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The New York Mets defeated the New York Yankees 6–3 on May 16 at Citi Field, with the home team's pitching staff proving decisive despite modest offensive output. The Mets' pitchers struck out 14 Yankees batters while allowing just 9 hits and 2 earned runs, posting a 3.74 ERA for the game. New York's offense managed only 8 hits with a .639 OPS and drew 5 walks, yet still manufactured enough runs to secure the win—a contrast to the Yankees' 9 hits that yielded just 3 runs and a 2 RBI total. Both teams struggled at the plate, with the Mets striking out 11 times and the Yankees 14, underscoring a low-quality offensive affair that fell well short of the Vegas total line of 1. The Yankees' pitching allowed 5 earned runs across 8 hits, contributing significantly to the deficit. This matchup illustrated how dominant pitching and situational hitting can overcome anemic run production; the Mets' ability to convert limited opportunities proved the difference. The result leaves the Yankees needing to reassess their run-scoring efficiency in divisional play.