Mets outfielder Tyrone Taylor reacts after hitting a game-tying, three-run home run in the ninth inning against the Yankees on May 17, 2026.

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Tyrone Taylor’s dramatic homer rallies Mets in 10-inning win to take Subway Series from Yankees

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The Mets rallied in dramatic fashion to defeat the Yankees 7-6 in 10 innings at Citi Field, taking the first Subway Series of the season. Tyrone Taylor delivered a three-run homer in the bottom of the ninth to force extra frames, then Carson Benge drove in the go-ahead run with a fielder’s choice in the 10th after the Mets had runners on first and third with one out. The Yankees’ reliever Tim Hill allowed the decisive play, and Marcus Semien scored on Benge’s hit. The Mets improved from a poor start to secure the win in extras.

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Mets outfielder Tyrone Taylor reacts after hitting a game-tying, three-run home run in the ninth inning against the Yankees on May 17, 2026.
New York Post
New York Post
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5/17/2026

Tyrone Taylor’s dramatic homer rallies Mets in 10-inning win to take Subway Series from Yankees

The Mets, on life support after a horrendous start to their season and with a roster filled with injured players, sure appeared to be on their way to another series loss, this time to the Yankees in the Subway Series. Instead, they came away with a stunning win. Join Post Sports+ for exciting subscriber-only features.

New York Mets right fielder Carson Benge celebrating with teammates after he scores the game-winning run.
New York Post
New York Post
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5/18/2026

Mets need big Subway Series wins to become more than just a moment

Mets backup outfielder Tyrone Taylor wore a wide smile and carried the symbolic gold-encrusted championship belt out of the clubhouse after turning boos into cheers and happy chants at Citi Field. Taylor changed a huge game with one big, beautiful swing to help beat the crosstown rival Yankees . And for once, all felt.

Yankees infielders collide, allowing Mets to score game-winning run in dramatic comeback
Fox News
Fox News
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5/18/2026

Yankees infielders collide, allowing Mets to score game-winning run in dramatic comeback

Fox News Flash top sports headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on FoxNews.com. The New York Mets took the first Subway Series of the season over the New York Yankees in dramatic fashion on Sunday afternoon. The Mets had runners on first and third in the bottom of the 10th inning with one out and rookie Carson.