Mets’ Francisco Lindor backs up ‘MVP’ chants in win over Red Sox
The Mets' MVP candidate did nothing to deter voters as the team returned to Queens to begin a crucial homestand. With the Citi Field crowd chanting “MVP” on Monday night, Francisco Lindor answered by reaching base three times, scoring on a Brandon Nimmo double in the third inning and then recording an RBI of his […]
Sean Manaea, Francisco Lindor lead Mets to sweep of White Sox
CHICAGO — It's been three uninspired days of matches, but there's still value in it. The Mets arrived on the South Side with no acceptable options other than to sweep this mess of a team called the White Sox, and they got the job done Sunday, but with few points in terms of style. Sean […]
Francisco Lindor delivering elite defense for Mets
SEATTLE — Francisco Lindor charged behind the mound, hit a chopper with his bare hands and launched it toward first base, off-balance in one motion. The timing had to be perfect, but Pete Alonso’s footwork as he came off the base helped, allowing the Mets shortstop to celebrate what he considers his favorite defensive gem […]
Mets’ Francisco Lindor playing at MVP level at perfect time
Mets star Francisco Lindor wasn’t an All-Star this year, but if he continues to perform like this, he should be a candidate for MVP. If it were up to me, it would start today. Granted, right now the award seems likely to go to the incomparable DH Shohei Ohtani, who is once again in another […]
Francisco Lindor, Jeff McNeil’s power fuel Mets’ win over Marlins
MIAMI — Much of the Mets lineup has yet to return from the All-Star break, with the exception of Jeff McNeil and Francisco Lindor. McNeil, when not home resting, has spent his time off at the golf course and at the water park. He’s been a force in the lineup after a dismal first half, […]
Francisco Lindor, Brandon Nimmo shine
The Mets’ season was heading toward the bottom of Flushing Bay as of May 29, but that changed with a 27-13 run by the All-Star break. The second half of the season begins on Friday, and the Mets will certainly be fighting for a spot in the postseason. Let’s take a look at the results […]
Mets’ Francisco Lindor not letting All-Star snub be a distraction
Francisco Lindor will not be affected by anything. The Mets’ star shortstop likely won’t be bothered by the flood of criticism he often receives, sometimes unfairly. The Mets’ highest-paid player isn’t going to be disheartened by the lack of recognition. The Mets’ leader is unlikely to change his mentality in the face of adversity. Francisco […]
This is more than just a hot streak for Mets’ Francisco Lindor
This is no longer just a positive trend. It’s not like there will be consecutive weeks of impressive at-bats. For Francisco Lindor, it was a long six-week stretch in which he performed at an elite level. Francisco Lindor hit a two-run home run in the sixth inning of the Mets’ 7-5 win over the Nationals. […]
Mets’ Francisco Lindor strikes out after putting bat back on shoulder
In the top of the seventh inning on Saturday, with the Mets holding a one-run lead, Francisco Lindor took a pitch with a full count and appeared to drop his bat over his shoulder before the ball reached him. It was a slider from Giants relief pitcher Randy Rodriguez, the fourth pitch Lindor saw that […]
Francisco Lindor, Mets extend struggles in loss to Guardians
CLEVELAND — Francisco Lindor returned home to Progressive Field on Monday and gave Guardians fans a treat. He did a zippo on the plate. The Mets’ shortstop wasn’t the only one ineffective, but his quiet performance was most noticeable for a player who was hitless in four at-bats and only had a batting average of […]