Max Scherzer's gritty outing, team's benches-clearing defense of Francisco Lindor highlight developing difference in 2022 MetsThe Mets didn't back down from the Nationals in Friday's 7-3 win4/9/2022, 5:40 AMJohn HarperMLB Freelance Writer/On-air TalentApr 8, 2022; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor (12) covers his face after being hit by pitch while manager Buck Showalter (11) walks with him during the fifth inning against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports / © Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY SportsApr 8, 2022; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; New York Mets starting pitcher Max Scherzer (21) 2on the pitcher's mound during the fourth inning against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports / © Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports