The Subway Series is back again. The Yankees took the first game of the series, 6-2, on Friday, while Paul Goldschmidt delivering a strong performance by going 2-for-4 with two RBIs and a run scored in his rivalry debut against the Mets at Yankee Stadium.

The first game of the annual regular season event coincides with a crucial Friday night Knicks playoff game against the Celtics.

Juan Soto had a quiet night with three walks, a groundout and a flyout in his return to the Bronx, Carlos Rodón won his fourth straight decision and the New York Yankees beat the Mets 6-2 in the first of six Subway Series games this season.