The Atlanta Braves secured a narrow victory over the New York Mets with a 6-5 win, evening the series at one game apiece. The game, which took place at Truist Park, saw the Braves holding onto their lead despite a late rally from the Mets. The Mets' comeback attempt in the ninth inning included a three-run homer by Pete Alonso and an RBI double from Omar Narváez, bringing the score to 6-5. However, Iglesias managed to strike out Alonso for the final out, ensuring the Braves' victory. Reynaldo López had an outstanding second start for the Braves, while the team's bullpen had a second consecutive rough outing. The series is set to continue with Game 3 tomorrow night at Truist Park.
#Braves are on the board -- Chadwick Tromp's two-run double in the fifth reduced the Mets' lead to 7-2. Duvall had led off with a single and Arcia drew a one-out walk before Tromp doubled to the right-center gap.
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Got a little sketchy late, but the Braves top the Mets 6-5 and tie up the series. Game 3 tomorrow night from Truist Park. https://t.co/GxSdmhlED9
Iglesias strikes out Alonso for the final out, #Braves hold on for a 6-5 win to even the series against the Mets at a game apiece. Outstanding second start for Reynaldo López, second consecutive rough outing for ATL bullpen.
Don't look now, but the Mets are rallying in Atlanta for the second straight night. Once down six runs, they received a three-run Pete Alonso homer and an RBI double from Omar Narváez. The tying run is at the plate with no outs in the ninth. Braves 6, Mets 4, top nine.