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Mets Put Francisco Lindor on 10-Day IL With Calf Strain

The move tests New York's thin infield depth during a rough 8-16 start.

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Apr 17, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor (12) runs after hitting a double against the Chicago Cubs during the first inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • The Mets placed shortstop Francisco Lindor on the 10-day injured list Thursday after an MRI showed a left calf strain, and manager Carlos Mendoza said he will be out "for quite a bit."
  • New York recalled infielder Ronny Mauricio from Triple-A Syracuse to fill the roster spot, recalled right-hander Christian Scott to start Thursday, and optioned right-hander Austin Warren.
  • Lindor hurt the calf rounding third on Francisco Alvarez's double during Wednesday's 3-2 win over the Twins that ended a 12-game skid.
  • The injury landed the same day Juan Soto returned from his own calf strain, highlighting a fragile stretch for a team trying to steady itself at 8-16.
  • Bo Bichette shifted from third to shortstop after Lindor exited, and the club has the option to use either him or Mauricio at short as it sets daily lineups during Lindor's first IL stint since 2021.