New York Mets utility man Jeff McNeil is never going to lead the league in exit velocity or home runs. He may never contend for another batting title, either. Instead, in his age-33 season, McNeil is redefining himself and saving his career.

Jeff McNeil Sends Message After Mets' Win Over Yankees originally appeared on Athlon Sports. On a day defined by fireworks—both in the sky and at the plate—Jeff McNeil delivered a two-way performance that ignited the New York Mets to a thrilling 6-5 win over the New York Yankees at Citi Field.

With 13 pitchers on the injured list, the Mets gave 28-year-old right-hander Justin Hagenman his first major league start. Jasson Domínguez went deep leading off, ending a 32-game homerless streak, and Aaron Judge followed with his 32nd home run. Hagenman retired his next nine batters.