Sep 11, 2026 5:11 PM

The New York Yankees have revealed the starting pitching plan for their series with the New York Mets.

The New York Yankees are set to open the Subway Series against the New York Mets this weekend.

This will be a three-game matchup at Yankee Stadium, giving each side a chance to make a statement. The Yankees come in fresh off a three-game sweep of the Colorado Rockies, holding a record of 84-62 for the year.

The Yankees have gone 7-3 over their last 10 games overall, with the team starting to click. Star Aaron Judge returned against the Rockies, giving this offense a boost before the postseason.

The American League East is still within grasp, with the Yankees just three games back of the Tampa Bay Rays. This series with the Mets could be huge, offering them a chance to stack some wins.

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For the Mets, they come in outside the playoff picture, having the chance to play spoiler. The Mets have been disappointing this year, owning a record of 68-78 for the season.

Yankees vs Mets Probable Pitchers

Friday, September 11: LHP Carlos Rodón vs RHP Nolan McLean

Rodón will open the series for the Yankees, putting his 3.09 ERA over 13 starts on the line. The left-hander has been very good for the Yankees this year, giving them a boost in the rotation.

In his last start, Rodón went five innings, allowing one run on two hits, while striking out seven against the San Diego Padres.

The Mets ace, McLean, will face the Yankees in this one. McLean has been very good this season, recording a 3.06 ERA in 28 starts.

Saturday, September 12: RHP Gerrit Cole vs LHP Zac Thornton

Cole takes the mound in the second game, looking to bounce back from his last outing. The right-hander allowed three straight home runs to lead off the game against the San Diego Padres.

But overall, Cole has been good this season for the Yankees, posting a 3.41 ERA over 19 starts.

Thornton will go opposite of Cole, and he has a 3.53 ERA over 12 starts this season.

Sunday, September 13: RHP Cam Schlittler vs RHP Christian Scott

Schlittler takes the ball in the finale, looking to keep his impressive season going. The right-hander has been dominant this year, sporting a 2.01 ERA in 30 starts.

Scott has pitched well for the Mets, registering a 3.81 ERA this season.

How to Watch Yankees vs Mets

Friday's opener will take place at 4:05 p.m. PT/7:05 p.m. ET at Yankee Stadium. The game will be broadcast on WPIX, YES, and in the MLB app.

Friday's opener will take place at 10:35 a.m. PT/1:35 p.m. ET at Yankee Stadium. The game will be broadcast on YES, SNY, MLB Network, and in the MLB app.

Friday's opener will take place at 10:35 a.m. PT/1:35 p.m. ET at Yankee Stadium. The game will be broadcast on YES, SNY, and in the MLB app.

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