The Mets are entering a challenging offseason, having already seen key contributors like Pete Alonso and Edwin Díaz leave the team. With spring training still months away, the spotlight turned to team owner Steve Cohen, who broke his silence to address the departures while the organization charts its next steps. 

“I totally understand the fans’ reaction,” Cohen told the New York Post’s Jon Heyman. “There is lots of offseason left to put a playoff team on the field.”

There is still time for the Mets to add talent. Outfielder Kyle Tucker, former Yankee Cody Bellinger, and starters like Framber Valdez and Ranger Suarez remain available, along with several high-leverage relievers. But after losing Nimmo, Díaz, and Alonso, the team faces pressure to make moves that reassure a frustrated fanbase. Adding key players will be essential to restoring confidence before the 2026 season begins. But with tensions high, some fans have started pointing fingers at Francisco Lindor. 

“Starting to wonder if maybe he’s the problem.” A remark from a Mets loyalist put Lindor in question.

Well, Lindor is basically locked in as the Mets’ long-term cornerstone. He’s signed through 2031 on a 10-year, $341 million deal. That kind of contract makes it almost impossible to move him, so he’s clearly meant to be part of the team’s future core. And the Mets might just be more focused on improving the roster around him, something that became even more urgent after losing another franchise player, Pete Alonso.

 Plus, he is coming off a strong 2025 campaign, hitting .267/.346/.466 with 31 HRs and 86 RBIs. This proves that, even at 32, he’s still performing at a high level. But some worry that by the time the Mets manage to rebuild properly, Lindor will already be on the decline. Juan Soto was brought in last year to help turn things around, yet the results haven’t been what fans hoped for.

So now, social media is buzzing with bigger questions. What’s going on inside the Mets clubhouse, and whether Lindor has anything to do with it.

Mets fans are calling out Francisco Lindor

Fans are blaming Lindor for the clubhouse issues that got leaked recently. “Lindor is part of the problem. Chemistry in the locker room started declining when he came in, and then this year reports said he and Soto barely even talked,” one fan said. “I’d argue Lindor could be the primary reason why the team is being broken up. I’m sure more leaks will come out from the players or the organization over time. And I would be surprised if he himself is not moved before OD,” added another.

According to Mike Puma of the New York Post, things got a little heated in June when Francisco Lindor and Jeff McNeil exchanged words after a late-inning defensive miscue against the Phillies. The incident reportedly created some real tension in the Mets clubhouse. Moreover, if you remember, Juan Soto publicly pushed back against the idea of Lindor becoming captain. That only added to the drama.

So it’s not hard to imagine that the overall clubhouse vibe hasn’t been great. And that kind of atmosphere can turn off certain players. Even for the fans, it’s easy to see why guys like Pete Alonso and Edwin Díaz might have felt more eager to move on from the Mets.

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Well, fans have the solution: trade Lindor for good!

“Trade him and load the f*** up,” one user remarked. “I wouldn’t be surprised if Lindor gets traded next, as this is now officially a REBUILD,” added another.

After the Mets’ surprising collapse in 2025, it’s pretty clear they’ll be looking to shake things up heading into the 2026 season. But that raises a big question: could Francisco Lindor be part of those changes?

With the numbers he has put up this season, this might actually be the Mets’ best window to move him. “Maybe you trade Lindor now – go all the way,” another user agrees.

Hence, moving Lindor might also help patch up a few holes on the roster. Just at a time when the Mets seem to be letting other reliable players slip away.