The New York Yankees defeated the New York Mets 6-4 at Yankee Stadium on Friday, September 11, 2026, behind a strong start from Carlos Rodón and a multi-hit night from four Yankees batters. Rodón struck out eight, allowed just one earned run over 6.1 innings, and picked up the win. Cody Bellinger supplied the biggest offensive punch with a home run and three RBI, while Ben Rice went 3-for-4 with a solo shot. The Yankees needed every run as the bullpen allowed three earned runs after Rodón departed, but David Bednar closed it out for the save.

Carlos Rodón Controls the Subway Series Matchup

Rodón was the story for most of the night. Working 6.1 innings, he held the Mets to three hits and one walk while striking out eight. He surrendered just one earned run, keeping New York's offense — which had built a comfortable cushion early — very much in the driver's seat. Mets starter Nolan McLean did not fare as well. He lasted just five innings, giving up ten hits and five earned runs while striking out five. McLean takes the loss.

Bellinger and Rice Power the Yankees Offense

Bellinger was the offensive standout. He went 2-for-4 with a home run and drove in three runs, providing the kind of production the Yankees needed against a Mets bullpen that eventually steadied things. Ben Rice matched Bellinger's energy with a 3-for-4 performance that included a home run and one RBI. Luis García Jr. added three hits in four at-bats, and Spencer Jones contributed two hits and an RBI. Jack Weisenburger came on in relief for the Mets and held the Yankees to one earned run over three innings, limiting further damage after McLean exited.

Turning Point: Yankees Pile Up Hits Early Against McLean

The turning point came against McLean. Ten hits in five innings is simply too much to overcome, and the Yankees took full advantage, posting five earned runs that gave Rodón plenty of breathing room. By the time McLean was pulled, the Mets faced too steep a hill to climb. A.J. Ewing did his best to keep the Mets alive — going 2-for-4 with a home run and two RBI — but New York's lead held.

Bullpen Wobbles But Bednar Slams the Door

The Yankees bullpen made things interesting after Rodón exited. Paul Blackburn threw one-third of an inning, allowing a hit and two walks without giving up a run. Brent Headrick then allowed one earned run on one hit and two walks over two-thirds of an inning. Bednar inherited a tight situation and worked 1.2 innings, allowing two hits and one earned run but striking out one and getting the final outs to secure the 6-4 final. Bednar earns the save.

Key Performers at a Glance

  • Carlos Rodón: 6.1 IP, 3 H, 1 ER, 1 BB, 8 K (W)
  • Cody Bellinger: 2-for-4, HR, 3 RBI
  • Ben Rice: 3-for-4, HR, 1 RBI
  • Luis García Jr.: 3-for-4
  • Spencer Jones: 2-for-4, 1 RBI
  • David Bednar: 1.2 IP, 2 H, 1 ER, 1 K (SV)
  • A.J. Ewing (NYM): 2-for-4, HR, 2 RBI

What's Next for the Yankees

The Yankees remain at Yankee Stadium and will continue their series against the Mets. Friday's result gives New York a win in what figures to be a competitive weekend matchup. If Rodón's performance and the offense's ability to generate ten hits against McLean carry any momentum into the next game, the Yankees will be in good shape heading into the weekend.