Francisco Lindor (shortstop for the New York Mets) is having a challenging start to the 2023 MLB season, characterized by defensive miscues and offensive struggles. In a recent game against the Oakland Athletics, Lindor failed to execute a potential double play, allowing a run to score. This incident is part of a pattern of mental errors that have plagued him early in the season. Offensively, Lindor is slashing .167/.296/.250, with no home runs or RBIs, which is significantly below his career averages. Manager Carlos Mendoza noted that Lindor's performance is atypical, stating, 'It’s hard to explain.' Despite these challenges, Lindor remains optimistic, mentioning a three-game hit streak and expressing confidence that he is 'trending in the right direction.' Mendoza believes that the team will address the mental mistakes and improve as the season progresses.