But, to the Yankees faithful, to the Bleacher Creatures, and even to some within the organization, facing down Soto and the New York Mets Sunday night, making his first Subway Series start will be Fried’s first big “true Yankee” moment. He will take the mound with the series tied 1-1.

Francisco Lindor drove a sacrifice fly to centerfield with one out in the ninth inning to score pinch runner Luisangel Acuna for the winning run in a 3-2 victory. Mets closer Edwin Diaz retired the side in order in the bottom of the ninth for his 10th save, striking out Aaron Judge for the final out.