The New York Mets provided an update on Francisco Lindor, who is dealing with lower back tightness. Lindor is not in the lineup on Saturday.
On Saturday, shortstop Francisco Lindor was out of the lineup against the Philadelphia PhilliesThe good news is that it sounds like the Mets' decision on Lindor was precautionary, and they're hoping he can be available off the bench later in the game.
“He’s feeling better after getting treatment today, moving around in weight room,” manager Carlos Mendoza told . “Just playing it safe. We’ll give him an extra few hours and see if he’s available at some point in the game. Just day by day and continue to have conversations.”on Saturday morning to improve their infield depth. Acuna, who will make his MLB debut, is starting at shortstop in place of Lindor and batting ninth.
New York cannot afford to lose Lindor, who has been the team's best player this season. The Mets are fighting to clinch a playoff spot, entering play on Saturday with a one-game lead over the Atlanta Braves for the third and final Wild Card position in the NL. They're also only a game behind the Arizona Diamondbacks for the second slot and 1.5 games back of the San Diego Padres for the top spot.
With just 15 games to go, the Mets need Lindor back as soon as possible. Luckily, the infielder's back injury doesn't sound like it's anything too serious.Pat Ragazzo is the reporter, publisher, site manager and executive editor for Sports Illustrated's Mets and Yankees On SI websites. Pat was selected as The Top Reporter & Publisher of the Year 2024 by the International Association of Top Professionals for outstanding leadership, dedication, and commitment to the industry.
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