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Mets' Javier Baez, Francisco Lindor apologize for thumbs down comments, react to fan backlash
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Baez, Lindor apologize to Mets fans for thumbs-down celebration : r/NewYorkMets
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Mets' Francisco Lindor, Javier Baez apologize to those offended by their thumbs-down gestures - Newsday
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NY Mets: Boos and thumbs aren't about tough or soft, it's right and wrong
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Francisco Lindor on Mets' likely postseason elimination
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Javier Báez scores winning run for Mets' walk-off win
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Mets' Javier Baez delivers best apology with game-winning plays
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Javier Báez, Francisco Lindor Apologize To Mets Fans For Thumbs-Down Gesture - Sports Illustrated New York Mets News, Analysis and More
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