Francisco Lindor's clutch return propels the Mets to a 4-2 comeback win over the Rockies on June 7, 2025. See how his pinch-hit double stunned Coors Field!
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Just when you thought the thin mountain air of Coors Field might have gotten the best of the Mets, a familiar face returned to remind everyone why this team is different. Down to their final outs and trailing by a run, Francisco Lindor, in his first at-bat back from injury, strode to the plate as a pinch-hitter and delivered a signature moment: a go-ahead, two-run double that stunned the Rockies and propelled the Mets to a dramatic 4-2 victory.
In his first plate appearance back from injury, Francisco Lindor delivered a pinch-hit, two-run double in the top of the ninth to give the Mets a lead they would not relinquish.
It was a scene straight out of a movie. After being sidelined with a nagging injury, Francisco Lindor's return was highly anticipated, but no one could have scripted it better. With the Mets trailing 2-1 in the ninth, manager Carlos Mendoza called his number. Lindor answered emphatically, lacing a double that scored two and flipped the script on the entire game. It wasn't just the hit; it was the timing, the pressure, and the immediate reminder of the invaluable leadership and clutch performance he brings. The dugout erupted, and Mets fans everywhere breathed a collective sigh of relief. The captain is back, and he didn't miss a beat.
Lindor's heroics wouldn't have been possible without a full team effort to keep the game within reach. Kodai Senga was masterful on the mound, tossing six brilliant innings of one-run ball while fanning six Rockies. The 'Ghost Fork' was in full effect, keeping Colorado's hitters off-balance and giving his offense a chance. That chance was first seized by Pete Alonso, who ripped a crucial game-tying two-run double in the seventh. After a scoreless eighth from Ryne Stanek, the stage was perfectly set for the ninth-inning fireworks, with Edwin Díaz shutting the door for the save.
While Lindor played the hero, Juan Soto continued his season-long campaign as the team's most consistent offensive force. The superstar outfielder was a menace at the plate yet again, going 3-for-4 with a walk and scoring two of the Mets' four runs. Every time you look up, Soto is on base, creating opportunities and putting immense pressure on opposing pitchers. His ability to get on base ahead of power hitters like Alonso—and now a healthy Lindor—is the engine that drives this first-place machine.
The good news wasn't limited to the big league club. Reports from the minors indicate that No. 6 prospect, pitcher Jonah Tong, is continuing his impressive development. After a breakout 2024 where he led the organization with 160 strikeouts, Tong is reportedly making significant strides with his changeup. Seeing the top of the farm system produce high-upside arms provides even more long-term optimism for a franchise that's clearly firing on all cylinders.
This wasn't just another win; it was a statement. A resilient, gut-check victory on the road, sparked by the dramatic return of a team leader. At 40-24, the Mets are not just sitting in first place; they're proving they have the talent, depth, and sheer willpower to stay there. With Lindor back in the lineup alongside the scorching-hot Soto and a reliable rotation, the message to the rest of the NL East is clear: the road to the division title runs through Queens. Now, let's go win the series tomorrow.
