WFAN Best Sports Figures: #9 — Joe Torre
Joe Torre was by no means the popular choice when owner George Steinbrenner hired him as manager of the Yankees prior to the 1996 season.
Joe Torre was by no means the popular choice when owner George Steinbrenner hired him as manager of the Yankees prior to the 1996 season.
The circle of success closed around Derek Jeter as he stood in front of the Yankee Stadium crowd on Sunday night and accepted his place in Monument Park.
George Springer and Alex Bregman paid tribute to Derek Jeter in their own way — with memorable first-inning home runs off Masahiro Tanaka.
Photos from the ceremony honoring Derek Jeter at Yankee Stadium on Sunday night.
Photos from the ceremony honoring Derek Jeter at Yankee Stadium on Sunday night.
New York stopped its first three-game losing streak since the first week. The Astros began the day a big league-best 25-11 record.
The Yankees also unveiled a plaque in Monument Park honoring the five time World Series champion.
Closer Aroldis Chapman was put on the 10-day disabled list by the New York Yankees on Sunday because of rotator cuff inflammation in his left shoulder.
Saturday's game will be made up as the first game of a single-admission doubleheader on Sunday.
Brian McCann hit a three-run homer against his former team and Lance McCullers Jr. pitched four-hit ball over six shutout innings.
New Yorkers have the right to ask. Burn the back of the baseball cards before you enter, as your stats west of the Hudson are rarely precursors once you bite the Big Apple, a town that too often makes mice of men.
Thanks to their fast start, the Yankees have turned themselves into legitimate playoff contenders. The math says it.
Defensive replacement Jake Marisnick made a perfect throw from left field to nail Jacoby Ellsbury at the plate for the final out and the Houston Astros held off the New York Yankees on Thursday night.
The Yankees (21-10) own baseball's best record and open a four-game series Thursday night against the Astros, who at 23-11 have the second-best record.
Photos from Derek Jeter's legendary Yankees career -- and some from after his retirement.
Fifty years ago this Sunday, May 14, 1967, Mickey Mantle electrified the crowd at Yankee Stadium by hitting his 500th career home run.
Derek Jeter is paying tribute to New York City a few days before the Yankees permanently retire his jersey.
Joe Girardi has been on his game this season, as he has his young Yankees far ahead of schedule.
Green was brought up Monday when the Yankees' bullpen was short-handed after an 18-inning win against the Chicago Cubs on Sunday night.
On Nov. 20, 2013, Alex Rodriguez, who was fighting to avoid a 211-game suspension for PED use, walked out of his grievance hearing after arbitrator Fredric Horowitz refused to order baseball Commissioner Bud Selig to testify.
Joey Votto singled with the bases loaded during the latest big inning off CC Sabathia on Tuesday night, and the Cincinnati Reds held on for a 5-3 victory that ended the New York Yankees' winning streak at six games.
As the baseball season commenced, many sportswriters, including yours truly, proclaimed that this town belonged to one team, the Mets.
The Yankees have the best record in the majors at 21-9 and are 12 games over .500 for the first time since the end of the 2015 season.
As the local baseball teams emerged from the weekend, the Mets and Yankees presented a contrast in mood.
Starlin Castro drove in Aaron Hicks with a fielder's choice in the 18th inning, and the New York Yankees beat the Chicago Cubs early Monday morning in the majors' longest interleague game ever by innings.
Suffolk County Police have a new tool in their fight against the fentanyl epidemic: Five TruNarc devices that can quickly identify hundreds of illegal drugs in one simple test.
Fort Lee community members are calling for transparency in the investigation into the death of Victoria Lee, who was shot and killed by police officers in July.
Judge Tanya Chutkan unsealed an expansive new filing in special counsel Jack Smith's case against former President Donald Trump in Washington, D.C.
Bank of America customers are reporting problems accessing their online accounts, according to DownDetector.
Amid the growing tensions in the Middle East, the NYPD is on high alert, especially with Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish new year, beginning Wednesday night.
Suffolk County Police have a new tool in their fight against the fentanyl epidemic: Five TruNarc devices that can quickly identify hundreds of illegal drugs in one simple test.
Amid the growing tensions in the Middle East, the NYPD is on high alert, especially with Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish new year, beginning Wednesday night.
As Jewish communities around the world are preparing for the holiday of Rosh Hashana, Masbia Soup Kitchen launches massive campaign to help feed thousands.
NYC high school admissions start this week, and there are some changes families need to know as they navigate the application process.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams may face additional charges, along with possible co-conspirators, in a superseding indictment, federal prosecutors say.
A port strike has thousands of dockworkers on the picket lines along the East and Gulf coasts, including New York and New Jersey.
Drizzle and a spot shower are possible through Monday morning.
Lawsuits seeking to force congestion pricing to start will move forward, a New York Supreme Court judge ruled in a potential blow to the governor's "indefinite" pause.
New York and New Jersey could see the first significant rainfall in weeks over the next couple days. See the maps.
The U.S. News and World Report college rankings list New York, New Jersey and Connecticut's Ivy League schools among the best for 2025.
