Overview
- The five-time All-Star took his first swings since hamate surgery this week and told The Post he expects to be ready for Opening Day.
- He underwent the procedure on February 11, and the typical six-week recovery places his return near the Mets' March 26 game against the Pirates.
- Lindor has resumed throwing and still needs to clear fielding grounders, sliding, and hitting against live pitching before full clearance.
- Reporting suggests the club may manage his return conservatively, with his availability likely finalized closer to the opener.
- His status carries added weight after withdrawing from the World Baseball Classic and as New York projects a larger offensive load for him with Pete Alonso and Brandon Nimmo gone.