Braves 14 - Mets 3 (7/4/2026): White's Grand Slam Ignites Offense

The Atlanta Braves showcased their power with an emphatic 14-3 victory over the New York Mets at Truist Park. The win bolstered the Braves' record to 51-35, further cementing their position at the top of the NL East. Meanwhile, the Mets dropped to 36-52, remaining in the division's basement.

Braves Dominate at Home

Under the scorching 100-degree heat, the Braves' offense heated up with 13 hits, leaving the Mets' pitching staff reeling. Chris Sale delivered a solid performance from the mound, going five innings and allowing three runs on seven hits. His efforts improved his record to 8-6 with an impressive ERA of 2.10.

On the flip side, Mets' starter Sean Manaea struggled, giving up six runs on six hits over five innings, raising his ERA to 4.71. The Braves were relentless, with multiple players going deep, including Mike Yastrzemski and Mauricio Dubón, who each hit a home run.

Offensive Fireworks

Atlanta’s offensive explosion was marked by five home runs throughout the game, capitalizing on every opportunity. Eli White shone brightly with a four-RBI performance, including a home run, while Matt Olson and Austin Riley added to the score with key contributions.

In the third inning, the Braves put the game largely out of reach, racking up four runs and setting the tone for their offensive prowess. The Braves added insurance runs in the sixth, seventh, and eighth innings, showcasing their depth and consistency.

Michael Harris II also stood out, going 3-for-5 with two RBIs and a homer, lifting his batting average to .296. This all-around team effort emphasized the Braves’ powerful lineup, which has become a staple of their success this season.

Mets Struggle to Keep Pace

The Mets managed to put three runs on the board, with a two-run homer from Mark Vientos in the sixth providing a brief glimmer of hope. Taylor added a solo shot, accounting for all three of the Mets' runs.

Despite collecting 10 hits, the Mets were unable to string together timely hits against the Braves’ pitching staff. Atlanta’s bullpen, highlighted by Dylan Lee and Jared Ritchie, shut the door effectively in the later innings, allowing no runs over four combined innings.

The loss added to the Mets’ road woes, as they now have a 17-28 record away from Citi Field. Interim manager Andy Green has his work cut out for him as the team continues to struggle within their division.

With their next two games scheduled at Truist Park against the Braves, the Mets will need to regroup quickly. As they continue their series in Atlanta, they'll look to flip the script and gain some momentum before returning home to face the Kansas City Royals.

Meanwhile, the Braves will aim to keep their foot on the gas as they look to widen their lead in the NL East. Their upcoming games against the Mets will provide another opportunity to assert their dominance and build on their impressive home record.