“It just hasn't gone his way" – Francisco Lindor backs Mets star’s 40-HR potential

One of the New York Mets team's largest leaders, Francisco Lindor, has stepped up to defend his teammate Mark Vientos. Mark Vientos has had a poor start to the 2025 MLB season, but Francisco Lindor believes that he still possesses power and the ability. He even went on to indicate that Mark Vientos had the potential to hit 40 home runs within a season. Francisco Lindor already said, "It just hasn't gone his way." He was referring to how difficult the beginning has been for Mark Vientos, but is hoping something can be different soon. Mark Vientos had not gone that many games without hitting a home run. His batting average was not very good, and people began to get anxious.He further stated, "He did it, so now on to the next. He's been having good at-bats the whole entire year. It just hasn't gone his way. I think if he stays through the process, if he continues to have good at-bats, he's gonna end up having a successful year." But in recent times, when the Mets played against the St. Louis Cardinals, Mark Vientos hit his season's first home run. The Mets won that game 4–1. This one game may be the beginning of a turnaround. Teammates and fans now expect him to continue hitting this way and take this small accomplishment and make more of it.It’s easy to support players when they are doing well. But supporting someone who is struggling shows true leadership. Francisco Lindor’s support means a lot for a young player like Vientos. Saying he can hit 40 home runs is a huge compliment, and it helps build confidence.Francisco Lindor's comments also indicate that the Mets have a healthy locker room. The players trust one another, and that sort of trust tends to manifest itself in improved performance on the field.Mark Vientos might not be off to a tremendous start this year, but he has one giant advantage working in his favor: endorsement from a superstar like Francisco Lindor. With Francisco Lindor's confidence and a recent home run on his resume, Mark Vientos could right the ship and become a franchise cornerstone hitter for the Mets in 2025.Also Read: Mark Vientos Shares Exciting Reaction To Pete Alonso’s $54,000,000 Re-Signing With Mets