Mets’ offense gets needed boost with returns of Michael Conforto, Jeff McNeil

New York Mets Michael Conforto reacts after scoring against the Atlanta Braves in the seventh inning of a baseball game.

“They’re really good hitters, and they’re gonna help us a lot,” shortstop Francisco Lindor said.

With both back in the fold, the Mets beat the Atlanta Braves 7-3 on Wednesday at Citi Field in New York, giving them their biggest run output since they scored 14 on June 9.

McNeil returned on Monday before Conforto was activated on Wednesday, and the two were at the center of the Mets’ early rallies against the Braves.

We had timely hitting from a lot of guys, but those are two important presence from a defensive standpoint,” manager Luis Rojas said.

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