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A classic NL East rivalry!

The Atlanta Braves and New York Mets have a long and storied history, dating back to 1962 when the Mets joined the National League. Here are some interesting facts about their rivalry:

  1. The Miracle Mets: The Mets' 1969 World Series championship over the Baltimore Orioles is often referred to as the "Miracle Mets" season. The Braves, who finished 9.5 games behind the Mets in the NL East that year, were a major factor in the Mets' success, as they won 11 of their 18 games against Atlanta.
  2. The Tom Glavine Era: Hall of Fame pitcher Tom Glavine played for the Braves from 1987 to 2002 and was a key figure in their rivalry with the Mets. Glavine won 14 games against the Mets during his career, including a 1-0 shutout in Game 6 of the 1995 NLCS.
  3. The Chipper Jones Era: Chipper Jones, the Braves' all-time leader in hits, games played, and RBIs, played his entire 19-year career with the Braves. He had a strong rivalry with Mets players, particularly David Wright, with whom he had several memorable battles at the plate.
  4. The Freddie Freeman Era: Freddie Freeman, the Braves' current first baseman, has been a key player in the team's rivalry with the Mets. He has hit 24 home runs against the Mets, including a walk-off homer in 2013.
  5. Recent Rivalry: In recent years, the Braves and Mets have had some intense battles, including a 2019 series that saw the Braves sweep the Mets in a four-game series. The Braves have won 12 of their last 15 games against the Mets.

Some notable players who have played in this rivalry include:

The Braves and Mets have a long history of competition, and their rivalry is one of the most intense in the National League.