In a subway series game, both the New York Mets and the New York Yankees were in sole possession of first place, a rare occurrence since interleague play began in 1997. The game featured multiple home runs, with the Mets ultimately winning 6-3. Notable plays included a crucial double steal by the Yankees, an outstanding defensive play by the Mets, and a four-out save by the Mets' closer, Diaz.
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1. This is the first time both teams are in sole possession of first place since interleague play began in 1997.
2. Aaron Judge hit his 38th home run to give the Yankees a 1-0 lead.
3. Anthony Rizzo hit a home run, making it back-to-back home runs for the Yankees, leading 2-0.
4. Starling Marte hit his 10th home run of the year, bringing the Mets back within one at 2-1.
5. Francisco Lindor hit a double to tie the game at 2-2.
6. Eduardo Escobar hit a two-run homer to put the Mets ahead 4-2.
7. The Mets extended their lead to 5-2 after a run-scoring play.
8. The Yankees scored a run to make it 5-3.
9. A double steal attempt by the Yankees failed when Rizzo was tagged out.
10. Jeff McNeil drove in a run for the Mets, extending their lead to 6-3.
11. The Mets secured the victory in the opener of the subway series.
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