Who You Calling 'Chickens?' Yankees Again Grab NY Bragging Rights
"Not too bad for a bunch of chickens," Nick Swisher said after his big home run Sunday night, eager to take a shot at Mets closer Frank Francisco.
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"Not too bad for a bunch of chickens," Nick Swisher said after his big home run Sunday night, eager to take a shot at Mets closer Frank Francisco.
Boomer and Craig kicked off Monday morning's extravaganza talking about the Yankees taking Round 2 of the Subway Series by winning the rubber game of their 3-game set with the Mets at Citi Field.
The Boston Red Sox have traded infielder Kevin Youkilis to the Chicago White Sox for utilityman Brent Lillibridge and right-hander Zach Stewart.
Tony La Russa is already thinking about which players he might add to the National League roster for next month's All-Star game.
Raul Ibanez tied the game with a three-run homer, pinch-hitter Eric Chavez came through with a go-ahead shot moments later and the New York Yankees rallied past the New York Mets 4-3
The first baseman was pulled about 90 minutes before Saturday night's game against the Yankees. Daniel Murphy shifted from second base to first.
When you get past all of the "chicken talk" you see that Mets closer Frank Francisco has been one of the best closers in the league for the last five weeks, and the numbers prove it.
Ike Davis received a bit of help from the New York Yankees on his three-run homer and Frank Francisco closed out the Mets' 6-4 victory Friday night after calling their crosstown rivals "chickens."
While beating the Yankees would be great for the Mets, what the Amazins' need to do to run down the Nationals and take control of the N.L. East is to get consistent starting pitching.
The trash talk for this season's Mets-Yankees matchup has come almost exclusively from fans of the crosstown rivals -- until now. Enter Frank Francisco.
We have is a wonderful pitching matchup in store Sunday for what should be a packed Citi Field. But you know what? It could turn into anything but that.
Mets vs. Yankees. Sunday night. R.A. Dickey vs. CC Sabathia. Oh boy, what a matchup.
The Heat finished off the Thunder last night in South Beach by the score of 121-106 to win the NBA Title, and because of that Jerry Recco entered the Allstate Studio this morning grinning from ear to ear.
As we head into Round 2 of the 2012 Subway Series, I am often asked what is the best game in this series I have ever seen since I have been at all of these encounters.
While Con Edison is busy asking its customers in New York City to conserve energy during this summer scorcher, Yankees fans hope Alex Rodriguez can somehow figure out a way to dial up the power.
With heat advisories posted in the city, it was 94 degrees when the Mets started against Baltimore on Wednesday night, and that meant a nice savings for fans.
Craig took a call from a hardworking, blue-collar father named Lou, who talked about how he cannot afford to bring his 10-year-old daughter Gia, who is a huge Yankees fan, to Yankee stadium to see the Bomber's play.
As if Bernie Williams and Mark Teixeira weren't enough, Al Dukes booked former NFL MVP Boomer Esiason to join the program.
Mark Teixeira and Craig have forged quite a friendship over the last couple of months or so and he called in this morning to say hello to Bernie Williams and talk some Yankees baseball.
Bernie Williams made the trip into Manhattan this morning to visit with Craig.
Just before 8 a.m Craig took a call from a Mets fan named Gordie, who wanted to predict a sweep for his team over the Yankees and take a shot at the Stadium in the Bronx in the process.
Craig shared an entertaining ode to Roger Clemens and his Yankee tenure, which was brought to his attention by our good friends over @ BobsBlitz.com.
With Boomer in Kentucky shooting things, Craig was flyin' solo in the Allstate Studio -- and he was not happy.
Jason Heyward and the Atlanta Braves never intended to challenge the powerful New York Yankees to a game of home run derby in the Bronx. Still, they came out ahead.
Tell us how you really feel, Donnie Baseball. Mattingly ripped the five-year federal investigation into pitcher Roger Clemens on Tuesday as a complete "waste" of resources and money.
A CBS News New York Investigation finds New York City is on pace for the most manhole fires in 11 years.
The New York Yankees beat the St. Louis Cardinals 2-0 on Tuesday night.
The New York Mets defeated the Cleveland Guardians 6-2 on Tuesday night to snap a three-game losing streak.
Federal authorities arrested a man who appeared to be monitoring security-planning activities at Trump National Golf Club in LA County ahead of the president's Southern California visit.
Doctors and other organizations say there's something women can do to help reduce their chances of developing ovarian cancer by 80%.
A CBS News New York Investigation finds New York City is on pace for the most manhole fires in 11 years.
Doctors and other organizations say there's something women can do to help reduce their chances of developing ovarian cancer by 80%.
The family of a man killed in a shooting in Yonkers on Sunday night says he was in the wrong place at the wrong time.
Karina Vetrano's convicted killer Chanel Lewis' attorney said he would soon be filing an appeal in the 2016 murder that shocked New York City.
A former Mount Vernon police official faces attempted murder charges for allegedly being the getaway driver in a Bronx shooting, prosecutors said.
New York City and parts of New Jersey were under a flood watch due to downpours and strong storms Monday.
Stormy weather will return to the New York City area on Monday, bringing the threat of heavy rain and storms that may lead to flash flooding.
