Longtime NL East rivals clash on "Friday Night Baseball," as the Mets look to improve their playoff standing against the Braves.
New York seems to have snapped out of a dreadful funk, in which it lost 14 of 16 games. Of late, All-Star shortstop Francisco Lindor is heating up in a big way, providing a much-needed spark. Lindor entered play on Thursday hitting .338 in August with a 1.026 OPS.
Rookie right-hander Nolan McLean, one of the organization's top prospects, is set for his second career start on Friday. McLean impressed in a stirring MLB debut last Saturday, striking out eight across 5.1 scoreless innings.
While the Mets are still in the postseason hunt, the Braves have long since bowed out. But that doesn't mean they aren't playing good baseball: Atlanta has won 10 of its last 12 games, including a series victory at Citi Field last week.
The turnaround is in part fueled by center fielder Michael Harris II, who has been one of the best hitters in baseball since the All-Star break on the heels of a dreadful first half.
Here's everything that you need to know about watching Braves vs. Mets on "Friday Night Baseball."
What channel is Braves vs. Mets on today?
- TV channel: N/A
- Live stream: Apple TV+
Braves vs. Mets will not air on traditional broadcast television. Instead, viewers can stream the game on Apple TV+, which is the exclusive home of "Friday Night Baseball" during the 2025 MLB season.
Viewers can take advantage of a seven-day free trial offered by Apple TV+. Once the trial period ends, monthly subscription plans begin at just $12.99 in the U.S. and $14.99 in Canada.
Apple TV+ is available through the Apple TV+ app, which is accessible on most smart TVs, streaming devices, and gaming consoles.
Braves vs. Mets start time
- Date: Friday, Aug. 22
- Time: 7:15 p.m. ET
First pitch of Braves vs. Mets is set for 7:15 p.m. ET on Friday, Aug. 22.
The game will be played at Truist Park in Atlanta, as the two foes begin a three-game series.
Apple TV+ 'Friday Night Baseball' schedule 2025
Apple and MLB have released the "Friday Night Baseball" schedule for the rest of the season, which you can see below.
| Date | Game | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Aug. 22 | Royals at Tigers | 7:10 p.m. |
| Mets at Braves | 7:15 p.m. | |
| Aug. 29 | Braves at Phillies | 6:45 p.m. |
| Orioles at Giants | 10:15 p.m. | |
| Sept. 5 | Nationals at Cubs | 2:20 p.m. |
| Brewers at Pirates | 6:40 p.m. | |
| Sept. 12 | Yankees at Red Sox | 7:10 p.m. |
| Angels at Mariners | 10:10 p.m. | |
| Sept. 19 | Blue Jays at Royals | 7:40 p.m. |
| Giants at Dodgers | 10:10 p.m. | |
| Sept. 26 | Tigers at Red Sox | 7:10 p.m. |
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