Francisco Lindor absolutely brought the thunder on Saturday night, dropping a pair of bombs against the New York Yankees that etched his name deeper into Mets history. He didn’t just have a good game, he made *history*, carving out his own spot ahead of a franchise icon with a truly unforgettable performance.
The Slam Heard ‘Round Queens
Talk about a moment! Lindor’s second homer wasn’t just any dinger; it was a grand slam in the eighth inning that officially put him past Mets legend Mike Piazza for the most grand slams in franchise history. That blast was Lindor’s seventh career grand slam with the Mets, and that count includes postseason slams, which just shows how much this guy has delivered in big spots. Piazza is one of the most accomplished players to ever wear the Mets uniform, so for Lindor to pass him in any category, especially such a clutch one, tells you everything you need to know about the impact he’s made.
Subway Series Showdown Turns Into A Beatdown
But this wasn’t a one-and-done for Lindor. He kicked off the night with another shot in the first inning and finished 3-for-5 with five RBIs as the Mets totally dismantled the Yankees 12-2. Yeah, you read that right, 12-2! They even chased Gerrit Cole from the mound in the fifth after racking up five runs against him, turning the heated Subway Series into a complete one-sided affair. This wasn’t some random flash in the pan either; Lindor came into this game already crushing it with 20 home runs and a .764 OPS on the season, and seven of those dingers have come in his last 12 games. The dude is on fire right now.
Bragging Rights And A New Franchise Icon
Even with the Mets sitting at 69-79 and out of the postseason hunt, and the Yankees clinging on at 85-63, 3.5 games back of the Tampa Bay Rays in the AL East, this game was pure fire because it was the Subway Series. These games are all about bragging rights, and Lindor made damn sure the Mets left Yankee Stadium with them firmly in hand. Lindor has already established himself as one of the franchise’s most important players, and now he owns a record once held by one of the most beloved. He just keeps building that legend, and you gotta wonder what other milestones are next for this guy!
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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