Lindor led the Mets to take a 4-1 advantage over the rival Philadelphia Phillies, which helped his team eventually seal the deal and win the NLDS. This was a major relief not only to New York starting pitcher José Quintana but the entire roster for the Mets.

Francisco Lindor reacted to his grand slam like he expected to deliver. Everyone else around him certainly did. Deesha Thosar chronicles the latest chapter in the Mets' charmed run to the NLCS.

Francisco Lindor hit a grand slam in the sixth inning, his latest clutch swing in a storybook season, and the New York Mets reached the National League Championship Series with a 4-1 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies.