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Mets Star Soto Exits Game With Lingering Calf Injury
25 Jul
Summary
- Mets' sole All-Star, Soto, left Friday's game due to a calf injury.
- The 27-year-old's calf issue first surfaced July 16 and was previously addressed.
- Soto signed a 15-year, $765 million deal with the Mets in December 2024.
The New York Mets faced another significant blow as their sole All-Star, Starling Soto, was removed from Friday's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers due to a persistent calf injury. This recurring issue first surfaced on July 16, and Soto had been given time off earlier in the week to address it. Despite interim manager Andy Green's optimism that the injury was improving, Soto's departure from the game underscored the team's ongoing challenges.
Soto, who is batting .283 with 83 hits and 21 home runs through 84 games this season, is a vital player for the Mets. His current contract, a 15-year deal worth $765 million, was signed in December 2024, making his health critical to the team's aspirations. Fans expressed concern on social media regarding the latest injury news impacting their star player.
