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New Yorkers love a good turf war, and this weekend, MLB is teeing up the city’s ultimate grudge match—Mets vs. Yankees—without the usual cable hoops. As part of its new Rivalry Weekend initiative, Major League Baseball is streaming every game, including the entire Subway Series, completely free on MLB.TV from Friday, May 16 through Sunday, May 18.
No blackout zones. No credit cards. Just log in, and you’re set.
The big buzz, of course, is Juan Soto’s dramatic return to Yankee Stadium—this time wearing Mets orange and blue. The Bronx faithful may have mixed feelings, but there’s no doubt this will inject some extra electricity into an already spicy showdown. Pair that with Aaron Judge on the other side and you’ve got must-watch baseball at its finest.
This is MLB’s first shot at Rivalry Weekend, and it’s shaping up like a midseason playoff warm-up. All 15 rivalry games—Dodgers vs. Angels, Cubs vs. White Sox, Cardinals vs. Royals and of course, Mets vs. Yankees—will be available to stream for free. The catch? There isn’t one. Fans just need to create a free MLB.TV account and start watching.
For those who’d rather yell at a screen in public, a couple of fan-forward viewing parties are also happening in the city. At the World Trade Center’s North Oculus Plaza, all three games will be shown outdoors with a massive screen, seating, drinks from the Oculus Beer Garden, and fan activations throughout the weekend. Over at Stout on 39th Street, The Michael Kay Show will go live Friday afternoon with special guests and giveaways, no ticket required.
The Mets and Yankees are sitting at the top of their divisions this week, adding a little more sizzle to an already fiery series. But standings aside, the Subway Series has a long track record of drama, chaos and unforgettable moments, from Clemens throwing bats to Piazza’s revenge, to Castillo’s infamous dropped popup. This weekend could be another one to add to the highlight reel—and for once, it won’t cost a thing.