Why is Francisco Lindor out of Mets opener against the Dodgers?
Francisco Lindor will miss the opening game of the series as the New York Mets travel to Los Angeles to take on the Dodgers.
New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor has been ruled out of Thursday’s primetime matchup against the Los Angeles Dodgers after reportedly jamming his finger while closing a door.
Lindor is the Mets’ hottest batter, driving in a run in a career-high 10 consecutive games, hitting .365 during that stretch.
The Mets (35-17) are currently one game behind crosstown rivals the New York Yankees (35-15) in the race for the best record in baseball, while the Dodgers (33-17) are third, one game behind the Mets.
Lindor’s absence puts the Mets’ six-game winning streak in danger, and he told reporters he is disappointed to miss out after his finger quickly swelled up and his nail turned black.
Lindor: “It’s frustrating”
“The last time I pinched a finger, I was 12 years old,” he said.
“I ran around the room for like three minutes. I didn’t want to look at it. I felt like I had my heart in that finger.
“It’s frustrating to not be out there with the boys – I want to be out there every day and do whatever it takes to help the team win.”
Lindor is not expected to miss more than a day or two.