Mets Take Opener Of Crucial Series In D.C., Move 5 Games Ahead Of Nats
Yoenis Cespedes had two doubles, a homer, two runs and two RBIs as the New York Mets beat the Washington Nationals 8-5 on Monday to extend their lead to five games.
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Yoenis Cespedes had two doubles, a homer, two runs and two RBIs as the New York Mets beat the Washington Nationals 8-5 on Monday to extend their lead to five games.
Bartolo Colon extended his consecutive scoreless innings streak to 25, going the distance in a 7-0 win against the Marlins on Saturday night.
New York Mets general manager Sandy Alderson expects that Matt Harvey won't pitch beyond 180 innings in the regular season unless needed in the final series in early October.
If the Mets are to be more than an ephemeral feel-good story and a sagging bridge to football season, they need to add an essential chapter this week, starting on Monday.
After a two-day uproar over his innings limit this year, Harvey wrote Sunday on The Players' Tribune website that he would definitely participate in the postseason.
Third baseman Martin Prado had his second walk-off RBI in three days as the Miami Marlins beat the NL-East-leading New York Mets 4-3 on Sunday afternoon at Marlins Park.
Matt Harvey will pitch in October. How do I know that? I don't. Why do I believe that? Because he's not a fraud.
When 42-year-old Bartolo Colon, who is listed at 5-11 and 285 pounds, fielded a slow roller and recorded an out at first base by flipping the ball behind his back, you knew it was the New York Mets' night.
Harvey said Saturday that his surgeon, noted orthopedist Dr. James Andrews, has advised him not to exceed 180 innings this year. Harvey has thrown 166 1/3 so far.
Martin Prado's fifth hit of the night, a shot down the right field line, plated the winning run in the bottom of the 11th as the Marlins beat the Mets 6-5 on Friday night.
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No matter how well the Mets perform in this early stretch of September, they can't chase away the ghosts of 2007.
Thanks to a dramatic summer makeover, the New York Mets are pushing hard toward their first playoff appearance in nine years.
Even as they aim to win the NL East, the New York Mets are minding their future.
It's arguably the most exciting play in baseball, and it happened on Wednesday night during the Mets' 9-4 win over the Phillies at Citi Field.
Ruben Tejada collected two hits, including an inside-the-park home run, and four RBIs on Wednesday night as the New York Mets beat the Philadelphia Phillies 9-4 at Citi Field.
The Mets on Wednesday began the online registration process for their postseason ticket lottery.
Taking a look at who's hot and who's not on the local sports landscape.
With the New York Mets eyeing their first playoff berth in nine years, their two longest-tenured arms are struggling to pitch in down the stretch.
First baseman Darin Ruf collected a career-high six RBIs, and the Philadelphia Phillies rode an eight-run sixth inning to a 14-8 win over the New York Mets on Tuesday night at Citi Field.
Bartolo Colon, the Mets' geriatric stalwart, their pitching high priest, should not be instantly scratched from a postseason start. The portly pitcher has the physical and historical bona fides to make an impact.
Addison Reed seems genuinely excited for the opportunity he's going to get with the Mets, even if he was thrust into his new situation totally blind.
The left-hander will be part of a six-man rotation down the stretch, joining starters Jacob deGrom, Matt Harvey, Noah Syndergaard, Jon Niese and Bartolo Colon.
Right-handed pitcher Bartolo Colon threw eight shutout innings Monday night and singled and scored during a three-run fifth inning that lifted the New York Mets to a 3-1 win.
The Mets hold a team option for Collins in 2016, which, if he's retained, would be his sixth season with the club.
Jacob Freytes, 12, went to a bodega to buy a ball when a fight broke out, and he was killed by a stray bullet in the Mount Eden section of the Bronx.
A man allegedly killed his relatives and tried to blow up a Queens home before getting into a shootout with police in Far Rockaway on Saturday.
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.
