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DeGrom Ks 11 in 7 shutout innings, Mets top Braves
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Atlanta Braves David Hale walks back to the dugout after striking out to end the fifth inning against the New York Mets during a baseball game, Tuesday, July 8, 2014, in New York. Mets pitcher Jacob deGrom struck out all three batters he faced in the inning. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson) - photo by Associated Press
NEW YORK — Rookie Jacob deGrom struck out 11 in seven shutout innings and also delivered a table-setting hit from the No. 8 spot in the batting order as the New York Mets tagged All-Star Julio Teheran and the Atlanta Braves 8-3 Tuesday night. Curtis Granderson kept up his resurgence with a leadoff home run and Lucas Duda doubled twice, singled and drew two walks.