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Tim Capurso

Francisco Lindor Rips Clutch Grand Slam vs. Phillies to Lead Mets to NLCS

New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor hits a grand slam against the Philadelphia Phillies in the sixth inning in Game 4 of the NLDS at Citi Field. | Brad Penner-Imagn Images

New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor, bad back and all, came up with arguably the biggest hit of his MLB career on Wednesday night in Game 4 of the National League Division Series at Citi Field. The Mets had twice loaded the bases earlier in the game but had failed to cash in on any runs.

So when New York, trailing the Phillies 1–0 in the bottom of the sixth inning, loaded the bases a third time, it was paramount that the club at least tie the game. Enter Lindor.

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