Batista: Mets Are 'The Best Team In Baseball'
In the midst of the Mets' six game losing streak, right-hander Miguel Batista has found a way to stay optimistic.
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In the midst of the Mets' six game losing streak, right-hander Miguel Batista has found a way to stay optimistic.
An off-air negotiation regarding to some upcoming vacation time spilled onto the air and led to a discussion about Boomer & Craig doing a 12-hour marathon Extravaganza here on the FAN.
Craig began today's radio program on a somewhat somber note, if you're a Mets' fan anyway.
The Mets could use prospect Matt Harvey's arm to help them stay afloat in the playoff race.
Steve Lombardozzi added a two-run double as Washington handed a sixth straight loss to the Mets, who held a team meeting before the game.
What started as a hobby is now a thriving business for one die-hard New York Mets fan.
The Mets have a serious hole to fill in their rotation with Dillon Gee likely out for the season. But those hoping to see prospect Matt Harvey on Saturday will have to wait a bit longer.
"God gives us many holes in our body," Bert Blyleven said Wednesday morning. "And he just spoke out of the wrong one. That's the way I look at it."
The Mets bullpen meltdowns can ravage a team and it needs to be fixed. So how do you do it? A great start would be to bring back Francisco Rodriguez who could have a huge impact
Dillon Gee got scared when team doctors told him they couldn't feel a pulse in his right arm. Nine days later, a relieved Gee is talking about pitching for the Mets again this season.
Before the Mets' series with NL East-leading Nationals, manager Terry Collins said it was imperative the Mets left town feeling good about themselves. After Tuesday, that has become an uphill battle.
If you're a radio yakker like Steve Somers, your job description reads: "You'd better come up with something to say." But Steve was at a loss for words Tuesday night.
While getting us all up to date on everything going on in the world of New York Sports and beyond, Jerry Recco attempted to collect on a wager he made with Craig a while back.
Despite their best efforts, the Mets were dealt a deflating loss last night in Washington, falling to the Nationals 5-4 in 10 innings.
Pedro Beato threw a wild pitch with the bases loaded in the 10th inning that allowed the winning run to score.
Jason Bay was activated off the disabled list prior to Tuesday night's series opener against the division-rival Nationals. The left fielder took early batting practice with the team on Tuesday afternoon, and will bat fifth and start in left field.
At the end of this stretch, we will know whether this team is here to stay. Most of the baseball world thinks they will fade into the sunset. I firmly believe the Mets have other ideas.
If money does indeed talk, it just said soccer is still the world's game.
Harvey is needed and he, not Miguel Batista, should be pitching against the Dodgers on Saturday at Citi Field.
The guys took a call from a Mets fan in Jersey by the name of Jaime, who admitted to watching the Mets' Triple-A affiliate, the Buffalo Bisons, on SNY last night to get a glimpse of pitching prospect Matt Harvey.
Before Jerry Recco could get his first update of the morning underway, Craig offered some more details on his 'run-in' with former Yankees slugger Cecil Fielder while performing with Bernie Williams last night.
The Mets' beleaguered bullpen will have to make due without Francisco for longer than expected.
Star of such cinema classics as "The Karate Kid" and "My Cousin Vinny", friend of the show Ralph Macchio joined Boomer and Craig in the Allstate Studio.
The great Jerry "Rello" Recco gave us his first update of the morning.
Johan Santana (6-6) gave up eight hits, six runs, two walks and struck out three in five innings.
The anticipated pain of a massive property tax increase in Jersey City has been alleviated somewhat.
The NYPD said the teen operating the bike swerved to avoid hitting the door, but lost control and collided with a truck in Flushing.
The number of older adults using smartphones soared from 55% in 2016 to 90% now, according to the AARP. That makes senior citizens one of the fastest growing groups using digital devices.
Prosecutors described how 36-year-old Olivia Bithorn's long history of alcohol abuse allegedly led to her 18-month-old son's death.
Archbishop Ronald Hicks is returning to New York City with a sacred souvenir from a pilgrimage to Rome.
The NYPD said the teen operating the bike swerved to avoid hitting the door, but lost control and collided with a truck in Flushing.
The number of older adults using smartphones soared from 55% in 2016 to 90% now, according to the AARP. That makes senior citizens one of the fastest growing groups using digital devices.
