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Francisco Lindor defends Mets owners amid fan backlash over performance

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 9:28 AM

Last updated Aug 12, 2026

Francisco Lindor defends Mets owners amid fan backlash over performance

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Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor voiced his support for team owners during a recent interview, expressing a desire to remain with the franchise through the duration of his contract, which runs until 2031. His comments come as the Mets sit last in the NL East and are currently tied in a three-game series against the Braves, with a decisive game set for tomorrow. Fans criticized Lindor for his defense of the ownership, citing the team's struggles in recent seasons. Lindor's performance has also drawn scrutiny this season, as he is batting.242 with 11 home runs and 30 RBIs over 64 games.

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•Lindor signed a ten-year, $341 million extension with the Mets before the 2021 season.
•Fans reacted negatively to Lindor's comments about team ownership amid poor performance.
•The Mets are currently tied 1-1 in a three-game series against the Braves.
•Lindor has a.242 batting average with 11 home runs this season.
•The Mets will face the Nationals and Padres after their series in Atlanta.

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9:28 AMYahoo Sports — “Completely Unnecessary” – Fans Rip Into Francisco Lindor For Defending Mets Owners Despite NL East Last Place

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In the latest interview with the New York Post, Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor appeared to support the owners and front office staff and expressed his desire to remain in Queens until at least his contract expires. Just before the opening day of the 2021 season, Lindor signed a massive ten-year, $341 million extension with the Mets, keeping him in Queens through 2031.
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Yahoo SportsAug 12, 2026, 9:28 AM
“Completely Unnecessary” – Fans Rip Into Francisco Lindor For Defending Mets Owners Despite NL East Last Place
In the latest interview with the New York Post, Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor appeared to support the owners and front office staff and expressed his desire to remain in Queens until at least his contract expires. Just before the opening day of the 2021 season, Lindor signed a massive ten-year, $341 million extension with the Mets, keeping him in Queens through 2031.

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