There's been a report of a bigfoot sighting near the Pachaug State Forest in Connecticut.
Heavy rain is complicating efforts to recover a teenage boy from the West River in New Haven. Strong currents and an increased flow have made the job even more difficult.
It's another rainy day in the Tri-State Area with a flood watch for parts of New York and Connecticut.
The family of a man who died at the Delaney Hall immigration detention center in Newark, New Jersey, is demanding justice.
Protesters gathered at the gates of Delaney Hall immigration detention center in Newark, New Jersey, Monday following the death of an ICE detainee.
The power was restored Tuesday morning after going out at the American Dream Mall in East Rutherford, N.J. Monday afternoon.
Strong downpours have dumped rain on parts of New York and New Jersey that are still recovering from last week's severe weather.
New York City and parts of New Jersey were under a flood watch due to downpours and strong storms Monday.
Communities across New York City and Long Island came together Tuesday for National Night Out.
On Long Island, a farm is helping kids cope using therapy horses. CBS News New York's John Dias reports.
Suffolk County Police are trying to identify an Asian man whose body was discovered on Gilgo Beach in 2011.
A Columbia University medical student is recovering after being shot in the face by Nassau Police. Police say he charged at officers with a knife Monday night. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
A Nassau County police officer shot a man in the face after he allegedly smashed a patrol car window with a knife in Westbury, Long Island, police said.
Federal authorities arrested a man who appeared to be monitoring security-planning activities at Trump National Golf Club in LA County ahead of the president's Southern California visit.
In total, 17 bills will be introduced in the City Council next month to increase safety regulations around e-bikes and e-scooters, while also strengthening enforcement of existing laws.
Protesters gathered at the gates of Delaney Hall immigration detention center in Newark, New Jersey, Monday following the death of an ICE detainee.
Some 9/11 families are defending New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's inclusion in this year's solemn remembrance ceremony after an online petition asked he not attend.
There has been so much confusion about the pied-à-terre tax and the way city notified homeowners, the City Council has scheduled a public hearing to demand answers.
The source of exposure for the Legionnaires cluster on Manhattan's Upper East Side has been eliminated, according to the New York City Health Department.
A seventh person has died from Legionnaires' disease in connection with the Upper East Side cluster, New York City's health commissioner said Thursday.
Thirty-four cooling towers at 33 buildings on the Upper East Side tested positive for live Legionella bacteria, the New York City Health Department announced Tuesday.
An attorney representing an Upper East Side woman whose husband just died from Legionnaires' disease is planning to take legal action.
Studies show older adults are among the safest drivers on the road, but crashes involving seniors are on the rise.
Designer John Galliano is known for his theatrical and dramatic designs, but his legacy is also marked by antisemitic and racist comments.
"The Sopranos" actor Vincent Pastore is being remembered as a fixture in his Bronx community.
Vincent Pastore played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on all six seasons of "The Sopranos," which aired from 1999 to 2007.
A new Broadway show based on Prince's movie and album "Purple Rain" will take the stage at Broadway's Majestic Theatre in March.
Carly Simon, the singer known for 1970s hits like "You're So Vain," announced she has Parkinson's disease and also was treated for basal cell carcinoma.
The New York Yankees beat the St. Louis Cardinals 2-0 on Tuesday night.
The New York Mets defeated the Cleveland Guardians 6-2 on Tuesday night to snap a three-game losing streak.
The Chicago Cubs acquired pitcher Clay Holmes and outfielder Tyrone Taylor from the last-place New York Mets on Monday for touted infield prospect Jefferson Rojas.
José Caballero lined a two-run homer, Gerrit Cole pitched into the sixth inning and the New York Yankees hung on to top the Chicago Cubs 2-1 on Sunday.
The Miami Marlins beat the Mets 2-0 Sunday shortly after New York traded opening day starter Freddy Peralta to Tampa Bay.
Parents in Harlem say their children's walk to summer camp is littered with trash, illegal dumping and a growing encampment.
A specialized program from God's Love We Deliver is serving nearly 400 veterans with medically tailored meals, while helping combat isolation and ease the challenges of life after military service.
The Newtown Creek Alliance community science project gives students hands-on experience monitoring the health of one of the most polluted waterways in the U.S.
The FIFA World Cup is delivering a business boost for many bars and restaurants across New York City, but not every industry is seeing the same payoff.
Two Upper West Side children went on a mission to visit 40 playgrounds in one day, hoping to set a record.
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.
CBS News New York's Scott Padgett has your First Alert Forecast for August 4 at 11 p.m.
A CBS News New York Investigation finds New York City is on pace for the most manhole fires in 11 years. CBS News New York investigative reporter Tim McNicholas has the data.
Communities across New York City and Long Island came together Tuesday for National Night Out.
Drivers in one Brooklyn neighborhood were relieved to learn they would only have to move their cars once a week for Alternate Side Parking under a new pilot program, but Tuesday, many were surprised to find tickets waiting for them on their windshields. CBS News New York's Allen Devlin reports.
A high-ranking Mount Vernon police official is accused of helping her son plan a shooting outside of Bronx criminal court. She has now been fired. CBS News New York's Mahsa Saeidi reports.
