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The New York Mets were 45-62, 5th in the NL East. Yesterday, the New York Mets blew out the Atlanta Braves 14-3 at Citi Field.

Mets Daily Vibe Check
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last night's win

The indicators are generally positive. A W by 11 last night. The most recent result always counts most. On top of that, +11 run differential. That margin shows up in the score.

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Mets Game on July 28

Opponent:Atlanta Braves (62-44)
Location:Citi Field
First Pitch:07:10 PM EDT
Pitching Matchup:Christian Scott (3-2, 3.13 ERA) vs Chris Sale (11-6, 2.19 ERA)
TV Broadcast:SNY, BravesVision, Gray TV
Forecast:☀️ Clear sky, 72°F, Wind 5 mph

Mets Score & Recap

Yesterday, the New York Mets blew out the Atlanta Braves 14-3 at Citi Field.

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Highlights

Mets Record & Standings

NL East

TeamL10WLPCTGBSTRK
Braves
6244.585 L1
Phillies
5750.5335.5 L1
Nationals
5453.5058.5 L1
Marlins
5354.4959.5 W1
Mets
4562.42117.5 W2

New York Mets are 3-4 in their last 7 games, with a +11 run differential.

Mets Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

PlayerHRAVGOPSRBI
19
Bo Bichette
 10.261.68053
3
Carson Benge
 11.258.71240
4
Francisco Alvarez
 12.262.79126

Pitching Leaders

PitcherW-LERAWHIPIP
30
Luke Weaver
 2-11.930.8342.0
25
Brooks Raley
 4-52.091.1438.2
45
Christian Scott
 3-23.131.2663.1

Hot Hitters

PlayerStreak
19
Bo Bichette
 7 hits, 2 RBI, .5 AVG in last 3 games
4
Francisco Alvarez
 3 hits, 1 HR, 1 RBI, .429 AVG in last 3 games
12
Francisco Lindor
 4 hits, 2 HR, 7 RBI, .308 AVG in last 3 games
10
Marcus Semien
 4 hits, 2 HR, 5 RBI, .444 AVG in last 3 games
28
Tyrone Taylor
 5 hits, 2 HR, 8 RBI, .556 AVG in last 3 games

Hot Pitchers

PitcherStreak
26
Nolan McLean
 6.0 IP, 10 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start
54
Daniel Duarte
 5.1 scoreless IP, 6 K in 3 recent games
52
Cionel Pérez
 3.2 scoreless IP, 6 K in 3 recent games

Mets News

The New York Mets put on a display of offensive firepower, demolishing the Atlanta Braves 14-3 at Citi Field, fueled by a three-hit, six-RBI performance from Francisco Lindor. This victory marks a significant turnaround after struggling against the Dodgers, and it showcases the potential of rookie Zac Thornton, who continues to impress with a 1.93 ERA this season. The bats came alive, pounding out 19 hits, and even Luis Robert Jr. joined the fun with a scorching 111.7 mph single. As the trade deadline looms, Robert expressed his desire to remain with the Mets, adding a layer of intrigue to an already vibrant atmosphere. With a record of 45-62, the Mets are showing signs of life, igniting hope for fans who have endured a rollercoaster season.

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Mets bats explode in beatdown of Braves
Amazin' Avenue
Mets bats explode in beatdown of Braves
The Mets started a new series against the Braves at Citi Field on Monday, after losing the weekend series to the Dodgers. The Braves had veteran Martín Pérez starting for them, while Mets rookie Zac Thornton was taking the mound in the midst of a great first season in the major leagues. The night started […]
 Mets vs. Braves: Lineups, broadcast info, and open thread, 7/27/26
Amazin' Avenue
Mets vs. Braves: Lineups, broadcast info, and open thread, 7/27/26
Mets lineup A.J. Ewing – RFFrancisco Lindor – SSBo Bichette – 3BLuis Robert – CFFrancisco Alvarez – DHJared Young – 1BTyrone Taylor – LFMarcus Semien – 2BLuis Torrens – C SP: Zac Thornton – LHP Braves lineup Ronald Acuna – RFDrake Baldwin – DHMatt Olson – 1BOzzie Albies – 2BMichael Harris – CFMauricio Dubon – […]
 Lindor Homers Twice in Mets’ Rout of Braves
Metsmerizedonline
Lindor Homers Twice in Mets’ Rout of Braves
The Mets (45-62) pounded out 19 hits in a 14-3 blowout of the National League East rival Braves (62-44) on Monday night at Citi Field, getting a three-hit, six-RBI night from Francisco Lindor and a bullpen effort that shut Atlanta down after the fourth inning. (Box Score) Zac Thornton got the start for New York […] The post Lindor Homers Twice in Mets’ Rout of Braves appeared first on Metsmerized.
 Game Thread: Braves vs Mets, 7:10 PM
Metsmerizedonline
Game Thread: Braves vs Mets, 7:10 PM
Monday, July 27, 2026 • 7:10 PM Citi Field • Flushing, NY LHP Martín Pérez (6-6, 3.38) vs. LHP Zac Thornton (1-1, 1.93) SNY The Mets salvaged the last game of the series against the Dodgers on Sunday with a comeback win. This week, the Mets head deep into hug-watch territory with the MLB trade […] The post Game Thread: Braves vs Mets, 7:10 PM appeared first on Metsmerized.
 Robert aware of Deadline talk but ‘I'd like to stay here’
MLB.com
Robert aware of Deadline talk but ‘I'd like to stay here’
NEW YORK -- With a steady rain soaking Citi Field in the fifth inning of a 14-3 win over the Braves on Monday, cleanup hitter Luis Robert Jr. stepped to the plate and pulled a two-strike, 111.7 mph single into left field. Robert now has four of the 12 hardest-hit
 1986 World Series team look back on city's support four decades later
MLB.com
1986 World Series team look back on city's support four decades later
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