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David Peterson Earns Win in New York Mets vs Atlanta Braves Game

Atlanta dropped a 8-5 decision at Citi Field on Saturday as New York legged out a win behind winning pitcher David Peterson.

Bettors who backed the Mets were rewarded as -132 favorites at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 9.

New York got 1.1 innings from Adam Ottavino, who gave up 0 earned runs on 3 hits, while striking out 2. David Peterson earned the victory, while the Mets got 3 RBIs from Francisco Lindor in the win.

Atlanta got a 4.2-inning outing from Jake Odorizzi in the loss. He gave up 2 earned runs, 3 walks and 6 hits in his time on the mound, while Matt Olson had 2 hits in the loss for the Braves.

The battle of the bats favored New York as they had 13 hits, while Atlanta only had 12.

Edwin Diaz pitched the final 0.2 innings for the save. He struck out 1 and allowed 0 hits in his outing.