Mets first-half report card: Francisco Lindor and Brandon Nimmo shine, but two veterans post failing grades

The Mets’ season was headed toward the bottom of Flushing Bay on May 29, but a 27-13 surge into the All-Star break changed the conversation. The second half will begin Friday with the Mets firmly in the hunt for a postseason berth. A look at the first-half grades: Francisco Lindor: A- Moved to the leadoff...