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The New York Mets edged the Atlanta Braves 10–9 on July 5 at Truist Park in a slugfest that exceeded the Vegas total of 8.5 runs. The Mets' offense proved decisive despite modest overall metrics, driving in 10 runs on 12 hits while striking out only 5 times; their two home runs supplied crucial power in a lineup that posted a .677 OPS. Atlanta matched the Mets' hit total but managed just 8 earned runs, with a .725 OPS hampered by 11 strikeouts and only 2 walks. Mets pitching dominated the strikeout battle, recording 11 K's against just 2 walks while allowing 12 hits and an ERA of 4.29—a marked improvement over Atlanta's 5.29 ERA across their staff. The Braves' single error contributed to their undoing in a tight contest where clutch run production outweighed Atlanta's marginal offensive advantages. The Mets' ability to convert scoring opportunities positions them favorably in the division race despite their lower batting average.