Acce s the Mets beat like never before Join Post Sports+ for exciting subscriber-only features, including real-time texting with Mike Puma about the inside buzz on the Mets. First, Francisco Lindor was named the starter for the upcoming All-Star Game in Atlanta, ending a six-year drought for the Mets shortstop. Then, he went out and performed like one. Lindor, batting second for the first time this season, broke out of his extended slump with a home run, three hits and three RBI in the nightcap of the Mets doubleheader split against the Brewers at Citi Field. This is something you cant take for granted, Lindor said . Its a fantastic event. Im Shawn Dubin Jersey honored, ble sed. I was extremely happy and proud and ecstatic. He dismi sed the idea that his selection, his first since 2019 as a member of the Guardians (then the Indians), gave him any extra energy, or where he hit in the batting order mattered much. Manager Carlos Mendoza moved Brandon Nimmo into the leadoff spot in place of Lindor to separate the left-handed hitters, Nimmo and Juan Soto. Explore More I felt good in the first game, just didnt get the barrel to the baseball, Lindor said. In the second game, I actually got the barrel to the baseball. A year ago at this time, Lindor was an All-Star snub, despite putting up deserving numbers. Francisco Lindor rips an RBI double during the eighth inning of the Mets 7-3 win over the Brewers in Game 2 of their split doubleheader on July 2, 2025. Corey Sipkin for New York Post This time, an argument could be made that Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz deserved the nod over him. De La Cruz, however, wasnt even a finalist Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts was. This will mark Lindors fifth trip to the showcase, and first start in the game. Francisco Lindor celebrates after hitting a solo homer in the second inning of the Mets Game 2 win over the Brewers. Corey Sipkin for New York Post The last Mets shortstop to start in the Midsummer Cla sic was Jose Reyes in 2007. He was also voted the starter in 2011, but didnt appear in the game due to an injury. I want to take a moment to thank the fans because Im an All-Star because of them, Lindor said. Thank you to everyone who voted for me. The trainers that kept me on the field, my teammates, coaches who prepare me day in and day out. Im ble sed to be in this position. Francisco Lindor was named to the 2025 NL All-Star team. Charles Wenzelberg/New York Post Lindor was in the midst of a major slump, an 8-for-60 slide that dated back to June 15. It wasnt a coincidence that the Mets had struggled mightily in that span, in the throes of losing 14 of their past 17 games. Wednesday night, he came through, and the Mets beat a quality team. Delivering insights on all things Amazins Sign up for Inside the Mets by Mike Puma, exclusively on Sports+ Thank you By clicking above you agree to the and . Enjoy this Post Sports+ exclusive newsletter! Lindor was the lone Mets player voted in by the fans. Pete Alonso finished second behind Dodgers first baseman Freddie Freeman and Juan Soto was fifth among outfielders. Both will likely be selected as reserves on Sunday, along with closer Edwin Daz. Im honored. Im proud to be able to take the field in Atlanta as a Met, Lindor said. Its going to be good. Jeremy Pena Jersey