The New York Mets and New York Yankees are locked in a competitive series, trading victories as they approach the final game. The Yankees took the first game 6-2, while the Mets bounced back with a close 3-2 win on Saturday. The rubber match features dominant pitchers: Max Fried for the Yankees, boasting an impressive 6-0 record and a stingy 1.11 ERA, versus David Peterson from the Mets, who holds a 2-2 record with a 3.05 ERA.

Juan Soto, now with the Mets after his lucrative offseason deal, is experiencing a challenging series, recording only one hit in six at-bats but contributing four walks and two runs. Meanwhile, Mets manager Carlos Mendoza is facing player injuries, particularly with outfielder Tyrone Taylor, who experienced cramping but was held out as a precaution despite feeling better. In Taylor's absence, Jeff McNeil is slotted to start, adding a layer of uncertainty to the Mets' lineup.