Game 65: Mets vs. Yankees @ Yankee Stadium

Riding a 1-9 streak, the Mets send Oliver Perez to the mound seeking a much-needed win.

The Good: Oliver Perez dominated again by pitching into the eighth inning without allowing a run. Jose Reyes added three hits (a monster home run to right off of the upper deck facade), three stolen bases, and a key defensive play early in the game (picking Perez's low throw). Carlos Gomez also contributed with two bunt singles, a stolen base, and a home run robbing web gem in left that resulted in a double play. David Wright also added another stolen base to run his uncaught streak to 15, no pun intended. Billy Wagner would close out the ninth inning with a 1-2-3 outing for his 15th save.

The Bad: Only scored two runs, but it was a well-played game.

Overall: It's good to get back in the win column and take the opener against the cross-town rivals. Now, with the Phillies and Braves on the Mets coattails, it's the perfect time to get on a hot streak.

Two Cents: That's three of four against the Yanks. One more and call it a season win. In tomorrow's battle, the Mets turn to Tom Glavine to get the job done against Tyler Clippard. Last time the Mets faced him, they made him look like Cy Young. Knowing when to be patient and aggressive is key at this point in the Mets fortunes.

Final Score: Mets 2, Yankees 0. Record: 37-28.