Fort Lee community members are calling for transparency in the investigation into the death of Victoria Lee, who was shot and killed by police officers in July.
A port strike has thousands of dockworkers on the picket lines along the East and Gulf coasts, including New York and New Jersey.
Drizzle and a spot shower are possible through Monday morning.
Lawsuits seeking to force congestion pricing to start will move forward, a New York Supreme Court judge ruled in a potential blow to the governor's "indefinite" pause.
New Jersey police found over 100 illegal weapons and ammo stashed inside a home in Totowa after a man shared a picture of himself pointing a gun on social media.
Suffolk County Police have a new tool in their fight against the fentanyl epidemic: Five TruNarc devices that can quickly identify hundreds of illegal drugs in one simple test.
The woman convicted of luring five young men into a Long Island park where they were attacked by MS-13 gang members was sentenced to 50 years in prison Tuesday.
Nassau County public and private schools have been dealing with dozens of false threats this year.
A 70-year-old box turtle with an unusual beak now has a forever home at a Long Island animal rescue.
Earlier this year, Gianna and Kimberly Gotti were involved in an altercation at Locust Valley High School. Tuesday, the assault charges they faced were dismissed.
Judge Tanya Chutkan unsealed an expansive new filing in special counsel Jack Smith's case against former President Donald Trump in Washington, D.C.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams may face additional charges, along with possible co-conspirators, in a superseding indictment, federal prosecutors say.
The 2024 vice presidential nominees, Republican JD Vance and Democrat Tim Walz, sparred over a wide range of issues in the VP debate, hosted by CBS News.
Read the full transcript of the vice presidential debate hosted by CBS News between Sen. JD Vance and Gov. Tim Walz.
CBS News poll finds Walz and Vance improved their standing in what debate watchers said was a positive debate.
Ten deaths have been linked to now-recalled Boar's Head products.
New York state announced Monday that someone in Ulster County has died from eastern equine encephalitis, or EEE.
Parents of kids injured at birth due to medical malpractice say New York is denying their claims under the state's Medical Indemnity Fund, which promises lifelong health care.
New York City Health Commissioner Dr. Ashwin Vasan is resigning and will step down in January.
The New York resident who tested positive for the mosquito-borne EEE virus has died, prompting state health officials to declare an "imminent threat to the public for EEE."
John Amos was best known for his roles in "Roots" and the 1970s sitcom "Good Times."
Broadway is mourning the death of actor Gavin Creel, a star who shined on stage for more than 20 years.
There are five new stadium dates for next summer in Toronto, Chicago, New Jersey, Los Angeles and Mexico City.
Kris Kristofferson, a songwriter who became a country star and A-list actor, died at his home on Maui surrounded by family on Saturday, a spokesperson said in an statement.
Thousands gathered at Central Park's Great Lawn on Saturday for the annual Global Citizen Festival.
The indefatigable Mets continued their thrilling week by beating the Brewers in an NL Wild Card Series opener.
Pete Rose, Major League Baseball's all-time hit leader who was later banned for betting on games, has died.
Mets rally, give it all away, and then ride Francisco Lindor homer in the 9th to an 8-7 win over Braves and a playoff spot.
Dikembe Mutombo, who was an eight-time NBA All-Star, was diagnosed with a brain tumor in 2022.
The New York Yankees ended the regular season with a victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Sunday.
As Jewish communities around the world are preparing for the holiday of Rosh Hashana, Masbia Soup Kitchen launches massive campaign to help feed thousands.
Residents in Glen Oaks, Queens say squirrels are wreaking havoc on their cars.
A partnership between one of the commissioners of the Department of City Planning and the Brooklyn Public Library looks to educate people about issues around housing.
The B&B Carousell on the famous Coney Island Boardwalk is the oldest of the antique amusement park rides in Brooklyn.
Despite being billed as a popular initiative aimed to create vibrant public spaces, some NYC business owners are pushing back against Open Streets.
Tens of thousands of people flooded Manhattan streets on June 2, 2024 for the 60th annual Israel Day on Fifth Parade.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
The 50th Annual Village Halloween Parade drew massive crowds, celebrating the theme "Upside/Down:Inside/OUT."
As much of the northeast experiences heavy rains, parts of New York City are beginning to flood.
Thousands of people flooded Union Square on Friday for a PlayStation giveaway promoted by livestreamer Kai Cenat.
After Iran's attack on Israel on Tuesday, police immediately stepped up patrols. CBS News New York's Mahsa Saeidi has more on what's being done.
It's been more than two months since Victoria Lee was shot and killed by police in New Jersey. Her family called 911 when they say she was having a mental health crisis. Since her death, her loved ones have been pleading for transparency and justice. CBS News New York's Nick Caloway has been working to help get the community some answers.
Leave the leaves this fall. CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock covers climate and explains why letting leaves lie is good for your yard and the environment.
Adams was arraigned on corruption charges last week and pleaded not guilty. Prosecutors also said Wednesday others could be indicted. CBS News New York's Alice Gainer reports.
Thousands of customers could not see their account balances online on Tuesday. CBS News New York's Naveen Dhaliwal reports.