Mets' Juan Soto exits game against Cubs in fifth inning
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 12:56 AM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
Juan Soto was forced to leave Tuesday's game against the Chicago Cubs in the top of the fifth inning. Soto had not recorded a hit in two at-bats before exiting. A wrap on his lower back was visible while he sat in the dugout. Jared Young replaced Soto in left field, and Mark Vientos took over at first base. Further updates on Soto's condition are pending.
- •Soto left the game in the top of the fifth inning.
- •He had two flyouts in his at-bats before exiting.
- •Soto was seen wearing a back wrap in the dugout.
- •Jared Young and Mark Vientos took over field positions.
- •Updates on his condition are expected soon.
- 12:56 AMYahoo Sports — Mets' Juan Soto leaves Tuesday's game vs. Cubs in top of fifth inning
"The hits just keep coming for the struggling Mets, as Juan Soto was forced to leave Tuesday's game early.
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