Braves 3, Mets 1

In his first start of the season, John Smoltz looks great for 5 innings and then comes out for no apparent reason. (Broadcasters notice him appearing to "grimace") Our bullpen looks good again, though Soriano has trouble finding the plate and gives up a run in 9th. Mark Kotsay scores 1st run after a double - later he catches a sharp liner and starts a 8-3 double play (which is rounded off by a great stretch from Teixeira). Someone says something about Kotsay having more outfield assists than anyone in last decade, can this be true? Teixeira hits home run in 8th for insurance runs that prove essential. For the Mets, Johan Santana is worth every penny; he just didn't get support today.

W- Smoltz (1-0)
S- Soriano (1)
Braves HR - Teixeira (2)