The Atlanta Braves’ sputtering lineup has been the primary reason for their four-game losing streak, and facing one of the hottest pitchers in the majors probably won’t help.

Mike Pelfrey can win his fourth consecutive start to begin the season while pitching the New York Mets to a three-game sweep of visiting Atlanta on Sunday night.

The Braves (8-9) have totaled six runs during their skid, batting .209 overall and .129 with men in scoring position in that stretch.