The Mets and Yankees enter the All-Star break with all of their goals intact.

The two teams are close to first place in their respective divisions — the Mets trail the Phillies by a half game and the Yankees are two back of the Blue Jays — despite dreadful June stretches.

Obviously, the two rosters will look different after the July 31 trade deadline. But to get to where they want to go, both the Mets and the Yankees will need better performances from some key players.

To get to where they want to go, both the Mets and the Yankees will need better performances from some key players.{ai:summary}<p>The Mets and Yankees are both in contention for their divisions as they head into the All-Star break, with the Mets just half a game behind the Phillies and the Yankees two games back of the Blue Jays. </p><p>Key player performances will be crucial for both teams as they approach the July 31 trade deadline and aim for postseason success. #sports</p>

The crucial contributors who need to shake off quiet first halves if the Mets and Yankees are to reach their goals

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