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Atlanta Falls 5-3 Against New York - Game Recap

New York grabbed a 5-3 win over Atlanta on Monday, as Drew Smith was credited with a win at Citi Field.

The Mets were a -105 underdog in the win. The combined score dipped UNDER the total, which closed at 9.

New York got 2 innings from David Robertson, who gave up 0 earned runs on 2 hits, while striking out 4. Drew Smith earned the victory, while the Mets got 2 RBIs from Francisco Alvarez in the win.

Atlanta's starting pitcher Charlie Morton worked 5.1 innings, giving up 6 hits and 4 earned runs while striking out 6 in the loss. They got 2 hits from Sean Murphy in a losing cause.

New York enjoyed an edge at the plate with a 9-6 advantage in hits.

David Robertson pitched the final 2 innings for the save. He struck out 4 and allowed 2 hits in his outing.

New York heads into a battle against Detroit. Atlanta, meanwhile, will have their next action against Miami.