Braves split series against Mets after offensive outburst and bullpen struggles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 12:30 PM
Last updated Jul 7, 2026
The Atlanta Braves faced the New York Mets in a four-game series from July 3 to July 5, scoring a total of 29 runs. Despite their offensive surge, highlighted by 11 home runs, the Braves struggled with bullpen performance, leading to a series split. They began strong with wins of 5-3 and 14-3 but fell 10-9 in the series finale. The bullpen allowed critical runs, complicating what could have been a sweep.
- •Braves scored 29 runs over four games against Mets.
- •Atlanta won the first two games 5-3 and 14-3.
- •New York took the final game 10-9 in a back-and-forth finish.
- •Braves hit 11 home runs, but bullpen struggles persisted.
- •Next games will test Atlanta's consistency and pitching depth.
- 12:30 PMYahoo Sports — Braves vs. Mets series recap: If it’s not one thing, it’s another
"The offense is back in form but now the bullpen is starting to wobble. Just great!
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