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Yankees and Mets’ Playoff Hopes Unravel as Pitching, Leadership Failures Deepen

High-stress breakdowns in pitching coupled with leadership missteps have left both clubs’ fragile playoff standing in peril.

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - MAY 13: Umpire Mark Wegner #14 and manager Aaron Boone #17 of the New York Yankees yell at each other during the ninth inning at T-Mobile Park on May 13, 2025 in Seattle, Washington.
Aug 10, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; New York Mets right fielder Juan Soto (22) draws a walk in the ninth inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images
SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA - JULY 29: Manager Carlos Mendoza #64 of the New York Mets looks on from the dugout during the fourth inning against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park on July 29, 2025 in San Diego, California.
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Overview

  • The Yankees dropped a 7-1 decision to the Astros at Yankee Stadium with Max Fried allowing four runs on eight hits over five innings.
  • Manager Aaron Boone was ejected for a fifth time this season after a heated strike-zone dispute that included a profane on-field admonition to umpire Derek Thomas.
  • The Mets extended their losing streak to seven games when Isaac Collins launched a walk-off homer following a blown 5-0 lead against the Brewers.
  • Closer Edwin Díaz admitted he shook off catcher Francisco Álvarez’s fastball call in favor of a slider that resulted in the game-ending home run.
  • Both New York clubs now cling to slim wild-card margins with pressing concerns over rotation depth, bullpen reliability and clubhouse leadership.