The New York Yankees learned the harsh reality of who Rico Garcia is the hard way. The New York Mets already seemed to come to the same conclusion early on.

David Wright believes Juan Soto's decision to leave the Yankees for the New York Mets could redefine the future of baseball in the Big Apple.

Aaron Judge hit his 33rd home run, left fielder Cody Bellinger started a pivotal double play and the Yankees​ beat the Mets​ 6-4 on Sunday.

The New York Mets are set to retire the No. 5 number of David Wright against the Cincinnati Reds on July 19 at Citi Field. The team's former captain remains a fan favorite to this day. Now "Captain America" will be enshrined forever as no one will wear his number again.

New York Mets star Francisco Lindor had a poignant response to an interesting question from Yankees legend Derek Jeter.

BOTTOM LINE: The New York Yankees will look to end their five-game road skid in a matchup with the New York Mets. New York has a 32-13 record at home and a 51-38 record overall. The Mets have a 24-8 record in games when they hit two or more home runs.

Wright was a seven-time All-Star and two-time Gold Glove winner with the Mets, playing all of his 14 MLB seasons in Queens.

Aaron Judge, star of the New York Yankees, has been named the best athlete in New York by the editorial team of SNY, Sports Net New York, beating out figures such as Jalen Brunson