Juan Soto shares message for former Mets teammate after trade
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 6:30 PM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026
Juan Soto sent a supportive message via Instagram to Freddy Peralta, his former New York Mets teammate, after Peralta was traded to the Tampa Bay Rays. Soto, who is currently sidelined with a grade 2 left calf strain, showed encouragement by commenting 'Activooo 🔥🔥' on Peralta’s post. The Mets have struggled this season and are virtually out of postseason contention, leading them to trade players for future assets. Soto has been participating in light baseball activities as he recovers from his injury, but his return this season remains uncertain.
- •Soto is sidelined with a grade 2 left calf strain.
- •Mets are nearly eliminated from playoff contention.
- •Peralta was traded after a disappointing stint in New York.
- •Soto's Instagram comment shows support for Peralta.
- •Soto is beginning light baseball activities.
- 6:30 PMYahoo Sports — Juan Soto sends message to former teammate after being traded away from Mets
"Juan Soto had a message for his former New York Mets teammate after being dealt away at the trade deadline.
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