Francisco Lindor Makes Strong Statement
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Juan Soto donning the orange and blue has been a dream come true for New York Mets fans. However, this start has not quite lived up to expectations as June appr
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A to Z Sports on MSNSuperstar shortstop Francisco Lindor appeared to send a subtle but strong message to Mets teammate Juan SotoIt's been a tough week for New York Mets outfielder Juan Soto. Soto has been heavily criticized by the media for his perceived lack of hustle -- specifically on two plays; a check-swing groundout against the New York Yankees on Sunday night and a long single off the Green Monster against the Boston Red Sox on Monday.
Offensively, the Mets were led by Francisco Lindor, who went 2-for-5 with a home run, a double and two stolen bases. The stolen bases gave him nine on the season, while the homer was his 10th, putting him in some rare history among shortstops.
Francisco Lindor hit a tiebreaking sacrifice fly in the ninth inning and the Mets beat the Yankees 3-2 in the Subway Series on Saturday.