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Juan Soto is getting recruited to the Mets by Francisco Lindor, who could lure him from Yankees

Juan Soto is the biggest free agent available in the MLB.

After a shocking postseason run in 2024, the New York Mets are looking to improve by potentially adding a crosstown rival from the New York Yankees.

Although the Mets and Yankees did not actually get to face off against each other in the MLB World Series for the first time in more than two decades, they will have their own competition this offseason in the free agency pursuit of Juan Soto.

According to baseball insider Jeff Passan, the Mets and Yankees are the “two favorites” to sign the four-time MLB All-Star. Here is more from Passan on how the Mets are getting help from another star already on their roster (via ESPN):

“The Mets’ pursuit has gotten a hand from shortstop Francisco Lindor, who would love another star in Queens and has taken a role in recruiting Soto, while the Yankees can point to Soto’s excellence in the Bronx this season as a precursor for more.”

Lindor, also a four-time All-Star, came to the Mets in 2021 and was in contention for the National League MVP this past season.

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The presence of both Lindor and Soto would make the Mets one of the most intimidating teams in the NL again next season.

New York’s Pete Alonso is also a free agent, but it appears Mets owner Steve Cohen is willing to spend whatever it takes to make this team contend for a title.

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John Mayer shared a beautiful, lengthy tribute to Francisco Lindor and the Mets on his Instagram

Who knew John Mayer had this much to say about the New York Mets?!

The legendary musician John Mayer revealed that one of his biggest inspirations was New York Mets superstar Francisco Lindor.

Mayer, who has won seven Grammy awards during his music career and is also the frontman of Dead & Company, shared a touching tribute to the New York shortstop for his effort during the MLB playoffs.

According to Mayer, the way that Lindor played during the postseason was a huge reason he has kept performing at such a high level as well. He was able to compare New York’s grueling playoff run to his own struggles playing at The Sphere in Las Vegas, including insights into how he recovered from an injury of his own.

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Here is more from Mayer:

“If I had one secret of success to share with you, it’s to pick someone in life you admire and run alongside them. You don’t have to know them to decide that if they can keep going, you can keep going. And the Mets kept going.

I hope that in the next few days, after the disappointment has had its say, that Francisco and the entire team realizes that what they accomplished was enough. Their monumental run was enough to unify a city, bring together families, friends, and remind us all that above all else, nothing is more powerful a force in achieving success than effort. A boring word, “effort.” But it’s the only chance of good becoming great and that greatness taking hold for the long run.”

Mayer has worn a Lindor shirt on stage during performances in the past:

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He has also supported the Mets at Dodger Stadium and at Citi Field against the Red Sox.

Mayer is originally from Connecticut but his family roots for New York.

The musician has taken photographs with the Mets broadcasting booth.

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This Francisco Lindor NLCS Game 3 play proved why his Gold Glove snub was absurd

Francisco Lindor does not need a Gold Glove to be incredible.

New York Mets superstar Francisco Lindor further proved on Wednesday night why his not being a Gold Glove finalist is absolutely ridiculous.

During Game 3 of the NLCS against the Los Angeles Dodgers, Lindor stunned the fans at Citi Field. He snagged a Mookie Betts hit in the top of the fifth inning and somehow threw Betts from the other side of the diamond out before he got to first base.

Even the broadcast noted how silly it is that Lindor somehow didn’t make the shortlist for the Gold Glove this year.

This play cements what a missed opportunity it was to honor Lindor for his outstanding season in the outfield. New York will take plays like this every day of the week, though.

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Mets radio legend Howie Rose delivered an unforgettable call of Francisco Lindor’s Game 4 grand slam

What a call from Howie Rose.

The New York Mets completed a decisive 2024 NLDS victory over the Philadelphia Phillies on Wednesday night at Citi Field, thanks in part to superstar shortstop Francisco Lindor.

In the bottom of Game 4’s sixth inning, Lindor hit an absolutely seismic grand slam to give the Mets a 4-1 lead that the team didn’t relinquish for the rest of the ball game.

Without Lindor’s heroics, it’s fair to wonder if the Phillies could’ve tied the series up and sent it back to Philadelphia for Game 5. Thanks to them, however, New York fans don’t have to think about that scenario.

To make it all that much better, beloved Mets radio broadcaster Howie Rose delivered a truly phenomenal call of Lindor’s grand slam, which you can hear below.

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How to buy New York Mets 2024 NLCS tickets

The New York Mets are headed to the NLCS after defeating the Philadelphia Phillies and tickets are selling fast.

OMG, the New York Mets are headed to the National League Championship Series.

The Mets advanced from the Division Series on Wednesday, eliminating their, the Philadelphia Phillies, in four games.

While the Mets do not yet know their opponent, the team will open the series on the road no matter which California team moves onto the NLCS.

Tickets are already available for the Mets NLCS home games, which would be Game 3, Game 4 and potentially Game 5 if the series reaches that far.

