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New York Mets badly needed a spark on the mound, and Frankie Montas delivered. In his long-awaited team debut, the right-hander threw five shutout innings against the rival Atlanta Braves, helping the Mets stay competitive in a tight NL East standings race. For a team battling rotation injuries and inconsistency, Montas’ performance felt like more than just a quality start, it felt like a turning point.