Big Apple Showdown: Mets Triumph Over the Yankees! 
What a thrilling game it was at Citi Field as our New York Mets overpowered the neighbors from the Bronx! The Mets claimed a resounding 12-6 victory over the Yankees, showing dominance on the field from the get-go. 
Action Right From the Start! 
The game kicked off with a quiet Top of the 1st from the Yankees. After three outs, we took to the plate and immediately made waves. Starling Marte got us started with a double, then Francisco Lindor's patient eye earned him a walk. The bases became a party with Pete Alonso joining them after another walk. But it was Brandon Nimmo, who, with an explosive homer to right center, brought them all home and set the tone with a 4-0 lead. 
Building On the Lead 
Despite Jazz Chisholm Jr. and Austin Wells putting up solo shots for the Yankees, our defense held firm, minimizing their runs through tight fielding and strong pitching. By the 5th inning, Pete Alonso showcased his power again, hammering a two-run homer after Francisco Lindor's spectacular run-filled performance. The Mets led by a comfortable 7-2 by the end of the 5th. 
Sealing the Victory! 
The heart-stopper came during the 7th inning. Ronny Mauricio made his presence felt with a crucial double, and Pete Alonso didn't miss the chance to go yard again, slamming another three-run homer, sending the fans into a frenzy. The Mets closed the game with precision, with Edwin Díaz securing the win with a combination of skillful pitching and composed field play in the 9th inning. 
Hats off to the team for an incredible victory! It's always sweet beating the Yankees, and tonight the Mets truly proved themselves as the kings of New York! Let's keep this momentum going, Mets!
Scoreboard for Yankees @ Mets (July 5th, 2025)
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 12 | 10 | 0 |
| 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 9 | 2 |