Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor continues rehabbing a strained left calf and is nearing a possible return to the major league lineup. Lindor last played for New York on April 22 after injuring the calf while running the bases against the Minnesota Twins. Since then, the Mets have increased his activity through baseball and minor-league rehab work. Manager Carlos Mendoza says Lindor played a two-inning simulated game, though he did not run the bases during that session. Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns and team officials indicate an expectation that Lindor will begin playing games for New York during June, with Mendoza suggesting the end of his injured list stint is approaching.
The club’s rehab plan includes further minor-league appearances. Yahoo Sports reports Lindor is set to play another rehab game with Triple-A Syracuse on Tuesday, and additional reporting indicates a rehab assignment beginning with Double-A Binghamton before that sequence. Some outlets also report the Mets could activate Lindor for a doubleheader as early as Wednesday, depending on how he progresses.
