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The New York Mets were 19-26, 5th in the NL East. Yesterday, the New York Mets beat the New York Yankees 6-3 at Citi Field.

Mets Daily Vibe Check
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last night's win

The trend line looks fine. The 3-run win last night carries weight here. Factor in outpacing opponents by 9 runs this stretch.

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Mets Game on May 17

Opponent:New York Yankees (28-18)
Location:Citi Field
First Pitch:01:40 PM EDT
Pitching Matchup:Freddy Peralta (3-3, 3.10 ERA) vs Elmer Rodríguez (0-1, 5.19 ERA)
TV Broadcast:YES, SNY
Forecast:☀️ Clear sky, 72°F, Wind 7 mph

Mets Score & Recap

Yesterday, the New York Mets beat the New York Yankees 6-3 at Citi Field.

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Highlights

Mets Record & Standings

NL East

TeamL10WLPCTGBSTRK
Braves
3115.674 L1
Phillies
2323.5008.0 W3
Nationals
2323.5008.0 W2
Marlins
2125.45710.0 W1
Mets
1926.42211.5 W1

New York Mets are 4-3 in their last 7 games, with a +9 run differential.

Mets Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

PlayerHRAVGOPSRBI
22
Juan Soto
 6.284.88814
27
Mark Vientos
 6.234.69922
9
A.J. Ewing
 1.250.9633

Pitching Leaders

PitcherW-LERAWHIPIP
26
Nolan McLean
 2-22.920.9652.1
51
Freddy Peralta
 3-33.101.2249.1
32
Tobias Myers
 0-13.250.9827.2

Hot Hitters

PlayerStreak
7
Brett Baty
 4 hits, 1 HR, 4 RBI, .4 AVG in last 3 games
22
Juan Soto
 5 hits, 2 HR, 3 RBI, .5 AVG in last 3 games
27
Mark Vientos
 2 hits, 1 HR, 5 RBI, .167 AVG in last 3 games

Hot Pitchers

PitcherStreak
51
Freddy Peralta
 6.0 IP, 6 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start
26
Nolan McLean
 6.0 IP, 6 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start
44
Austin Warren
 4.3 scoreless IP, 6 K in 3 recent games

Mets News

In a thrilling continuation of the Subway Series, the New York Mets turned the tide with a 6-3 victory over the Yankees, showcasing a resilient offense and gutsy pitching led by Luke Weaver. This win marked a crucial rebound after a tough loss the night before, with Juan Soto continuing to shine and driving momentum into the lineup. Despite losing Clay Holmes to a fractured fibula, the Mets' pitching staff, particularly Weaver, stepped up to navigate through high-pressure situations. Huascar Brazobán is set to take the mound next, and fans will be eager to see if this spirited performance can spark a more consistent run. The Mets, now 18-26, are in desperate need of this kind of fight as they aim to claw back in a competitive NL East.

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Mets hold on with help from Weaver to win 6-3
Amazin' Avenue
Mets hold on with help from Weaver to win 6-3
The Mets came back to take the second game of the Subway Series by a 6-3 score this evening at Citi Field. The offense revived itself once more, and while the pitching staff got into some tight spots, they got back out again, with Luke Weaver seeming to create a miracle in the seventh. Huascar […]
 Mets vs. Yankees: Lineups, broadcast info, and open thread, 5/16/26
Amazin' Avenue
Mets vs. Yankees: Lineups, broadcast info, and open thread, 5/16/26
Mets lineup Carson Benge – RFBo Bichette – SSJuan Soto – LFMark Vientos – 1BMarcus Semien – 2BA.J. Ewing – CFAustin Slater – DHBrett Baty – 3BLuis Torrens – C SP: Huascar Brazobán – RHP Yankees lineup Ben Rice – DHAaron Judge – RFCody Bellinger – LFPaul Goldschmidt – 1BJazz Chisholm – 2BAmed Rosario – […]
 Luke Jackson To Opt Out Of Mets Contract
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Luke Jackson To Opt Out Of Mets Contract
Right-hander Luke Jackson is triggering an opt-out clause in the minor league contract he signed with the Mets in early April, The Athletic’s Will Sammon reports.  Depending on the specific terms of the clause, Jackson may be a free agent immediately, or he could become a free agent if the Mets don’t add him to […]
 Juan Soto, Luke Weaver Guide Mets to 6-3 Win
Metsmerizedonline
Juan Soto, Luke Weaver Guide Mets to 6-3 Win
One day after they lost Clay Holmes to a fractured fibula, the New York Mets took game two of the 2026 Subway Series against the New York Yankees 6-3 thanks to a pair of good performances by Juan Soto and Luke Weaver. Weaver, especially, had the gutsiest performance by any Mets pitcher this season as […] The post Juan Soto, Luke Weaver Guide Mets to 6-3 Win appeared first on Metsmerized Online.
 Game Chat: Yankees vs Mets, 7:15 PM
Metsmerizedonline
Game Chat: Yankees vs Mets, 7:15 PM
Saturday, May 16, 2026 • 7:15 PM Citi Field • Flushing, NY LHP Carlos Rodón (0-0, 6.23) vs. RHP Huascar Brazobán (2-1, 2.14) FOX The bad news just continues for the 2026 Mets. Clay Holmes, in the midst of a career year, fractured his fibula last night, taking a comebacker from Spencer Jones. The Mets […] The post Game Chat: Yankees vs Mets, 7:15 PM appeared first on Metsmerized Online.
 Weaver can't help but smirk after stifling Yankees' bases-loaded threat
MLB.com
Weaver can't help but smirk after stifling Yankees' bases-loaded threat
NEW YORK -- It was Luke Weaver who, after the Mets snapped one of the longest losing streaks in franchise history last month, stood on the field, looked up at the Citi Field crowd and crowed, “I’m not the biggest guy in the room, but I ain’t scared of nobody.”

Mets Upcoming Schedule

The New York Mets visit the Washington Nationals for a 4-game series starting Monday.

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