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Mets Shortstop Lindor Breaks Out of Slump, Sparks Offense
15 Aug
Summary
- Lindor goes 5-for-7 with HR, 2 walks, 4 runs, 1 steal
- Lindor's strong performance in recent games after a slump
- Lindor's overall season stats remain impressive despite uneven year
In the midst of the New York Mets' recent struggles, there was a bright spot in the form of shortstop Francisco Lindor. Over the past two games against the Atlanta Braves, Lindor went a combined 5-for-7 with a home run, two walks, four runs scored, and a stolen base.
This strong performance came after Lindor had endured a recent 0-for-21 skid, which he snapped with a bunt single in Tuesday's game. Prior to this recent hot stretch, Lindor's season had been somewhat uneven, with a .214 batting average, eight home runs, and a .652 OPS in the 59 games since June 4, when he suffered a broken right pinky toe.
Despite the ups and downs, Lindor's overall numbers for the season remain impressive, with 22 home runs, 65 RBIs, and 19 stolen bases. He was also the National League's starting shortstop in last month's All-Star Game. Mets manager Carlos Mendoza expressed optimism about Lindor's recent approach, noting that when he's at his best, it's "kind of what we saw [on Thursday]," with the ability to drive the ball to all fields.
As the Mets continue to navigate a challenging stretch, Lindor's resurgence could provide a much-needed boost to the team's offense.
