Comeback Falls Short As Mets Drop Series Finale Against Yankees

The New York Mets tried to mount a big comeback after falling behind by five runs, but their pitching couldn’t hold the line, as the New York Yankees took the finale at Citi Field, 6-4. The win snapped the Yankees’ losing streak and evened the 2025 Subway Series at a tie.

The ongoing availability of the Mets’ pitching staff were on display as the team turned to an opener. Chris Devenski got things started with two solid innings, allowing just one hit and striking out two. But trouble followed with recently signed Zach Pop, who lasted only 1 1/3 innings, giving up five hits, three runs, and a home run. Brandon Waddell, who’s been reliable in a fill-in role, took over for Pop and pitched 2 2/3 innings, surrendering two runs on three hits. Huascar Brazobán and Rico Garcia handled the final innings, combining to allow just one run while striking out four.

Despite the early deficit, the Mets clawed back with multi-hit games from Starling Marte, Ronny Mauricio, and Jeff McNeil. Francisco Lindor chipped in with two RBIs, and both McNeil and Hayden Senger added key hits that helped close the gap to just two runs. McNeil’s knock came on a deflection off Yankees reliever Jonathan Loaisiga that allowed a run to score. The Mets’ bats, while down, looked far better at the plate than they did a week prior in Pittsburgh.

The Yankees’ defense came up big with three double plays, including a game-changing one in the bottom of the seventh. Juan Soto lined a ball to left field that Cody Bellinger snagged on a reach-forward grab, then threw out a flat-footed Lindor caught between first and second. The Mets challenged the play, but the call was upheld.

Devin Williams came on to close it out for the Yankees and benefited from a controversial third strike call to Luis Torrens that missed the zone by nearly a foot. Mets manager Carlos Mendoza stormed out of the dugout in protest and was promptly ejected by home plate umpire John Bacon, needing to be held back by crew chief Laz Diaz.

Marte, who continues to quietly excel, needed a visit from the trainers in his final at-bat. After the game, manager Carlos Mendoza confirmed that Marte’s knee, “flared up on him,” and they will have him evaluated further.

Player of the Game: Starling Marte

Starling Marte continues his hot play and strong weekend, going 3-for-5 against the Yankees, bringing his batting average up to .270 and his OPS to .740 this season. As mentioned, due to his knee flaring up during his last at-bat, he is going to undergo further evaluation.

On Deck

The Mets have a much-needed off-day on Monday but will travel to Camden Yards in Baltimore to take on the Orioles. Clay Holmes (8-4, 2.99 ERA) will look to continue his solid season on the mound for the Mets, while the Orioles will throw out Brandon Young (0-3, 7.02 ERA). First pitch will be at 6:35 pm ET and will be broadcast on SNY and Mets Radio 880.

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