Dwight Gooden: Lindor Should Be Mets Captain

Dwight Gooden Believes Francisco Lindor Should Be the Next Mets Captain

In an exhilarating moment at Citi Field, New York Mets legend Dwight Gooden made headlines with his bold statement: Francisco Lindor deserves to wear the “C” as the team’s captain. This comes on the heels of the Mets’ impressive postseason run, fueled in large part by Lindor’s standout performances.

During a recent interview, Gooden reflected on the electric atmosphere as he watched Lindor smash a crucial go-ahead grand slam in the sixth inning, a hit that secured the Mets’ spot in the National League Championship Series. Gooden shared his thoughts during that pivotal at-bat, saying, “The key was just to make contact and avoid a grounder. A couple of pitches earlier, he was late on a fastball, so you were just hoping for solid contact.”

Gooden’s concerns quickly evaporated as the ball soared out of the park, setting off a frenzy among Mets fans. “It couldn’t happen to a better guy,” Gooden praised. “He’s been incredibly consistent. Yes, he faced challenges when he first joined the team, but he’s really shown what he’s made of this year, leading by example.”

This sparks the debate: Is Lindor truly worthy of being named the Mets captain? According to Gooden, the answer is a resounding yes. “He plays every game and occupies the demanding shortstop position. From everything I know—having followed him during his time in Cleveland—I absolutely think he deserves it. Of course, the decision isn’t mine, but from where I stand, he’s the clear choice.”

As the Mets gear up for a potential matchup against either the Dodgers or Padres in the NLCS, excitement is building. If they advance and the Yankees do their part, fans might witness a thrilling Subway Series in the World Series. Gooden, who knows that rivalry well from his own career, expressed his hope for such a showdown: “New York deserves that kind of matchup. It would be incredible. No one expected this kind of scenario at the start of the season.”

The baseball world now eagerly anticipates what lies ahead for both teams as they inch closer to the ultimate prize.