Back Stories: Covering The New York Yankees
John Sterling talks about his 11 years at 880, calling more than 2,000 games.
John Sterling talks about his 11 years at 880, calling more than 2,000 games.
The last time they rolled out a poll of any consequence, the number counters got it historically wrong.
As Opening Days go, Sunday was nearly ideal for the Tampa Bay Rays and Chris Archer -- but not so much for the Yankees.
On June 3, 2003, the Yankees held a news conference announcing that Derek Jeter was being named team captain.
The Mets are gearing up for opening day next week, and a new poll found that many people are rooting for them this year.
The Yankees might own far more world championships than the Mets, but the Amazins are New York City's most popular team, according to a new poll.
Here's a look at the five most memorable performances by Yankees over the past 103 years.
Hal Steinbrenner says he believes this year's Yankees could be playing well into October and that the front office won't be afraid to be aggressive at the trade deadline if a move needs to be made.
Luis Severino has a lot to prove this season, and he's going to get ample opportunity to show he belongs.
The Yankees will be announcing some important decisions about their rotation and outfield very soon, general manager Brian Cashman said Wednesday.
The New York Yankees will likely bat power-hitting catcher Gary Sanchez second in their lineup at the start of the season.
Most teams' fans focus on the opening-day lineup. With the Yankees, the view is further ahead.
The final two spots in the Yankees' rotation are a near dead heat between four pitchers, manager Joe Girardi said Tuesday.
We know the Yankees have a decent lineup, if healthy, and a nuclear bullpen that will shut an iron door down after the seventh inning. They just don't have nearly enough starting arms to get them the ball.
Dallas Green always had a billowing voice. But on one summer's day in 1994, he needed not a single word to describe the emotions he felt as Cindy Lauper sang the National Anthem at Shea Stadium.
The Yankees started spring training looking to fill two spots in the rotation, and it's still not clear what they'll end up doing.
We know who the top three pitchers are in the Yankees' rotation, but how the other two spots will be filled remains a mystery. And the plot has thickened a bit this week.
The Yankees already lost one player for at least a month thanks to the just-concluded World Baseball Classic. They certainly don't want to take down a promising youngster with him.
Yankees fans have been talking a lot about how to replace injured shortstop Didi Gregorius. But the bigger issue facing the Bronx Bombers, in Mike Francesa's opinion, is the back end of their rotation.
Dallas Green was large, and he was loud. People called him a "baseball man." If you ever met him, you really didn't have to hear anything else to know what that meant.
Former Yankees and Mets manager Dallas Green has died, WFAN baseball insider Jon Heyman reports. He was 82.
Austin Romine knows his path to a starting job is blocked by perhaps the most promising young player to come through the Yankees organization in a decade. So for now, he's just focusing on doing whatever he can to help the Bombers win.
Bird, a fifth-round draft pick by the Yankees in 2011, has done his part to erase doubts this spring, hitting .421 (16-for-38) with four home runs and six RBIs.
Shortstop Didi Gregorius, who suffered a shoulder injury in the World Baseball Classic, has been ordered to avoid baseball activities for two weeks, Yankees manager Joe Girardi said Tuesday.
The Giants have re-signed quarterback Josh Johnson (seven teams) and added wide receiver Brandon Marshall (joining his fifth team) while the Jets have signed quarterback Josh McCown (eight teams now).
Garrett Mitchell delivered a two-run shot to give the Brewers a victory over the Mets that evened their NL Wild Card Series.
A Long Island man says he was scammed out of $25,000 by someone impersonating a real business online.
The Elizabeth Street Garden in New York City's Little Italy has been served an eviction notice by city officials.
John Tolkin, Lewis Morgan and Elias Manoel each scored a goal in the second half and the New York Red Bulls beat Toronto FC 4-1.
Teenager Mitja Ilenic and Santiago Rodríguez led NYCFC to a victory over FC Cincinnati.
The Elizabeth Street Garden in New York City's Little Italy has been served an eviction notice by city officials.
Moshe Lavi and Leat Corinne Unger say they've been giving a voice to their family members still in Hamas captivity one year after being kidnapped by Hamas.
New York City Schools Chancellor David Banks will be stepping down in October, not at the end of December as originally announced.
Rosh Hashanah is supposed to be a celebration of the new year, but the pain of the past year is palpable for many Jews.
Survivors of sex abuse in Brooklyn and Bronx juvenile detention facilities told traumatic stories on Wednesday.
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.
A Long Island man says he was scammed out of $25,000 by someone impersonating a real business online.
A Suffolk County community that was isolated by a road collapse in August's devastating storms and floods finally has relief.
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.
Survivors of sex abuse in Brooklyn and Bronx juvenile detention facilities told traumatic stories on Wednesday.
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.
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.
Garrett Mitchell delivered a two-run shot to give the Brewers a victory over the Mets that evened their NL Wild Card Series.
John Tolkin, Lewis Morgan and Elias Manoel each scored a goal in the second half and the New York Red Bulls beat Toronto FC 4-1.
Teenager Mitja Ilenic and Santiago Rodríguez led NYCFC to a victory over FC Cincinnati.
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.
Moshe Lavi and Leat Corinne Unger say they've been giving a voice to their family members still in Hamas captivity one year after being kidnapped by Hamas.
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.
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.
CBS News New York's Lonnie Quinn has your First Alert Forecast for October 2 at 11 p.m.
From Tuesday's missile attack in Israel to the High Holy Days and the upcoming one-year mark of the Oct. 7 attacks, law enforcement isn't taking any chances. The FBI says the U.S. is in a heightened threat environment and urged vigilance for threats against religious communities. CBS News New York's Alecia Reid has more on what New York City is doing to keep everyone safe.
New York City Schools Chancellor David Banks is retiring earlier than expected. The announcement comes nearly a month after the raid on his home by federal investigators, and Wednesday, prosecutors revealed more people could soon be charged alongside Mayor Eric Adams. CBS News New York's Ali Bauman is following the developments.
A Long Island man thought he was buying a rare classic car online, but he says he ended up sending $25,000 to a scammer impersonating a real business. The real business owner says he reported the imposter website to federal law enforcement weeks ago, so why is the listing still up? CBS News New York investigative reporter Tim McNicholas went searching for answers.
The beloved Elizabeth Street Garden in Little Italy has been told it must close in two weeks as the city prepares to use the space for affordable housing, but some say the fight isn't over yet. CBS News New York's Naveen Dhaliwal has the story.