Somers' Monologue: Money Can't Buy Wilpons Love
Steve Somers opened his Tuesday night schmooze with a sing-song about the "dollar, dollar green and long," and how it relates to owner Fred Wilpon's financial situation.
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Steve Somers opened his Tuesday night schmooze with a sing-song about the "dollar, dollar green and long," and how it relates to owner Fred Wilpon's financial situation.
The Yankees got a thrilling 5-4 come-from-behind win over the Blue Jays last night in the Bronx -- and according to Jerry "Rello" Recco in his first update of the morning, Curtis Granderson had himself a "night."
Fred Wilpon offered an apology to Carlos Beltran and Jose Reyes on a conference call yesterday, this after his critical remarks created quite a firestorm.
Ryan Dempster pitched seven effective innings, Starlin Castro had three hits and three RBIs and the Chicago Cubs pounded the stumbling New York Mets 11-1 on Tuesday night.
Dwight Gooden wasn't the only troubled 1986 Mets great to grace Dr. Drew's "Celebrity Rehab." According to Dr. K, Lenny Dykstra made an uninvited appearance to try and break his former teammate out.
I'm glad I only have to imagine what it would be like for the Yankees and Mets to reverse roles. I don't have to actually deal with this problem because it's not real for me or other Yankees fans.
Fred Wilpon's "lousy club" could lose up to $70 million this year, according to a second headline-grabbing profile of the Mets' embattled owner to surface this week.
The Mets are handling Fred Wilpon's critical comments about his top players "internally." Scott Boras has a different approach.
Justin Turner has become an unexpected hero for the Mets, especially with David Wright going on the disabled list with a stress fracture in his lower back.
Jose Reyes isn't worth all the money he wants. Carlos Beltran is no longer a top-tier player. David Wright isn't a superstar. As Fred Wilpon's comments continue to be the hot topic, the Mets said in a statement: "We are handling the matter internally."
Dwight Gooden joined Boomer & Craig this morning in the Allstate Studio and really opened up to the guys. Right off the bat they got into Doc's well documented drug use and the road his abuse took him down.
As if he could open Monday's schmooze with anything else, Steve Somers tackles Wilpon's sharp criticism of Carlos Beltran, Jose Reyes and David Wright. And you might just be surprised at what he had to say...
It was Mets central today on the "Boomer & Carton Morning Extravaganza" as the fallout continues and Fred Wilpon's inflammatory comments to The New Yorker Magazine take on a life of their own.
The Mets could have been sitting in Chicago on their off-day at the .500 mark, after taking two of three from the Yankees in the first installment of the Subway Series. Coulda - woulda - shoulda. Never happened.
Lost in the chaos created by Bernard Madoff and the Wilpons is a very real truth: the Mets are a lot better than many want to give them credit for. And frustrated Fred needs to turn that frown upside-down and be happy for a change.
Mets fans might find themselves stunned after reading Jeffrey Toobin's epic profile of Fred Wilpon in the latest issue of The New Yorker. At times Wilpon sounds more like a jilted fan than the owner of New York's National League franchise.
What bothers me the most is these comments are so out of character for Fred Wilpon who has always struck me as a person who takes responsibility for the struggles of this franchise.
Mets third baseman David Wright is eager to get back on the field. He's hoping a trip to Los Angeles on Monday for an examination with noted back specialist Dr. Robert Watkins will help.
To a fan, the Subway Series has been about more than baseball for over a decade. Your ancestry and intelligence are questioned, among many unprintable things, depending on the "NY" on your baseball cap. At least, that's how it used to be.
The team that only hits home runs and can't get a hit with runners in scoring position had a pretty amazing 7th inning on Sunday.
This weekend Hall of Famer Gary Carter revealed that doctors discovered four "very small" brain tumors after he had an MRI on Friday in Florida. Friends and former 1986 Mets teammates were stunned when they heard the news.
The Subway Series finale had been filled with promise for the Mets. And then they derailed. Not as swiftly or as dramatically as in the first Subway Series game at new Yankee Stadium — remember Luis Castillo? — but an especially painful defeat nonetheless.
Jeffrey Toobin authored the article in the latest edition of the The New Yorker -- a piece that is almost certain to rock the Mets' already fragile existence.
Fred Wilpon, Mets chairman and chief executive, recently sat down with Jeffrey Toobin of the The New Yorker for a little chat -- and it's safe to say that Wilpon has not lost any passion for his team.
Steve Somers recaps the Mets' Sunday afternoon Subway Series implosion in a way only he can pull off. So what did he say? You'll just have to listen...
Aaron Judge homered for a second straight day to nearly the same left-field spot, Ben Rice hit a two-run double in the third inning, and the New York Yankees beat the San Francisco Giants 3-1 for a three-game sweep.
Saturday, family and friends bid a final farewell to Sheridan Gorman, the Loyola University student shot and killed last week in Chicago.
Warmer weather will return to New York City and the surrounding area soon.
Luis Robert Jr. hit a three-run homer in the bottom of the 11th inning to give the Mets a 4-2 victory over the Pirates on Saturday.
Nikolaj Ehlers had a goal and assist to lead the Carolina Hurricanes to a 5-2 win over the New Jersey Devils on Saturday.
Saturday, family and friends bid a final farewell to Sheridan Gorman, the Loyola University student shot and killed last week in Chicago.
Warmer weather will return to New York City and the surrounding area soon.
The Center for Brooklyn History showcase examines the Battle of Brooklyn through rare maps, paintings, and historical artifacts from the American Revolutionary War.
The "No Kings" protest in New York City on Saturday drew thousands of demonstrators from across the Tri-State Area.
