Braves top Mets 6-3 in series finale at Truist Park

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Last updated Aug 13, 2026

Braves top Mets 6-3 in series finale at Truist Park
Summary

The Atlanta Braves secured a 6-3 victory over the New York Mets on August 12, 2026, in Atlanta. Tyler Mahle delivered six strong innings, allowing one run and striking out seven. Lane Thomas hit his first homer as a Brave, while Ronald Acuña Jr. contributed with a run and a double. The Braves pulled away late with back-to-back home runs from Mike Yastrzemski and Austin Riley. Raisel Iglesias closed the game despite facing a late inning challenge from the Mets.

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  • Braves lead 3-1 when Tyler Mahle exits after six innings.
  • Lane Thomas hits his first home run for the Braves.
  • Back-to-back home runs from Yastrzemski and Riley extend the lead.
  • Raisel Iglesias earns the save despite allowing a solo home run in the ninth.
  • Final score: Braves 6, Mets 3.
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  • 2:22 AMYahoo SportsMighty Mahle and Braves bombs secure series win versus the Mets, 6-3
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