Mets fall short against Braves in latest game.

New York Mets pitcher Justin Verlander has had an inconsistent start to the season, with poor outings against the Tampa Bay Rays and Colorado Rockies. His four-seam fastball has lost some of its power, with a lower whiff rate and higher exit velocity against. His slider has also taken a step back, with a lower whiff and chase rate. However, his curveball still has a high ground ball rate. Verlander's key matchup against the Atlanta Braves will be with Ronald Acuna Jr., who has had success against his fastball this season.