Mets drop series opener to Braves despite Juan Soto's home run
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 2:35 AM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
The Mets lost 5-3 to the Braves at Truist Park on July 3. Juan Soto hit his 18th home run of the season, temporarily tying the game at 3-3 in the third inning. However, Matt Olson's homer in the fifth inning helped Atlanta reclaim the lead. Mets pitcher Christian Scott struggled, allowing three earned runs in four innings. Kodai Senga provided some relief, pitching 2 2/3 innings in his first true relief appearance. New York continues a challenging road trip as they aim for a postseason push.
- •Mets' record now stands at 36-52 after the loss.
- •Braves lead the NL East with a record of 51-35.
- •Christian Scott struck out seven but walked four batters.
- •Juan Soto's home run was one of only five hits for the Mets.
- •The Mets continue their road trip with games against Toronto and Atlanta.
- 2:35 AMYahoo Sports — Juan Soto’s homer not enough as Mets lose series opener to Braves
"ATLANTA — The Mets continue to say they believe they can reach the postseason this year, but at this point, the postseason is about as real for them as Santa Claus. On a night when the ball was flying out of Truist Park, only one Mets hitter managed to get a ball to leave the park. Juan Soto hit his 18th of the season in the third inning against Atlanta Braves right-hander Grant Holmes in a ...
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