Mets' shortstop Lindor returns to lineup after back pain, maintains strong season performance.

New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor has returned to the lineup after a nearly two-week absence due to lower back pain. Team management is optimistic about his ability to play through the remainder of the season as the Mets compete for a National League wild card spot. Lindor has had a strong season, entering his comeback game with a .271 batting average, 31 home runs, and 86 RBIs across 148 games.