Juan Soto expects to return to Mets lineup in September
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 9:20 PM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026
Juan Soto, outfielder for the New York Mets, is currently on the injured list due to a Grade 2 left calf strain sustained on July 25. After previously experiencing a Grade 1 right calf strain earlier in the season, Soto has played 84 games this year with a.283 batting average, 21 home runs, and 52 RBIs. He indicated he is on a running program and fully anticipates returning to the lineup in September. If he returns by September 11, he could play in the Subway Series at Yankee Stadium.
- •Soto has been sidelined since July 25 due to injury.
- •He has a Grade 2 left calf strain and a history of calf issues this season.
- •Soto has played in 84 games this year with notable offensive stats.
- •He plans to rejoin the Mets lineup in September if recovery continues well.
- •The Mets are currently last in the National League East, 17 games behind first place.
- 9:09 PMYahoo Sports — Mets’ Juan Soto just about ready to return, doesn’t anticipate needing rehab assignment
- 9:20 PMYahoo Sports — Juan Soto target return date revealed after latest injury update
- 9:16 PMYahoo Sports — Juan Soto announces when he expects to return to Mets lineup
"The Mets appear to be close to getting a massive boost in the middle of their lineup with the return of star slugger Juan Soto.
"The New York Mets are awaiting the return of five-time All-Star outfielder Juan Soto.
"New York Mets outfielder Juan Soto suffered a calf strain July 24.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsAug 28, 2026, 9:09 PMMets’ Juan Soto just about ready to return, doesn’t anticipate needing rehab assignment
The Mets appear to be close to getting a massive boost in the middle of their lineup with the return of star slugger Juan Soto.
- Yahoo SportsAug 26, 2026, 9:20 PMJuan Soto target return date revealed after latest injury update
The New York Mets are awaiting the return of five-time All-Star outfielder Juan Soto.
- Yahoo SportsAug 25, 2026, 9:16 PMJuan Soto announces when he expects to return to Mets lineup
New York Mets outfielder Juan Soto suffered a calf strain July 24.
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