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Lindor Shines as Mets Soar; Díaz Injury Worries

4/24/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Francisco Lindor is off to a blazing start in the 2025 season, boasting a .300 batting average and five home runs, thanks to the honest guidance of Mets hitting coach Eric Chavez. As the Mets soar to an impressive 18-7 record, worries loom over closer Edwin Díaz, who may be sidelined after leaving a recent game with an injury.

History

Historical Context

Francisco Lindor's hot start in 2025 mirrors the Mets' resurgence under owner Steve Cohen, who bought the team in 2020. His $341 million extension in 2021 marked a new era, reminiscent of the Yankees' dominance under George Steinbrenner. The Mets aim to reclaim New York's baseball glory.

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Story summary

Francisco Lindor is off to a blazing start in the 2025 season, boasting a .300 batting average and five home runs, thanks to the honest guidance of Mets hitting coach Eric Chavez. As the Mets soar to an impressive 18-7 record, worries loom over closer Edwin Díaz, who may be sidelined after leaving a recent game with an injury.

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