This article was originally published on www.si.com/mlb/yankees as Yankees Linked to Wild Mets Trade. The New York Yankees have lost their lead on the AL East and are fighting for a way back before the MLB trade deadline at the end of the month: even if that means making deals that might have some fans scratching their heads.

After tearing up Triple-A pitching for a few weeks, catcher Francisco Alvarez was recalled Monday by the New York Mets and immediately reinserted into the starting lineup.

The New York Yankees are bringing back the traditional Old-Timers’ Day format in 2025. And the alumni game will include the greatest closer of all time, Mariano Rivera, and the best starting pitcher in MLB history to not make the Hall of Fame, Roger Clemens.

As one of the more recognizable and historic franchises throughout all of sports, the New York Yankees have no shortage of high-profile supporters. Surprisingl

The Yankees’ decision to include Clemens is slightly surprising, even after he briefly spent time with the team at spring training. Clemens failed to make the Hall of Fame largely because of his ties to performance-enhancing drugs, though it’s worth noting the league never punished him for any positive drug tests.

“Guardians are listening on relievers, including stars Cade Smith and Emmanuel Clasé,” New York Post MLB insider Jon Heyman reported on Saturday. “Prices are understandably high. They are seen as not too likely to trade either top pen guy, and with MLB’s easiest closing schedule, they aren’t even a certain seller.”

John Oliver was asked why he picked the New York Mets over the New York Yankees when he first moved to America. He didn't mince words.