Yankees beat the Mets 6-4 in the Subway Series opener

The New York Yankees defeated the New York Mets 6-4 at Yankee Stadium on Friday night in the opening game of their Subway Series. Carlos Rodon anchored the Yankees' pitching staff, limiting the Mets to two runs over a season-high 6.1 innings with eight strikeouts. The Yankees offense benefited from a three-run home run by Cody Bellinger in the second inning and a solo shot from Ben Rice. Mets starter Nolan McLean struggled in his series debut, allowing five earned runs on 10 hits across five innings. Despite mounting late-game threats, the Mets were unable to close the deficit, with Juan Soto grounding into a double play to end the ninth inning. The teams are scheduled to play a matinee in the Bronx on Saturday.

• 2:07 AMYahoo Sports — Yankees open Subway Series with 6-4 win over Mets