Mets survive Carson Benge's brutal error against Yankees in Subway Series
The New York Mets defeated the New York Yankees 6-3 in a Subway Series matchup on May 16, 2026, despite a critical error by right fielder Carson Benge. Benge's misplay allowed Aaron Judge to score from second base, cutting the Yankees' deficit to two runs in the seventh inning. Relievers Brooks Raley and Luke Weaver contained the threat, with Weaver escaping a bases-loaded jam to secure the win.
- ▪Carson Benge committed a crucial error in the seventh inning when a fly ball off Cody Bellinger's bat deflected off his glove, allowing Aaron Judge to score from second.
- ▪Luke Weaver entered with the bases loaded and shut down the Yankees' rally, preserving the Mets' lead in a high-pressure situation.
- ▪Benge rebounded offensively, going 3-for-4 with a double and two runs scored, while Mark Vientos contributed three RBIs in the Mets' 6-3 victory.
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New York Yankees Mets survive Carson Benge's brutal error against Yankees in Subway Series Aaron Judge scored from second on the misplay but reliever Luke Weaver shut the door on a bases-loaded threat By Ryan Gaydos Fox News Published May 17, 2026 8:09am EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Fox News Flash top sports headlines for May 17 Fox News Flash top sports headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on FoxNews.com. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! New York Mets right fielder Carson Benge had a brutal error against the New York Yankees on Saturday night.
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