Mets president praises Braves' strong start in NL East race
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 6:20 PM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026
In remarks made during a recent media session, New York Mets president David Stearns praised the Atlanta Braves for their exceptional play this season. The Braves have emerged as a dominant force in the National League East, overtaking expectations after the Mets revamped their roster. Despite a recent 7-5 win for the Mets over the Braves, Stearns acknowledged the ongoing struggles of his team, highlighting their inconsistency compared to the Braves' solid performance. The current series between the two teams indicates a competitive push as they both vie for postseason positions.
- •Braves lead the NL East amid high expectations for Mets.
- •David Stearns acknowledges Braves' exceptional all-around play.
- •Mets secured a 7-5 victory over Braves recently.
- •Struggling Mets continue to seek consistency in their game.
- •Current series provides insight into playoff potentials.
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"The Atlanta Braves’ division rival offered an honest response to a disappointing change as concerns mount.
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