Francisco Lindor, after a season-long injury, is now healthy and optimistic about the New York Mets' future, expressing his full support for the team's direction and stating, "I don't see myself as an underdog." During the Mets' spring training in Port St. Lucie, Lindor revealed he played the entire 2023 season with an injured elbow but is now ready to contribute to the team's success. Emphasizing his commitment, Lindor mentioned, "I bought into the concept of a long-term view." His leadership role has expanded, as seen in his early arrival in Port St. Lucie to host a mini-camp for younger players, including top prospects Jett Williams and Luisangel Acuña. Williams, whose rise from Texas high school baseball to the Mets' No. 1 prospect has been notable, and Acuña, already a very popular player at camp, are being closely mentored by Lindor. Williams is being evaluated for positions at shortstop and center field, while Acuña is being looked at for shortstop and second base to add versatility. The presence of these top prospects and Lindor's leadership are highlighted as key themes at the Mets' spring training.
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Francisco Lindor's increased role as a leader has been the early theme at #Mets Spring Training @SteveGelbs and @AnthonyDiComo break down his impact and first impressions of top prospect Jett Williams https://t.co/skqUgFBeXz
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Jett Williams will get looks at SS and CF in camp. LuisAngel Acuna at SS and 2B.
Luisangel Acuna already a very popular player at #Mets camp. https://t.co/ptdUilh862
Jett Williams takes BP as Luisangel Acuna looks on. #Mets https://t.co/vrkjzGC1l5
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Lindor was in PSL early hosting a mini-camp of sorts for #Mets younger players. https://t.co/Gig1ROcI1m
Jett Williams and Luisangel Acuña are both in camp. The Mets have Acuña’s locker right next to Lindor. Williams says he worked out with Francisco last week.
METS spring training — Francisco Lindor starts Mets camp healthy after revealing he played entire ’23 season with injured elbow @AbbeyMastracco writes from Port. St. Lucie https://t.co/J1JdnQDkjE
‘I bought into the concept of a long-term view.’ Francisco Lindor explains why he believes the #Mets are moving in the right direction https://t.co/3ufEEWfUtH https://t.co/ZXMCxVlbVm
"I don't see myself as an underdog." Coming off a painful but successful individual season, Francisco Lindor is ready for the Mets to surprise people: https://t.co/LljR7zHRcS
Healthy Francisco Lindor ‘fully on board’ with Mets’ direction after season-long injury https://t.co/Mvp6JlPJSD https://t.co/GwN9FCfd3d