Mets Secure NL East Lead With 4-0 Shutout Over Braves Amid Canning Injury

The New York Mets secured a 4-0 victory over the Atlanta Braves, splitting the four-game series and moving back into first place in the NL East by a half-game over the Philadelphia Phillies. Despite losing starting pitcher Griffin Canning early to a left ankle injury suspected to involve his Achilles, the Mets' bullpen, led by Austin Warren and others, combined for a three-hit shutout. Key offensive contributions came from Pete Alonso, Tyrone Taylor, and Jeff McNeil, who drove in multiple runs to secure the win. Meanwhile, the Phillies have struggled offensively, being shut out in back-to-back games by the Houston Astros, marking their longest scoreless streak since August 2022, though they anticipate the return of star Bryce Harper soon. In minor league action, the St. Lucie Mets experienced mixed results, including a narrow 1-0 victory over the Jupiter Hammerheads backed by strong pitching and a 6-0 shutout loss where Jupiter's pitching dominated. These developments reflect both the Mets' resilience in overcoming injuries and the Phillies' offensive challenges as the MLB season approaches its midpoint.