Even Joe Girardi said Thursday that it's "kind of strange" for the Yankees and Mets to be playing the Subway Series this early in the season.
The Mets visit Yankee Stadium Friday night with the best record in baseball (13-3) and an 11-game winning streak. The Yankees (9-7) have a three-game winning streak after a 7-3 road trip. "They're as hot as can be, so it should be great . . . a great atmosphere," Girardi said.
Here are five story lines to watch for this weekend's series. The teams will meet again Sept 18-20 at Citi Field.