New York Mets roster move and Braves game preview signal season challenges

The New York Mets are preparing for a June 14, 2026 matchup against the Atlanta Braves at Citi Field. Atlanta enters the game with a 46‑24 record, a potent offense (third‑largest run total in MLB) and right‑hander Bryce Elder, who is 5‑3 with a 2.66 ERA. The Mets, sitting 31‑39, will start right‑hander Freddy Peralta, who is 4‑5 with a 4.04 ERA.

In a separate development, the Mets recalled right‑hander Jonathan Pintaro from Triple‑A before their series with the Cincinnati Reds. Pintaro, in his second major‑league season, posted a 2‑0 record with a 3.16 ERA in 19 Triple‑A appearances. The move comes as the Mets sit at the bottom of the National League East with a 32‑39 record and have gone 6‑4 over their last ten games.