Mets' Juan Soto pulled from game due to calf soreness, expected to play this weekend
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 1:40 AM
Last updated Jul 17, 2026
Juan Soto was removed from the game in the eighth inning of the Mets' 4-1 victory over the Phillies on July 16 due to left calf soreness. Interim manager Andy Green stated that the decision was precautionary, emphasizing that it is not related to the previous calf injury that sidelined Soto earlier in the season. Soto had a strong performance, going 1-for-1 with three walks before his exit. After a day off, the Mets will face the Phillies again before heading to Milwaukee to play the Brewers. Green expects Soto to be available for the upcoming weekend series.
- •Soto pulled after experiencing calf soreness in the eighth inning.
- •He finished with one hit and three walks in the game.
- •Green confirmed the soreness is not related to his prior injury.
- •Mets play two more games against the Phillies this weekend.
- •Soto expected to be available after a day off.
- 1:40 AMYahoo Sports — Mets pull Juan Soto as a precaution following left calf soreness; expect slugger to play weekend series
"Mets slugger Juan Soto was pulled as a precaution in the eighth inning of Thursday's win over the Phillies after the slugger experienced left calf soreness.
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