The 2025 New York Mets have quite the power stacked lineup atop a solid pitching rotation. While the positive influence of Shortstop Francisco Lindor partially convinced superstar Outfielder Juan Soto, 26, to join Lindor, newly re-signed first baseman Pete Alonso, 30, the stage was set for one of the most formidable teams to shine. Here is why Lindor definitely deserves the title of team captain.
The team has been fortunate and very blessed when star third baseman David Wright debuted in 2004. Some of his most memorable moments such as 2006 and that historic playoff run are what comes to mind, and a leaping barehanded grab at the hot corner all but solidified the hype surrounding the future of this team.
One notable historic year was indeed 2015 and that magical World Series appearance.
As the saying goes, all good things do come to an end, as the aging captain, who was given his respective title in 2013, had his career cut short due to a diagnosis of Spinal Stenosis.
When the beloved captain retired, it left a significant void in the clubhouse, not to mention the hearts of millions of Mets fans alike.
The years to follow remained bleak. While many players remained big names, the obvious was that no one was on that level of leadership or mentality as the captain who truly demonstrated absolute professionalism and dignity.
Enter Francisco Lindor, now 31, who was signed in 2021, coming over from Cleveland.
One of Cleveland’s most talented stars was inked to a 341 million dollar deal with the Mets.
In 2018 for them he hit 38 home runs, 92 RBis, batting .277 with a .352 OBP.
2019 was just as spectacular, as he hit 32 home runs,, 74 RBIs, batting .284 with a .335 OBP.
During his first year with the Mets, Lindor struggled, making some fans concerned. The media was buzzing with upmost panic, and the fans had a lot to say, mostly negative things.
2022 was somewhat better, and Lindor had all along never lost his hope in turning things around for the better. Despite the heavy speculation and widespread panic from the fans and several outlets, his progress remained consistent. He hit 26 home runs and 107 RBIs, batting .270 with a .339 OBP. He was on of the main reasons for the team appearing in the NL wild card game. although they did not meet the ultimate goal going further, his optimism was a key factor in the “impossible” becoming a reality, even if short lived.
2023 and 2024 made the Lindor haters and critics swallow their disrespect.
2024 in particular, where the team appeared dead by June as far as playoff contention was concerned. Lindor himself called a players only team meeting, then same day hit a two run blast.
Once again the team was on a roll, winning 7 straight and and suddenly one of the best teams in MLB.
The team appeared in the NLCS that season despite falling to the hands of baseball’s most feared the LA Dodgers.
Lindor had entered his name into the MVP conversation that year, hitting 33 home runs and 91 RBIs, batting .273 with a .344 OBP.
The constant leadership atop grade A quality defense and offense is alone enough to make me think, this guy has given his all atop the doubts and odds, also perseverance in tough years.
Lindor is a genuine smiling person who, like Wright, displays honorable respect and professionalism while leading the team both on and off the field. Everyone gravitates towards him, even guys on other teams.
I personally feel the time has come for the team to recognize just how key he is and give him the title he respectfully deserves.
David Wright will always be another captain who the fans can look back on and smile about. Right now, we are witnessing someone with that same potential right before our very eyes. If anyone deserves it, Lindor is that guy.
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