Mets Star Lindor Confident for Opening Day After Injury

Shortstop says he's on track to return from rehab in time for season opener

Published on Mar. 5, 2026

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New York Mets star shortstop Francisco Lindor told The New York Post that he is '100% confident' he will be ready to play on Opening Day after recently hitting for the first time in his injury rehab. Lindor said the team is 'checking the boxes' in his recovery process.

Why it matters

Lindor is a key player for the Mets, and his return from injury will be crucial to the team's success in the upcoming season. His confidence in being ready for Opening Day is an encouraging sign for Mets fans.

The details

Lindor has been rehabbing an injury and recently hit for the first time as part of that process. He told The Post that he believes he can 'make it for Opening Day' and that the team is making good progress in his recovery.

  • Lindor hit for the first time on Wednesday.

The players

Francisco Lindor

A star shortstop for the New York Mets who is currently rehabbing an injury.

Freddy Peralta

A pitcher for the Mets who is part of the team's six-man rotation.

Nolan McLean

A pitcher for the Mets who is part of the team's six-man rotation.

David Peterson

A pitcher for the Mets who is part of the team's six-man rotation.

Clay Holmes

A pitcher for the Mets who is part of the team's six-man rotation.

Sean Manaea

A pitcher for the Mets who is part of the team's six-man rotation.

Kodai Senga

A pitcher for the Mets who is part of the team's six-man rotation.

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What they’re saying

“One hundred percent, I think I can make it for Opening Day.”

— Francisco Lindor (The New York Post)

“We're checking the boxes along the way.”

— Francisco Lindor (The New York Post)

What’s next

The Mets will continue to monitor Lindor's progress in his rehab as they determine if he will be ready for the team's season opener.

The takeaway

Lindor's confidence in his ability to return in time for Opening Day is a positive sign for the Mets, who will be counting on the star shortstop to help lead the team to success in the upcoming season.