The Mets will try to leave July 6 with a split against the Braves, and they will do it with A.J. Ewing leading off for the first time this season. First pitch is scheduled for 7:15 PM EDT.
It is a notable lineup wrinkle for the Mets, who are looking for a reset point in the series and will again have Nolan McLean on the mound. The order also gives the game a slightly different feel at the top, with Ewing getting a chance to set the tone early in the night.
What to watch
The leadoff spot is the clearest change to follow for the Mets. A.J. Ewing has not opened a game there this season, so this assignment gives him an immediate opportunity to impact the game before the middle of the lineup comes up. If he gets on base, it could shape how the Mets attack the first few innings.
The matchup is also part of a larger series context. The Mets are trying to earn the split, and that makes every early run, every defensive play and every inning from Nolan McLean more important. For a game-thread style night like this, the key details are simple: the opponent is the Braves, the first pitch is 7:15 PM EDT, and the Mets are adjusting the top of the lineup to begin the game.
Fans can follow the game on SNY and listen through Audacy Mets Radio WHSQ 880AM, with coverage also available on the Audacy App. For more lineup context, Braves shortstop Jim Jarvis is also in the starting mix, and the pitching note on Nolan McLean is another important part of the setup for the night.