Prosecutors described how 36-year-old Olivia Bithorn's long history of alcohol abuse allegedly led to her 18-month-old son's death.
Archbishop Ronald Hicks is returning to New York City with a sacred souvenir from a pilgrimage to Rome.
Video shows people were dancing at a community celebration moments before a three-wheel motorcycle barreled through Commodore Barry Park.
Dangerously hot weather arrives in the New York City area starting Wednesday.
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.
The anticipated pain of a massive property tax increase in Jersey City has been alleviated somewhat.
Jersey City residents are fired up and frustrated, as city leaders reconsider a proposed property tax hike that could raise bills by about 20%.
Dangerously hot weather arrives in the New York City area starting Wednesday.
Traffic will be impacted in Midtown Manhattan as the city initiates shuttle bus corridors and street closures to accommodate World Cup ticketholders.
The suspect accused of killing two teenage girls in a hit-and-run in Cranford, New Jersey, last year will be tried as an adult, officials said Friday.
Prosecutors described how 36-year-old Olivia Bithorn's long history of alcohol abuse allegedly led to her 18-month-old son's death.
A Long Island school district official is accused of trashing ballots to rig an election.
A Long Island school district official is accused of trashing ballots to rig an election. CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan reports.
The site will continue to house a casino, but Aqueduct's move to Long Island brings a rare opportunity to the South Ozone Park community.
A young entrepreneur with Down syndrome opened his first brick-and-mortar store on Long Island after his sock company went global.
The anticipated pain of a massive property tax increase in Jersey City has been alleviated somewhat.
The city is required by law to close the entire Rikers Island jail complex by August 2027.
The Supreme Court on Monday ruled that states can count mail ballots that are cast by Election Day but arrive later, rejecting a GOP challenge to a Mississippi law.
A unanimous federal jury found that a preponderance of evidence supported Carroll's claim that Mr. Trump sexually abused her.
Jersey City residents are fired up and frustrated, as city leaders reconsider a proposed property tax hike that could raise bills by about 20%.
A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Justice Department from executing subpoenas in a criminal probe that sought transgender care records for patients treated at New York hospitals.
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.
Legendary music executive Clive Davis was laid to rest Monday at a private funeral. Davis helped the careers of generations of artists.
The comic icon behind "Curb Your Enthusiasm" brings his own perspective to America's storied past in a new HBO sketch comedy series – finally making use of his history major from college.
Fans gathered at the Brooklyn Public Library on Thursday for limited-edition card marking 30 years of "Reasonable Doubt."
There appear to be new clues about the location of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding.
Clive Davis helped shape the careers of music stars including Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston.
Jarren Duran singled home the winning run to cap a three-run rally in the 10th inning, and the Red Sox finished a four-game sweep of the rival Yankees with a 5-4 victory Sunday night.
Kyle Schwarber became the first major leaguer to reach 30 homers this season with a two-run shot in the seventh inning that sent the Phillies to a 5-4 win over the Mets on Sunday.
The New York Mets defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 6-2 on Saturday to stop their seven-game losing streak.
Jake Bennett held New York to one run in 6 1/3 innings, Masataka Yoshida hit a leadoff home run off Gerrit Cole and the Boston Red Sox beat the Yankees for the third straight day, 4-1 on Saturday.
The Philadelphia Phillies beat the reeling New York Mets 2-1 on Friday night.
Fans gathered at the Brooklyn Public Library on Thursday for limited-edition card marking 30 years of "Reasonable Doubt."
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.
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 NYPD said the teen operating the bike swerved to avoid hitting the door, but lost control and collided with a truck. CBS News New York's Naveen Dhaliwal reports.
The county's new police drones can be launched to aid in medical emergencies and criminal investigations.
Video shows the boy with a suitcase getting into a car and being driven away outside the family's home in Valley Stream.
The NYPD said it was looking for a woman accused of spraying bear spray that got into the hotel's HVAC system and spread to nearly everyone. CBS News New York's Ali Bauman reports.
The Sail4th 250 gathering of warships and historic vessels could be the largest ever of its kind. On Monday, CBS News New York's Bradley Blackburn boarded one of the ships taking part.
