Best Of Mike & Mad Dog: 2006 Interview With Omar Minaya
Then-Mets general manager Omar Minaya appeared on Mike and the Mad Dog on Jan. 25, 2006, just as the back pages were accusing him of showing preference toward signing Latino players.
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Then-Mets general manager Omar Minaya appeared on Mike and the Mad Dog on Jan. 25, 2006, just as the back pages were accusing him of showing preference toward signing Latino players.
As much as New Yorkers will forgive star athletes for their sins, they can hold a heck of a grudge for the unrepentant.
Hours after an embarrassed Matt Harvey returned from his three-day suspension with a string of contrite apologies, the banged-up Mets began moving on from their latest commotion.
Mike Francesa says he's willing to take Matt Harvey at face value after the Mets pitcher apologized in a Tuesday news conference for the actions that led to his three-game suspension.
The Mets suspended Harvey without pay after the onetime ace failed to show up for Saturday's home game against the Marlins.
As the baseball season commenced, many sportswriters, including yours truly, proclaimed that this town belonged to one team, the Mets.
Neil Walker's two-out, RBI single in the bottom of the ninth inning Monday night lifted the Mets to a 4-3 win over the Giants. It was the seventh "walk-off" win for the Mets against San Francisco at Citi Field since the ballpark opened in 2009.
On Sunday, the Mets suspended Harvey for three games without pay after he reportedly failed to show up at Citi Field for the team's game against the Marlins.
Cabrera had an MRI on Sunday, a day after he landed on the thumb while diving to try to prevent a ground single by the Miami Marlins' Marcell Ozuna.
Walker singled into the right-field corner, and the Mets ran out of the dugout to swarm him in celebration.
New York Mets' pitcher Matt Harvey is taking on a new opponent -- his own team.
As the local baseball teams emerged from the weekend, the Mets and Yankees presented a contrast in mood.
Tim Tebow scored on a walk-off walk and watched his Columbia Fireflies get no-hit a few days later. After his first month in pro baseball, the New York Mets prospect and former Heisman Trophy winner seems to be getting more comfortable on the baseball field.
Harvey let his teammates, his manager, his organization and his fans down with his nonsense this past weekend.
Harvey was scheduled to pitch against the Miami Marlins in Sunday's game. The team announced that left-hander Adam Wilk will start in his place.
Shortly after scheduled starter Matt Harvey was suspended by the New York Mets, Giancarlo Stanton hit two more monstrous home runs off fill-in Adam Wilk that led the Miami Marlins to a shutout victory Sunday.
Noah Syndergaard hair hats were given to the first 15,000 fans at the Mets' game Saturday night. That is the closest the star pitcher's flowing blond locks will get to the Citi Field mound in the next few months.
Asdrubal Cabrera doubled to spark a five-run first inning, then joined the New York Mets' long injury list and was forced to leave an 11-3 rout of the Miami Marlins on Saturday night.
T.J. Rivera homered early and hit a two-run double to tie the score in a five-run seventh inning that rallied the New York Mets past the Miami Marlins 8-7 on Friday night.
The Mets placed catcher Travis d'Arnaud on the 10-day disabled list Friday with a bruised bone in his right wrist.
Michael Conforto and Jay Bruce ended last season as afterthoughts, spent the offseason in a constant state of uncertainty and began the 2017 campaign as pieces that didn't really fit.
Eventually, the names the baseball world spoke of in such reverential tones the last few seasons will reunite. But who knows what will happen?
The New York Mets' game at the Atlanta Braves on Thursday night has been postponed by rain.
New York pounded out 20 hits and Jacob deGrom managed to hang around long enough to get the win, leading the Mets to a 16-5 rout of the Atlanta Braves on Wednesday night.
R.A. Dickey (3-2) struggled to control his knuckleball but allowed only three runs and four hits in six innings. He had four walks. He also started in a 7-5 win over Matt Harvey and the Mets in New York on Thursday.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani signed an executive order Friday establishing the first-ever Mayor's Office of LGBTQIA+ Affairs.
Jews and Muslims came together at Temple Emanu-El on the Upper East Side in a shared call for peace Friday night.
The New York Knicks beat the Indiana Pacers 101-92 on Friday night.
The New York area is in for a mild weekend before the weather takes a turn to start the work week.
The Los Angeles Kings held off the New York Islanders 3-2 on Friday night.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani signed an executive order Friday establishing the first-ever Mayor's Office of LGBTQIA+ Affairs.
Jews and Muslims came together at Temple Emanu-El on the Upper East Side in a shared call for peace Friday night.
The New York area is in for a mild weekend before the weather takes a turn to start the work week.
Prosecutors said Matthew Smith fended off efforts to hand over his car keys before the crash that killed Nassau County police officer Patricia Espinosa.
