Somers' Monologue: Mets Left More On Base Than They Have In Their Farm System!
Steve Somers lamented the Mets' sloppy 9-5 loss to San Diego on Wednesday night, saying the team "left more men on base than they have in their farm system!"
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Steve Somers lamented the Mets' sloppy 9-5 loss to San Diego on Wednesday night, saying the team "left more men on base than they have in their farm system!"
Will Venable sparked San Diego's surging offense with four hits from the leadoff spot and the Padres' bullpen rebounded from consecutive flops, finally holding off the New York Mets in a 9-5 victory Wednesday night.
The New York Mets have been through so much this season from financial woes to a rash of key injuries to mid-season player trades and through it all, one thing has remained constant. This team refuses to believe their press clippings and plays hard every single night.
The Mets' back-and-forth, up-and-down season rumbles on. Just when you thought New York was down for the count, late-game dramatics against one of the best bullpens in baseball have the Mets back above .500.
Good news, Mets fans: Johan Santana is again on the mend. "He says he's feeling a lot better," Mets manager Terry Collins said on Tuesday. "He says the discomfort is gone."
Rookie reliever Josh Spence walked light-hitting Ruben Tejada to force home the tiebreaking run and the New York Mets rallied late for the second consecutive game against the San Diego Padres, winning 5-4 on Tuesday night.
Injuries seem to keep the Mets in the news on an almost daily basis. Abby Sims breaks down the latest lowlights from Flushing.
According to The Post, David Einhorn and the Mets are on track to close the book on their minority ownership deal by the end of August with a restructured half-loan, half-cash agreement. The catch?
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.
Lucas Duda's two-run single capped a three-run ninth against All-Star closer Heath Bell, and the banged-up New York Mets rallied past the San Diego Padres 9-8 on Monday night.
Sandy Alderson joined Joe Benigno and Evan Roberts Monday afternoon to discuss a number of Mets' topics including status of Jose Reyes, Daniel Murphy, Ike Davis and Johan Santana. The Mets' GM also gave his verdict on some of the organization's top pitching prospects.
The New York Mets have officially placed Jose Reyes on the disabled list, prompting the team to call up Ruben Tejada and Mike Baxter following Reyes and Daniel Murphy going to the DL.
Jose Reyes' injury history could actually be good for the Mets when it comes to the team's chances of retaining their star shortstop in free agency.
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.
New York Mets' star shortstop Jose Reyes left Sunday's game against the Braves with stiffness in his left hamstring, the same injury that previously landed him on the DL.
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.
Questions continue about the statuses of injured New York Mets Johan Santana and Ike Davis. How long must Met fans keep waiting?
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.
Johan Santana's rehab has hit a snag, though thankfully for Mets fans it appears there's no major worry.
After 19 straight days of games, some extra time off for the Mets -- losers of four straight -- doesn't look so bad.
Gary Carter, the former Mets fan favorite and Hall of Famer, has been battling inoperable brain cancer with chemotherapy and radiation since his diagnosis in May. Now, according to his daughter, Carter's tumors are "80 percent better."
Johan Santana's comeback from shoulder surgery has stalled. The Mets ace will head back to New York to be examined by a doctor Thursday and it's uncertain if he will get back to the majors this season.
The National Weather Service has issued an Air Quality Alert for ground level ozone Wednesday. The entire region is under an Extreme Heat Warning through Friday.
Two people climbed to the top of the Empire State Building's transmission tower, unfurled a banner, and then apparently got engaged Wednesday afternoon.
CBS Miami, Neighbors 4 Neighbors and Global Empowerment Mission are collecting donations to help families affected by the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela.
Local and federal officials are ramping up security for the huge Fourth of July celebration in New York City.
The annual 3% increase affects trains, buses, light rail and the Access Link. It comes as commuters have been dealing with service issues.
The National Weather Service has issued an Air Quality Alert for ground level ozone Wednesday. The entire region is under an Extreme Heat Warning through Friday.
Two people climbed to the top of the Empire State Building's transmission tower, unfurled a banner, and then apparently got engaged Wednesday afternoon.
Local and federal officials are ramping up security for the huge Fourth of July celebration in New York City.
Prosecutors across New York City say they're fighting back against an increase in crimes involving cryptocurrency, but it appears they have their work cut out for them.
Miss Subways was a citywide contest that highlighted everyday New York women doing amazing things. The competition no longer exists but former titleholders say the message still rings true.
The New York, New Jersey area is preparing for extreme heat as cooling centers, pools, parks and other resources get ready to keep residents cool.
Dangerously hot weather is beginning in the New York City area, with an Extreme Heat Warning about to go into effect.
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.
The National Weather Service has issued an Air Quality Alert for ground level ozone Wednesday. The entire region is under an Extreme Heat Warning through Friday.
The annual 3% increase affects trains, buses, light rail and the Access Link. It comes as commuters have been dealing with service issues.
The New York, New Jersey area is preparing for extreme heat as cooling centers, pools, parks and other resources get ready to keep residents cool.
Traffic will be impacted in Midtown Manhattan as the city initiates shuttle bus corridors and street closures to accommodate World Cup ticketholders.
The anticipated pain of a massive property tax increase in Jersey City has been alleviated somewhat.
A breakthrough treatment for debilitating tremors is changing lives. It can stop shaking caused by essential tremors and, in some patients, tremors caused by Parkinson's disease. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
A breakthrough treatment for debilitating tremors is changing lives. It can stop shaking caused by essential tremors and, in some patients, tremors caused by Parkinson's disease.
A coach bus slammed into a car, flipped over and hit two other cars on Monday night near the Greenpoint Avenue exit on the Long Island Expressway.
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.
As many as 300,000 Haitians face removal from the United States, as the Trump administration moves to end their temporary protected status.
The mother of a Loyola University freshman who was shot and killed in March delivered tearful testimony on Capitol Hill on Tuesday.
After lengthy and hard-fought negotiations, Mayor Zohran Mamdani and members of the City Council reached a budget deal Tuesday just hours before the deadline.
The Supreme Court on Tuesday struck down President Trump's executive order seeking to end birthright citizenship.
The Supreme Court upheld state laws from West Virginia and Idaho that restricted participation by transgender athletes in girls' and women's sports.
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.
Victor Willis, lead singer of the disco group Village People, whose hit "Y.M.C.A." became a fixture at rallies for President Trump, has died at the age of 74, his wife and the band said.
Taylor Swift has had a decadeslong history with Madison Square Garden, performing there as early as 2003 and even celebrating her 30th birthday at the venue.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding plans include a rehearsal dinner and a late-night celebration at Madison Square Garden in New York City, according to sources familiar with the security planning.
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.
Riley Greene hit two of Detroit's four homers off Cam Schlittler as the Tigers beat the Yankees 9-3 on Tuesday night and sent New York to its season-worst sixth straight loss.
Nolan McLean and three relievers combined on a six-hitter, Francisco Alvarez and Luis Torrens both hit solo home runs and the Mets beat the Blue Jays 3-0 on Tuesday night.
Casey Mize matched a career high with 10 strikeouts over seven innings and the Tigers capitalized on shoddy defense by the slumping Yankees in a 7-3 victory Monday night.
George Springer capitalized on two miscues to circle the bases, Trey Yesavage pitched into the seventh inning and the Blue Jays beat the bumbling Mets 2-1 on Monday night.
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.
Miss Subways was a citywide contest that highlighted everyday New York women doing amazing things. The competition no longer exists but former titleholders say the message still rings true.
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.
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.
There is a heavy police presence around the Empire State Building and many spectators on the ground taking pictures after two people climbed to the very top. CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner reports from the scene.
One person proposed to another after the two climbed to the very top of the Empire State Building on Wednesday afternoon.
The plan includes thousands of officers on duty, specialized teams and security checkpoints to enter viewing areas. CBS News New York's Jessica Moore reports.
The Mosholu Parkway southbound ramp is closed due to police activity Wednesday afternoon.
Two people climbed the Empire State Building in Manhattan and flew a banner at the very top on Wednesday afternoon.
