The New York Mets (currently 80-66) are making a strong push for the playoffs this season. Two key players leading this push are Francisco Lindor and Francisco Alvarez.
Francisco Lindor:
Lindor has been instrumental in the Mets’ success so far this season. His performances have not only been consistent but also clutch, winning games and keeping his team in the game. Here are Lindor’s stats for this season so far:
Batting Average: .273
Home Runs: 31
RBIs: 85
Hits: 158
Runs Scored: 99
Francisco Lindor’s ability to deliver crucial hits and runs in high pressure situations is shown in his recent games, as against the Blue Jays on September 11th, Lindor broke a no-hit game with a game tying home run in the ninth inning. Lindor’s contributions to the team have landed him in a position in the National League MVP conversation.
Francisco Alvarez:
Another Crucial player to the Mets’ recent success this season is catcher Francisco Alvarez. Alvarez’s stats are as follows:
Batting Average: .215
Home Runs: 7
RBIs: 14
Hits: 25
In the same game against the Toronto Blue Jays where Francisco Lindor broke a no-hit game in the ninth inning, Francisco Alvarez would score a three run homer in the ninth inning that shattered the Blue Jays’ comfort for the rest of the game, with the Mets winning 6-2. This game against the Blue Jays extended Alvarez’s hitting streak to 6 games, where he has gone 11 for 23 with numerous multi-hit games.
Important of Coming Games:
The New York Mets are set to play a series of 3 games against the Philadelphia Phillies (88-58). These games are crucial for the Mets as they’re in a tight race for the final National League wild card spot. Winning these games would solidify their position in the playoffs and boost their confidence as the team heads into the final stretch of the regular season. Their post season affairs depends on these next games. They won’t be easy though, as the Phillies are just coming off of a 3-0 sweep against the Tampa Bay Rays.
With Lindor and Alvarez leading the Mets into this crucial part of the season, the Mets have a strong chance of making it to the playoffs. Their performances in these upcoming games will be key to their post-season success.