A vigil was held Friday night for a Sheepshead Bay High School football player who was shot and killed by a teammate earlier this week.
Warmer weather will return to New York City and the surrounding area soon.
It may not feel like spring right away, but Friday's weather does deliver a clear shift in the air in New York City.
The New York City area will be under a wind advisory Monday with periods of heavy rain and severe thunderstorms expected across the region.
The New York area is in for a mild weekend before the weather takes a turn to start the work week.
It will be rainy on Thursday morning, and the weather will change to snow as temperatures drop across the Tri-State Area.
Warmer weather will return to New York City and the surrounding area soon.
Two teenagers are facing charges in connection to a Hackensack, New Jersey, stabbing that sent one of them to the hospital.
A New Jersey family says missteps by school administrators led a 14-year-old to take his own life, but the district denies that claim.
Nerdeen Kiswani, co-founder of the group Within Our Lifetime, said the FBI Joint Terrorism Task Force told her about "a plot against my life that was 'about to' take place."
The St. John's Red Storm played the No. 1 overall seed Duke in the NCAA Tournament's Sweet 16 on Friday night.
Members and associates of the Riverhead-based 48 Gang are charged with crimes linked to murders, armed robberies and shootings dating back to 2021, prosecutors said.
The St. John's Red Storm played the No. 1 overall seed Duke in the NCAA Tournament's Sweet 16 on Friday night.
Accused Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann is likely to change his plea to guilty when he next appears in court, a source with knowledge of the case tells CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff.
A second person was arrested Tuesday in connection with a 2021 acid attack on Long Island college student Nafiah Ikram.
High school students are helping residents in assisted living in Long Island, New York feel a bit more confident with makeovers.
The Europeans also argue that the war in Ukraine is intertwined with the war in Iran due to the cooperation between Russia and Iran.
The "No Kings" protest in New York City on Saturday drew thousands of demonstrators from across the Tri-State Area.
Ten U.S. service members were injured in an attack on Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia, according to multiple U.S. officials.
Nerdeen Kiswani, co-founder of the group Within Our Lifetime, said the FBI Joint Terrorism Task Force told her about "a plot against my life that was 'about to' take place."
Iran-linked cyber criminals accessed FBI Director Kash Patel's personal email account, sources said.
What started as a sinus infection left a Long Island teenager fighting for his life, requiring emergency brain surgery.
Older adults in New Jersey recorded the highest number of suspected overdose deaths in 2025, according to the New Jersey Department of Health.
The first case of mpox clade I has been detected in New York City, health officials said Friday. Of the two types of mpox, clade I is known to cause more severe disease and death.
Heights University Hospital, formerly known as Christ Hospital, shuttered its emergency room Saturday night.
New Jersey Sen. Andy Kim is opening up about his father's Alzheimer's diagnosis in hopes of helping others struggling like him to care for their loved ones.
The price hike raises the cost of the standard plan with ads by $1 per month and the cost of the standard and premium plans by $2.
Savannah Guthrie stepped back from her NBC duties almost two months ago when her mother, Nancy Guthrie, disappeared. The investigation is ongoing.
Rapper Megan Thee Stallion made her Broadway debut Tuesday night, adding some of her own big hits to "Moulin Rouge! The Musical."
CBS News announced Friday that CBS News Radio will be shutting down this spring after nearly 100 years of broadcasting, citing "challenging economic realities."
Bodycam video footage of Justin Timberlake's June 2024 DWI arrest on Long Island was released to the media Friday.
Aaron Judge homered for a second straight day to nearly the same left-field spot, Ben Rice hit a two-run double in the third inning, and the New York Yankees beat the San Francisco Giants 3-1 for a three-game sweep.
Luis Robert Jr. hit a three-run homer in the bottom of the 11th inning to give the Mets a 4-2 victory over the Pirates on Saturday.
Nikolaj Ehlers had a goal and assist to lead the Carolina Hurricanes to a 5-2 win over the New Jersey Devils on Saturday.
Brayden Schenn had a goal and two assists, and Matthew Schaefer tied the rookie defenseman franchise scoring record as New York rallied past Florida.
Dylan Garand made 27 saves for his first NHL win as the Rangers downed the Blackhawks 6-1 on Friday night.
The Center for Brooklyn History showcase examines the Battle of Brooklyn through rare maps, paintings, and historical artifacts from the American Revolutionary War.
From World War II to modern mixology, women in Brooklyn fought for their place behind the bar. This Women's History Month, their legacy continues to influence the city's nightlife.
A new performing arts venue with a focus on immigrant stories is opening in Upper Manhattan this fall. CBS News New York's Noëlle Lilley got an exclusive tour of the construction that will give The People's Theatre its first home in more than 15 years.
Members of the Apollo Theater, where Kiki Shepard left her mark for 15 years, reflect on her legacy after the Harlem icon's death at age 74.
The Rev. Al Sharpton is calling on New York City to help protect the Merchant's House Museum in Manhattan after a recent discovery revealed connections to the Underground Railroad.
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.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Dogs got decked out for the annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade in New York City's East Village on Saturday.
Cosplayers flooded New York City's Javits Center in October 2024 for the annual New York Comic Con convention.
Kathryn Garcia became head of the Port Authority just weeks before the LaGuardia Airport fatal runway crash. Watch the interview on "The Point with Marcia Kramer"
Raw Farm raw cheddar cheese sold nationwide is being recalled after nine people in three states have gotten sick, federal health officials say.
At least one person was injured in the massive house fire at a 2-family home in Fairview. CBS News New York's Noëlle Lilley reports.
John Elliott has the Tri-State Area's updated Sunday morning First Alert Forecast on CBS News New York.
Palm Sunday services will be held across New York City.
