The New York Mets are riding a wave of momentum after completing their first series sweep of the season, taking down the Detroit Tigers in resilient fashion. Thursday brought a flurry of action and updates that have fans buzzing as the Subway Series looms.

Manager Carlos Mendoza delivered encouraging injury news on two key players: shortstop Francisco Lindor and catcher Francisco Alvarez are both progressing well, a welcome sign for a team that has weathered its share of bumps this season.

On the field, the bats came alive in a big way. The Mets launched five home runs, including a milestone moment as A.J. Ewing crushed his first career major league homer. Juan Soto, after shaking off an injury scare, snapped out of a recent offensive slump with a go-ahead RBI single and a solo shot of his own, reminding everyone why he's one of the game's most feared hitters.

On the mound, Nolan McLean delivered a gem, tossing seven strong innings in the comeback victory. His performance, alongside contributions from the "Baby Mets," offered a glimpse of what this team can be in 2026 and beyond. The Mets showed true grit throughout the series, battling back in all three games against the Tigers to secure the sweep.

In other news, Jorge Polanco received a platelet-rich plasma injection a month ago, while prospect Jonah Tong endured a rough outing in Triple-A, continuing his up-and-down season.

Now, all eyes turn to Queens as the Mets prepare to renew their storied Subway Series rivalry with the Yankees, starting Friday night at Citi Field. With five things to watch and predictions for Round 1, this weekend promises high stakes and electric atmosphere.