenant harassment and fraud targeting immigrants.
A flood watch has been issued for parts of the Tri-State Area, including New York City, as severe weather could bring downpours and a possible tornado.
A four-alarm fire in the Bronx sent four people to the hospital, and FDNY officials said blocked hydrants delayed their response.
A car crash left three people hurt and multiple vehicles mangled Thursday morning in Manhattan's Inwood neighborhood.
Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg and the Department of Consumer and Worker Protection commissioner are partnering up to combat wage theft, tenant harassment and fraud targeting immigrants.
A flood watch has been issued for parts of the Tri-State Area, including New York City, as severe weather could bring downpours and a possible tornado.
A four-alarm fire in the Bronx sent four people to the hospital, and FDNY officials said blocked hydrants delayed their response.
A teenager was killed after being shot in the head, and police are looking for two men who they say ran from the scene in Brooklyn.
A flood watch has been issued for parts of the Tri-State Area, including New York City, as severe weather could bring downpours and a possible tornado.
Rainy weather returns to the New York City area Sunday, bringing with it the threat of flooding.
Bayonne, New Jersey, is heading to the Little League World Series after beating Darien, Connecticut, in the Metro Region Tournament on Friday.
We're in great shape on this Friday as we gear up for another weekend.
The potential for severe storms and downpours returns to the Tri-State Area Monday as sweltering temperatures continue.
A flood watch has been issued for parts of the Tri-State Area, including New York City, as severe weather could bring downpours and a possible tornado.
Bayonne, New Jersey, is advancing to the next round of the Little League World Series.
Researchers say an alarming study on cognitive decline is specific to the African American community in Newark, New Jersey.
A former New Jersey correctional police officer pleaded guilty to smuggling contraband into Northern State Prison, Attorney General Jennifer Davenport announced Wednesday.
As we approach the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terror attacks, there is an ongoing fight to repair Jersey City's memorial for the victims.
A flood watch has been issued for parts of the Tri-State Area, including New York City, as severe weather could bring downpours and a possible tornado.
Long Island is getting a new soccer team. The United Soccer League has awarded a professional men's franchise to Long Island that is set to launch in 2028.
A fuel truck overturned on the Rockaway Turnpike on the border of Queens and Nassau County on Wednesday. CBS News New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
An overturned gasoline tanker spilled thousands of gallons of fuel near JFK Airport late Wednesday morning. CBS News New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
A kitten had to be rescued after becoming stranded Tuesday morning on Long Island's Sunrise Highway.
The Democratic National Committee is on the hunt for the best host city for the 2028 Democratic convention.
As we approach the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terror attacks, there is an ongoing fight to repair Jersey City's memorial for the victims.
President Trump said Tuesday that the U.S. and Canada have reached a last-minute agreement to pause the 50% tariffs.
The New York City Council held an hours-long hearing Tuesday afternoon on the controversial new pied-à-terre tax rollout.
There are mounting questions and frustration over New York City's pied-à-terre tax, and they're not likely to end soon.
A New Yorker has tested positive for West Nile virus, the city health department announced Wednesday.
Researchers say an alarming study on cognitive decline is specific to the African American community in Newark, New Jersey.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
Two more deaths have been reported in connection to the Legionnaires' disease cluster on the Upper East Side, health officials said Friday.
Jones Beach is back open for swimmers after it was prohibited due to elevated bacterial levels. The rare shutdown took place from Thursday afternoon through midday Friday.
"Today, Elwood and I lost a great friend and collaborator, and the world lost one of the most naturally innovative drummers and a great and true son of Texas," ZZ Top's Billy Gibbons said in a statement.
Brian Hickerson and his brother, Zach, made the 911 call that brought first responders to the apartment where Hayden Panettiere was found unresponsive.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36. The coroner's office says she was found in cardiac arrest.
The lineup for the 2026 Global Citizen Festival in New York City was announced Thursday.
Latin music stars Marc Anthony, Feid, and others are set to perform at a benefit concert in Miami on August 16.
MLS-leading Nashville SC pulled out a 1-0 victory over the New York Red Bulls on Wednesday night.
FC Cincinnati beat New York City FC 2-1 on Wednesday.
Pete Alonso's drive down the left-field line in the seventh inning was ruled foul, and the New York Yankees took advantage of that reprieve, scoring twice in the top of the eighth to beat the Baltimore Orioles 5-3 on Wednesday night.
Bayonne, New Jersey, is advancing to the next round of the Little League World Series.
Carson Benge hitting a two-run homer to conclude an impressive series, helping the Mets beat the Padres 4-2 on Wednesday.
A Queens homeowner says that overgrown city trees on her block are creating a safety hazard at night.
Neighbors say Flushing Meadows Corona Park has been falling into disrepair for years.
The owner of a beloved Harlem food truck known for its burgers under $5 is retiring and selling the business.
The historic Art Deco bathhouse at Jacob Riis Park is getting a new life as the Rockaway Ocean Club. But as the long-dormant building reopens, some locals are questioning who will have access to its amenities.
Some residents of a Queens building say a temporary boiler truck parked outside has become a nearly two-year fixture, emitting smoke they say drifts into their homes.
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.
A speeding car caused a chain-reaction crash in Inwood early Thursday morning, sending three to the hospital. CBS News New York's Doug Williams reports.
Discounted tickets are on sale now for some September performances of 25 Broadway shows
Dr. Andrew Pecora talks with CBS News New York's Mary Calvi about an experimental vaccine that could reduce the chance of the cancer returning or spreading.
Four people, including two firefighters, were hurt after a four-alarm fire at an apartment building Thursday morning in the Norwood section of the Bronx. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
A woman was hurt after being shot in the hand Wednesday night near West 142nd Street and Frederick Douglass Boulevard in Harlem.
