Start of Mets' game vs Braves on Friday delayed due to weather

NEW YORK — With thunderstorms in the area, the start of the Mets and Braves' series opener on Friday has been delayed.

The game was initially slated for 7:15 p.m. but will now be pushed back. There has been no announcement on an estimated start time.

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At 45-23, the Braves carry the best record in baseball into the series opener. They are 15 games up on the Mets (30-38) in the NL East.

Nolan McLean will be taking the mound for the Mets on Friday night. The rookie right-hander is 3-4 with a 3.98 ERA and 1.11 WHIP. Over his last two starts, McLean has allowed a combined two earned runs in 11 innings.

Spencer Strider will be on the mound for the Braves. The veteran right-hander is 4-1 with a 4.00 ERA and 1.28 WHIP in seven starts. He has allowed three earned runs in each of his last four starts.

Check back for more updates on the status of the Mets and Braves' Friday matchup.

This article originally appeared on NorthJersey.com: NY Mets game vs Braves start delayed due to weather