Summary
New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor had minor elbow surgery after the baseball season ended. Lindor is expected to be ready to play by the time spring training starts. He previously played through injuries, including during the 2023 season, when he played with bone spurs in his elbow.
Key Facts
- Francisco Lindor, a shortstop for the New York Mets, had surgery on his right elbow.
- The surgery was a "minor cleanup" to remove bone spurs.
- Lindor is expected to be fully ready for the next baseball season's spring training.
- In 2023, Lindor played 160 games while dealing with bone spurs.
- Lindor had a .267 batting average, hit 31 home runs, and had 86 RBIs in the 2023 season.
- He is signed to a 10-year, $341 million contract with the Mets.
- The Mets' offseason plans might involve changes, but they expect Lindor to be a key player.