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2024 NLCS schedule

Game 1: Sunday, Oct. 13 at LA Dodgers/SD Padres, time TBD

Game 2: Monday, Oct. 14 at LA Dodgers/SD Padres, time TBD

Game 3: Wednesday, Oct. 16 at New York Mets, time TBD – BUY TICKETS

Game 4: Thursday, Oct. 17 at New York Mets, time TBD – BUY TICKETS

Game 5 (if necessary): Friday, Oct. 18 at New York Mets, time TBD – BUY TICKETS

Game 6 (if necessary): Sunday, Oct. 20 at LA Dodgers/SD Padres, time TBD

Game 7 (if necessary): Monday, Oct. 21 at LA Dodgers/SD Padres, time TBD

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NY Mets NLCS ticket prices

Home Game 1: From $297

Home Game 2: From $286

Home Game 3 (if necessary): From $273

Hypothetical Mets World Series tickets are also available. The tickets are conditional, so if the Mets’ playoff run continues, you’re in. If they do not win the pennant, you will receive a refund.

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Mets announcer Gary Cohen delivered perfect call after New York stunningly made the playoffs

It was one of the remarkable games in franchise history for the Mets. 

It was one of the remarkable games in franchise history for the Mets.

For a game filled with as much joy and anxiety as the first game of the double-header between the Braves and the Mets, it was only fitting that the final call would match that energy.

Fortunately for fans in New York, the moment that clinched a postseason berth for the franchise was met with commentary that was fitting for all of the excitement.

As the Mets earned the final out of of the game in the bottom of the ninth inning, SNY’s play-by-play announcer Gary Cohen delivered a perfect call.

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He said that “from 0-5 to OMG, the Mets are going to the postseason” in a beautiful, memorable summary of the events.

It is remarkable how far this New York team has come from how the season started to where it is now, clinching an appearance in the playoffs.

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The 20 top selling MLB jerseys in 2023

Which player topped the list of MLB jersey sales in 2023?

When the calendar flips to October, it means one thing for many sports fans: playoff baseball.

Major League Baseball’s postseason is in full swing. It’s once again time for history to be written on the diamond and showcase the game’s biggest stars shining their brightest.

At the end of every regular season, the MLB releases the top-selling jerseys from that season.

Unsurprisingly, the list contains plenty of playoff contenders, a multitude of MVP candidates and simply some of the best baseball players on the planet

Check out the full list below, and grab a jersey to support your favorite player as the remaining lucky few march on towards the 2023 World Series.

Francisco Lindor gets unnecessarily ripped by Phillies announcers over a casual throw to first

Was this really a showboating play?

Can we put this one to rest real quick?

Because Francisco Lindor didn’t do anything wrong here.

In Wednesday’s New York Mets win over the Philadelphia Phillies, Edmundo Sosa hit a ball right to the star shortstop, which was the first out. The runner, Kody Clemens, heading to second was caught, so Lindor simply threw it without much velocity over to first base to get the double play.

Sure, the ball bounced twice, but whatever! You don’t want to overthrow it or anything to lose out on such an easy play, right? Except the Phillies’ broadcast booth didn’t take kindly to the casual throw.

One of Tom McCarthy or Ben Davis — I can’t tell — said, “I’m not a big fan. Be a little bit more professional about it.”

I disagree! Either way, this reminds me that the Mets’ announcers don’t love the Phillies, either.

Francisco Lindor legged out an epic inside-the-park home run at the World Baseball Classic

INSIDE-THE-PARK HOME RUN AT THE WORLD BASEBALL CLASSIC!

In a win-or-go-home matchup at the 2023 World Baseball Classic, Francisco Lindor certainly made his mark.

On Wednesday, Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic were locked in a must-win game to determine which team would head to the World Baseball Classic quarterfinals and which team would go home. Both the Dominican Republic and Puerto Rico came into Wednesday’s game with a 2-1 record, with the winner set to advance to the next stage of the tournament alongside Venezuela.

Puerto Rico jumped out to an early 4-1 lead after the third inning of this Pool D matchup, with Lindor playing a major role in the team’s scoring breakout thanks to a RBI single. Then, in the top of the fifth, Lindor lined a ball to center field for what was set to be a single, but the Dominican Republic fielder whiffed on the play! Lindor then flew around the bases for an incredible inside-the-park home run to put Puerto Rico emphatically up 5-1.

What a run from Lindor. Given that the Dominican Republic didn’t even throw home on that play, Lindor had room and then some to spare on the slide. Talk about a fantastic individual effort in a do-or-die game.

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The Mets hit back-to-back-to-back HRs and the luckiest good dog got their paws all over a ball

A round of a-paws for this lucky fan.

While their crosstown neighbors were enjoying a historic night of home runs and some overzealous, courageous fans, the Mets were having their own homer paw-ty on Tuesday.

With New York taking on the Nationals (+1.5) and starter Paolo Espino in the second game of a doubleheader, the first three people in the Mets’ lineup — Brandon Nimmo, Franciso Lindor, and Jeff McNeil — wasted no time shelling the pitcher. After Nimmo launched a solo shot to give the Mets an early 1-0 lead in the first inning, Lindor would follow with his own homer. As would McNeil.

Yes, the Mets went back-to-back-to-back in the first inning. But that’s not the main story, folks. What you simply have to know is that the most adorable golden retriever eventually, uh, retrieved Lindor’s homer in the upper deck.

And this Most Valuable Puppy’s joy at holding an All-Star level player’s dinger up was evident and so, so cute:

If that good boy/girl was having a ruff day beforehand, there’s no way getting Lindor’s home run ball didn’t lift their spirits.