The New York Mets extended their losing streak to six games on August 9, falling 7-4 to the Milwaukee Brewers. This defeat marked their 10th loss in 11 outings, adding to mounting frustration around the team‘s recent performance. Despite a sloppy effort, the Mets had a chance to secure a win but were set back by a critical error from star shortstop Francisco Lindor.
Lindor’s Error Changes Momentum in Second Inning
New York led 1-0 going into the second inning before Lindor’s rare misplay shifted the game’s momentum. With two outs and the bases loaded, Brewers infielder Joey Ortiz faced pitcher Frankie Montas with a 2-2 count. Ortiz sent a 95 mph fastball up the middle as a choppy ground ball, which bounced off Lindor’s glove instead of being cleanly fielded. This allowed two Milwaukee runners to score and handed the Brewers a 2-1 lead.
“It’s a two-run error charged to Francisco Lindor, with last night’s defensive hero Blake Perkins running hard to score from second base for a 2-1 Brewers lead.” —Adam McCalvy, Beat Reporter
Lindor’s Visible Frustration Captures Attention
The error visibly affected Lindor, resulting in an unprecedented display of frustration. Cameras captured him slamming his glove on the dugout bench multiple times as he walked back after the play. Social media quickly circulated clips of this reaction, highlighting how unusual it is for the Mets’ captain to show such raw emotion.
Star Shortstop Reflects Candidly on the Mistake
Following the game, Lindor addressed the media and provided an honest assessment of the error. He acknowledged the execution of Montas’ pitch and took full responsibility for failing to complete a routine ground ball.
“I wasn’t able to help Montas that inning. He executed, got us the pitch we needed to get out of that inning without damage against — it’s a routine groundball and should have been made. Montas is a guy going through it and I wanted to be there for him in that moment,”
Lindor said, according to John Flanigan of SNY.
“I take a lot of pride in my defense. The pitchers work as hard as they can, they execute the pitch and if there’s a groundball to me it’s up to me to be able to finish the play for them,”
he added.
“I think that’s the frustrating part of this — every year there’s a moment where I vent out like that, just this time it was right there in the dugout. I have to be better. I have to pick up my teammates and be there for them, I just have to be better.”
Mets Look Ahead to Avoid Series Sweep
Despite the costly error and mounting losses, Lindor and the Mets must regroup quickly. With a chance to prevent a sweep by the Brewers, New York will look to rebound in their upcoming game on August 10. A victory would provide relief and momentary respite amid a difficult stretch for the team.