Braves lose opener to Mets as Spencer Strider exits with injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 3:44 AM
Last updated Jun 13, 2026
The Atlanta Braves fell to the New York Mets 7-5 in Queens on June 12, 2026. Spencer Strider departed after allowing seven runs in three-plus innings due to right arm soreness, with his velocity dropping significantly. The Braves rallied with late runs but could not recover from an early deficit, marking their third consecutive loss. They aim to avoid a four-game losing streak in Saturday's matchup.
- •Spencer Strider left the game in the fourth inning with arm soreness.
- •Strider allowed seven runs, including three home runs, in his outing.
- •The Braves scored three runs late but failed to equalize.
- •Matt Olson hit his 20th home run of the season during the game.
- •The Braves will face a TBD pitcher in Saturday's second game of the series.
- 3:44 AMYahoo Sports — Spencer Strider injury looms as Braves dig early hole, drop opener at Mets
"A bad night for the Braves on multiple fronts.
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