Willing the Mets to reach $ 300 million with Lindor

The New York Mets seem to be ready to reach the figure of $ 300 million in order to tie the star Puerto Rican shortstop Francisco Lindor with a multi-year contract.

At least that was stated by MLB Network journalist Jon Heyman, who reported on his Twitter account that such a source assured him.

If correct, the Mets seem determined to keep the valuable siore, which Cleveland owner Paul Dolan said was very costly for the Indians franchise. It is alleged that at some point the Indians made an offer of $ 200 million to the Cagueño.

Lindor confirmed on Saturday that he and his representatives are already in talks. And they would be under pressure to complete a deal in less than two weeks, as the Puerto Rican has said he will not negotiate once the 2021 MLB season begins, which starts on April 1st.

The Mets acquired Lindor in January in a trade with Cleveland, and received a contract for this season of $ 22.3 million. He said his goal is a multi-year pact of more than $ 300 million.

According to Heyman, it is unclear how Lindor will react, but he stated that the fact that the Mets are willing to reach that number is a source of optimism.