Mets and Yankees Clash in Pivotal Subway Series

After sweeping the Detroit Tigers this week, the Mets are looking to turn things around. The team has been led by an injection of youth from this year's version of the "Baby Mets." Carson Benge, Nolan McLean, and the recently called-up A.J. Ewing have reignited the team and fanbase. The Mets find themselves in last place in the NL East Division, but a crucial series victory over their cross-town rivals would go a long way in building some momentum.

The Yankees, on the other hand, cruised through the first couple of months but have recently hit some rough waters. The Bronx Bombers have dropped six of their last eight games, including a discouraging three-game sweep to the Milwaukee Brewers. To make matters worse, left-handed starter Max Fried left Wednesday's game with posterior soreness in his left elbow. While this area of the arm isn't indicative of UCL damage, a stint on the IL hasn't been ruled out.

This weekend's Subway Series sees two New York trains heading in opposite directions. The Mets have underperformed greatly, especially considering the talent on their roster. The Yankees have perhaps overperformed this year and are running into injuries and some uncharacteristic offensive struggles. Both teams need a series victory to get back on track.

The Subway Series begins Friday night at Citi Field with Cam Schlittler facing former Yankees closer Clay Holmes.