“Because he’s Francisco Lindor,” Vientos said. “Because when you’re the best player on the field, when the moment is perfect for you, you’re going to come through. And honestly, before the game, I knew he was due to do something big. I knew it. I had a feeling.

Once again needing clutch performances, the Mets, led by Francisco Lindor, proved their mettle again to beat the Phillies in the NLDS.

It was one of those rare sporting moments that allow you to tell people you didn’t just watch it. You felt it.