Mets outlast Braves 8-5 as Elder struggles in Atlanta
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 2:57 AM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
In a game played at Truist Park on August 10, 2026, the New York Mets defeated the Atlanta Braves 8-5. Braves pitcher Bryce Elder allowed five runs in the first inning, including a grand slam by Brett Baty. The Braves attempted a comeback, scoring four runs but fell short against a strong Mets showing. The teams engaged in a battle of bullpens through the latter innings, with the Mets managing to maintain their lead until the end.
- •Bryce Elder allowed five runs in the first inning.
- •Brett Baty hit a grand slam for the Mets.
- •Braves scored four runs but couldn't close the gap.
- •Mets' bullpen maintained their lead late in the game.
- •The game was played at Truist Park in Atlanta.
- 2:57 AMYahoo Sports — Braves can’t overcome Elder implosion, lack of longball in 8-5 loss to Mets
"Bryce Elder giving up homers and the Braves not hitting homers is a bad combo
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