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Mets Can’t Rule Out Cutting Ties With Francisco Lindor After Collapse: Insider

Mets Can’t Rule Out Cutting Ties With Francisco Lindor After Collapse: Insider

Summary

The New York Mets are considering major changes after failing to make the playoffs, despite having one of the highest player salaries in Major League Baseball. Injuries and poor performance affected key players, and the team might trade star player Francisco Lindor to restructure. The Mets will evaluate their strategy to improve their future performance.

Key Facts

  • The New York Mets did not qualify for the playoffs this season.
  • The team had one of the highest payrolls in Major League Baseball.
  • Several key players underperformed or were injured, including Kodai Senga and Sean Manaea.
  • Mets manager Carlos Mendoza is under pressure due to the team's poor showing.
  • The team may consider trading star shortstop Francisco Lindor.
  • Lindor has a contract of $341 million over 10 years and is owed over $32 million for six more seasons.
  • Lindor played in his first All-Star game in seven years and had a.267/.346/.466 batting record this season.

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