Sean Manaea shines in Mets' 3-2 win over Braves in doubleheader opener

Sean Manaea pitched six innings, surrendering two runs as the Mets defeated the Braves 3-2 in the opening contest of a doubleheader at Citi Field. Francisco Alvarez sparked the offense with a rope double that produced the first run, followed by an RBI double from Carson Benge that put New York ahead. Atlanta rallied when Matt Olson hit a two-run homer to level the score, but the Mets' bullpen preserved the lead.

Additional contributions came from Tyrone Taylor's walk and A.J. Ewing's sacrifice fly that added a run. The victory marked the Mets' third straight win as the trade deadline approaches, raising questions about Manaea's future contract status.