New York Mets
· 2026-07-07
New York Mets rallied in extra innings on July 6, 2026, beating the Atlanta Braves 7‑5 and snapping a two‑game skid, moving the club to 38‑53 and 14th in the National League.
The Mets struck first when rookie right fielder Carson Benge launched his 11th homer of the season in the second inning, giving New York a 1‑0 lead. Atlanta answered quickly, but a clutch RBI single by Francisco Alvarez in the sixth tied it at 3‑2, setting the stage for a dramatic finish.
Juan Soto’s ninth‑inning blast off Raisel Iglesias turned a 3‑3 tie into a 5‑3 lead. The Braves answered with Matt Olson’s solo shot, but the Mets’ bullpen held, and a decisive double by Luis Torrens in the 10th pushed the margin to 7‑5. A single run by Michael Harris in the bottom half cut the lead, but Luke Weaver closed it out.
The victory marks the Mets’ first win since early June and halts a slide that saw them fall to 38‑53, the league’s 14th‑place team. It also narrows the gap in the NL East, leaving three clubs within 6.5 games of the Braves after Atlanta’s lead evaporated.
Carson Benge’s power surge continued with his 11th homer, while Francisco Alvarez delivered a key RBI single and later a defensive substitution that paid off. Luis Torrens, who entered as a defensive catcher, provided the go‑ahead double in extras. Pitcher Devin Williams steadied the bullpen after a shaky ninth.
After the 7‑5 win at Atlanta on July 6, the Mets head to Kansas City on July 7 to face the Royals. The upcoming matchup offers a chance to build momentum and climb out of the NL’s basement.
Atlanta’s 10‑inning loss shrinks its cushion, with the Mets now within striking distance of the division lead. The Braves must rebound quickly, while the Mets look to capitalize on the opening.
If New York can string together another win against Kansas City, the club could break its two‑game losing streak and start a modest climb up the standings. The next few weeks will test whether this extra‑inning heroics become a new norm or a one‑off spark.