Lindor Was ‘Deprecated’ from All-Star Squad Despite Playing Like MVP? Braves Dragged Into Drama As Mets Fans Accuse of ‘Black Hand’ Behind the Scenes!
Francisco Lindor’s All-Star Snub Sparks MLB-Wide Controversy
In a move that has Mets Nation up in arms, Francisco Lindor has been left off the 2025 MLB All-Star roster, despite putting up MVP-caliber numbers and leading the Mets through one of their most resilient first halves in recent memory.
Fans and analysts alike are stunned by the decision—and now, tensions are rising as fingers begin pointing toward the Atlanta Braves, with some Mets supporters alleging backdoor influence and biased media manipulation.
“Deprecated? How does one of the league’s most complete shortstops get ignored unless there’s something shady going on?” wrote one furious fan on X.
Lindor’s 2025 Season: MVP-Level Numbers
Francisco Lindor has been the heartbeat of the Mets this season, silencing critics with one of his best campaigns yet.
Key Stats (as of All-Star announcement):
- Batting Average: .311
- Home Runs: 21
- RBIs: 68
- Stolen Bases: 18
- WAR: Top 5 in the NL
Beyond the stats, Lindor has been a defensive cornerstone and clubhouse leader, anchoring the infield with his trademark flair and confidence.
“If he’s not an All-Star, then what are we even voting for?” said one exasperated broadcaster during an SNY postgame show.
The Braves Connection: Conspiracy or Coincidence?
Adding gasoline to the fire is the fact that three Braves infielders made the cut—a move many Mets fans see as more than just a coincidence.
Several fans online are floating theories of a “black hand” behind the scenes, suggesting a mix of media bias, regional favoritism, and under-the-table influence that tipped the balance in favor of Atlanta’s stars.
“Lindor had better numbers than [Braves infielder], but guess who made it? It’s a setup. A Braves-backed setup,” posted a popular Mets account with over 100,000 followers.
The drama has sparked hashtags like #LindorDeservedIt, #FreeTheMets, and #BravesBias, all trending by the hour.
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MLB’s Voting System Under Fire – Again
This isn’t the first time MLB’s All-Star voting system has drawn scrutiny, but this case may be the most explosive yet. With fans voting online and final decisions made with a mix of player ballots and league discretion, many are calling the system flawed, opaque, and easily manipulated.
“How can the guy leading most shortstops in WAR and RBIs not be selected? It’s either incompetence or influence,” said one ESPN panelist.
Lindor’s Reaction: Classy But Cold
So far, Lindor has responded with professionalism—at least on the surface. Speaking to reporters after the announcement, he said:
“It’s out of my control. I’ll just keep playing baseball. The Mets need wins, not awards.”
But insiders suggest Lindor is privately furious, seeing the snub as a slap in the face—not just to him, but to the entire team’s first-half effort.
“He’s angry. You can see it in how he’s taking at-bats—like he’s trying to prove something every swing,” said a clubhouse source.
Braves Respond With Silence
As accusations swirl, the Braves organization has not commented publicly, but the silence itself is only fueling fan suspicion.
“No statement. No defense. That says it all,” one Mets blogger wrote.
Conclusion: A Rivalry Reignited, a League Divided
What should’ve been a celebration of the league’s best talent has instead turned into a firestorm of accusations and deepening rivalries. Francisco Lindor’s exclusion isn’t just a snub—it’s become a symbol of perceived bias and favoritism across MLB.
As the Mets push toward October and Lindor continues to perform like a man on a mission, this All-Star drama may be far from over. In fact, it might just be the start of the fiercest Mets-Braves war in years.
