Francisco Lindor Remains Hitless as Mets Face Marlins After Astros Loss

Francisco Lindor of the New York Mets has faced a challenging start to the 2025 MLB season, going hitless in the opening series against the Houston Astros, mirroring his slow start from the previous year. Despite his past performance, where he rebounded strongly to help the Mets reach the NLCS, concerns about his early-season form have resurfaced. Lindor acknowledged the need to improve his performance, suggesting that better at-bats could enhance the team's overall offense. The Mets' lineup, bolstered by the addition of Juan Soto, struggled offensively, with Soto being a rare bright spot. Mets manager Carlos Mendoza downplayed concerns, noting the small sample size of three games. Lindor's personal life, with an impending birth of his third child, adds another dimension to his current situation, though he refutes it as a distraction.