The Atlanta Braves pulled off a thrilling 5-4 victory against the New York Mets on June 17, 2025, in a game that showcased their resilience and knack for late-inning heroics. The Mets looked poised for a win, leading 4-1 at one point, but a dramatic eighth inning turned the tide.
David Peterson, who had pitched seven solid innings, was on the mound for the Mets when things started to unravel. After walking Nick Allen and allowing a single to Ronald Acuña Jr., Peterson was replaced. Reed Garrett came in but faced trouble quickly. He loaded the bases and, despite getting two outs, surrendered a bases-clearing double to Marcell Ozuna that tied the game at 4-4.
In the tenth inning, the Braves capitalized on a wild pitch from Huascar Brazobán that advanced the winning run to third base. After loading the bases, Austin Riley delivered the game-winning sacrifice fly, sending the Braves fans into a frenzy.
The Mets had taken an early lead, with Juan Soto hitting a solo home run in the first inning, followed by a two-run double from Tyrone Taylor in the second. They extended their lead to 4-1 after Taylor hit another homer in the fifth. However, the Mets struggled to capitalize on scoring opportunities, managing only six runners in scoring position throughout the night.
Despite the loss, Peterson’s performance was commendable, as he struck out three batters and kept the Braves at bay for most of the game. The Mets, however, have now lost four straight games, raising questions about their ability to close out matches.
As the Mets reflect on this tough loss, they will look to regroup and find ways to improve as the season progresses. The Braves, on the other hand, will take this win as a much-needed boost, showcasing their ability to fight back when the odds seem stacked against them.