Mets Announce Lineup for Matchup with Diamondbacks

Star outfielder Juan Soto remains day-to-day with minor calf strain

Apr. 7, 2026 at 6:12pm by Ben Kaplan

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A cubist-style painting depicting a baseball game broken down into sharp, overlapping geometric shapes in vibrant colors, capturing the dynamic energy of the sport.The Mets' lineup faces uncertainty as star outfielder Juan Soto's status remains in flux due to a minor calf injury.San Francisco Today

The New York Mets have released their starting lineup for today's home game against the Arizona Diamondbacks. All-Star outfielder Juan Soto, who suffered a minor right calf strain in the team's previous series, is listed as day-to-day and his status for the game is uncertain.

Why it matters

The Mets have won their last three games on the road and are looking to continue their momentum at home against the Diamondbacks. Soto's potential absence would be a significant blow, as he is one of the team's top offensive threats.

The details

The Mets' lineup features their regular starters, including first baseman Pete Alonso, shortstop Francisco Lindor, and third baseman Eduardo Escobar. Soto, who suffered the calf injury last weekend in San Francisco, is listed as day-to-day and his availability will be a game-time decision.

  • The Mets' game against the Diamondbacks is scheduled for today, April 7, 2026.
  • Soto suffered the calf strain on April 4, 2026, during the Mets' series against the San Francisco Giants.

The players

Juan Soto

An All-Star outfielder for the New York Mets who is currently dealing with a minor right calf strain.

Pete Alonso

The Mets' star first baseman and one of the team's top offensive threats.

Francisco Lindor

The Mets' starting shortstop and a key part of their infield.

Eduardo Escobar

The Mets' starting third baseman and a veteran presence in the lineup.

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What they’re saying

“We're going to take it day by day with Juan and see how he's feeling. We don't want to rush him back and risk further injury.”

— Buck Showalter, Mets Manager

What’s next

The Mets will continue to monitor Soto's recovery and provide updates on his status leading up to the game. If he is unable to play, the team will likely turn to one of their other outfielders to fill his spot in the lineup.

The takeaway

The Mets are off to a strong start and will look to keep their momentum going against the Diamondbacks, but the potential absence of their star outfielder Juan Soto could be a significant challenge if the injury lingers.