A former New York state trooper has been found guilty of manslaughter in a high-speed crash that killed an 11-year-old child in 2020.
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.
Thunderstorms are expected in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut this weekend after severe weather hit the Midwest.
Periods of rain will move through the New York area Thursday, but spring temperatures are on the way for the weekend.
Snow and rain will make for messy morning and evening commutes for New Yorkers on Tuesday. It's a First Alert Weather Day.
The New York area is in for a mild weekend before the weather takes a turn to start the work week.
At least 10 dead geese were recently found at Verona Park in Essex County, New Jersey.
Overhead wire problems at the Portal Bridge forced the suspension of some NJ Transit and Amtrak trains Friday.
A New Jersey toddler's death after falling more than 20 stories has prompted new legislation designed to ensure windows are properly guarded in apartment buildings across the state.
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.
Prosecutors said Matthew Smith fended off efforts to hand over his car keys before the crash that killed Nassau County police officer Patricia Espinosa.
A Manorville breeder was charged with animal neglect after dogs and puppies were allegedly left alone in poor conditions as a blizzard struck New York.
A father and son died in an overnight fire on Long Island. Kenneth Roberts, 42, and his son Mekhi, 12, were trapped in intense smoke inside a basement apartment.
Jones Beach will host a series of special events commemorating America's 250th birthday this summer.
A Long Island woman is reuniting with the NYU Langone medical team that helped deliver her baby after she suffered from kidney failure.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani signed an executive order Friday establishing the first-ever Mayor's Office of LGBTQIA+ Affairs.
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani denounced Republican Sen. Tommy Tuberville's anti-Muslim social media post during a Ramadan event.
President Trump said that the U.S. military had conducted "one of the most power bombing raids" on Iran's Kharg Island, a vital oil hub for the country.
A New Jersey toddler's death after falling more than 20 stories has prompted new legislation designed to ensure windows are properly guarded in apartment buildings across the state.
An aerial refueling tanker crashed in Western Iraq, U.S. officials said.
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.
A new study shows toxic forever chemicals known as PFAS may be entering the food chain on Long Island through contaminated soil, water and air.
Erik Lochtefeld is back to acting and marathon training after a glioblastoma diagnosis and complex surgery at NYU Langone.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Failed contract agreements between Mount Sinai and Anthem have caused thousands of New York patients to lose in-network care.
Legendary New York City television news anchor Ernie Anastos has died. His wife says he died early Thursday morning of pneumonia.
Ballerina Misty Copeland responded to controversial comments made by actor Timothée Chalamet when he appeared to dismiss the significance of ballet and opera, saying, "No one cares."
A woman was arrested on Sunday for firing multiple shots at the Beverly Hills home of Rihanna, Los Angeles Police Department officials say.
Actress Daryl Hannah explains why the depiction of herself in the FX miniseries "Love Story" is unacceptable in an op-ed in Friday's New York Times.
Justin Timberlake is suing Sag Harbor to prevent the release of bodycam video of his 2024 arrest for driving while intoxicated on Long Island.
The New York Knicks beat the Indiana Pacers 101-92 on Friday night.
The Los Angeles Kings held off the New York Islanders 3-2 on Friday night.
Alexis Lafreniere had a goal and an assist to lead the New York Rangers to a 6-3 victory over the Winnipeg Jets on Thursday night.
The Hawks extended the NBA's longest current winning streak to eight games, beating the Nets 108-97 on Thursday night.
Mikael Backlund recorded his 600th career NHL point with a third-period goal in the Flames' 5-4 win over the Devils on Thursday night.
The NYC DEP has announced plans to clean Flushing Creek with chlorine, sparking outrage among some environmentalists.
Neighbors and local businesses in Long Island City, Queens, say rental trucks parked on streets are impacting daily operations.
Erik Lochtefeld is back to acting and marathon training after a glioblastoma diagnosis and complex surgery at NYU Langone.
Manhattan historians recently discovered a link to the Underground Railroad at the Merchant's House Museum.
The National Dance Institute in Harlem hosts a special camp twice a year to bring together dancers with and without special needs for a dance camp, proving anyone can take center stage.
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.
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for March 13 at 11 p.m.
Jews and Muslims came together at Temple Emanu-El on the Upper East Side in a shared call for peace Friday night. CBS News New York's Naomi Ruchim reports.
A surprise performance by Alicia Keys caught Grand Central Terminal visitors off-guard Friday, stopping hundreds in their tracks. The free concert was part of Apple's 50th anniversary celebration. CBS News New York's Adi Guajardo was there.
The first case of mpox Clade I has been detected in New York City.
In a historic move Friday, Mayor Zohran Mamdani rolled out the Office of LGBTQIA+ Affairs, the first of its kind in the city. CBS News New York's Andrew Ramos reports.
