Mets' extension talks with Francisco Lindor 'expected to begin in earnest this week': reportLindor has said he wants any negotiation done by Opening Day, but Sandy Alderson does not view it as a hard deadline3/8/2021, 12:57 PMDanny AbrianoManager of Editorial ProductionFeb 25, 2021; Port St. Lucie, Florida, USA; New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor (12) swings a bat during spring training workouts at Clover Park. / Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports