Coutinho: What Is Wrong With Jason Bay?
Jason Bay came to New York as a high-priced free agent that would sit in the middle of the Met lineup as a bona-fide run producer and he has not delivered. Why? And how do the Mets fix it?
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Jason Bay came to New York as a high-priced free agent that would sit in the middle of the Met lineup as a bona-fide run producer and he has not delivered. Why? And how do the Mets fix it?
It is rather good to be Jose Reyes these days. He is young, healthy, on top of the baseball world, and heading for a big payday -- either here or elsewhere -- when all is said and done at the end of this season.
Nyjer Morgan drove in the winning run with two outs in the ninth, Prince Fielder hit two homers and the Milwaukee Brewers returned to their winning ways at home with a 7-6 come-from-behind win over the New York Mets on Wednesday night.
I woke up this morning and decided it was time to turn the page on all the Met trade talk and off the field nonsense. This team is exciting, and competitive and a surprising 4 games back in the loss column for a wild card spot.
Citi Field was at near capacity on Tuesday. Fans in the stadium were going bananas. And the Mets were out of town.
It took a familiar face to finally cool off the Brewers. Chris Capuano downplayed his return to Milwaukee going into the game, but acknowledged afterward that it was "a little strange" to be on the visiting side at Miller Park.
Jose Reyes hit a two-run triple to give New York the lead in the seventh inning and the Mets held on to beat the Milwaukee Brewers 2-1 on Tuesday night.
Trading Jose Reyes may seem unthinkable to most Mets fans -- but it would be logical for the organization to move their franchise player before the July 31st trading deadline.
I said it in spring training and I will say it again -- I simply believe Jose Reyes and David Wright will be wearing Mets uniforms after the trading deadline. Nothing I have seen this season has made me change my mind on that issue. Nothing.
"Well, can they afford him? Well, we don't think they can afford to lose him." Who? Mets outfielder Jose Reyes of course!
Where former 1986 Mets star Lenny Dykstra goes, bad news seems to follow. Dykstra, 48, was charged on Monday with 25 misdemeanor and felony counts of grand theft auto, attempted grand theft auto, identity theft and other crimes.
Dillon Gee has been a pleasant surprise for the Mets since claiming a spot in the pitching rotation. By improving his record to 6-0 as the Mets blanked the Braves, 5-0, last Saturday night, Gee became the first rookie in Mets history to win his first six decisions in a season, all as a starting pitcher.
Darren Meenan has a successful Mets-themed t-shirt company with a close-knit following. He also had Mets-Braves tickets Sunday night... until he got the boot from Citi Field brass.
Because Mets ownership has, for whatever reason, opted to put off retiring the numbers of Dwight Gooden, Keith Hernandez and Darryl Strawberry, it has made the issue of whether to retire Gary Carter's No. 8 more of a debate than it should be.
The Mets have a good chance to land a talented young hurler in this year's MLB first-year player draft. With pick number 13, the Amazin's are at least guaranteed one of the players listed. As for the Bombers, well... Sorry Yankees fans, you're out of luck.
When commissioner Bud Selig steps to the podium at the MLB Network studios in Secaucus, N.J. to begin Monday night's MLB first-year player draft, he might say UCLA right-hander Gerrit Cole's name first. But who will the Mets and Yankees select? That's what New Yorkers want to know.
Mets slumping slugger Jason Bay is being given Sunday night off for what manager Terry Collins says is a chance to take a "deep breath."
Dillon Gee outpitched Jair Jurrjens to remain unbeaten this season and Jose Reyes hit a bases-loaded triple, leading the New York Mets past the Atlanta Braves 5-0 on Saturday night.
Who makes this stuff up anyway? David Wright's doing better, yet his timetable got longer. The Mets' comedy of errors with medical mumbo-jumbo continued Friday night when it was announced that Wright would have to remain inactive for 3 more weeks .
The Mets have won just four times in 13 games, and Dillon Gee (5-0, 3.83) has two of them. All seven of the rookie right-hander's starts have ended in New York victories.
Eric Hinske came into the game after a scary injury to rookie Jordan Schafer and later hit a tiebreaking home run in the ninth inning Friday night that sent the Atlanta Braves over the New York Mets 6-3.
The 30-year-old Acosta was 1-0 with four saves and a 1.77 ERA in 20 games at Buffalo. Last year with the Mets, he was 3-2 with a 2.95 ERA in 41 games.
David Wright's love affair with New York is apparent. His contract might just prove to be the obstacle that keeps him at Citi Field's hot corner.
The news that Gary Carter is battling Glioblastoma, a form of cancer that affects the brain and central nervous system, is crushing. It immediately makes you wonder why such horrible things happen to such good people?
Folarin Balogun got the scoring going with a goal in the 45th minute, but was sent off with a controversial red card in the 64th minute.
As children cooled off in a splash pad steps from the empty Red Hook Pool, families in the neighborhood said they are once again waiting for answers about when the public pool will open for the summer.
A fired off-duty FDNY firefighter accused of killing a Queens man in a deadly crash last year changed his plea to guilty on Wednesday.
Jersey City Mayor James Solomon is now lowering a proposed tax hike from 20% to 15%, but many residents says it's still a painful pill to swallow.
Camilo Doval forced in the go-ahead run with a bases-loaded walk in a four-run 11th inning that gave the Tigers a 6-2 victory over the Yankees on Wednesday.
As children cooled off in a splash pad steps from the empty Red Hook Pool, families in the neighborhood said they are once again waiting for answers about when the public pool will open for the summer.
A fired off-duty FDNY firefighter accused of killing a Queens man in a deadly crash last year changed his plea to guilty on Wednesday.
The moment the Empire State Building climbers were taken into custody Wednesday afternoon was captured on NYPD bodycam video.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani will give a major speech in front of the George Washington desk at City Hall on Friday morning to mark America's 250th birthday, sources say.
The two people taken into custody for climbing New York City's Empire State Building where they apparently got engaged have been identified as Ivan Kuznetsov, 32, and Angelina Nikolau, 33.
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.
Jersey City Mayor James Solomon is now lowering a proposed tax hike from 20% to 15%, but many residents says it's still a painful pill to swallow.
The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning for the entire region through Friday. Temperatures could feel like 110 degrees or more.
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 National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning for the entire region through Friday. Temperatures could feel like 110 degrees or more.
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.
Jersey City Mayor James Solomon is now lowering a proposed tax hike from 20% to 15%, but many residents says it's still a painful pill to swallow.
Investigations are underway into possible fraudulent activity at some of these kinds of facilities across New York, CBS News has learned.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani will give a major speech in front of the George Washington desk at City Hall on Friday morning to mark America's 250th birthday, sources say.
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.
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.
Folarin Balogun got the scoring going with a goal in the 45th minute, but was sent off with a controversial red card in the 64th minute.
Camilo Doval forced in the go-ahead run with a bases-loaded walk in a four-run 11th inning that gave the Tigers a 6-2 victory over the Yankees on Wednesday.
Sean Keys hit his first career home run, Myles Straw added a pinch-hit shot and the Blue Jays beat the Mets 9-3 in a Canada Day matinee Wednesday.
The Boston Celtics have reportedly signed NBA free agents Mitchell Robinson and Mike Conley Jr.
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.
As children cooled off in a splash pad steps from the empty Red Hook Pool, families in the neighborhood said they are once again waiting for answers about when the public pool will open for the summer.
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.
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 Americans, despite playing with only 10 men during most of the second half, defeated Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 on Wednesday night at San Francisco Bay Area Stadium. CBS News New York's Steve Overmyer has the story.
CBS News New York's Adi Guajardo breaks down the plans expected to play out at Madison Square Garden.
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn says the excessive heat will continue through the Fourth of July on Saturday, but odds of a thunderstorm rolling through to cool things off somewhat get greater as we approach the weekend.
As CBS New New York's Naveen Dhaliwal reports, officials are urging New Yorkers to stay hydrated, avoid excessive time outside, and use cooling centers if they need relief.
CBS News New York's Allen Devlin has more on the daring stunt that landed both of them in jail.
