Braves lose late to Mets as Owen Murphy makes MLB debut
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 12:18 PM
Last updated Jul 7, 2026
The Atlanta Braves fell to the New York Mets in extra innings on July 6, 2026, after a late-game collapse. Reynaldo Lopez pitched strongly but the Braves surrendered the lead in the ninth, leading to a frustrating conclusion of the series. Owen Murphy made his MLB debut, nearly closing the 10th unscathed before allowing the game-winning hit. Eli White was placed on the paternity list, leading to Jose Azocar's recall to the team. Matt Olson showed renewed offensive strength over the weekend, indicating potential for future improvement.
- •Braves lose 5-4 in 10 innings against the Mets.
- •Owen Murphy debuts and allows game-winning hit in extra innings.
- •Reynaldo Lopez pitches well but the Braves blow a ninth-inning lead.
- •Eli White placed on paternity list; Jose Azocar recalled.
- •Matt Olson's recent offensive resurgence noted.
- 4:52 AMYahoo Sports — Braves News: Owen Murphy optioned, blowout in Pittsburgh, and more
- 12:18 PMYahoo Sports — Atlanta Braves News: Owen Murphy Debut, Series Split with Mets, More
"Atlanta Braves news and notes from Tuesday.
"Another Disappointing loss for the Braves.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 8, 2026, 4:52 AMBraves News: Owen Murphy optioned, blowout in Pittsburgh, and more
Atlanta Braves news and notes from Tuesday.
- Yahoo SportsJul 7, 2026, 12:18 PMAtlanta Braves News: Owen Murphy Debut, Series Split with Mets, More
Another Disappointing loss for the Braves.
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