His MLB-leading 48th homer came when he launched a 453-foot drive into the stands to help the Yankees win the two-game series against their city rivals with another 4-2 win.
The two home runs in as many days came after a nine-game drought for Judge, who is now back on track to surpass Roger Maris’ historic AL record of 61 home runs in a single season, which was set aside in 1961.
The Yankees currently lead the AL East by eight games and have now recorded three straight wins for the second time since the All-Star break.
“I think the swagger has always been there,” Judge told reporters after the game.
“I think it just needed a little reminder of who we are and what kind of baseball we play. We got it back.”
While Judge maintained his impressive form against the Mets, it was another big night for Andrew Benintendi, scoring in the seventh game to make it 3-2.
Rookie right fielder Oswaldo Cabrera also made some key contributions as the Bronx Bombers held out in front of a boisterous home crowd at Yankee Stadium.
“The environment felt so alive and electric, even by Subway Series standards,” Yankees manager Aaron Boone told reporters after the game.
The Yankees now fly to California to face the Oakland Athletics in their next regular-season game, with all eyes on Judge as he continues his bid to make history.