Bichette's 2 home runs, 6 RBIs carry Mets past Braves

Bo Bichette delivered a standout offensive performance, hammering two homers and tying his career high with six RBIs as the New York Mets defeated the Atlanta Braves 7-5 in the series opener. He and Juan Soto hit back-to-back homers in the first inning off Spencer Strider, then Bichette added a second-inning grand slam to cap a two-out rally. The Mets benefited from five pitchers combining on a nine-hitter, with Cionel Perez earning the win and Devin Williams securing the save. Strider struggled, allowing seven runs on six hits and four walks before exiting with a sore right arm.