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Francisco Lindor reflects on emotional reaction during Mets’ game against Cubs

Francisco Lindor was one of the key players for the New York Mets in the victory over the Chicago Cubs in the series finale.

Francisco Lindor #12 of the New York Mets reacts after his eighth inning home run against the Chicago Cubs at Citi Field on May 11, 2025 in New York City.
© Jim McIsaac/Getty ImagesFrancisco Lindor #12 of the New York Mets reacts after his eighth inning home run against the Chicago Cubs at Citi Field on May 11, 2025 in New York City.

Francisco Lindor has been one of the New York Mets‘ top performers this MLB season. He continued his strong form with a home run against the Chicago Cubs, an emotional moment that underscored his consistency at the plate.

The Mets are currently among the best teams in the National League East, boasting a 26–15 record. Their position atop the standings reflects their championship ambitions. With Lindor, Juan Soto, and Pete Alonso all performing at a high level, the Mets are quickly becoming one of the teams to beat in the race for the World Series.

With a 6–2 victory over the Cubs, New York strengthened its push toward the postseason. Lindor once again made headlines, not only for his performance on the field but also for his heartfelt reaction after his eighth-inning homer.

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With his family away in recent weeks, Lindor received a surprise visit from them ahead of Sunday’s game. That emotional boost fueled his performance. “Today I just wanted to make sure I did something for the boys… then the emotions just came out,” he told reporters postgame.

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Lindor added, “I definitely had my mom in my mind and my sisters, my wife. Definitely had them in my mind.” On Mother’s Day, the moment served as a reminder of how important his family is to his success, even when he’s already delivering standout results.

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Lindor’s stats in the 2025 MLB regular season

The Mets are enjoying a strong 2025 regular season, with only a few stumbles along the way. Lindor has been one of the team’s top performers at the plate. Through 39 games, the shortstop is nearing 50 hits in 159 at-bats.

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So far this season, Lindor has recorded 8 home runs, including one against the Cubs, along with 27 strikeouts, 13 walks, 25 RBIs, and 26 runs scored across 181 plate appearances.

Lindor’s reaction to Mark Vientos’ home run

Mark Vientos also went deep on Sunday, and the moment didn’t go unnoticed. After the game, he spoke about the emotional reaction from Lindor following his home run against the Cubs.

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“I love it because that’s the type of player I feel like I am. You’re competing, you want to win, you get the win, you let it all out. Show everyone how excited you are,” Vientos told reporters after the victory over Chicago.

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