The New York Mets were defeated 4-0 in the concluding match of their three-game series against the Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday at their home field. Their upcoming series will take place away from home, but they’ll remain in New York.

The Mets, holding a 28-16 record, are set to face the New York Yankees on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Last season, the Yankees had Clay Holmes and Juan Soto on their roster. Although the two teams clashed during spring training, these will be their initial competitive encounters of the year.

Holmes, with a 5-2 record and a 3.14 ERA, suffered the loss on Wednesday, allowing four runs on seven hits over six innings. Standing at 6-foot-5 and weighing 245 pounds, he shared his thoughts with SNY about returning to Yankee Stadium after the game against the Pirates, who have a 15-29 record.

“It’s going to be my first time on the visitor’s side. I’m excited about it,” Holmes expressed. “I still know a couple of guys over there. It should be enjoyable to return as a visitor and hopefully secure some wins. The atmosphere is expected to be fantastic.” He added, “The Subway Series games are always thrilling, and I don’t anticipate this one being any different.”

Holmes was part of the Yankees’ roster from 2021 to 2024, serving as their closer from 2022 to 2024. He successfully converted 20 of 25 save chances in ’22, 24 of 27 in ’23, but only 30 of 43 last season, leading MLB with 13 blown saves. During the offseason, the Mets signed Holmes to a three-year, $38 million deal, transitioning him into a starting pitcher. At 32 years old, his nine starts this season already mark a personal record.

The New York Mets were defeated 4-0 in the concluding match of their three-game series against the Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday at their home field. Their upcoming series will take place away from home, but they’ll remain in New York. The Mets, holding a 28-16 record, are set to face the New York Yankees on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Last season, the Yankees had Clay Holmes and Juan Soto on their roster. Although the two teams clashed during spring training, these will be their initial competitive encounters of the year.

Holmes, with a 5-2 record and a 3.14 ERA, suffered the loss on Wednesday, allowing four runs on seven hits over six innings. Standing at 6-foot-5 and weighing 245 pounds, he shared his thoughts with SNY about returning to Yankee Stadium after the game against the Pirates, who have a 15-29 record. “It’s going to be my first time on the visitor’s side. I’m excited about it,” Holmes expressed. “I still know a couple of guys over there. It should be enjoyable to return as a visitor and hopefully secure some wins.

The atmosphere is expected to be fantastic.” He added, “The Subway Series games are always thrilling, and I don’t anticipate this one being any different.” Holmes was part of the Yankees’ roster from 2021 to 2024, serving as their closer from 2022 to 2024. He successfully converted 20 of 25 save chances in ’22, 24 of 27 in ’23, but only 30 of 43 last season, leading MLB with 13 blown saves. During the offseason, the Mets signed Holmes to a three-year, $38 million deal, transitioning him into a starting pitcher. At 32 years old, his nine starts this season already mark a personal record.