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The Atlanta Braves defeated the New York Mets 5–3 on July 3 at Truist Park, a result that fell short of the Vegas over–under total of 9.5 runs. The Braves' power stroke proved decisive despite modest overall efficiency; Atlanta connected for four home runs and drove in five runs while posting a .716 OPS, though the team managed only five hits and struck out 11 times. The Mets out-hit the Braves 10–5 but squandered that advantage, scoring just three runs with a single home run and posting a .673 OPS that reflected their offensive struggles. Atlanta's pitching staff limited New York to five hits and two earned runs while striking out five, though they allowed four walks. The Mets' pitchers struck out 11 Braves but surrendered five earned runs across four home runs, an imbalance that ultimately cost them the game. This victory extends Atlanta's recent momentum as the division race tightens heading into the All-Star break.