Francisco Lindor Continues His Strong Spring With Home Run

Francisco Lindor created one of the bigger moments of the game in the New York Mets’ 4-4 tie with the St. Louis Cardinals Saturday night. The switch-hitting shortstop hit a two-run home run off Cardinals minor league pitcher Logan Gragg in the bottom of the sixth inning, pulling the Mets back within two. Lindor would finish the game going 1-for-3, taking his average up to .314 in spring training.

The 29-year-old is showing that he is more than prepared for what this year is going to bring, showcasing all of his skills for the Mets and Puerto Rico at the World Baseball Classic. Lindor is slashing .314/.385/.629 with three home runs and eight runs batted in with the Mets. He was just as productive, if not more at the WBC, getting nine hits in 20 at-bats along with playing strong defense throughout the tournament. It is safe to say that Lindor is poised for a big season with the Mets.

Lindor is not only one of the fan favorites on this Mets team, but he also happens to be one the leaders within the clubhouse. Manager Buck Showlater will continue to lean on his shortstop to be one of consistent guys on a team with expectations to win, and win now. With Opening Day just days away, Lindor could not be more prepared for what the 2023 season has to offer.