Francisco Lindor stars for Mets as trade rumors circulate
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 20, 2026, 3:19 AM
Last updated Jul 20, 2026
Francisco Lindor contributed significantly to the New York Mets' victory against the Philadelphia Phillies on July 19, hitting a two-run homer and an RBI single. This performance came as trade rumors surrounding Lindor intensified, despite his contract running through 2031. Lindor addressed the speculation, stating it does not affect him unless it originates internally. He currently has 1,700 career hits but is batting.205 this season. Ongoing discussions suggest that the Mets are only willing to part with a few players before the trade deadline, with the Yankees reportedly uninterested in acquiring Lindor.
- •Lindor helped Mets win two of three against the Phillies.
- •He hit a two-run home run and an RBI single in the latest game.
- •Lindor addressed trade rumors, citing they only concern him if from inside the team.
- •He reached 1,700 career hits and is batting.205 this season.
- •Mets maintaining a core roster amid trade speculations leading up to the deadline.
- 3:19 AMYahoo Sports — Mets’ Francisco Lindor Sends Strong Message Amid Trade Rumors
"The New York Mets took two of three from the Philadelphia Phillies in their first series after the All-Star break.Star shortstop Francisco Lindor helped lead Sunday’s victory by hitting a two-run home run in the first inning before adding an RBI single in the second.Despite being under contract through the 2031 season, Lindor has remained […] The post Mets’ Francisco Lindor Sends Strong Message Amid Trade Rumors appeared first on HEAVY.
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