Mets Shut Out Braves 2-0 Behind Rookie Nolan McLean

The New York Mets ended a three-game losing streak with a 2-0 win against the Atlanta Braves. This victory came on Friday at Truist Park. Rookie right-hander Nolan McLean pitched well, and Juan Soto and Hayden Senger delivered key hits.

McLean Shines in Second Start Nolan McLean (2–0) kept his scoreless streak at 11⅔ innings in his first two major-league starts. He gave up only four hits and struck out four in six shutout innings. The 24-year-old right-hander threw a mid-90s fastball and a sharp slider. He retired 15 of the last 16 batters he faced. His game score was 56.

**Early Offense Provides Cushion** New York took the lead in the third inning. Juan Soto hit a two-out single to right field, scoring Francisco Lindor. Four innings later, Hayden Senger secured an insurance run. He hit an opposite-field RBI single, bringing in shortstop Francisco Lindor, who had walked with one out.

Bullpen Keeps Historic Start After McLean left with a 2–0 lead, the Mets bullpen held the shutout. Relief pitchers delivered three scoreless innings. They gave up only one hit and struck out four batters. As a result, New York’s staff improved its National League-best road ERA to 3.76.

**Braves Held in Check** Atlanta left eight runners on base. They went 0-for-4 with runners in scoring position. Joey Wentz (4–4) gave up two runs on six hits and four walks in five innings. He struck out a season-high 10 batters but couldn’t escape trouble in the third and seventh innings.

What’s Next The clubs conclude the series Saturday night with David Peterson (7–6, 3.91 ERA) opposing Bryce Elder (5–5, 4.18). First pitch is scheduled for 7:15 p.m. ET.