The Atlanta Braves opened their series against the New York Mets with a frustrating loss where the offense never had any real chance. Bryce Elder took the mound and gave up five runs in the first frame, looking to be the version of himself that Atlanta endured watching right after the All-Star Break. Elder gave up a total of seven earned runs and ten hits in a performance that the right-hander would love to forget. Grant Holmes would be the team's current second option after Elder fell apart on Monday night, leaving more questions than answers. The starter at least offered the franchise this much in what was a frustrating start that gave Atlanta a 1-3 record in their last four contests.