Rookie outfielder Carson Benge hit a walk-off RBI in the 10th inning to give the New York Mets a 7-6 win over the Yankees [1], [2].
The victory is significant as it grants the Mets a 2-1 lead in the Subway Series [3]. Benge has emerged as a clutch performer for the team, recording two walk-off hits in a five-day span [4].
The game took place May 17, 2026, at Citi Field in New York City [3], [5]. The Mets entered the final stages of the contest facing a four-run deficit before mounting a rally [6], [7].
Tyrone Taylor contributed to the comeback with a three-run home run in the ninth inning [3]. The game then pushed into extra innings, where Benge delivered the winning blow. Reports on the specific hit vary slightly, with one source describing the play as a chopper up the middle and another calling it a game-ending bouncer [1], [3].
Benge's performance marks a high point for the rookie's early career. The win ensures the Mets hold the advantage in the cross-town rivalry as the series continues.
This victory highlights the Mets' ability to recover from significant deficits in high-pressure environments. By securing two of three games in the series, the team establishes a psychological edge over the Yankees while showcasing the impact of their rookie talent [3].
“Carson Benge delivered his second walk-off hit of the week.”
Benge's rapid ascent into a high-leverage role suggests the Mets have found a reliable offensive spark in their rookie outfielder. Winning the Subway Series carries significant cultural and emotional weight in New York, and this 2-1 lead positions the Mets as the dominant team in the city's primary baseball rivalry for this stretch of the season.
