"Soto lasted just a half-inning into Friday's game, as he picked up the injury while advancing from first to third on a Bo Bichette single in the first inning."
"Over 34 plate appearances, Soto has hit .355/.412/.516 with one home run in the early stages of the 2026 campaign."
"Soto's durability is an underrated aspect of his standing as one of baseball's best players. Over the 2021-25 seasons, Soto played in 783 of a possible 810 games."
"The MRI results will determine whether or not this streak of good health will continue, though even if the tests are negative, the Mets could opt to give Soto a 10-day IL stint just as a precaution."
Soto exited the Mets' game against the Giants due to right calf tightness and will have an MRI to evaluate the injury. He sustained the injury while advancing on a single. Soto has had a strong start to the season, hitting .355 with one home run. His absence would significantly impact the Mets' lineup, with Tyrone Taylor likely taking over in left field. Soto has been durable, playing 783 of 810 games from 2021-2025, and has not been on the injured list since 2021.
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