02Logo WFAN 1010WINS WCBS tiny WLNYLogo

Chip Hale

(credit: Eliot Schechter/Getty Images)

Collins To Mookie: No Hard Feelings; Mets’ Alderson Says Change Was Needed

1986 legend Mookie Wilson has been let go by the Mets. Again.

WFAN–2011/10/06

Chip Hale (credit: Sarah Glenn/Getty Images), Mookie Wilson (credit: Chris McGrath/Getty Images)

Coleman’s Corner: The Mets’ Coaching Carousel Spins

The winds of change blew through the Mets’ coaching staff on Wednesday, and when the gale subsided, four coaches were gone.

WFAN–2011/10/06

(Photo by Sarah Glenn/Getty Images)

Coutinho: Hale Will Be Missed, But Mets Coaching Changes Make Sense

The Mets have announced some coaching changes for 2012 and my immediate reaction is that losing Chip Hale is a big hit while adding Tim Teufel as third base coach and Ricky Bones as bullpen coach makes sense.

2011/10/05

Mookie Wilson #53 of the New York Mets poses for a portrait during the New York Mets Photo Day on February 24, 2011 at Digital Domain Park in Port St. Lucie, Florida. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

Mets Switch Coaching Staff, Let Go Mookie Wilson

The Mets announced several changes in their staff Wednesday. First base coach Mookie Wilson, bench coach Ken Oberkfell, bullpen coach Jon Debus and third base coach Chip Hale will not return.

2011/10/05

Ex-Mets Darryl Strawberry (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images) Wally Backman (AP Photo/Bebeto Matthews)

Strawberry: Backman ‘Will Be’ Next Manager Of Mets

Wally Backman was passed over for Terry Collins as the next manager of the Mets, but the fiery Double-A manager still has a firm believer in Darryl Strawberry.

WFAN–2011/01/26

(Bebeto Matthews / AP Photo)

Mets Promote Backman To Manage Binghamton

The Mets have tapped Wally Backman to replace Tim Teufel as manager of New York’s Double-A Binghamton farm team.

WFAN–2011/01/25

David Wright of the New York Mets and coach Ken Oberkfell talk to first base umpire Bob Davidson (Photo by Greg Fiume/Getty Images)

Mets Hire Mookie, Oberkfell For 2011 Coaching Staff

Ken Oberkfell has been hired as the New York Mets’ bench coach under new manager Terry Collins following two seasons as the team’s Triple-A manager at Buffalo.

WFAN–2010/12/13

New York Mets new manager Terry Collins poses for photographs in the dugout after a press conference at Citi Field on November 23, 2010 in the Flushing neighborhood, of the Queens borough of New York City. (Photo by Chris McGrath/Getty Images)

Coleman’s Corner: Terry Time For Mets

Could we maybe give the guy a chance? If you listen to Mets fans, new manager Terry Collins might as well have a two month contract.

WFAN–2010/11/24

(Photo by Doug Benc/Getty Images)

Heyman: Hale, Warthen To Remain With Mets

Chip Hale will remain with the Mets as third base coach after finishing a “close second” for New York’s managerial job, according to WFAN’s Jon Heyman.

WFAN–2010/11/22

(Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images)

Hot Topic: November 22

Mark Sanchez looked sharp leading Gang Green down the field during their winning drive Sunday, as it was just another day at the office for Rex Ryan’s cardiac Jets.

WFAN–2010/11/22

(Photo by Koji Watanabe/Getty Images)

Source: Mets Hire Terry Collins As Manager

Terry Collins is a major league manager once again, hired by the New York Mets to help revitalize a franchise that has struggled on the field and at the gate.

WFAN–2010/11/21

(credit: Andrew Burton/Getty Images)

Decision Time: Alderson, Mets Finish 2nd Interviews

After completing second interviews with four finalists, the New York Mets plan to select their next manager no later than Monday.

WFAN–2010/11/19

New York Mets general manager Sandy Alderson with Paul DePodesta, vp of player development and amateur scouting, and J.P. Ricciardi, special assistant to the general manager (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)

Alderson: Mets Could Decide On Manager By Sunday

New general manager Sandy Alderson conducted second interviews Wednesday with Bob Melvin and Chip Hale, accompanied by chief operating officer Jeff Wilpon and three other front-office staff.

WFAN–2010/11/18

Chip Hale (Photo by Doug Benc/Getty Images), Terry Collins (Photo by Koji Watanabe/Getty Images), Wally Backman (AP Photo/Ed Betz), Bob Melvin (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

Coleman’s Corner: The Mets’ Final Four

Forget the external candidates and bring on the in-house boys – the Mets’ Final Four is down to Terry Collins, Bob Melvin, Chip Hale and Wally Backman.

WFAN–2010/11/17

Terry Collins (Photo by Koji Watanabe/Getty Images), Wally Backman (AP Photo/Bebeto Matthews)

Backman, Collins Among 4 Finalists For Mets Manager

Terry Collins, Bob Melvin, Wally Backman and Chip Hale became finalists for New York Mets manager when the team narrowed the field Tuesday night to four candidates who all worked for the organization this year.

WFAN–2010/11/17

more

Listen Live!

Follow CBS New York

Like us on foursquare

New York City Guides

Tornado Help
Tornado Relief
How to help the residents of Moore, Okla., after the deadly top-of-the-scale EF-5 twister.
 New York City Guides
Food & Drink
The latest on New York City’s diverse dining scene: Restaurant openings, the best meals, and fun takes on food.
 New York City Guides
Nightlife & Bars
From events to the latest cocktail creations, all you need to navigate the extensive NYC nightlife scene.
 New York City Guides
Family & Pets
Plan a weekend getaway with the kids, share tips with fellow parents or find a groomer that suits your pooch.