In the meantime, Mets prospect Luisangel Acuña will continue to fill in for Lindor at shorstop, where he’s done an impressive job. In seven games, Acuña is 8-for-23 (.348 batting average) with four extra-base hits, including two home runs and five RBIs.

The surprise is how well the Mets have compensated for Francisco Lindor missing from the leadoff spot and shortstop in the week he has been out.

The Mets bounced back from a lopsided loss the night before, riding on belief while awaiting the return of two key players.