If Mets' pitching prospect Zack Wheeler had one obstacle to overcome in his battle to reach the majors, it was his control. In his major-league debut, that issue cropped up a few times, but Wheeler overcame his shaky command to earn a 6-1 win over the Braves.
Wheeler walked two batters in the first inning and five overall in six innings, but limited Atlanta's big-swinging offense to just one extra-base hit. Wheeler allowed four hits overall while striking out seven, though he threw just 55 of 102 pitches for strikes.
Wheeler didn't allow a run, and he picked up 14 of his 55 strikes via swings and misses. Wheeler is expected to be optioned back to Triple-A Las Vegas after the game, but he'll be recalled for his next turn in the rotation, scheduled for June 25 at the White Sox.