Braves take two of three from Mets to close season series

The Atlanta Braves secured two victories against the New York Mets in their final series matchup from August 10 to August 12, 2026. The Braves lost the first game 8-5, with Bryce Elder and the bullpen struggling. However, they bounced back to win the second game 4-0, fueled by a strong performance from Martín Pérez, who extended his scoreless inning streak to 18. Atlanta then claimed a 6-3 victory on August 12, with Tyler Mahle making a solid start. This series marked the end of the season competition between the two teams, with the Mets having clinched the season series earlier.

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