Mets vs Yankees predictions
When you look at this Mets squad, it’s hard not to get excited about Pete Alonso stepping up in the big moments. With his power stroke, Alonso always feels like one swing away from getting things rolling, and given his matchup, it wouldn’t be surprising to see him grab an RBI or two tonight. Francisco Lindor is another name you can’t help but watch—his pop at the plate and speed on the bases should set him up nicely. I’d keep an eye on Starling Marte as well; he’s been finding gaps with singles and doesn’t mind flashing that speed with a stolen base if the opportunity comes up. David Peterson will be on the mound, and while he’s capable of keeping hitters off balance and racking up strikeouts, he’ll need to make sure he’s painting the corners to avoid giving up extra-base hits in Yankee Stadium.
On the Yankees’ side, all eyes are on Aaron Judge—seriously, could anyone be hotter right now? Judge has been mashing home runs and seems primed for another multi-hit performance, especially with the way he’s commanding the strike zone and piling up walks. Juan Soto could absolutely make some noise in the heart of the order, drawing walks and driving in runs if Mets pitching loses its control. Max Fried is set to toe the rubber, and with his ability to generate ground balls and keep the damage limited, expect a solid outing. Don't sleep on young guys like Jasson Dominguez, who brings that sneaky speed and power potential, and Anthony Volpe, who should be a spark plug at the top of the lineup, picking up hits and taking an extra bag or two.
With the series tied and both teams battling for bragging rights, it’s shaping up to be the kind of game that keeps you glued to every at-bat. The Yankees’ combination of big bats and home field advantage just gives them that little extra edge. Their ability to grind out at-bats, force walks, and use the long ball in the Bronx might make the difference, even if the Mets jump out early. In this classic New York showdown, I see the Yankees pulling away late and taking the series in front of their home crowd. Yankees fans, get ready—this one has the makings of a memorable win.
