Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Lindor Faces MRI for Calf Injury, Likely Out Thursday

4/23/2026

50 7 Full Breakdown

Summary

Story summary

New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor will have an MRI after leaving Wednesday's game against the Minnesota Twins with left calf tightness.
He is unlikely to play Thursday's series finale, with clarity expected before the game.
The injury occurred while Lindor was scoring on Francisco Alvarez's double in the fourth inning.
If Lindor is placed on the injured list, Ronny Mauricio from Triple-A Syracuse would take his roster spot.

1 of 1

Story summary

New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor will have an MRI after leaving Wednesday's game against the Minnesota Twins with left calf tightness.
He is unlikely to play Thursday's series finale, with clarity expected before the game.
The injury occurred while Lindor was scoring on Francisco Alvarez's double in the fourth inning.
If Lindor is placed on the injured list, Ronny Mauricio from Triple-A Syracuse would take his roster spot.