The slashing attack happened on the stairs of the 125th Street station at around 11:20 p.m., and the suspect fled soon after.
Police say the suspect was wearing a brown sweat suit.
The 28-year-old victim suffered injuries to his chin and was taken to nearby hospital for treatment.
He is in stable condition.
No arrests have been made yet.
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