Former Mets closer and captain John Franco wants to see Francisco Lindor become just the fifth team captain in franchise history.

New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor (unofficially) quietly started his fifth Queens season Saturday. We only say “quietly” because Lindor, a four-time All-Star and face of the Mets, went 0-for-2 in a victory over the Astros.

PORT ST. LUCIE — Francisco Lindor doesn’t officially hold the title of captain with the Mets. No one has held that title since David Wright’s career ended at the conclusion of the 2018 season. If you ask Lindor, he doesn’t need the formal title.

We’re in the entertainment business, and to be able to connect with the fans the way we did last year was fantastic,” Lindor said.

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