Mets defeat Yankees 12-2 as Gerrit Cole allows three home runs

The New York Mets secured a 12-2 victory over the New York Yankees on Saturday at Yankee Stadium. Yankees starting pitcher Gerrit Cole lasted less than five innings, surrendering three home runs in the outing. Francisco Lindor headlined the offensive effort for the Mets, hitting a first-inning home run and a grand slam in the eighth. Bradley Hanner, who entered in relief, allowed two additional home runs and five runs during his appearance. The Yankees struggled to generate offense, failing to capitalize on limited scoring opportunities while the team trails the Tampa Bay Rays in the American League standings. The series concludes Sunday with a scheduled 1:35 p.m. first pitch.

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