Francisco Lindor was optimistic Mets deal would happen: 'I never drew a line in the sand''I knew Steve (Cohen) wanted it, I knew Sandy (Alderson) wanted it. I wanted it'4/1/2021, 7:49 PMDanny AbrianoManager of Editorial ProductionMar 8, 2021; West Palm Beach, Florida, USA; New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor (12) reacts after his fly ball was caught by Washington Nationals center fielder Victor Robles (16, not pictured) in the 1st inning of the spring training game at The Ballpark of the Palm Beaches. / Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports