Mets' Juan Soto suffers right calf strain

MRI reveals injury for star outfielder

Apr. 5, 2026 at 5:25am

New York Mets outfielder Juan Soto has suffered a right calf strain, the team announced on Saturday, after an MRI revealed the injury.

Why it matters

Soto is a key offensive player for the Mets, and any significant injury could impact the team's performance and playoff hopes this season. Calf strains can often be tricky injuries to recover from fully for baseball players.

The details

According to the team, Soto sustained the injury during a game on Friday night. He was removed from the game and underwent an MRI, which confirmed the calf strain. The Mets have not provided a timeline for Soto's return, but calf strains typically require several weeks of rest and rehabilitation.

  • Soto was injured during the Mets' game on Friday, April 4, 2026.
  • The team announced the MRI results and Soto's calf strain on Saturday, April 5, 2026.

The players

Juan Soto

A star outfielder for the New York Mets who has been sidelined with a right calf strain.

New York Mets

The Major League Baseball team that Soto plays for, who announced his injury.

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What’s next

The Mets have not provided a timeline for Soto's return, but calf strains typically require several weeks of rest and rehabilitation before a player can return to game action.

The takeaway

Soto's injury is a significant blow for the Mets, as he is one of their most important offensive players. The team will need to manage his recovery carefully to ensure he can return to full strength and help the Mets make a playoff push later in the season.