Efficient Johan lifts Mets over Yanks

 
Despite surrendering three homers in his introduction to the Subway Series, Johan Santana allowed the Yankees little else on Saturday, lasting 7 2/3 innings in the Mets' 7-4 win. Jose Reyes and David Wright hit late homers to add insurance. [link]

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