The Mets and Yankees are set to begin a three-game Subway Series at Citi Field on Friday at 7:15 p.m.
5 things to watch
A Bo Bichette breakout?
Bo Bichette, struggling with a .552 OPS in his first season with the Mets, seeks consistency after a game-tying hit against the Tigers. Manager Carlos Mendoza believes a breakthrough is imminent, especially with the team missing key offensive players. The Mets’ pitching has been strong, allowing only 178 runs this season, supported by a dominant bullpen. Meanwhile, the Yankees rely heavily on Aaron Judge, Ben Rice, and Cody Bellinger for their top-scoring offense.
Predictions
Expect Bichette to be the series MVP, with Freddy Peralta delivering the best start for the Mets, while Aaron Judge remains a significant threat for the Yankees.
