The New York Mets faced a scare Friday night when star outfielder Juan Soto exited the game against the San Francisco Giants due to right calf tightness.
Injury Happened During Base Running
Soto reached base with a single and attempted to advance from first to third on a hit by Bo Bichette. While approaching third base, he appeared to grimace and showed signs of discomfort.
He briefly stayed in the game but was later thrown out at home as part of a double play. Shortly after, Tyrone Taylor replaced him in left field.
Strong Start to the Season
Before the injury, Soto had been off to an excellent start. The 27-year-old was hitting .354 with one home run and five RBIs through eight games.
He is currently in the second year of his record 15-year, $765 million contract, signed in December 2024, and remains a key piece of the Mets’ lineup.
Durability Makes This Notable
Soto has been one of the most durable players in baseball. He has not been placed on the injured list since 2021 and has consistently played at least 150 games in every full season of his career.
What to Watch Next
The Mets are expected to monitor Soto closely, as calf injuries can vary in severity. Further evaluation will determine whether he misses additional time.
For now, the team will hope the issue is minor and that their star outfielder can return quickly without risking further injury.
