Burns: At Citi Field, A Garden Grows
Unbeknownst to many fans, a nearly magical enclave has been flourishing for quite a while now in "Mets Plaza."
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Unbeknownst to many fans, a nearly magical enclave has been flourishing for quite a while now in "Mets Plaza."
In fact, Hernandez could see the 22-year-old outfielder in the middle of the lineup for the Amazin's, who can't seem to buy a hit these days.
Despite Curtis Granderson's recent power surge, the Mets just keep losing.
Let's take a look at this week's best and worst stories in the N.Y.-N.J. sports landscape.
Jimmy Nelson allowed two hits in eight strong innings, Scooter Gennett hit a home run and the Milwaukee Brewers extended the New York Mets' losing streak
With Boomer out, it was once again left up to Chris Simms to keep Craig from going to crazy on the floundering Mets.
Manager Terry Collins is hopeful d'Arnaud will miss just the minimum 15 days. A mainstay in the middle of the Mets' lineup when healthy, d'Arnaud is batting .296 with four homers and 17 RBIs
New York lost its sixth straight, falling to .500 (36-36) for the first time since it was 3-3 on April 12.
The late Darryl Hamilton was remembered with a moment of silence before Tuesday night's game between two of his former teams, the New York Mets and Milwaukee Brewers.
Carlos Gomez scored the tiebreaking run in the seventh inning when outfielder Michael Cuddyer misplayed a double off the wall.
The New York Mets have placed Travis d'Arnaud on the 15-day disabled list, the latest setback in an injury-plagued season for the catcher.
Mets fans are as passionate as they come. But they leave something to be desired at the keyboard.
Following the news of his tragic death, the network paid tribute to the former big leaguer with an emotional video that honored his life.
A three-game series with the Brewers and their dismal pitching staff might be at least a temporary elixir for the Mets' woes on the road.
Hamilton, who worked as an analyst on the MLB Network, was found after police responded to a home in the Houston suburb of Pearland.
The New York Mets will hope for better results in Milwaukee this week after dropping five straight on the road. They lost two straight games in Toronto and were swept in Atlanta
The division appears to be the easiest path to the postseason. But as the Mets battle the best clubs in baseball this summer, the Nats will leave them in the dust.
It all adds up to the fact that, for this squad, winning away from Citi Field comes about as easy as quantum physics to an English Lit major.
Despite losing Sunday, it was a great weekend for the Yankees. Meanwhile it's the exact opposite for the Mets.
Matt Wisler allowed only one run in eight innings in his major league debut to outpitch Jacob deGrom, and Jace Peterson hit a two-run double in the eighth to lift the Atlanta Braves to a 2-1.
Stop blaming Terry Collins. As someone who has argued against Collins' job security for years, I can't believe I just typed that sentence.
"We're playing a little sluggishly right now," Collins said. "We need to find some energy. We need to reach down inside here and figure out a way to pick up the pace a little bit more."
Youth was served in a battle of aging pitchers, giving R.A. Dickey his first victory in five starts.
Nelson Doubleday Jr., the publishing scion who bought the New York Mets and shepherded the team to a 1986 World Series title, has died. He was 81.
Dickey faces the NL East-leading Mets for the first time since the deal on Thursday night, starting opposite Bartolo Colon in the majors' first matchup between starters in their 40s in seven years.
One person is dead in a bicycle collision in Lower Manhattan. It happened at around 9 a.m. at Centre Street and Chambers Street.
A utility pole came toppling down and dragged power lines down with it, sparking a fire that spread to several cars on Wednesday morning.
It's another rainy day in the Tri-State Area with a flood watch for parts of New York and Connecticut.
Severe storms in New Jersey brought lightning and heavy rain, with several towns experiencing flash flooding Tuesday.
While New York City got the brunt of the bad weather Tuesday night, 51 schools will remain open as safe locations while dangerous conditions persist.
One person is dead in a bicycle collision in Lower Manhattan. It happened at around 9 a.m. at Centre Street and Chambers Street.
It's another rainy day in the Tri-State Area with a flood watch for parts of New York and Connecticut.
While New York City got the brunt of the bad weather Tuesday night, 51 schools will remain open as safe locations while dangerous conditions persist.
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.
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.
Stormy weather will return to the New York City area Tuesday after a brief reprieve.
A utility pole came toppling down and dragged power lines down with it, sparking a fire that spread to several cars on Wednesday morning.
It's another rainy day in the Tri-State Area with a flood watch for parts of New York and Connecticut.
Severe storms in New Jersey brought lightning and heavy rain, with several towns experiencing flash flooding Tuesday.
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.
It's another rainy day in the Tri-State Area with a flood watch for parts of New York and Connecticut.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The CEO of the National Waste and Recycling Foundation sits down with CBS News New York to discuss the dangers of lithium-ion batteries, and the safest ways to dispose of them.
There are new tensions in the war with Iran as American forces launch strikes and thwart an Iranian missile attack targeting U.S. troops. CBS News' Jarred Hill reports.
Kids 18 and under can see a participating Broadway show for free when they are accompanied by a full-paying adult on Aug. 25.
Thousands of residents registered to vote in New Jersey despite not being U.S. citizens due to a software glitch.
Suffolk County officials said the tower is on the roof of the Riverhead Supreme Court.
