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Francisco Lindor Out of Mets Lineup After Freak Finger Injury

On Wednesday, Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor knocked in at least one RBI for his 10th straight game, becoming the only player in franchise history besides legendary catcher Mike Piazza to accomplish the feat. He’ll have to wait at least one game to see if he can keep that streak alive.

After back-to-back sweeps of NL East rivals at home, the Mets hit the road for a West Coast swing. They’ll be without Lindor for Thursday’s series opener against the Dodgers, after he suffered a freak finger injury, accidentally closing his hotel door on his hand.

“After I finished my massage I went into my room, and I have double doors.