Mets' Zac Thornton pitches 6.1 solid innings against Braves

Zac Thornton delivered a strong performance for the Mets on July 27 against the Braves, allowing three earned runs over 6.1 innings during a game that ended with a score of 14-3 in favor of New York. The 24-year-old left-hander has a 2-1 record and a 2.43 ERA in five starts this season. Interim manager Andy Green praised Thornton's unorthodox pitching style, which relies mainly on a cutter and two-seam fastball instead of the typical hard-hitting pitches preferred by many young pitchers. Thornton's ability to refocus after allowing a game-tying home run was notable, as he managed to limit further damage and ultimately secure the victory for the Mets.

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