Francisco Lindor's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Francisco Lindor.

Francisco Lindor, nicknamed "Mr. Smile," is a professional baseball shortstop currently playing for the New York Mets in MLB. Previously, he played for the Cleveland Indians. A switch-hitter and right-handed thrower, Lindor is known for his positive attitude and on-field talent.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

April 26, 1956: Carrasquel drives in seven runs

On April 26, 1956, Chico Carrasquel drove in seven runs in a game against the Kansas City Athletics.

1996: Martínez's run record

In 1996, Edgar Martinez scored 79 runs before the All-Star break.

1997: Postseason Hits Record

During the 2016 MLB postseason, Francisco Lindor's 16 postseason hits are the most hits by a batter since 1997.

2010: World Junior Baseball Championship

In 2010, Francisco Lindor played for the 18U United States team in the 2010 World Junior Baseball Championship in Thunder Bay, Ontario. The team finished in fifth place and Lindor was named to the All-IBAF Juniors Team at shortstop.

2013: Baseball facility named after Lindor

In 2013, the baseball facility at Montverde Academy was named after Francisco Lindor.

2015: AL Rookie of the Year Voting

In 2015, Francisco Lindor placed second in the American League Rookie of the Year voting.

2016: All-Star Selection and Gold Glove Award

In 2016, Francisco Lindor led the Indians to a World Series appearance and earned his first All-Star selection and Gold Glove Award, becoming the first Puerto Rican shortstop to win the Gold Glove Award.

2016: Gold Glove and Platinum Glove Awards

In 2016, Francisco Lindor was presented with his first Gold Glove Award and first Platinum Glove Award. He was also the 2016 Esurance MLB/This Year in Baseball Award winner for Best Defensive Player and finished ninth in the AL Most Valuable Player Award (MVP) voting.

2017: World Baseball Classic

In 2017, Francisco Lindor played for the Puerto Rican national team at the World Baseball Classic (WBC). He was selected the MVP of Pool D and named to the 2017 All-WBC team.

2017: Silver Slugger Award and All-WBC Team Selection

In 2017, Francisco Lindor won his first Silver Slugger Award. During the 2017 World Baseball Classic, playing for the Puerto Rico national baseball team, Lindor was named to the 2017 All-WBC Team.

2017: Silver Slugger Award and R.B.I. Baseball 18 Cover Athlete

In 2017, end of season awards for Francisco Lindor included selection as shortstop on Baseball America's All-MLB Team, and his first career Silver Slugger Award at shortstop. He finished fifth in the AL MVP voting, and was selected as the cover athlete of the video game R.B.I. Baseball 18.

2017: Previous Grand Slam

In Game 2 of the 2017 AL Division Series, Francisco Lindor previously hit a grand slam.

2018: AL Player of the Month and Multiple Home Run Games

Due to his tremendous month of May, Francisco Lindor was named AL Player of the Month in 2018. He also became the fourth player in history to produce at least two doubles and two home runs in a single game twice in one season.

2018: All-Star Selection and Silver Slugger Award

In 2018, Francisco Lindor was selected to the All-Star Game for the third consecutive year and won the Silver Slugger Award for consecutive years.

2019: All-Star and Gold Glove in 2019

In 2019, Francisco Lindor was again an All-Star and won his second Gold Glove Award at shortstop.

May 31, 2022: National League Player of the Week

On May 31, 2022, Francisco Lindor was named National League Player of the Week. He drove in a run in every game during that week and slashed .348/.407/.870.

December 6, 2022: All-MLB Second Team Selection

On December 6, 2022, Francisco Lindor was named to the All-MLB Second Team.

June 27, 2023: 200th Career Home Run

On June 27, 2023, Francisco Lindor hit his 200th career home run during a game against the Milwaukee Brewers. The home run was hit off pitcher Julio Teherán.

2023: Joins 30-30 Club

In 2023, Francisco Lindor joined the 30–30 club.

2024: Stats for the Year

In 2024, Lindor played in 152 games for the Mets, batting .273/.344/.500 with 33 home runs, 29 stolen bases, and 91 RBI.

2024: Grand Slam in NL Division Series

In Game 4 of the 2024 NL Division Series against the Philadelphia Phillies, Francisco Lindor hit a grand slam off pitcher Carlos Estévez in the bottom of the 6th inning to lift the Mets to a 4–1 lead and propel them to the NL Championship Series.

2024: Mets Clinch Postseason Spot

On September 30, Francisco Lindor hit a go-ahead two-run homer in the top of the 9th inning in the penultimate game of the season, giving the Mets an 8–7 lead over the Atlanta Braves, which proved the final score. This allowed the Mets to clinch a spot in the 2024 MLB postseason.

April 7, 2025: 1,500th Career Hit

On April 7, 2025, during a game against the Miami Marlins, Francisco Lindor achieved his 1,500th career hit. It was a single to left field off Tyler Phillips in the bottom of the 5th inning. Lindor went 3-for-4 with three singles and a run in the 2–0 Mets victory.