NEW YORK — Rafael Ortega had two hits during a six-run fifth inning Sunday night, leading New York to a 7-6 win over the major league-best Atlanta Braves and preventing the Mets from falling into last place in the NL East. “To beat one of the best teams in baseball — we know they’re operating on all cylinders and giving …
ATLANTA — Ozzie Albies’ walk-off homer for the Braves did more than just complete their three-game sweep of the NL East-rival New York Mets. That’s the way we play.” It also marked the first time in Mets history they lost three consecutive games they led by at least three runs. Alonso returned to New York for further tests after his …
