Where Does Francisco Lindor Go in Mets’ Lineup upon Return?

Where does Francisco Lindor go in Mets’ lineup upon return?

Francisco Lindor's return is nigh.  The Mets' star shortstop is on a rehab assignment in Triple-A Syracuse, which is the final step before rejoining the big-league club for the first time since April 22, when he suffered a strained calf.  The importance of his return does not really need to be dissected. New York gets their leading man back and restores order to an infield that forced Bo Bichette to slot over from third base, and gets one of the…

Francisco Lindor to play for Syracuse Mets on Sunday on rehab assignment

Syracuse, N.Y. - New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor will play for the Syracuse Mets on Sunday in his rehab assignment, according to an online report from SNY on Saturday.

Francisco Lindor Rehab Update Sparks Mets Hope

The New York Mets are moving closer to a major boost as star shortstop Francisco Lindor continues his recovery from a calf injury that has sidelined him since April. After beginning a rehab assignment earlier in the weekend with Double-A Binghamton, the team confirmed another key step forward on Sunday as Lindor was officially transferred to Triple-A Syracuse for the next phase of his return. According to the MLB transaction wire, the move signa…

Figuring out where Francisco Lindor fits in the lineup when he returns

What’s Up with the Mets? ⚾️The Mets got embarrassed on Saturday, dropping a drubbing from the Phillies 15-3 (box)RHP Freddy Peralta had arguably the worst start of his career, allowing 10 runs on 10 hits (including two homers in the same inning, both to Kyle Schwarber) and 80 pitches in less than three innings of work; he now owns a 4.83 ERA on the seasonThe Mets didn’t have much of a response at the plate, as NL Cy Young candidate Cristopher Sá…

Francisco Lindor Begins Rehab Assignment. The Mets Lineup Is About to Get Its Spark Back.

Francisco Lindor is finally on the runway back to the Mets lineup. The shortstop begins a Minor League rehab assignment this week, and if all goes well, he could be back in Citi Field by the middle of next week. This is huge for a Mets team that has been treading water without him. Lindor …