Yankees Snap 6-Game Skid, Beat Mets 6-4 to Avoid Subway Series Sweep

Sunday, July 6th, 2025

NEW YORK — The New York Yankees defeated the Mets 6-4 on Sunday, snapping a six-game losing streak and preventing a weekend Subway Series sweep. Aaron Judge hit his 33rd home run and left fielder Cody Bellinger made a crucial double play to contribute to the win.

Max Fried improved his record to 11-2, including a 9-1 mark in starts following Yankees losses. Judge helped build an early 5-0 lead for Fried with a two-run homer in the fifth inning off Brandon Waddell. Judge finished the day with three RBIs.

Defense played a significant role for the Yankees, who turned three double plays in consecutive innings. After Judge's sacrifice fly restored a two-run lead in the seventh, Juan Soto hit a sinking drive that Cody Bellinger scooped with a shoestring catch. Bellinger's throw to first baseman Paul Goldschmidt doubled up Francisco Lindor, who did not slide on the play.

This was the second double play in a three-inning span. Hayden Senger grounded into a double play with the bases loaded in the sixth. In the eighth, Paul Goldschmidt turned an unassisted double play, fielding Brett Baty's grounder, tagging Ronny Mauricio, and stepping on first base.

Austin Wells homered in the third inning off Zach Pop, who was making his Mets debut and took the loss (0-1). Francisco Lindor hit a two-run single in the fifth inning off Max Fried.

Devin Williams pitched a perfect ninth inning to earn his 12th save in 13 opportunities. The game ended when Lindor struck out with Juan Soto on deck.

The win halted the Yankees' six-game skid, which had matched their longest losing streak and contributed to them falling from the AL East lead after losing 16 of their previous 22 games. The loss ended the Mets' four-game winning streak.

Mets manager Carlos Mendoza was ejected by plate umpire John Bacon at the start of the ninth inning after disagreeing with called strikes to Luis Torrens. This was Mendoza's second ejection this season, both within nine days.

Notable Statistics

Aaron Judge's two-run homer was his 33rd of the season. His first-pitch homer was his 11th of the year, equaling a career high.

Max Fried improved to 11-2 for the season.

Cody Bellinger's shoestring catch on Juan Soto's hit had a 30% possibility, followed by an 89.9 mph throw for the double play.

Devin Williams earned his 12th save in 13 chances.

Up Next

The Yankees host Seattle on Tuesday. Rookie Will Warren (5-4, 5.02 ERA) is scheduled to pitch against Mariners right-hander Logan Gilbert (2-2, 3.40).

The Mets travel to Baltimore on Tuesday. Clay Holmes (8-4, 2.99 ERA) is expected to pitch for the Mets against Orioles rookie Brandon Young (0-3, 7.02 ERA).

In summary

The New York Yankees defeated the New York Mets 6-4 on Sunday, July 6, 2025, ending their six-game losing streak and avoiding a Subway Series sweep. Aaron Judge hit his 33rd home run and drove in three runs. Max Fried earned the win, improving his record to 11-2. Defensive highlights included a crucial double play initiated by Cody Bellinger in the seventh inning. The Mets' four-game winning streak was snapped. Devin Williams recorded his 12th save for the Yankees, and Mets manager Carlos Mendoza was ejected late in the game.

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