Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani and the New York Mets’ champ Francisco Lindor might be rivals on the field, but off the field, they’re mates. Both the front runners are vying for the MVP award in the National leagues and are also connected through their endorsements. That’s right—both Ohtani and Lindor are proudly endorsed by New Balance. And guess what? It’s time for another thrilling collection!

This one is extra special because Francisco Lindor, the superstar shortstop for the New York Mets, is launching his very first signature line—The Lindor Signature Collection on Sept 12. The collaboration is set to take Lindor’s style from the baseball diamond to the streets of New York City. Can’t wait to see what’s in store? Well, the New Balance has given out some exciting details about it!

What does the Lindor signature collection include?

The collection’s core pieces are a stylish lineup: a sleek jacket, a cozy pullover fleece, cargo-style pants with a cool 2-in-1 feature that converts into shorts, and a signature t-shirt proudly showcasing Lindor’s number 12. And the most exciting part—every single piece was designed by the baseball champ himself! Each piece has Lindor’s personal touch to it, with him feeling more than ‘thrilled’ about this collab.

The New Balance also shared his quote, “Working with New Balance on my Signature Collection has been an incredible experience, and I’m thrilled to share it with the next generation.” Francisco had an incredible experience designing this collection, and it shines through in every piece. Crafted with earthy tones like khaki, warm shades of white, and navy tones, the collection adds a dynamic twist to everyday wear. Almost every item proudly features Lindor’s inspiring motto, ‘Be consistent, stay positive’, embroidered for that extra touch of motivation.

But what’s the real goal here? The Lindor Signature Collection is aimed at the next generation of ballplayers—those who see the game as more than just a pastime and want to bring that mindset into their everyday lives. And that isn’t the only achievement that the 30-year-old is going for, he is also in the race for the MVP award! And his performance is looking promising.

Francisco coming out strong in preparing for the MVP Award

Remember that jaw-dropping home run Francisco Lindor smacked off Red Sox right-hander Kutter Crawford? It wasn’t just a spectacular moment— the homer also clinched his fifth career 30-home-run season! But here’s where it gets even cooler: tying Lindor with the legendary Ernie Banks for the second-most 30-home-run seasons by a primary shortstop. The only player ahead is Alex Rodríguez, with 7 such seasons.

It’s clear to say, Lindor isn’t just making waves but is swimming with all-time greats. And why won’t he? He has been in the game for 10 years, and his stats speak for him. With nearly 3,000 hits and 500 home runs on the horizon, his resume is already impressive, and the 2024 season is just like some cherry on the top. He’s hitting .273, with 30 home runs, 84 RBIs, and an OPS of .840. This made him an MVP contender alongside Ohtani, who isn’t an easy competition. But if we look at the defensive aspect, things are quite different.

Lindor is a frontrunner for a Gold Glove award, whereas Ohtani has served solely as a DH, being only able to show his action in half of the game as he is sidelined from pitching due to his injury. So what could be Lindor’s key to all of this? Well, it’s hands down sheer consistency Lindor brings, he hasn’t missed a game. Now, whether or not he will get the MVP is yet to be seen; there is one thing you know you are getting on the 12th: The Lindor Signature Collection! So stick to the New Balance website, and let us know which piece you’re most excited about in the comments!