Trending Now - Subway Series Begins: Schlittler and Holmes Set for Showdown

WHO:

NY Post - Clay Holmes suffered a fractured fibula during the opening game of the Subway Series.

MLB.com - Clay Holmes is a nine-season veteran who served as the Yankees' closer from 2021-2024.

MLB.com - Cam Schlittler is currently ranked as the No. 2 starting pitcher in the latest Power Rankings.

MLB.com - Clay Holmes served as the Yankees' closer from 2021-2024 before signing with the Mets.

MLB.com - Cam Schlittler is currently ranked as the No. 2 starting pitcher in the latest Power Rankings.

MLB.com - Clay Holmes signed as a free agent with the Mets before last season and transitioned into a starting role.

MLB.com - Luis Torrens is expected to fill in as the starting catcher for the Mets while Francisco Alvarez is out.

MLB.com - Cam Schlittler will make his 24th MLB start against the Mets.

MLB.com - Clay Holmes has never faced the Yankees in his career.

MLB.com - Cam Schlittler, Clay Holmes, Yankees, Mets

MLB.com - Francisco Alvarez, Luis Torrens, Carlos Mendoza

NY Post - Clay Holmes

WHAT:

NY Post - The Yankees won their opening game of the Subway Series against the Mets with a score of 5-2.

MLB.com - Cam Schlittler has a 1.35 ERA, the best among qualified pitchers in the American League.

MLB.com - Clay Holmes has a 1.86 ERA, ranking third in the National League, trailing only Shohei Ohtani and Bryce Elder.

MLB.com - The Yankees and Mets will face off at 7:15 p.m. ET on Apple TV's "Friday Night Baseball."

MLB.com - Cam Schlittler has allowed just two earned runs over his past 34 2/3 innings, positioning him as a contender for the AL Cy Young award.

MLB.com - Clay Holmes has a 3.53 ERA over 165 2/3 innings in his first year with the Mets.

MLB.com - Clay Holmes has a 1.86 ERA, ranking third in the National League, trailing only Shohei Ohtani and Bryce Elder.

MLB.com - Luis Torrens signed a two-year, $15.5 million extension with the Mets earlier this month.

MLB.com - Cam Schlittler has a 0.81 WHIP and a .177 opponents’ batting average.

MLB.com - Clay Holmes has a 56.5% ground-ball rate.

MLB.com - A three-game Subway Series between the Yankees and Mets is set to begin.

MLB.com - Cam Schlittler has a 1.35 ERA, the best among qualified pitchers in the American League.

MLB.com - Clay Holmes has a 1.86 ERA, ranking third in the National League.

MLB.com - The Yankees and Mets will face off at 7:15 p.m. ET on Apple TV's "Friday Night Baseball."

MLB.com - Luis Torrens signed a two-year, $15.5 million extension with the Mets.

MLB.com - Torrens has caught 37 runners stealing since the start of 2024, ranking 11th in the Majors.

WHERE:

MLB.com - The Subway Series will take place at Citi Field.

WHEN:

Fox News - The second game of the Subway Series is scheduled for Saturday at 7:15 p.m. ET.

MLB.com - The Subway Series begins on a Friday night.

MLB.com - The Subway Series begins on a Friday.

WHY:

MLB.com - The Subway Series is part of the MLB Rivalry Weekend, which debuted last year.

MLB.com - The Mets extended Luis Torrens to keep him under team control through 2028, acknowledging he might have received offers as a starter if he became a free agent.

MLB.com - The Mets extended Torrens to keep him under team control through 2028, acknowledging that he might have received offers as a starter if he became a free agent.

MLB.com - The Mets signed Luis Torrens to a two-year, $15.5 million extension to keep him under team control through 2028.

MLB.com - The Subway Series is part of the MLB Rivalry Weekend, which debuted last year.

HOW:

MLB.com - The Yankees' victory was characterized by strong offensive contributions, including a significant performance from Ben Rice.

MLB.com - Clay Holmes has a 56.5% ground-ball rate, contributing to his ability to suppress opposing offenses.

MLB.com - Torrens has caught 37 runners stealing since the start of 2024, ranking 11th in the Majors.

MLB.com - Schlittler has allowed just two earned runs over his past 34 2/3 innings.

MLB.com - Holmes has suppressed opposing offenses, not allowing more than two earned runs in any of his eight starts this year.

(UPDATED May 16, 2026 17:18 UTC)

In a thrilling opening game of the Subway Series, the Yankees defeated the Mets with a score of five to two, showcasing strong offensive contributions, particularly from Ben Rice. Unfortunately, the Yankees' Clay Holmes suffered a fractured fibula during the game. Fans can look forward to the second game of the Subway Series, which is set to take place on Saturday at 7:15 p.m. ET.

(UPDATED May 16, 2026 05:52 UTC)

In a notable matchup, the Yankees and Mets are set to clash at 7:15 p.m. ET on Apple TV's "Friday Night Baseball." Cam Schlittler currently boasts an impressive 1.35 ERA, making him the top-ranked starting pitcher in the latest Power Rankings, while Clay Holmes follows closely with a 1.86 ERA, ranking third in the National League. Meanwhile, the Mets have secured Luis Torrens by extending his contract through 2028, recognizing his potential value as a starter in the free agent market.

(UPDATED May 16, 2026 04:10 UTC)

In a significant move, the Mets have extended Luis Torrens to keep him under team control through 2028, as he could have drawn interest as a starter if he hit free agency. Meanwhile, Cam Schlittler is making waves as the No. 2 starting pitcher in the latest Power Rankings, having allowed just two earned runs over his past 34 and two-thirds innings, making him a contender for the AL Cy Young award. Additionally, Clay Holmes, who served as the Yankees' closer from 2021 to 2024, has posted a 3.53 ERA over 165 and two-thirds innings in his first year with the Mets.

(UPDATED May 15, 2026 23:16 UTC)

In a significant move, Clay Holmes, who signed with the Mets as a free agent before last season, has successfully transitioned into a starting role and boasts an impressive 1.86 ERA, ranking third in the National League. Meanwhile, Luis Torrens is set to step in as the starting catcher while Francisco Alvarez is sidelined, and he recently secured a two-year, $15.5 million extension with the team, ensuring his presence through 2028. Notably, Torrens has also demonstrated his defensive prowess by catching 37 runners stealing since the start of 2024, placing him 11th in the Majors.

(UPDATED May 15, 2026 21:20 UTC)

Cam Schlittler is set to make his 24th MLB start against the Mets, boasting an impressive 0.81 WHIP and a .177 opponents’ batting average. Meanwhile, Clay Holmes, who has never faced the Yankees in his career, has a notable 56.5% ground-ball rate. In a recent move, the Mets signed Luis Torrens to a two-year, $15.5 million extension, ensuring he remains under team control through 2028, and he has caught 37 runners stealing since the start of 2024, ranking 11th in the Majors.

(UPDATED May 15, 2026 19:25 UTC)

A three-game Subway Series between the Yankees and Mets is set to begin at Citi Field, kicking off at 7:15 p.m. ET on Apple TV's "Friday Night Baseball." Cam Schlittler leads the American League with a remarkable 1.35 ERA, while Clay Holmes ranks third in the National League with a solid 1.86 ERA, both showcasing their impressive performances this season. Additionally, Luis Torrens has signed a two-year, $15.5 million extension with the Mets and has caught 37 runners stealing since the start of 2024, placing him 11th in the Majors.