NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JUNE 26: President of Baseball Operations David Stearns of the New York Mets listens to a question from the media prior to a game against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citi Field on June 26, 2026 in New York City. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images)
Coming off a three-game sweep over the Miami Marlins at loanDepot Park in Miami, the New York Mets are scheduled to begin a three-game series against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium at 7:05 p.m. EDT on Friday after an off day Thursday.
Before the Subway Series, the Mets announced the release of two players from the organization.
New York Mets Release 2 Players Before Yankees Series
GettyCHICAGO, ILLINOIS – APRIL 17: President of Baseball Operations David Stearns of the New York Mets looks on during batting practice prior to the game against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on April 17, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)
The Mets signed Carrillo to a minor-league deal on July 16, 2024.
Carrillo, 21, is from Palo Negro, Venezuela.
GettyLOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – APRIL 13: A Mets players glove and hat on the dugout bench during a game against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium on April 13, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images)
Carrillo never made it past rookie ball. He spent all three of his seasons with the Mets organization playing in the Dominican Summer League.
During his time in the DSL, Carrillo posted a 3.71 ERA with a 1.60 WHIP and 74 strikeouts over 63 innings. This year, he recorded a 2.49 ERA with a 1.43 WHIP and 33 strikeouts over 21 1/3 innings.
GettyWASHINGTON, DC – APRIL 10: A New York Mets cap and glove in the dug out during a baseball game against the Washington Nationals at the Nationals Park on April 10, 2022 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)
Garcia signed a minor-league deal with New York on Jan. 15, 2025.
Garcia, 18, is from Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic.
GettyWASHINGTON, DC – APRIL 10: A New York Mets cap and glove in the dug out during a baseball game against the Washington Nationals at the Nationals Park on April 10, 2022 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)
Garcia spent his two seasons with the Mets organization playing in the Dominican Summer League.
The shortstop slashed 1.54/.337/.223 with 57 strikeouts over 58 games before being released.
New York Mets Right Now
GettyMIAMI, FLORIDA – SEPTEMBER 08: Francisco Lindor #12 of the New York Mets laughs with Marcus Semien #10 of the New York Mets following a game against the Miami Marlins at loanDepot park on September 08, 2026 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)
The Mets have won seven of their last 10 games. Before sweeping Miami, New York won two of three games against the San Francisco Giants.
With a 68-78 record, the Mets are eliminated from winning the National League East. They are 17 games behind the first-place Atlanta Braves in the division standings.
GettyMIAMI, FLORIDA – SEPTEMBER 08: Juan Soto #22 of the New York Mets high fives Francisco Lindor #12 of the New York Mets after hitting a three run home run against the Miami Marlins during the second inning at loanDepot park on September 08, 2026 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)
In the Wild Card standings, New York is 10 games behind the San Diego Padres for the final spot.
Game 1 of the Mets-Yankees series on Friday night will be broadcast on WPIX and the YES Network. Nolan McLean is slated to start the game for the Mets.
Jackson Kruse Jackson Kruse covers Major League Baseball for Heavy Sports. He is also the site expert for FanSided's Minnesota Twins site, Puckett's Pond, and writes for Nolan Writin', FanSided's Texas Rangers site. Jackson earned a Bachelor of Science in Electronic Media from Texas State University's School of Journalism and Mass Communication. Before joining Heavy Sports and FanSided, he served as sports editor of The University Star, Texas State University's student-run newspaper. More about Jackson Kruse
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The New York Mets announced the release of two players before their upcoming series against the New York Yankees.
New York Mets Announce Release of 2 Players Before Yankees Series