Mets considering trading Francisco Lindor amid disappointing season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 9:43 PM
Last updated Jul 29, 2026
The New York Mets are reportedly willing to trade shortstop Francisco Lindor as the team faces a disappointing season. According to USA Today’s Bob Nightengale, the Mets would prefer to move Lindor during the offseason when financial considerations can be better managed. Currently, Lindor is having a lackluster year with a.233 batting average and has had personal conflicts with teammate Juan Soto. Despite a recent uptick in performance this July with a.263 average and five home runs, the Mets may still explore trade options as they prepare for the upcoming trade deadline.
- •Mets are reportedly looking to trade Lindor amid disappointing results
- •Lindor's contract exceeds $32 million over the next five seasons
- •Only a few Mets players are considered off-limits in trades
- •Lindor has improved slightly this July
- •Trade discussions will likely occur in the offseason
- 9:43 PMYahoo Sports — Mets Would Reportedly 'Love' To Trade Francisco Lindor
"The New York Mets have had a very disappointing season
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