The New York Mets overcame an early three-run deficit to defeat the Atlanta Braves 10-9 on Sunday at Truist Park. Nolan McLean earned the win after allowing three first-inning runs but then retiring 16 of the next 19 batters. The Braves mounted a late rally but fell short due to bullpen struggles.
McLean struck out five over six-plus innings on 96 pitches and finished with a 3.73 ERA. He hit the first batter he faced and allowed a double and two-run single before inducing an inning-ending double play.
The Mets built a lead that held until the ninth, when Huascar Brazobán and Devin Williams allowed six runs. Williams ended the game with the tying and go-ahead runs on base.
Braves starter Martín Pérez left in the fifth inning after being struck on the left forearm by a 92 mph liner from Juan Soto. X-rays were negative, but he is expected to miss at least two weeks.
Atlanta scored six runs in the ninth, including Drake Baldwin’s first career grand slam, but could not overcome the deficit. Manager Walt Weiss noted the bullpen lacked high-leverage options after using starters to cover innings.
