Matt Olson hit a three-run double, Spencer Strider struck out eight in six innings and the Atlanta Braves beat the Mets 7-1 to complete a series sweep that extended New York’s season-worst losing streak to six games.

After a rocky start to the 2025 season, former Clemson ace Spencer Strider is heating up! The Braves' flamethrower delivered another dominant outing against the Mets, hinting that the Cy Young contender of old might be ready to reclaim his throne.

Spencer Strider pitched six strong innings and Matt Olson hit a three-run double to help the Atlanta Braves beat the visiting New York Mets 7-1 on Thursday and complete a three-game series sweep.

The Atlanta Braves have suffered yet another injury to the rotation, this time involving the reigning National League Cy Young winner. The Braves on Saturday placed veteran lefty Chris Sale on the 15-day injured list with a fracture in his left rib cage.

Sale got injured on a diving play in the ninth inning Wednesday when he made the stop and threw to first base to get Juan Soto.

The Atlanta Braves look to sweep the New York Mets in the final game of their 3-game series Thursday at Truist Park.

Here are five things to watch and predictions as the Mets and Phillies play a three-game series in Philadelphia.