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Francisco Lindor's Rehab Progress Sparks Opening Day Hopes

3/4/2026

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Francisco Lindor, New York Mets shortstop, is progressing in rehab from a stress reaction in his left hamate bone.
He played catch on March 1 and is expected to begin swinging a bat soon.
Mets manager Carlos Mendoza expressed optimism that Lindor could return for Opening Day on March 26.
The Mets monitor his rehab to ensure he can participate fully in the upcoming season.

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Francisco Lindor, New York Mets shortstop, is progressing in rehab from a stress reaction in his left hamate bone.
He played catch on March 1 and is expected to begin swinging a bat soon.
Mets manager Carlos Mendoza expressed optimism that Lindor could return for Opening Day on March 26.
The Mets monitor his rehab to ensure he can participate fully in the upcoming season.