Huascar Brazoban struggles in ninth inning against Braves
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 11:16 PM
Last updated Jul 5, 2026
Huascar Brazoban faced difficulties during the ninth inning in a game against the Atlanta Braves on July 5, 2026. The right-hander allowed three singles and a walk to the first four batters he faced, followed by a strikeout before making a throwing error that led to a run. He ultimately surrendered a grand slam to Drake Baldwin, allowing five runs in total before being pulled. His performance caused his ERA to rise from 1.94 to 3.00. Despite the late rally, closer Devin Williams secured the victory for the Mets as they held on under pressure.
- •Brazoban entered the game with a 1.94 ERA.
- •He recorded only one out before being removed.
- •The Mets had a five-run lead going into the ninth inning.
- •Drake Baldwin hit a grand slam off Brazoban.
- •Devin Williams closed out the game for the Mets.
- 11:16 PMYahoo Sports — Huascar Brazoban almost sank Mets with rare nightmare ninth inning
"Huascar Brazoban came into Sunday having allowed just one run over his last nine appearances, but the right-hander endured as rough an outing he’s had all year.
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