Full Breakdown
Mets Even Subway Series with 6-3 Win Over Yankees
5/17/2026, 10:38:37 PM
Game Overview
On May 16, 2026, the Mets beat the Yankees 6-3 at Citi Field, tying the Subway Series. A 5-2 lead, built on Mark Vientos’ two-run double in the fifth, survived a seventh-inning bases-loaded jam. Reliever Luke Weaver entered with the bases loaded, struck out Amed Rosario and Trent Grisham, then induced Anthony Volpe into a force out. He closed the eighth without allowing a run, finishing with 1 2/3 innings and a 96-mph fastball.
Context
The win came a day after right-hander Clay Holmes fractured his fibula, a loss that strained the Mets’ bullpen. Both clubs fielded several former Yankees, and the result left the series dead-locked for Sunday.
Key Performances
Vientos recorded three RBIs, highlighted by his two-run double. Juan Soto reached base four times, stole two bases and scored once. David Peterson struck out a season-high eight in four innings. Yankees starter Carlos Rodón allowed three runs in 3 2/3 innings, walked eight batters and threw a wild pitch that sparked the Mets’ lead. New York went 3-for-15 with runners in scoring position and left 11 on base.
Official Statements & Responses
Mets manager Carlos Mendoza said the club “has been hit all season with injuries, but yesterday felt different,” and urged players to “pick each other up.” Juan Soto called Weaver “exactly who he is” and praised his “unicorn stuff.” Yankees pitcher Carlos Rodón labeled his wild pitch “a stupid play” and said he was “trying to give a good fastball in the zone.” Aaron Boone noted Rodón “didn’t go well at all” and lamented the missed chance with runners in scoring position.
Criticism & Opposition
The Yankees’ offense stalled after loading the bases in the seventh; they left the inning scoreless. Boone’s remarks highlighted the “chance to take it right there” that slipped away, and Rodón’s errant throw after the wild pitch was cited as a turning point.
Verbatim Quotes
- “It’s a cool moment and that is why you play the game,” — Luke Weaver, Mets reliever
- “Unicorn stuff; he’s great,” — Juan Soto, Mets outfielder
- “Stupid play,” — Carlos Rodón, Yankees pitcher
- “Quote of the night “We’ve been hit this year with a lot of our superstars, with a lot of our key players.” — Carlos Mendoza, Mets manager
- “We had a chance to take it right there,” — Aaron Boone, Yankees manager
Looking Ahead
The series finale on Sunday at Citi Field pits Mets starter Freddy Peralta (3-3, 3.10 ERA) against Yankees right-hander Elmer Rodriguez (0-1, 5.19 ERA). Both clubs will aim to build on the momentum from Saturday.
