Mets Host Red Sox in Three‑Game Series

Game Night Set for Citi Field

The Mets welcome the Red Sox Friday at Citi Field, with the first pitch slated for 7:50 p.m. The start has been pushed back half an hour from the original 7:15 p.m. kickoff because of a travel hiccup that delayed Boston’s afternoon flight earlier in the day.

Both clubs enter the matchup on different streaks. The Mets have been buzzing at the plate, while the Red Sox are looking to recover after the schedule shuffle. Fans can catch the action through Apple TV+’s “Friday Night Baseball,” provided they have a subscription to the service.

Key Performers Feeding Momentum

Carson Benge has been a consistent threat, reaching base in 20 of his last 21 games and delivering multi‑hit nights in each of the past four contests. Over that stretch he’s hitting .322/.385/.517 with four homers, three doubles and a triple in 96 plate appearances. A.J. Ewing is equally hot, posting a .310/.389/.583 line (.973 OPS) with six home runs, five doubles, 14 runs and 17 RBIs in 95 plate appearances across his last 24 games.

Juan Soto continues to dominate the National League, leading the circuit in on‑base percentage (.414), slugging (.579) and OPS+ (175). His presence reshapes the Mets’ offensive equation. Meanwhile, Luke Weaver has been rock solid, allowing zero earned runs since April 30 and holding opponents to just 11 hits while walking seven and striking out three over 26 innings in 24 appearances.

Lineup Insights and Strategic Moves

The Mets’ll field a lineup anchored by Soto in left field, with Carson Benge manning right field and A.J. Ewing floating in center. Francisco Alvarez catches, while Jared Young and Brett Baty provide infield depth at first and third respectively. Boston counters with a mix of power arms and speed, including Masataka Yoshida at DH and Ceddanne Rafaela in center, alongside Anthony Seigler at second.

These two lineups each boast a blend of experience and youth, giving the game narrative intrigue beyond the immediate stats. The pitching match‑up pits Sonny Gray against Nolan McLean, both starters vying to set the tone early.

Streaming the Game

Fans without cable can tune in via Apple TV+’s MLB “Friday Night Baseball” package. An active Apple TV+ subscription unlocks the stream on computers, tablets or the dedicated Apple TV app. The service’s integration with MLB ensures a smooth viewing experience for fans looking to catch every pitch from Citi Field.