Francisco Lindor struggles defensively in Mets' loss to Phillies
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 18, 2026, 11:59 PM
Last updated Jul 18, 2026
In a challenging season for Francisco Lindor, he committed his third error in three games during the Mets' 6-1 loss to the Phillies at Citizens Bank Park on July 18. Lindor has been battling through injuries that have hindered his performance, including a fractured hamate bone and a strained calf. Since returning from injury, he has recorded just 12 hits in 74 at-bats, with six errors in 41 games, raising concerns about his defensive reliability. The Mets, who have committed the second-most errors in MLB this season, look to make improvements as they navigate through their ongoing struggles.
- •Lindor finished 0-for-4 with three strikeouts in the game.
- •Mets committed three errors in the loss, bringing their total to 69 this season.
- •Clay Holmes is expected to return to the mound after recovering from a fracture.
- 11:59 PMYahoo Sports — Francisco Lindor's hellish 2026 reaches new low in loss to Phillies
"Francisco Lindor has faced two lengthy injuries. He's struggled to get going offensively. Now, his haphazard defense has rang alarm bells.
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