While Francisco Lindor doesn’t feature on the Mets’ exclusive “untouchable” lineup of players like Juan Soto, Nolan McLean, Christian Scott, Carson Benge, and A.J. Ewing, the probability of his trade appears quite low.
Trading a high-profile star mid-season, especially one with a $170 million price tag, is inherently challenging. What makes it even more unlikely is the Mets’ own ambitions; they’re gearing up for serious competition by 2027. It’s hard to envision that goal without Lindor, their stellar 30-30 shortstop, in the mix—leading an insider to dismiss any trade whispers as “silly.”
Despite being plagued by injuries this season, Lindor’s value as a player makes him almost impossible to replace.
The Mets face a batting dilemma as their OPS languishes near the bottom of the league at .683, and the upcoming free-agent market offers scant hope. With J.P. Crawford and Ha-Seong Kim representing the best shortstops available, there’s a glaring shortage of power at the plate.