Photo courtesy of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey
It’s a big weekend for New York baseball fans. The first Subway Series kicks off on Friday, with the Yankees and Mets facing off for the first time this season, part of Major League Baseball’s inaugural “Rivalry Weekend.” With both teams currently taking the top spot in their division, and Juan Soto returning to the Bronx for the first time since signing with the crosstown foe for $765 million, the games promise to be can’t-miss television. To revel in the rivalry, the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey will broadcast all three games on giant screens (with sound) at the North Oculus Plaza on the World Trade Center campus.
The games take place on Friday, May 16 at 7:05 p.m., Saturday, May 17 at 1:05 p.m., and Sunday, May 18 at 7:10 p.m. The viewing area will open roughly two hours before first pitch.
In partnership with MLB, YES Network, SNY, and ESPN, the event will offer food and beverages for purchase from the Oculus beer garden and the Westfield World Trade Center restaurants. On Friday night, some Smorgasburg vendors will remain open throughout the game.
According to MLB, there will be lawn games, like cornhole and Connect Four, a DJ, and several giveaways, including Aaron Judge and Francisco Lindor t-shirts, rally towels, ticket vouchers, and more. Fans will also be able to snap a selfie with a World Series trophy. Mr. and Mrs. Met are rumored to make an appearance.
The watch parties are outdoors, and weather permitting. RSVPs are not required but recommended.
For those staying home, MLB is making all 15 matchups free to watch on MLB.TV without a subscription for the inaugural rivalry weekend.
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