According to the Air Traffic Control System Command Center, all airports and facilities were being impacted by the IT outage.
Auto repair and detailing have long been a male-dominated world. On Long Island, a growing business run by women is helping to change that.
Jacob Freytes, 12, went to a bodega to buy a ball when a fight broke out, and he was killed by a stray bullet in the Mount Eden section of the Bronx.
A man allegedly killed his relatives and tried to blow up a Queens home before getting into a shootout with police in Far Rockaway on Saturday.
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.
Auto repair and detailing have long been a male-dominated world. On Long Island, a growing business run by women is helping to change that.
Tuesday's storms mean special trouble for a Mount Vernon, New York, family. That's because a tree that crashed into their home on July 4th still hasn't been removed.
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.
Stormy weather will return to the New York City area Tuesday after a brief reprieve.
Storms brought flooding rains, damaging winds, hail and lightning to New York and New Jersey on Saturday.
Radar estimated rainfall totals in portions of Morris County were up to 6.4 inches at around 11 p.m. In Essex County, the same estimate found 4.7 inches of rain.
There was a tornado warning in Sussex and Warren Counties in New Jersey as more severe weather passed through our area.
Parts of New Jersey took a pounding when storms moved in Monday night, causing major flooding and downed power lines.
Ocean Casino Resort in Atlantic City, New Jersey, has paused all gaming and betting on Monday after a small fire and leak.
Weather conditions go downhill Tuesday and Wednesday with rain and potentially strong storms on deck for the New York area.
Auto repair and detailing have long been a male-dominated world. On Long Island, a growing business run by women is helping to change that.
Auto repair and detailing have long been a male-dominated world. On Long Island, a growing business run by women is helping to change that. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
There was a tornado warning in Sussex and Warren Counties in New Jersey as more severe weather passed through our area.
The big rats can be seen scurrying across backyards day and night in Seaford, and their numbers are exploding.
Some Long Island residents say giant rats are ruining their summer. Neighbors in Nassau County's Seaford said their beautiful backyards have been overrun. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
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.
Family members who lost loved ones on 9/11 have started an online petition calling for New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani not to attend the 25th 9/11 remembrance ceremony.
A memorial tribute was held in Central Park on Monday afternoon for Romanch Mahajan, the teenage tourist who died last month in a runaway horse carriage accident.
Certain core groceries will cost 30% less at New York City-run stores, Mayor Zohran Mamdani said Monday.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani responded Sunday to criticism that he's fueling antisemitism as Jewish New Yorkers rallied on Manhattan's Upper West Side against antisemitism and hate.
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.
For the third day in a row, the NYC Health Department has announced a death in the Upper East Side Legionnaires' disease cluster.
A second death has been reported in connection to the Legionnaires' disease cluster on the Upper East Side, health officials said Saturday.
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."
The New York Yankees beat the Chicago White Sox on Monday night in the opener of a four-game series between playoff contenders.
Francisco Lindor homered twice and tripled off the top of the fence, driving in six runs as the Mets pulled away for a 14-3 victory over the Braves on Monday night.
Center fielders Carlos Beltrán and Andruw Jones and second baseman Jeff Kent were inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame on Sunday.
Tyrone Taylor put the Mets ahead with a three-run homer in the sixth inning, and New York beat the Dodgers 8-3 on Sunday to prevent a season sweep.
Cam Schlitter helped lead the New York Yankees to victory over the Philadelphia Phillies Friday night.
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.
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn has a look at the First Alert Weather Forecast.
The mother of the boy shot and killed by a stray bullet in the Bronx spoke for the first time after the unimaginable heartbreak of losing her son. CBS News New York's Naveen Dhaliwal reports.
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn and Adi Guajardo have team coverage.
A newstand in the West 4th Street station is being transformed into a unique art space. CBS News New York's Dave Carlin reports.
OMNY card machines are working again after users were advised not to refill their cards at vending machines, customer service centers or online.
