As one of the leaders in the Mets’ clubhouse, Francisco Lindor speaks regularly with the team’s rookie third baseman.
Lately, those conversations with Brett Baty have centered on maintaining a positive mindset through adversity.
at Citi Field. “He didn’t fail as much last year, and in the minor leagues the game is not the same. Now that he’s going through all this stuff, he’s going to be better.”A night earlier, he struck out in the eighth inning with the tying and go-ahead runs on base before he misplayed a pop-up in the ninth that helped the Dodgers bury the Mets.Francisco Lindor has been having chats with Brett Baty through his struggle at the plate.
The left-hander, according to manager Buck Showalter, could benefit from the extra day of rest following recent flu-like symptoms. Omar Narvaez received his first start behind the plate since June 30, giving Francisco Alvarez a day off.
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