Mets shift Francisco Lindor to second in batting order before Marlins series
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 11:04 PM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
The New York Mets are set to start a three-game series against the Miami Marlins on July 30 at Citi Field. Francisco Lindor, who hit leadoff previously, will bat second in the lineup after a recent 0-for-4 performance against the Atlanta Braves. This will be Lindor's sixth appearance in the second spot over the last eight games. Currently, the Mets have a record of 46-63, placing them last in the National League East, while the Marlins, coming off a series sweep against the Philadelphia Phillies, stand at 55-54 and are in the mix for a Wild Card spot.
- •Mets lost to Braves 1-0 in last game.
- •Lindor moved to No. 2 hitter after batting leadoff.
- •Mets hold a 46-63 record, last in NL East.
- •Marlins recently ended a 12-game losing streak.
- •Eury Pérez is expected to start for the Marlins.
- 11:04 PMYahoo Sports — New York Mets Announce Francisco Lindor Change Before Marlins Series
"On Thursday night, the New York Mets will begin a three-game series against the Miami Marlins at Citi Field.Most recently, the New York Mets lost the final game of a three-game series against the Atlanta Braves 1-0.Shortstop Francisco Lindor went 0-for-4 while serving as the leadoff hitter in the loss.New York Mets Announce Francisco Lindor […] The post New York Mets Announce Francisco Lindor Change Before Marlins Series appeared first on HEAVY.
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