Mets' Bats Come Alive In 7-2 Win Over Nationals
Pinch-hitter Eric Campbell put New York ahead with his two-run single in the seventh inning, and a stagnant Mets lineup finally came through with several clutch hits to back Jacob deGrom.
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Pinch-hitter Eric Campbell put New York ahead with his two-run single in the seventh inning, and a stagnant Mets lineup finally came through with several clutch hits to back Jacob deGrom.
Might we see top prospect Michael Conforto in Queens this season? It's certainly not out of the question.
With the club in the thick of a pennant race, the fan base is beyond frustrated with New York's offense and the failure to drive in runners in scoring position.
As manager Terry Collins knows all too well by now, it's tough to get victories day in and day out if you don't manage to get runners home.
Clint Robinson's two-run double to deep center was the biggest blow as the Nationals jumped on Mets starter Matt Harvey for five runs in the first three innings.
Boomer allowed himself to get wrapped up in the moment Tuesday morning, when he got into character and played the role of Mets GM Sandy Alderson.
It was a 7-2 Mets loss that captivated Boomer and Craig's attention early on Tuesday morning, a game the Blonde Bomber says you just have to try to forget.
What is the price of a blockbuster trade that will cure the anemia that is the Mets' lineup? Better yet, should they even bother to try?
When I was a kid, going to a baseball game was just that. We went to a baseball game. But these days it's a whole new ballgame.
The Mets tied their franchise record for stranding men on base with 25 in 18 innings Sunday against the Cardinals.
Ruben Tejada hit a sacrifice fly in the 18th inning and New York Mets outlasted the St. Louis Cardinals 3-1 Sunday despite stranding 25 baserunners.
Despite the win, Mets fans were left with a bad taste in their mouths based on their team's inability to hit with runners in scoring position, going just 1-for-26.
St. Louis (58-33) has won four of six meetings with New York (47-44) this year, outscoring the Mets 34-6 while hitting .342 in those victories compared to a .139 average with one run in the defeats.
Jhonny Peralta hit a tiebreaking home run in the sixth inning, Lance Lynn outdueled Noah Syndergaard and the St. Louis Cardinals held on for a 3-2 victory over the New York Mets on Friday night.
"They're way better," Smoltz said in regard to the Mets' rotation. "They've got more talent than we could ever have."
Taking a look at who's hot and who's not on the local sports landscape.
The Mets are in second place in the NL East -- two games behind the Nationals -- and are a game behind the Cubs for the second NL wild-card berth.
Mike Trout is the brightest of Generation Next, and he may be to the All-Star game in the years to come as Willie Mays was in the 1950s and '60s.
Fans voted Keith Hernandez, Mike Piazza, Tom Seaver and David Wright to represent the Amazin's, MLB announced before Tuesday night's All-Star Game.
Minor league call-ups always make for great stories, but they don't always make for great runs to the postseason.
In honor of Jacob deGrom's outstanding bit of work Tuesday night, here are the best pitching performances by Mets hurlers in the Midsummer Classic.
Believe it or not, next year really could be the year, if this year isn't. Just don't jettison the very arms that got you on top of the arms race.
On Tuesday morning, the Republican sent out a tweet criticizing the Daily News and supporting the former All-Star.
David Wright's timetable remains as murky as ever. Mets GM Sandy Alderson says there's been "no change" to the injured captain's status, despite recent optimism.
MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred may be the king of the ball at the All-Star festivities in Cincinnati, but he's not nearly as popular in Flushing.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani endorsed three left-of-center candidates in the congressional Democratic primaries, and all three are set to win, CBS News projects.
Pete Crow-Armstrong hit a three-run homer, Dansby Swanson also went deep and drove in four and the Cubs beat the Mets 9-6 on Tuesday night.
Anthony Constantino beat Robert Smullen in New York's 21st Congressional District.
Democrat Cait Conley will challenge Republican Rep. Mike Lawler in the battle for New York's 17th Congressional District, which encompasses many of New York City's northern suburbs.
State Assemblyman Micah Lasher won the crowded primary race for New York's 12th Congressional District, CBS News projects.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani endorsed three left-of-center candidates in the congressional Democratic primaries, and all three are set to win, CBS News projects.
Democrat Cait Conley will challenge Republican Rep. Mike Lawler in the battle for New York's 17th Congressional District, which encompasses many of New York City's northern suburbs.
State Assemblyman Micah Lasher won the crowded primary race for New York's 12th Congressional District, CBS News projects.
Brad Lander has defeated two-term incumbent Congressman Dan Goldman for the Democratic nomination in New York's 10th Congressional District.
Here are the 2026 Primary Election results for New York races.
Monday's severe weather has come and gone, but that doesn't mean the system is leaving the area.
After a tranquil, warm weekend, more turbulent weather lies ahead in the New York City area.
