Braves avoid Marlins’ Fernandez in series finale

The New York Mets, who are engaged with the San Francisco Giants and St. Louis Cardinals in a fierce battle for the two NL wild-card berths, just caught a bad break. The Atlanta Braves (63-92), who aren't playing for anything more than pride but have been doing their job competing over the past month, have an easier task Sunday against the Miami Marlins (77-78). Left-hander Adam Conley (8-6, 3.94 ERA), who hasn't pitched since Aug. 13 because of a finger injury, gets the ball Sunday against Atlanta.