Weather is tranquil and pleasant in the New York City area for Father's Day weekend as summer officially begins.
Dangerous heat is building across the Tri-State Area with the threat of severe storms, making Thursday and Friday First Alert Weather Days.
Thursday and Friday will be First Alert Weather Days in the New York City area, with high temperatures and the chance for strong storms.
The owner of a New Jersey diner says World Cup matches at MetLife Stadium have been bad for business.
Monday's severe weather has come and gone, but that doesn't mean the system is leaving the area.
A man from New Jersey was charged after he allegedly hit and killed two teen pedestrians in Townsend, Delaware, over the weekend.
After a tranquil, warm weekend, more turbulent weather lies ahead in the New York City area.
Traffic will be impacted in Midtown Manhattan as the city initiates shuttle bus corridors and street closures to accommodate World Cup ticketholders.
All three candidates backed by NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani were projected to win their Democratic primaries Tuesday night.
A woman, her mother and her daughter from Bayport were all indicted in connection with Jor'Dynn Duncan's death on Long Island.
There is a new kind of on-demand video messaging called "kosher cameos" that just launched on Long Island and it doesn't cost a thing.
Monday's severe weather has come and gone, but that doesn't mean the system is leaving the area.
Firefighters in Hempstead used a ladder truck to free a seagull that got tangled in a rope above a busy street.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani endorsed three left-of-center candidates in the congressional Democratic primaries, and all three are set to win, CBS News projects.
Anthony Constantino beat Robert Smullen in New York's 21st Congressional District.
Democrat Cait Conley will challenge Republican Rep. Mike Lawler in the battle for New York's 17th Congressional District, which encompasses many of New York City's northern suburbs.
State Assemblyman Micah Lasher won the crowded primary race for New York's 12th Congressional District, CBS News projects.
Brad Lander has defeated two-term incumbent Congressman Dan Goldman for the Democratic nomination in New York's 10th Congressional District.
An off-duty EMT jumped into action at the Knicks parade Thursday when a man appeared to be suffering from an overdose.
New York broadcast giant Bill Ritter announced Friday he is stepping down from the WABC anchor desk after being diagnosed with early stage Alzheimer's.
For half a century, The Valerie Fund has been dedicated to providing care to children with cancer and blood disorders.
A New Jersey nonprofit called The Valerie Fund is celebrating 50 years of providing comprehensive care to children with cancer and blood disorders.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill is urging people to donate blood ahead of the summer months.
Clive Davis helped shape the careers of music stars including Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston.
When a large tent appeared next door to Taylor Swift's Watch Hill estate this week, it didn't take long for speculation about the superstar's impending nuptials to ripple through the affluent New England seaside village.
Claude Guillemot and a flight instructor were flying in a twin-motor Cessna 421 on Friday evening. An investigation into the crash is underway.
James Burrows directed more than 1,000 episodes of television, including every episode of the original "Will & Grace."
A New York Knicks documentary series is in the works from director and Knicks superfan Ben Stiller.
Pete Crow-Armstrong hit a three-run homer, Dansby Swanson also went deep and drove in four and the Cubs beat the Mets 9-6 on Tuesday night.
Jazz Chisholm Jr. homered, drove in two runs and scored twice and the New York Yankees beat the Detroit Tigers 4-3.
In her first broadcast TV interview since Jalen Brunson helped lead the Knicks to victory, Sandra Brunson told CBS News she sends her son "words of encouragement" to keep the games in perspective.
New York City sanitation workers picked up more than 75,000 pounds of confetti and litter after the Knicks ticker-tape parade, likely a new record.
FIFA Men's World Cup fans in New York City can soak in the history of the tournament at the FIFA museum at Rockefeller Center in Midtown.
After learning to swim in her 40s, one school leader is helping students gain life-saving skills.
Entrepreneurs in Brooklyn are reimagining laundry day as a social experience, turning neighborhood laundromats into gathering spaces.
Experts say the team's title run created a feeling of collective joy and connection, while some local businesses are also seeing a boost from the celebration.
Knicks fans who couldn't make it to Thursday's parade still found a way to celebrate across New York in true blue-and-orange fashion.
A vending machine in Coney Island is offering something unusual alongside the neighborhood's classic attractions: original artwork from local artists.
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.
Rep. Dan Goldman conceded to Brad Lander on Tuesday night in the Democratic primary for New York's 10th Congressional District.
Brad Lander addressed supporters Tuesday night after being projected the winner of Rep. Dan Goldman in New York's 10th Congressional District.
Rep. Adriano Espaillat conceded Tuesday night in the Democratic primary for New York's 13th Congressional District.
All three candidates backed by NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani were projected to win their Democratic primaries Tuesday night. CBS News New York has team coverage.
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for June 23 at 11 p.m.
